After years of dramatic highs and sharp pullbacks, Africa’s startup ecosystem is entering a more measured and stable phase of growth. Funding levels, once fueled by global liquidity and rapid investor expansion, have now found a steadier rhythm, signaling a shift from hyper-growth to sustainability. A recent report by Africa: The Big Deal, stated that […] The post Africa’s Startup Ecosystem Settles Into a Steady Funding Growth Phase appeared first on Tekedia.

Polymarket’s ultra-short-term crypto prediction markets—particularly the 5-minute “Up or Down” bets on Bitcoin and similar for other cryptos—have exploded in popularity since their launch around mid-February 2026. These markets allow traders to wager on whether the price will be higher or lower just five minutes later, creating a high-frequency, almost gamified trading loop with near-instant […] The post Short Term Crypto Markets See $60M of Daily Volume on Polymarket appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase is in talks with Bybit for a potential strategic partnership, centered on an investment deal. The discussions involve Coinbase potentially taking a minority equity stake in Bybit. Bybit is described as the world’s second-largest offshore crypto exchange particularly strong in derivatives trading. This is not a full acquisition but a strategic investment and cooperation […] The post Coinbase in Talk with Bybit for a Potential Strategic Partnership  appeared first on Tekedia.

Elon Musk-owned satellite internet provider Starlink has officially launched its services in the Central African Republic (CAR), marking a significant milestone in Africa’s digital transformation. The launch makes CAR the 27th African country to welcome the satellite service and the second on the continent to do so in 2026. Announcing the expansion, Starlink wrote, “Starlink’s […] The post Starlink Expands Into Central African Republic, Marking A New Era for Connectivity appeared first on Tekedia.

Micron Technology plans to build a second semiconductor manufacturing facility in Taiwan after completing the acquisition of a fabrication plant previously owned by Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., as the U.S. chipmaker accelerates efforts to expand production of advanced memory chips used in artificial intelligence systems. The new plant will be constructed in Tongluo, in Miaoli […] The post Micron Expands Taiwan Footprint With New AI Memory Plant as Global Race for HBM Capacity Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.

Botswana’s Innovation Fund (BIF) and investment firm Scalar International have launched the Scalar Botswana Innovation Program (SBIP) to support 10 clean energy startups.

China signaled confidence in its energy security on Monday as the war involving Iran disrupts oil flows through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a development that analysts say may reduce the likelihood of Beijing cooperating with Washington to stabilize the critical waterway. Officials in Beijing said the country has sufficient energy resources to absorb external […] The post China Says It’s Energy-sufficient Amid Iran War, Dimming Prospects for Cooperation With U.S. on Hormuz appeared first on Tekedia.

The licence allows Fincra to hold funds, initiate transfers, and manage clearing and settlement on both sides of the corridor.

FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology to simplify the booking experience and remove unnecessary friction for customers. Stitch […]

Quantum computing is not “coming for Bitcoin” in any imminent or catastrophic way. The threat remains theoretical and long-term, with the overwhelming consensus from researchers, investment firms, and quantum experts placing a practical, cryptographically relevant quantum attack on Bitcoin’s security at least 5–15+ years away— most likely in the 2030s or later. Why Bitcoin Is […] The post Quantum Computing will Eventually Force Changes to Bitcoin’s Cryptography  appeared first on Tekedia.

Oyster wants to eliminate how guesswork, influencer recommendations, or trial-and-error drive skincare decisions by AI to analyse a user’s skin.

Diamonds drive progression in Minecraft. They unlock top-tier tools, enchantments, and long-term survival goals. But large-scale mining, chunk scanning tools, and constant exploration can quietly strain a multiplayer world. If you use a minecraft diamond finder or similar utilities, performance and hosting stability matter more than you think. Diamonds generate deep underground, most commonly around […] The post Finding Diamonds Without Breaking Your Server appeared first on Tekedia.

