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Microsoft Pushes Trump Administration to Avoid China Optical Chip Ban That Could Slow US AI Data Centre Expansion
Microsoft and other major technology companies are urging the Trump administration to reconsider a proposed ban on Chinese-made optical transceivers, warning that restricting the components could disrupt the supply chains needed to connect powerful AI chips and slow the expansion of US data centers. The lobbying effort, which was first reported by Reuters, citing sources, […] The post Microsoft Pushes Trump Administration to Avoid China Optical Chip Ban That Could Slow US AI Data Centre Expansion appeared first on Tekedia.
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Polymarket’s Annualized Revenue Surpasses $1.8 Billion as TON Strategy Records $24 Million Q3 Loss
The digital asset industry continues to demonstrate how different business models can produce sharply contrasting financial outcomes. While prediction market platform Polymarket is reporting annualized revenue exceeding $1.8 billion, TON Strategy has recorded a $24 million net loss for the third quarter of 2026, largely driven by a significant decline in the value of its […] The post Polymarket’s Annualized Revenue Surpasses $1.8 Billion as TON Strategy Records $24 Million Q3 Loss appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nomura Considers Rebuilding Hong Kong ECM Team as Fundraising Market Rebounds
Japan’s Nomura Holdings is considering hiring investment bankers to rebuild its equity capital markets business in Hong Kong, potentially reversing a retreat from the financial hub as Chinese companies return to the market to raise capital. The bank is holding preliminary internal discussions about recruiting bankers for its Hong Kong operation, two people familiar with […] The post Nomura Considers Rebuilding Hong Kong ECM Team as Fundraising Market Rebounds appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Revenue Jumps 50% to $10 Billion as Operating Losses Rise to $10.9 Billion
OpenAI’s revenue climbed approximately 50% to $10 billion in the third quarter, but the company continued to record substantial operating losses, revealing the financial challenge facing AI developers as they scale their businesses and prepare to meet growing investor expectations. The figures, reported by The Wall Street Journal on Tuesday from documents shared with investors, […] The post OpenAI Revenue Jumps 50% to $10 Billion as Operating Losses Rise to $10.9 Billion appeared first on Tekedia.
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US and China Establish AI Safety Dialogue as Washington Seeks to Balance Cooperation With Competition
The United States and China have agreed to establish a dialogue mechanism to manage risks from advanced artificial intelligence, even as both governments continue competing for dominance in the technology, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said. In prepared remarks to the National Committee on US-China Relations in New York on Tuesday, Bessent said the […] The post US and China Establish AI Safety Dialogue as Washington Seeks to Balance Cooperation With Competition appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Military-Linked University Reportedly Buys Nvidia H200 AI Chips Despite US Export Blacklist
A Chinese university with close ties to the country’s military has purchased Nvidia’s advanced H200 artificial intelligence chips despite being subject to US export restrictions, exposing weaknesses in Washington’s efforts to prevent sensitive computing technology from reaching institutions linked to China’s defense sector. Northwestern Polytechnical University, one of China’s elite defense-focused institutions, bought two H200 […] The post China Military-Linked University Reportedly Buys Nvidia H200 AI Chips Despite US Export Blacklist appeared first on Tekedia.
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Investors Shift From Technology Stocks to Defensives as AI Spending Fears Rattle Markets
Global equity markets are showing signs of a significant shift in investor positioning, with money moving away from volatile technology stocks towards defensive sectors such as healthcare, consumer staples and utilities as concerns about artificial intelligence spending and the economic outlook intensify. The rotation has prompted analysts to describe markets as being in a “state […] The post Investors Shift From Technology Stocks to Defensives as AI Spending Fears Rattle Markets appeared first on Tekedia.
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Can South Yorkshire Help Black Tech Founders Build Their First Product—Without Moving to London?
Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Tech news, AI, apps, and startups from Africa and beyond Having a promising technology idea is only the first hurdle. For many early-stage entrepreneurs, the bigger challenge… Can South Yorkshire Help Black Tech Founders Build Their First Product—Without Moving to London? Innov8tiv.com
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Jensen Huang’s exit puts Nvidia’s African AI bet to the test
Before he resigned as Nvidia chief executive, Jensen Huang singled out African markets as where US technology companies should compete.
