The Kenyan government opted for a private, negotiated sale to Vodafone rather than a public offer through the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).

It can be easy to underappreciate what one instance of Mineshop’s bitcoin mining rigs is doing in its quiet corner of the world, but what is really significant is all those instances in garages and homes all over Europe, quietly sustaining the infrastructure of Bitcoin with its constant hum. No headlines, no bright lights, and […] The post The Miner in the Garage Who Quietly Supports the Bitcoin Network appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft has announced a major milestone in its global connectivity agenda, confirming that it has now provided internet access to over 117 million people across Africa, exceeding its 2025 target. The announcement was made during the B20 South Africa Summit, where the company also unveiled a landmark collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to […]

Three equations: Innovation =: invention + commercialization Great Company =: Awesome Products + Superior Execution Business Momentum =: Company Size x Growth Rate Good People, as the curtains draw on another edition of Tekedia Mini-MBA, we arrive not at an end, but at a profound inflection point. This graduation week is a week of transition, […] The post It’s Graduation Week for 18th Edition of Tekedia Mini-MBA appeared first on Tekedia.

If you’re a Chrome user, you could be slowing down your browsing experience without realizing! Knowing what to download can feel like a minefield, but there are some extensions that add seriously useful features and functionality. With cybercrime still posing a huge threat for personal users and businesses alike, being prudent is always worth it. […] The post Chrome Extensions That Actually Improve Your Browser appeared first on Tekedia.

If you want to know how cryptocurrencies actually make new coins or check if a transaction is real, it all comes down to “mining” and “minting.” Seriously, they’re the engine room. While they both exist to keep the blockchain ticking over, everything else—from the way they work, to how much power they suck up, and […] The post What’s the Difference Between Mining and Minting? appeared first on Tekedia.

64% of African workers reported using artificial intelligence (AI) at work in the past 12 months, significantly ahead of the global average of 54%.

At Binance Blockchain Week, Binance announced on stage that its co-founder, Yi He, has been named Co-CEO. “Yi has been an integral part of the executive leadership team since the launch of Binance. Her innovative and user-focused approach has been instrumental in shaping the company’s vision, culture, and bottom-up business strategy,” said Binance CEO Richard […]

Core’s Microsoft Surface Reseller Program is a comprehensive initiative designed to empower South African resellers to deliver Microsoft Surface hardware, accessories, and warranties to businesses across South Africa. The Surface Reseller Program is designed to help resellers stay competitive in today’s fast-moving market by offering exclusive pricing, smooth logistics, and access to the complete Surface […]

Tech giant Meta has begun removing users under the age of 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads in Australia, as the country prepares to implement a world-first ban on social media access for young teenagers. Under the new law, which takes effect on December 10, major digital platforms — including Meta, TikTok and YouTube — […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Vodacom Group announced a transaction that would significantly increase its ownership in Safaricom, reinforcing its commitment to the East African markets of Kenya and Ethiopia. Under the terms of this transaction, Vodacom has entered into an agreement with the Government of Kenya to acquire 15% of Safaricom PLC and an additional 5% from Vodafone at […]

South Africans continue to reshape the Black Friday landscape, with 2025’s data showing a decisive move towards digital first shopping and rapid mobile payments. Payfast by Network, part of Network International, the largest digital payments company in the Middle East and Africa, has released insights revealing how consumers navigated one of the busiest retail moments […]

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Vodafone Kenya's investors are set to take control of Safaricom after a proposed KES 204.3 billion ($1.57 billion) share transaction that lifts their combined stake to 55%.

In the spirit of the season, Tekedia Institute is pleased to announce special Black Friday deals across many of our programs. For a limited time, course fees have been significantly reduced. Below is the list of eligible programs along with discounted prices and payment instructions: Tekedia AI Lab: From Technical Design to Deployment [next edition begins […] The post Tekedia Black Friday Offers Will End on Dec 6, Take Advantage Today appeared first on Tekedia.