In 1979, a twenty-five-year-old chemist named Thomas Perfetti was given a confidential assignment by his employer, the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. Over six months, he synthesized thirty nicotine salt formulations in a company lab, one of which, rather charmingly, smelled like green apples. Reynolds patented the technology, filed it in a drawer, and carried on […] The post The Molecule Big Tobacco Buried in 1979 That Silicon Valley Dug Up appeared first on Tekedia.

Minecraft was initially a sandbox game. Gradually, it has developed into a platform for big online communities and creative projects. Stable infrastructure now plays a major role in multiplayer experiences. Smooth gameplay, regular updates, and reliable server environments shape how players interact and build together. Many modern communities treat their servers like digital worlds that […] The post Inside Minecraft Servers: Technology Behind Multiplayer Worlds appeared first on Tekedia.

The company has not disclosed the number of roles it plans to reduce, but MultiChoice has an estimated 6,900 permanent employees across 50 African markets,. The pay-TV giant will also restructure IRDETO, Multichoice’s technology and cybersecurity unit. 

Kenya’s National Treasury has opened public consultation on draft regulations that will govern how cryptocurrency and digital asset businesses operate in the country, a critical step toward fully implementing the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025.

LUSAKA – The United States is considering withholding critical HIV/AIDS assistance to Zambia as part of a broader strategy to secure greater access to the country’s vast mineral resources, according to a draft State Department memo. The document, prepared for Secretary of State Marco Rubio, outlines a plan to increase pressure on the Zambian government […] The post Blackmail Job: U.S. Considers Withholding HIV Aid to Zambia in Push for Minerals Deal appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

A severe disruption to global oil supplies stemming from the intensifying Middle East conflict could push U.S. equities into a sharp correction this year, analysts at Goldman Sachs warned, highlighting how the war involving Iran is emerging as a major risk for global financial markets. In a downside scenario where oil supply shocks intensify and […] The post Goldman Sachs Warns Iran War Oil shock Could Trigger a Sharp Correction, S&P 500 May Fall to 5,400 appeared first on Tekedia.

TrafficGuard, a platform in AI-powered digital ad verification and invalid traffic (IVT) prevention, has appointed Scott Thomson as Head of AI. The appointment comes at a critical inflection point for the industry. The rapid proliferation of agentic AI—autonomous bots capable of browsing, clicking, filling out forms, and mimicking genuine user behavior—is fundamentally reshaping the threat landscape […]

A draft AI Bill, 2026 proposes that “a person shall not develop, deploy or operate a high-risk artificial intelligence system without the approval of the commission,” introducing fines of up to KES 5 million or jail terms of up to three years. 

American Technology company Strategy, has once again reinforced its aggressive commitment to Bitcoin, announcing a massive 22,337 BTC for $1.57 billion. The latest acquisition significantly expands the company’s already substantial digital asset portfolio, pushing its total holdings to a record 761,000 BTC, valued at approximately $57.61 billion with an average acquisition cost of $75,696 per […] The post Strategy’s Bold Bitcoin Bet: $1.57B Acquisition Pushes Holdings to Record 761,000 BTC appeared first on Tekedia.

Retired Lieutenant General Winston Sigauke Mapuranga has sharply rebuked former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa, warning him against “misinterpreting proximity to power” amid intensifying opposition to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s reported push to extend his rule to 2030. In a strongly worded public statement, Mapuranga – one of several former senior military figures now voicing concern – […] The post Mnangagwa’s attack-dog warned by Generals appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

THIS country is now 133 years old since the first European settlers took occupation in 1893. My father once said to me that he could not think of an extended period when we had stability and growth. Life in this country was always a roller coaster. Just when you think we are at last getting […] The post Mnangagwa 2030: A tactical and political error appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

Nigeria remains one of the most active crypto markets globally, with increasing demand for tools that combine simplicity and transparency. The market operates daily with clearly defined rules and settlement periods, offering customers structured, time-bound opportunities to act on their conviction. Luno has launched a structured Crypto Prediction Markets product in Nigeria. By introducing Prediction […]

