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i3 Announces 3 Groundbreaking Deals at 3rd Access to Markets Event, Significantly Advancing African Healthtech Innovation
i3 Announces 3 Groundbreaking Deals at 3rd Access to Markets Event, Significantly Advancing African Healthtech Innovation Investing in Innovation Africa (i3) held its 3rd flagship Access to Markets (A2M) event, a two-day gathering designed to connect Africa’s… TechCity
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Netflix Faces Consumer Lawsuit Seeking to Halt $72bn Warner Bros Discovery Takeover as Rival Bidders Circle
Netflix’s $72 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery’s studio and streaming businesses has entered a turbulent new phase, with the streaming giant now confronted by a consumer lawsuit aiming to stop the deal on competition grounds. The proposed class action was filed in federal court in California by an HBO Max subscriber who argues […] The post Netflix Faces Consumer Lawsuit Seeking to Halt $72bn Warner Bros Discovery Takeover as Rival Bidders Circle appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX Eyes a Trillion-Dollar 2026 IPO, Setting the Stage for a Market Earthquake, and a Massive Surge in Musk’s Fortune
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is preparing the kind of market debut that could reshape global capital markets for years, with early planning pointing to an initial public offering in 2026 that aims to raise more than $25 billion and potentially value the company above $1 trillion, a person familiar with the talks told Reuters. The discussions […] The post SpaceX Eyes a Trillion-Dollar 2026 IPO, Setting the Stage for a Market Earthquake, and a Massive Surge in Musk’s Fortune appeared first on Tekedia.
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YouTube Nigeria Unveils 2025’s Top Lists and Launches New YouTube Recap Feature
YouTube Nigeria Unveils 2025’s Top Lists and Launches New YouTube Recap Feature Every year, YouTube provides a unique window into the heart of culture, reflecting the moments that made us… TechCity
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How Delta Exchange Helps You Trade Crypto Derivatives With Low Fees
Trading fees don’t look like a big deal at first, but they quietly shape your overall returns in the crypto derivatives market. If you’re a regular trader or adjust positions in fast-moving markets, you’ve probably felt how charges stack up over time. Many traders lose a chunk of their gains without realising that frequent order […] The post How Delta Exchange Helps You Trade Crypto Derivatives With Low Fees appeared first on Tekedia.
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FUTUROMiNing offers XRP, BTC, and SOL holders the opportunity to earn $1,000 per day.
As the global cryptocurrency market continues to fluctuate, more and more XRP, BTC, and SOL holders are seeking a way to expand their digital asset portfolios that is “unaffected by market fluctuations and sustainably appreciates in value.” Among numerous cloud mining platforms, FUTUROMiNing has rapidly risen to become one of the fastest-growing cloud mining platforms […] The post FUTUROMiNing offers XRP, BTC, and SOL holders the opportunity to earn $1,000 per day. appeared first on Tekedia.
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How Nigerian companies are leading a more responsible digital transformation
How Nigerian companies are leading a more responsible digital transformation Artificial intelligence is everywhere–in polished social media posts, in the recommendations that guide our viewing habits, and in… TechCity
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Protecting the game: Fighting piracy to keep African football alive
Protecting the game: Fighting piracy to keep African football alive On the evening of 21 December 2025, a football match will kick off between Morocco and Comoros in… TechCity
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Two for the Price of one
In today's edition: Mr Price to buy Germany's NKD || Safaricom raises $154 million through debt || LemFi acquires US licences || Kenya has a new crypto lobby group
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Bitcoin “After Dark” ETF Filing Reveals Potential Strategy for Alpha, as Leveraged ETFs Hit Record $239 Billion in AUM
A new exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal has emerged targeting Bitcoin’s (BTC) price movements outside U.S. trading hours, where historical data shows much of the cryptocurrency’s gains occur. On December 9, 2025, Tidal Trust II filed a Form N-1A registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the Nicholas Bitcoin and Treasuries After […] The post Bitcoin “After Dark” ETF Filing Reveals Potential Strategy for Alpha, as Leveraged ETFs Hit Record $239 Billion in AUM appeared first on Tekedia.