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What Are Contract Templates and How Do They Work?
Companies juggle endless contracts and paperwork every single day, ranging from staff hiring terms and vendor deals all the way to sales orders and secrecy pacts. Spinning up each contract completely from zero drains precious hours, breeds sloppy inconsistencies, and ramps up the odds of costly mistakes. Implementing a standardized playbook helps legal and operations […] The post What Are Contract Templates and How Do They Work? appeared first on Tekedia.
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9 Best Affordable Hosting Providers for Express.js APIs
Does the API need to answer right away after an hour with no traffic? Settle that before comparing hosting prices. A sleeping demo and a customer API that stays awake can run the same Express code, yet need different plans. Then decide whether the budget covers just the Node process or its database as well. […] The post 9 Best Affordable Hosting Providers for Express.js APIs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Top legit dating websites in Ukraine for serious romance
Western gentlemen pursuing lifelong companionship frequently look toward Eastern Europe, where cultural priorities place marriage, mutual support, and maternal care at the foundation of a shared future. Ukrainian women are known for pairing modern professional achievements with dedication to classic domestic warmth, creating balanced partnerships built on emotional security. However, men pursuing a genuine serious […] The post Top legit dating websites in Ukraine for serious romance appeared first on Tekedia.
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Top 5 Casino Games in Liberia You Should Try
Online casino games in Liberia are becoming more and more popular. One reason may be that, compared to football and other sports, they are easier to understand and you can quickly find your own strategy. Of course, it depends on each person’s taste. Some people even enjoy both: football because it is more dynamic, and […] The post Top 5 Casino Games in Liberia You Should Try appeared first on Tekedia.
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Jensen Huang has resigned as Nvidia’s CEO. CFO Colette Kress takes over for now
Jensen Huang has resigned as Nvidia’s CEO. CFO Colette Kress takes over for now Jensen Huang resigned as Nvidia’s CEO on 12 November 2026, effective immediately. CFO Colette Kress is interim CEO while the board searches for a replacement. TechCity
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How eHealth Africa is using tech to close Nigeria’s immunisation gaps
Getting a vaccine to a child starts long before anyone loads a cold box. It starts with knowing the child’s community exists. About 2.1 million Nigerian children, representing 24% of the country’s estimated 8.7 million under-one population, had not received a single routine vaccine dose, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The 2023 […]
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Nigeria has tap-to-pay. Now it needs a reason to tap
Nigeria's tap to pay infrastructure is expanding, but consumer habits could slow widespread adoption.
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Would You Switch Banks for Fewer Fee Surprises? Fair.ng Is Betting on It
Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Tech news, AI, apps, and startups from Africa and beyond How much does a routine transfer or foreign currency purchase actually cost? Checking an account balance is… Would You Switch Banks for Fewer Fee Surprises? Fair.ng Is Betting on It Innov8tiv.com
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Google.org Backs Helium Health With $2.5 Million. What Could It Change for Nigerian Mothers?
Innov8tiv Innov8tiv - Tech news, AI, apps, and startups from Africa and beyond Identifying a pregnancy complication is only useful if a mother can obtain appropriate care in time. Across… Google.org Backs Helium Health With $2.5 Million. What Could It Change for Nigerian Mothers? Innov8tiv.com
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How to Fly in Pokémon GO: The Complete iOS and Android Guide
In the Pokémon GO community, “flying” is a popular slang term for GPS location spoofing—using a third-party tool to simulate virtual movement so you can catch Pokémon, spin PokéStops, and join raids around the world without leaving your home. While flying opens up global gameplay, it directly violates Niantic’s Terms of Service and carries an […] The post How to Fly in Pokémon GO: The Complete iOS and Android Guide appeared first on Tekedia.