BANGKOK — Shares were mixed in Europe and Asia on Tuesday after a drop in oil prices helped send the U.S. stock market to its best day since the war in Iran began. The reprieve in prices for crude was short-lived, with Brent crude climbing nearly 4% early Tuesday to $104.13 a barrel. U.S. benchmark […] The post World shares are mixed and US futures slip as Brent hovers above $100 a barrel appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

The federal government of Nigeria has launched the iDICE Startup Bridge, a nationwide programme designed to fund and nurture early-stage entrepreneurs, offering grants of up to N10 million ($7,215) for idea-stage founders and equity investments of $100,000 for startups that have already built minimum viable products. The initiative, implemented through the Bank of Industry under […] The post Nigeria Launches iDICE Startup Bridge to Fund Early-Stage Founders With N10m Grants and $100,000 Investments appeared first on Tekedia.

HARARE – Customs officials seized US$80,000 in cash from a businessman at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport moments before he boarded a flight to Tanzania. Victor Magigwana, 32, was released on US$300 bail by Harare regional magistrate Jesse Kufa on Monday after being charged under the Exchange Control Act for failing to declare the money. […] The post ZIMRA seizes $80,000 from businessman at RG Mugabe Airport appeared first on The Zimbabwe Mail.

African gaming apps are growing fast, with millions of daily users playing every day. This is a trend that has cemented itself worldwide, but have you wondered why this is the case?  Here, we will explore the role of predictive algorithms in African gaming apps from a technological perspective. So join us as we focus […]

The social casino world has grown fast. And with that growth comes a problem most players never think about: how does the platform know where you are, and why does it even care? Turns out, geolocation technology is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle. Without it, social casino platforms can’t function properly, […] The post Why Geolocation Technology Matters for Social Casino Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.

MTN Group plans to connect between 20 million and 30 million homes across Africa over the next five years

Major DeFi lending protocols have experienced a significant contraction in total deposits; a key measure of capital locked in these systems, dropping approximately 36% from a peak of around $125 billion in October 2025 to about $79.6 billion recently. This represents a roughly $45 billion decline over roughly five months. This isn’t a sudden “collapse” […] The post DeFi Lending Collapses as Crypto Collateral Prices Fall appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto trading and liquidity provider BlockFills operated by Reliz Ltd has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The filing, announced on March 15, 2026, involves the parent entity and three affiliated companies seeking to restructure amid severe financial distress. The company, a Chicago-based institutional-focused platform […] The post BlockFills Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Following $75 Million in Losses appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin is trading in the $73,000–$74,500 range, with recent highs approaching $74,500 up roughly 3–4% in the last 24 hours in some reports. This follows a consolidation period after earlier volatility, with BTC pushing out of multi-week ranges and showing signs of upward momentum. Analysts note it’s nearing or testing resistance levels around $73,500–$75,000, with […] The post Bitcoin Inches Toward Breakout as DeFi and Altcoins Dry Up appeared first on Tekedia.

A senior Iranian official told CNN that Tehran is considering allowing a limited number of oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz — but only on the condition that the oil cargo is traded/settled/paid for in Chinese yuan rather than US dollars. This comes amid an ongoing regional conflict involving US-Israel-Iran tensions that […] The post Iran Proposal to Use Yuan for Oil Settlement is Big Blow on Petrodollar System appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has recently moved to retry Roman Storm, co-founder and developer of the Tornado Cash cryptocurrency mixer. This follows his August 2025 trial in the Southern District of New York (SDNY), where a jury convicted him on one count—conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business—but deadlocked (failed to reach a […] The post US Department of Justice to Retry Roman Storm for Operating Unlicensed Money-transmitting Operation appeared first on Tekedia.

Hua Hong Group has developed advanced chip manufacturing technology capable of producing processors at the 7-nanometre level, according to people familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters. The development marks an important step in China’s effort to build a domestic semiconductor ecosystem capable of supporting artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. The technology is being […] The post China’s Hua Hong Moves Into 7nm Chipmaking With Huawei Support, Marking New Step in Beijing’s Semiconductor Self-Reliance Drive appeared first on Tekedia.