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VERAFIED Introduces Blockchain-Based Verification Platform to Protect Consumers and Businesses from Digital Misinformation
  VERAFIED is a pioneering Digital Trust Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) created to provide clarity in an age of digital confusion. Utilising a Blockchain-First architecture, VERAFIED fundamentally redefines digital authenticity by providing an immutable, verifiable record of content provenance and integrity. Enhancing the verification engine, VERAFIED’s AI ‘Bouncer’ evaluates content for manipulation patterns, deepfake signals and contextual […] The post VERAFIED Introduces Blockchain-Based Verification Platform to Protect Consumers and Businesses from Digital Misinformation appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Community Wolf Acquires Namola to Build Integrated Safety Network
 Community Wolf,  a South African start-up reimagining the future of public safety by building AI-powered safety technology, today announces the acquisition of Namola, the country’s most trusted emergency response app.  The move brings together two of South Africa’s most recognisable safety platforms and combines two essential layers of safety, community intelligence and professional emergency response, […] The post Community Wolf Acquires Namola to Build Integrated Safety Network appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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African Development Bank Approves $10 Million to catalyse Namibia’s Large Green Hydrogen Project
The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors (www.AfDB.org) has approved a $10 million loan to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, a Namibian green hydrogen development company,  to support a green ammonia project valued at more than $10 billion and with the potential to position Namibia as a pioneer in the global green hydrogen economy. The loan, sourced […] The post African Development Bank Approves $10 Million to catalyse Namibia’s Large Green Hydrogen Project appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Implications of Amazon’s $35 Billion Investment Commitment in India
Amazon ($AMZN) has officially announced plans to invest more than $35 billion across its businesses in India through 2030. This commitment was revealed on December 10, 2025, at the sixth edition of the Amazon Smbhav Summit in New Delhi. The investment builds on the company’s existing nearly $40 billion poured into the country since 2010, […] The post Implications of Amazon’s $35 Billion Investment Commitment in India appeared first on Tekedia.
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China’s Anti-Stealth Radar Capabilities is a Growing Challenge to U.S. Air Superiority
China has made significant strides in radar technology designed to counter the stealth features of U.S. fifth-generation fighters like the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II. These aircraft rely on radar-absorbent materials, angular shaping, and internal weapon bays to minimize their radar cross-section (RCS), often reducing it to the size of a golf ball or […] The post China’s Anti-Stealth Radar Capabilities is a Growing Challenge to U.S. Air Superiority appeared first on Tekedia.
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Polymarket Surpasses FanDuel and DraftKings in November 2025 Site Visits
Polymarket has overtaken both FanDuel and DraftKings in terms of website traffic for November 2025. According to SimilarWeb analytics a leading web traffic measurement firm, Polymarket recorded approximately 22.4 million visits during the month, edging out FanDuel’s 21.8 million and DraftKings’ 19.6 million. This marks a significant milestone for the crypto-based prediction market platform, which […] The post Polymarket Surpasses FanDuel and DraftKings in November 2025 Site Visits appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tempo Blockchain Launches Public Testnet, as Beeple’s “Regular Animals” Takes Over Art Basel Miami Beach
Tempo, a Layer 1 blockchain optimized for payments and incubated by Stripe and Paradigm, officially launched its public testnet on December 9, 2025. This marks a pivotal step toward its mainnet rollout planned for 2026, enabling developers, businesses, and users to test high-throughput, low-cost stablecoin transactions in a real-world environment. The network addresses key pain […] The post Tempo Blockchain Launches Public Testnet, as Beeple’s “Regular Animals” Takes Over Art Basel Miami Beach appeared first on Tekedia.