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Oura to Acquire AI Healthcare Company Counsel Health for $625m in Push Beyond Wearables
Smart-ring maker Oura has agreed to acquire virtual primary care company Counsel Health for $625 million in an all-cash transaction, bringing together its biometric monitoring technology and an AI-enabled healthcare platform that connects patients with licensed physicians. The acquisition gives Oura a direct route into virtual healthcare services, extending its business beyond tracking sleep, activity, […] The post Oura to Acquire AI Healthcare Company Counsel Health for $625m in Push Beyond Wearables appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic’s $1.4tn IPO Tests Investor Appetite for AI as Revenue Surges 1,206%
Anthropic is preparing to enter the public markets with a valuation of up to $1.4 trillion, using extraordinary revenue growth and rising corporate adoption of its Claude AI platform to support what could become one of the largest initial public offerings in history. The scale of the proposed listing reflects how quickly the economics of […] The post Anthropic’s $1.4tn IPO Tests Investor Appetite for AI as Revenue Surges 1,206% appeared first on Tekedia.
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Asian Stocks Rally as CoreWeave Earnings Ease AI Bubble Fears, US Inflation Fuels Rate Hike Bets
Asian stocks advanced on Wednesday as strong quarterly results from CoreWeave revived investor confidence in artificial intelligence infrastructure spending, while hotter-than-expected US inflation pushed bond yields higher and strengthened expectations of an aggressive Federal Reserve response. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 1.9%, extending its gains to a third consecutive session. South […] The post Asian Stocks Rally as CoreWeave Earnings Ease AI Bubble Fears, US Inflation Fuels Rate Hike Bets appeared first on Tekedia.
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Amazon’s Ring Expands Surveillance Business With $250 Drone Camera and $1,000 Autonomous Security Robot
Amazon’s Ring is expanding beyond conventional home security cameras with two autonomous surveillance devices designed to monitor homes and commercial properties, deepening its push into a smart home market increasingly shaped by robotics and artificial intelligence. The company unveiled the $250 Ring Drone Cam on Tuesday, an indoor security camera that can fly between rooms, […] The post Amazon’s Ring Expands Surveillance Business With $250 Drone Camera and $1,000 Autonomous Security Robot appeared first on Tekedia.
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CoreWeave Reports $3.66bn Q3 Revenue, Raises 2026 Forecast as AI Demand Holds, but Debt Costs Threaten Expansion
CoreWeave delivered stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue and raised its 2026 financial outlook, offering fresh evidence that demand for artificial intelligence computing capacity remains robust even as investors reassess the cost and profitability of the infrastructure boom. The results provide a contrast with the sharp sell-off in AI infrastructure stocks over the past month. CoreWeave has lost […] The post CoreWeave Reports $3.66bn Q3 Revenue, Raises 2026 Forecast as AI Demand Holds, but Debt Costs Threaten Expansion appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance’s MEXC Restrictions Reveal a Growing Battle for Control of the Crypto Exchange Market
Binance’s decision to stop accepting assets originating from MEXC has reignited debate about competition, market dominance, and the changing balance of power in the cryptocurrency industry. While the restriction may appear to be a routine exchange policy, critics believe it reflects a much deeper struggle involving reputation, liquidity, and the growing influence of competing platforms. […] The post Binance’s MEXC Restrictions Reveal a Growing Battle for Control of the Crypto Exchange Market appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin May Struggle to Recover Even as AI Stocks Rebound, Bitunix Research Warns
Bitcoin could face a difficult recovery even if technology stocks regain momentum, according to new research from cryptocurrency exchange Bitunix. The analysis suggests that the relationship between digital assets and traditional financial markets is becoming more complicated, with several independent factors now influencing Bitcoin’s price performance. Although a rebound in artificial intelligence stocks could improve […] The post Bitcoin May Struggle to Recover Even as AI Stocks Rebound, Bitunix Research Warns appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Opens Australian Retail IPO Ahead of $90.4 Billion Nasdaq Offering
Anthropic has opened its Australian retail initial public offering, giving individual investors in the country an opportunity to buy shares in the maker of Claude ahead of its planned Nasdaq listing. The offer opened at 10 a.m. Australian Eastern Daylight Time on Wednesday and is scheduled to close at 5 p.m. on November 17, according […] The post Anthropic Opens Australian Retail IPO Ahead of $90.4 Billion Nasdaq Offering appeared first on Tekedia.