Microsoft’s decision to scale back sales quotas for its Foundry AI platform has become an early sign of friction inside a global AI market that is racing ahead technologically but still struggling to secure the kind of broad enterprise adoption that investors and developers have been betting on. The move, which contributed to a more […] The post Microsoft Eases AI Sales Target as Sluggish Enterprise Adoption Exposes Gaps in the Industry’s Breakneck Expansion appeared first on Tekedia.

CNN announced a major partnership with Kalshi on December 2, 2025, making the prediction market platform its official data provider for real-time event probabilities. This integration will embed Kalshi’s crowd-sourced forecasts—reflecting what users are willing to bet on—directly into CNN’s TV broadcasts, digital stories, and social media, covering politics, economics, culture, weather, and more. CNN’s […] The post CNN Announces Strategic Partnership with Kalshi appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, delivered a remarkable comeback as it climbed above $93,000, reversing its earlier slump at the start of the month. The recovery follows a dip to $83,784, triggered by hawkish comments from the Bank of Japan (BoJ) and China’s sudden reinforcement of its anti-crypto policies. According to data […] The post Bitcoin Stages Powerful Rebound, Surges Past $93,000 After Early Month Drop appeared first on Tekedia.

Reports confirm that OpenAI is accelerating the launch of a new advanced reasoning model, potentially as early as next week around December 10, 2025. This move stems from an internal “Code Red” memo issued by CEO Sam Altman, signaling an all-hands-on-deck effort to counter competitive threats from Google’s Gemini 3 and emerging models like China’s […] The post OpenAI’s Imminent Model Release is A Code Red Response to Rivals appeared first on Tekedia.

Anyone checking the charts today is asking the same thing: why crypto is down again? Sentiment is shaky, liquidity is scattered, and major assets are whipsawing without clear direction. The broader crypto market today reflects fear, uncertainty, and traders waiting for a stronger narrative before re-entering. Even though long-term conviction is still intact for many […] The post Why Crypto Is Down Today: Is Crypto a Good Investment? Why Presales Are the Only Right Move in Unpredictable Times appeared first on Tekedia.

Verkada, the fast-rising security technology startup, has secured a $100 million funding round led by CapitalG, the independent growth fund of Alphabet (Google), cementing its position at a lofty $5.8 billion valuation. This latest investment marks a $1.3 billion jump from its Series E funding in February. It underscores Silicon Valley’s intense focus on applying […] The post AI-Powered Physical Security Leader Verkada Reaches $5.8bn Valuation on Alphabet-Led $100m Funding appeared first on Tekedia.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the Crypto-Asset Market Act, a bill aimed at implementing the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework within Poland. This move has ignited a heated political debate, pitting the president’s emphasis on individual freedoms and innovation against government concerns over consumer protection and regulatory alignment. Nawrocki argued that the bill’s […] The post Poland’s Presidential Veto on Crypto Regulations: A Clash Between Freedom and Oversight appeared first on Tekedia.

Sify Infinit Spaces, set to become India’s first publicly listed data center operator, says the artificial intelligence boom is accelerating demand for computing power at a pace the country has never witnessed. But even as the sector surges, the company is taking a deliberately cautious approach to expansion, tempering future investments to avoid being caught […] The post Sify Infinit Spaces Warns of AI-Fueled Overbuild Risk as It Prepares for India’s First Data Center IPO appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has effectively thrown the brakes on a new wave of ultra-leveraged exchange-traded funds, issuing a set of warning letters that halt plans by some of the industry’s most aggressive product issuers to launch ETFs designed to deliver three and even five times the daily returns of volatile assets. The […] The post SEC Freezes Plans for Ultra-Leveraged ETFs, Signaling a Shift That Could Reshape Retail Risk-Taking and Issuer Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.

Kalshi, the U.S.-based CFTC-regulated prediction market platform, officially launched tokenized versions of its event contracts on the Solana blockchain. This move allows users to trade blockchain-based representations (SPL tokens) of Kalshi’s prediction markets—covering events like politics, sports, economics, weather, and entertainment—directly on-chain, bridging traditional finance with decentralized ecosystems. The integration is powered by Solana-based DeFi […] The post Implications of Kalshi’s Launch of Tokenized Predictions on Solana appeared first on Tekedia.

Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), the Bitcoin treasury company led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, announced the creation of a $1.44 billion U.S. dollar reserve specifically designed to fund at least 12 months of dividends on its preferred stock and interest payments on outstanding debt. This move comes amid Bitcoin’s price dipping below $90,000 and Strategy’s stock […] The post Strategy Establishes $1.44 Billion USD Reserve to Secure Dividend Payments appeared first on Tekedia.

Polymarket’s iOS app surged to #1 in the free Sports category on the US App Store, briefly overtaking giants like FanDuel Sportsbook and Casino, DraftKings Sportsbook and Casino, ESPN, TikTok, and Amazon. By the next day, it dipped to #3, but the climb was meteoric: from a beta release in late November to top spot […] The post Polymarket Briefly Claiming #1 Spot on IOS US App Sports Category is Symbolic appeared first on Tekedia.

Sony Bank, the digital banking arm of Sony Financial Group a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, has announced plans to issue a US dollar-pegged stablecoin targeted primarily at the US market. The move is part of Sony’s broader push into Web3 technologies and aims to streamline payments within its entertainment ecosystem, including gaming— PlayStation Store […] The post A Look At Sony Bank’s USD-Backed Stablecoin Initiative appeared first on Tekedia.

Black Friday deals have extended into online food delivery, driving a surge in orders and higher sales for platforms and restaurants.

Takealot has launched a new instant-delivery pilot, the “Get it Now” feature—powered by TakealotNOW in partnership with Mr D—enabling consumers to receive their orders in minutes. The “Get it Now” option highlights items ready for immediate delivery in the Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Pretoria areas. “We’ve always focused on making shopping simpler, faster, and happier for […]

Coinbase released its latest transparency report, revealing a record-high 12,716 government and law enforcement information requests for user data during the period from October 2024 to September 2025. This represents a 19% increase compared to the previous 12-month cycle, underscoring growing global regulatory scrutiny on cryptocurrency platforms amid rising adoption and concerns over illicit activities. […] The post Coinbase Reports 19% Surge in Government and Law Enforcement Data Requests, as Myriad and Trust Wallet Announce Partnership appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto markets are coming into a renewed phase of power as capital rotates back into foremost altcoins and investor sentiment improves across the board. Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu are all displaying sturdy setups for potential breakouts, with technical structures, liquidity levels, and network momentum aligning for a promising rally. Yet even as these popular […] The post Ethereum, DOGE, and SHIB Could All Pump—But Ozak AI Prediction Points to the Next Real 100x Winner appeared first on Tekedia.

Standard Bank, Africa’s largest bank by assets, has announced the successful financial close of a landmark R11.5 billion transaction that will see Vodacom acquire a 30% stake in Maziv, the parent company of Dark Fibre Africa and Vumatel. The deal consolidates these operations into a single fibre-providing entity and marks the largest fibre transaction ever […]

Vanguard, the world’s second-largest asset manager with over $11 trillion in assets under management, announced on December 1, 2025, that it will begin allowing its brokerage clients to trade select cryptocurrency ETFs and mutual funds starting today, December 3, 2025. This marks a significant reversal from its long-held skepticism toward digital assets, which it previously […] The post Vanguard Will Allow Clients to Buy Crypto ETFs Starting Today appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Federal Reserve officially concluded its Quantitative Tightening (QT) program, which began in June 2022 and involved allowing up to $95 billion in securities to mature each month without reinvestment, effectively draining approximately $2.4 trillion from the financial system. This marked the end of the largest balance-sheet reduction in the Fed’s history, freezing its […] The post US Federal Reserve Ending Quantitative Tightening Is A Liquidity Pivot appeared first on Tekedia.

Stocks made modest gains on Tuesday while global government bonds and cryptocurrencies steadied, offering a pause after the sharp sell-off that swept through markets on Monday as investors braced for a looming interest rate hike in Japan. S&P 500 futures were flat following overnight declines on Wall Street, and equities in both Europe and Asia […] The post Global Markets Steady After Japan-Fueled Sell-Off, Bitcoin Slides as Investors Brace for Rate Shifts appeared first on Tekedia.