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US House Urges Senate to Pass Crypto Market Structure Bill by End of December 2025
The US House of Representatives issued a formal call for the Senate to expedite and pass comprehensive crypto market structure legislation before the month concludes. This push underscores mounting pressure to deliver regulatory clarity for digital assets amid a rapidly evolving industry and bipartisan momentum in Congress. The move aligns with ongoing negotiations and builds […] The post US House Urges Senate to Pass Crypto Market Structure Bill by End of December 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto Markets Rally, Adding $60B to their Total Market Cap as Bitcoin Briefly Crosses $94K
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a notable rally today, December 10, 2025, with Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surpassing $94,000 before pulling back to around $92,000. This surge has contributed to an estimated $60 billion increase in the total crypto market capitalization, pushing it above $3.1 trillion. The momentum aligns with broader risk-on sentiment in financial markets, […] The post Crypto Markets Rally, Adding $60B to their Total Market Cap as Bitcoin Briefly Crosses $94K appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Stated that Immediate Interest Rate Cuts would Serve as Litmus Test for Next Nominee
President Donald Trump made a statement during an interview with Politico. He explicitly affirmed that immediate interest rate cuts would serve as a “litmus test” for his nominee to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May 2026. Trump responded “yes” when asked if a new chair lowering rates right away would […] The post Trump Stated that Immediate Interest Rate Cuts would Serve as Litmus Test for Next Nominee appeared first on Tekedia.
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FDA Investigates COVID-19 Vaccine Safety and Potential Links to Deaths
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on December 9, 2025, that it is expanding its ongoing safety review of COVID-19 vaccines to explicitly investigate potential links between the shots and deaths in adults, in addition to the pediatric cases it has already been examining. This development has sparked significant debate, with supporters viewing […] The post FDA Investigates COVID-19 Vaccine Safety and Potential Links to Deaths appeared first on Tekedia.
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Overview of President Donald Trump’s Proposed Peace Plan for the Russia-Ukraine War
President Donald Trump’s proposed peace plan for the Russia-Ukraine war, unveiled in late November 2025, aims to end the nearly four-year conflict through a U.S.-mediated framework. Initially a 28-point draft leaked to media outlets like Axios and Sky News, it has undergone revisions following negotiations with Ukraine and consultations with Russia. The plan emphasizes rapid […] The post Overview of President Donald Trump’s Proposed Peace Plan for the Russia-Ukraine War appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Product Design Revolution: Books That Made Engineers Think Like Ecologists
Product design underwent a fundamental transformation in the 1990s, evolving from a discipline focused purely on function, cost, and aesthetics to one considering lifecycle impacts, material flows, and end-of-life recovery. This revolution was sparked by literature that showed designers how ecological principles could inspire superior products while reducing environmental impact. The Traditional Design Paradigm Engineering […] The post The Product Design Revolution: Books That Made Engineers Think Like Ecologists appeared first on Tekedia.
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Infinix Launches Exciting “Make A Wish Worth N10 Million” Christmas Promo with Brand Ambassador – Davido
Infinix Launches Exciting “Make A Wish Worth N10 Million” Christmas Promo with Brand Ambassador – Davido Infinix Nigeria has launched its biggest festive campaign yet, the Infinix X Davido ‘Make A Wish’ Christmas Promo,… TechCity
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Corporate Confidence vs. Public Anxiety: Survey Reveals Views on AI’s Impact and Job Security
A recent report by nonprofit group Just Capital reveals a stark and significant divergence in sentiment surrounding the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) between corporate leaders and investors, who are nearly unanimous in their optimism, and the general public, who harbor deep-seated concerns, particularly regarding job security and the environment. The survey, which captured data […] The post Corporate Confidence vs. Public Anxiety: Survey Reveals Views on AI’s Impact and Job Security appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Banks Issuing Credit Against Bitcoin Is a Major Milestone on Institutional Adoption
In a major milestone for institutional adoption, major US banks have begun offering credit lines backed by Bitcoin (BTC) or BTC-linked products like spot ETFs. This shift, highlighted by MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai on December 9, 2025, marks a rapid evolution from zero BTC lending programs among the […] The post US Banks Issuing Credit Against Bitcoin Is a Major Milestone on Institutional Adoption appeared first on Tekedia.
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Circle and Aleo Launch USDCx: A Privacy-Enhanced Stablecoin on Aleo Testnet
Circle, the issuer of the popular USDC stablecoin, partnered with the Aleo Network Foundation to announce the launch of USDCx, a privacy-focused, USDC-backed stablecoin, on Aleo’s testnet. This development leverages Circle’s newly introduced xReserve infrastructure, marking the second deployment on this platform following a similar integration on the Canton blockchain last week. This is a […] The post Circle and Aleo Launch USDCx: A Privacy-Enhanced Stablecoin on Aleo Testnet appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S. Federal Prosecutors Recommend 12 Year Sentencing for Do Kwon 
The South Korean co-founder of Terraform Labs— Do Kwon, is the central figure behind the 2022 collapse of the TerraUSD (UST) algorithmic stablecoin and its sister token LUNA. The event wiped out approximately $40 billion in market value, affecting millions of investors worldwide and triggering a broader “Crypto Winter” that contributed to the downfall of […] The post U.S. Federal Prosecutors Recommend 12 Year Sentencing for Do Kwon  appeared first on Tekedia.