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Formation Moves to Launch First Tokenized Securities Venue on Solana
The race to bring traditional financial markets onto blockchain infrastructure is gaining momentum as Formation notifies the United States Securities and Exchange Commission of its intention to operate what it describes as the first tokenized securities trading venue on the Solana blockchain. The development represents another significant step toward integrating traditional financial assets with decentralized […] The post Formation Moves to Launch First Tokenized Securities Venue on Solana appeared first on Tekedia.
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Crypto Adoption Grows as Telegram and Charles Schwab Expand Digital Asset Access
The cryptocurrency industry is witnessing another significant step toward mainstream adoption as Telegram’s TON blockchain experiences a surge in self-custodial wallet creation while Charles Schwab expands its cryptocurrency trading services to include Solana, Avalanche and Chainlink. These developments highlight two important trends shaping the digital asset market: the growing demand for accessible blockchain infrastructure and […] The post Crypto Adoption Grows as Telegram and Charles Schwab Expand Digital Asset Access appeared first on Tekedia.
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Meta Launches Muse Ember as Nvidia-Backed Fireworks AI Faces Another Security Breach
The artificial intelligence industry is witnessing two developments that highlight the growing competition in AI model development and the security challenges facing companies building the infrastructure behind the technology. Meta has introduced Muse Ember, its smallest reasoning model, with an aggressively low pricing structure, while Nvidia-backed Fireworks AI has disclosed another security incident that exposed […] The post Meta Launches Muse Ember as Nvidia-Backed Fireworks AI Faces Another Security Breach appeared first on Tekedia.
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Goldman Sachs CEO Dismisses Key-Man Fears as Nasdaq Rebounds Nearly 3%, Putting CoreWeave in Focus
Concerns about leadership concentration in the technology and artificial intelligence industries are facing renewed scrutiny, but Goldman Sachs Chief Executive Officer David Solomon believes investors may be exaggerating the risks. His comments come as US stocks staged a significant recovery on Monday, with the Nasdaq Composite closing nearly 3% higher after a period of market […] The post Goldman Sachs CEO Dismisses Key-Man Fears as Nasdaq Rebounds Nearly 3%, Putting CoreWeave in Focus appeared first on Tekedia.
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Fed Governor Christopher Waller Signals December Rate Hike, Remains Open to Half-Point Increase
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has signaled that another interest rate increase in December is likely, while indicating that he would remain open to a larger half-percentage-point adjustment if economic conditions warrant more aggressive action. His comments highlight the growing uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy direction as policymakers continue to assess inflation, employment […] The post Fed Governor Christopher Waller Signals December Rate Hike, Remains Open to Half-Point Increase appeared first on Tekedia.
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OpenAI Acquires AI Travel Startup Odessia in Move to Expand ChatGPT’s Travel Capabilities
OpenAI has acquired AI travel startup Odessia, bringing its founder, Francis Davidson, into the company as the artificial intelligence developer explores ways to make ChatGPT more useful for travel planning. Davidson announced the deal in a post, saying he had joined OpenAI to help shape the future of travel. Financial terms were not disclosed, and […] The post OpenAI Acquires AI Travel Startup Odessia in Move to Expand ChatGPT’s Travel Capabilities appeared first on Tekedia.
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SpaceX Plans a $24B AI Supercomputer and Gas-fired Power Plant in Starbase
SpaceX is reportedly planning a massive $24 billion artificial intelligence infrastructure project in Starbase, Texas, involving the construction of a powerful AI supercomputer and a gas-fired power plant to supply the enormous energy requirements of its expanding technology operations. The proposed development highlights Elon Musk’s growing ambitions to position SpaceX as a major player in […] The post SpaceX Plans a $24B AI Supercomputer and Gas-fired Power Plant in Starbase appeared first on Tekedia.
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IBM Ends US Visa and Green Card Sponsorship for Most Consulting Roles
IBM is ending visa and green card sponsorship for the majority of positions within its US consulting business, a shift that could affect foreign professionals seeking to work permanently in the country as the Trump administration tightens restrictions on skilled-worker immigration. The decision covers IBM Consulting, which employs more than 150,000 people globally, and comes […] The post IBM Ends US Visa and Green Card Sponsorship for Most Consulting Roles appeared first on Tekedia.
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