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WisdomTree Launches Europe’s First Fully Staked Ethereum ETP, as USDC Achieves Native Interoperability between Hyperliquid’s HyperCore and HyperEVM
WisdomTree, a prominent asset manager, announced the launch of the WisdomTree Physical Lido Staked Ether ETP (ticker: LIST) on December 4, 2025. This marks the first exchange-traded product (ETP) in Europe to hold 100% stETH—a liquid staking token issued by the Lido protocol—providing investors with direct exposure to staked Ethereum (ETH) and its associated staking […] The post WisdomTree Launches Europe’s First Fully Staked Ethereum ETP, as USDC Achieves Native Interoperability between Hyperliquid’s HyperCore and HyperEVM appeared first on Tekedia.
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MTN South Africa to increase subscription and voice charges next year
The increase reflects the growing cost pressures facing telecom operators in South Africa, where mobile networks underpin everything from fintech to online retail. 
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Global AI Leaders Earn Failing Marks On Catastrophic-Risk Management As Watchdog Warns Of Widening Safety Gap
A new international assessment has delivered a stark verdict on the state of AI risk management, warning that the companies building the world’s most powerful systems are not prepared to control them. The study, conducted by AI-safety specialists at the nonprofit Future of Life Institute, found that the eight most influential players in the sector […] The post Global AI Leaders Earn Failing Marks On Catastrophic-Risk Management As Watchdog Warns Of Widening Safety Gap appeared first on Tekedia.
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EU opens Sweeping Antitrust Probe into Google’s AI Data Practices
Google is facing fresh regulatory heat in Europe after the European Commission on Tuesday launched a formal antitrust investigation into the company’s use of online content to train and power its artificial intelligence services. The probe marks one of the bloc’s most significant moves yet to scrutinize how a dominant American tech platform gathers and […] The post EU opens Sweeping Antitrust Probe into Google’s AI Data Practices appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance Expands USD1 Stablecoin Integration with New Spot Trading Pairs
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has significantly boosted support for USD1—the USD-pegged stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a project backed by the Trump family. This move aims to enhance liquidity and adoption of USD1 as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralized ecosystems. Trading is now live for BNB/USD1, […] The post Binance Expands USD1 Stablecoin Integration with New Spot Trading Pairs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cypherock wants more Africans to use cold storage crypto wallets
Cypherock is bringing its sharded crypto hardware wallets to Africa, aiming to solve the risks of self-custody and lost keys. By splitting private keys across multiple devices and cards, the company offers a safer alternative to traditional wallets, targeting sophisticated traders, HNWIs, and exchanges. With plans for local warehouses and B2B partnerships, Cypherock hopes to overcome distribution challenges and tap into Africa’s fast-growing crypto market.
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Check Point releases its Global Threat Intelligence Report for November 2025
Check Point Research today released its Global Threat Intelligence insights for November 2025, revealing that organizations worldwide each faced an average of 2,003 cyberattacks per week.  This represents a 3% increase from October and a 4% rise year-over-year, reflecting a continued escalation in global cyber threats driven by ransomware expansion and risks linked to Generative […]
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L.xyz Reveals LXYZ Token Presale for Its Hybrid AMM + Order Book Trading Ecosystem on Solana
L.xyz has officially revealed the presale for its native token LXYZ, a key milestone in the construction of its advanced trading ecosystem built on the Solana blockchain. The platform is introducing a hybrid model that combines Automated Market Maker liquidity with a centralized style order book. This approach aims to improve precision, reduce slippage, and […] The post L.xyz Reveals LXYZ Token Presale for Its Hybrid AMM + Order Book Trading Ecosystem on Solana appeared first on Tekedia.
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