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US Indo-Pacific Command Confirmes Running Bitcoin Node
The US government, specifically the US military via US Indo-Pacific Command, or INDOPACOM is running at least one Bitcoin node. This was publicly confirmed on April 22, 2026, by Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of INDOPACOM, during a House Armed Services Committee hearing. We have a node on the Bitcoin network right now. — Admiral Paparo […] The post US Indo-Pacific Command Confirmes Running Bitcoin Node appeared first on Tekedia.
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SK Hynix Signals Prolonged AI Chip Shortage After Quarterly Profit Jumps Five-Fold
SK Hynix delivered a record quarterly profit and issued a stark warning on supply constraints, signaling that demand for AI-critical memory chips is set to outstrip production capacity for years, countering concerns that spending by big tech firms may be peaking. The world’s second-largest memory chipmaker after Samsung Electronics reported operating profit of 37.6 trillion […] The post SK Hynix Signals Prolonged AI Chip Shortage After Quarterly Profit Jumps Five-Fold appeared first on Tekedia.
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ServiceNow Lifts Outlook with $3.67bn Q1 Subscription Revenue, Dismisses AI Disruption Fears
ServiceNow delivered a decisive message to a market preoccupied with disruption: artificial intelligence is reinforcing its business rather than eroding it. The company reported first-quarter subscription revenue of $3.67 billion, up 22% year over year, beating the high end of its guidance across topline growth and profitability metrics. Management also lifted its full-year outlook, projecting […] The post ServiceNow Lifts Outlook with $3.67bn Q1 Subscription Revenue, Dismisses AI Disruption Fears appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria’s Web3 Ecosystem Surges in 2025: Funding Doubles to $43M as Stablecoins Drive Explosive Growth
Nigeria continues to solidify its position as Africa’s leading Web3 hub, transitioning from early experimentation to a phase of consolidation and real-world utility. According to the second edition of the Nigeria Web3 Landscape Report 2025 released by Hashed Emergent, the ecosystem demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth in 2025, driven by surging stablecoin adoption, rebounding investments, […] The post Nigeria’s Web3 Ecosystem Surges in 2025: Funding Doubles to $43M as Stablecoins Drive Explosive Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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Xpeng Pushes Into Flying Cars and Humanoid Robots as EV Price War Forces Carmakers Into New Tech Frontiers
Xpeng is accelerating a pivot beyond electric vehicles, betting on flying cars, robotaxis, and humanoid robotics as intensifying competition in the EV market forces automakers to search for new growth engines. President Brian Gu said the company expects to begin large-scale production of its “flying” cars next year, while targeting mass production of humanoid robots […] The post Xpeng Pushes Into Flying Cars and Humanoid Robots as EV Price War Forces Carmakers Into New Tech Frontiers appeared first on Tekedia.
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Impact of Tech on Local Culture: 7 Big Changes
Impact of Tech on Local Culture: 7 Big Changes Technology is reshaping local culture by changing how people communicate, create, shop, and preserve heritage. The challenge is to use digital tools to strengthen identity without letting global platforms flatten local distinctiveness. TechCity
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TikTok, ICC launch digital commerce programme to empower Nigerian SMEs
Key points Main story TikTok, in partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), has launched the Digital Commerce Labs, a global initiative designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria through digital innovation. The programme, unveiled in a joint statement by Tokunbo Ibrahim and John Denton, aims to equip entrepreneurs with the […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Quick Fire 🔥 with Kolawole Bekes
Meet Kolawole Bekes, a Database Administrator, Database Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, and the founder of WakaMi, an on-demand errand service platform for Nigerians both locally and in the diaspora.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Ethiopia is Awash with shares
In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Kolawole Bekes || Ethiopia’s biggest bank goes public || South Africa to spend on IT revamp || Who secured the bag? 💰
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Smart Grids 2026: The Infrastructure Story Behind Earth Week’s Biggest Promise
Smart Grids 2026: The Infrastructure Story Behind Earth Week’s Biggest Promise Tech & Society · Earth Week 2026 Earth Week 2026 has a theme: “Our Power, Our Planet.” It… TechCity
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Spartans Casino Sets a New Standard With 33% CashRake and Instant Withdrawals, Surpassing Meta Win and 500 Casino!
The web betting space in April 2026 is driven by a need for total clarity and fast cash access. As fans get tired of hard-to-understand gifts, sites like Meta Win and 500 Casino are trying to make their tools simpler to use. But Spartans.com has totally changed the game with its special 33% CashRake setup. […] The post Spartans Casino Sets a New Standard With 33% CashRake and Instant Withdrawals, Surpassing Meta Win and 500 Casino! appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Smart Grid Revolution Nobody Explained to You
The Smart Grid Revolution Nobody Explained to You The smart grid revolution is quietly changing how electricity is generated, distributed, and used. Most people still see… TechCity
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Tesla Reports Surprise Cash Surplus in Q1, Buying Time for Musk’s $20bn AI Bet as Core Auto Business Faces Strain
Tesla delivered an unexpected boost to investor sentiment in the first quarter, reporting a cash surplus that provides near-term breathing room as the company embarks on one of the most capital-intensive pivots in its history. The electric vehicle maker posted free cash flow of $1.44 billion, according to LSEG data, sharply outperforming expectations for a […] The post Tesla Reports Surprise Cash Surplus in Q1, Buying Time for Musk’s $20bn AI Bet as Core Auto Business Faces Strain appeared first on Tekedia.
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J.P. Morgan Index Overhaul to Add Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Triggering Reallocation Across Emerging Market Debt
J.P. Morgan is set to reshape the landscape of emerging market local-currency debt investing after announcing that Saudi Arabia and the Philippines will be added to its flagship benchmark, a move likely to drive billions of dollars in portfolio reallocation. The inclusion will take effect from January 29 next year, with Saudi riyal-denominated sovereign sukuk […] The post J.P. Morgan Index Overhaul to Add Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Triggering Reallocation Across Emerging Market Debt appeared first on Tekedia.
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Laffur Reviewed: Safety, Connections, and the Full Experience
Before you give your email address to any online site, you should ask yourself how seriously they take security. A great feature set doesn’t mean anything if the area around it feels unsafe. Laffur is a platform that puts a fair amount of work into answering that question and according to a 2023 Pew Research […] The post Laffur Reviewed: Safety, Connections, and the Full Experience appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Online Casino Instant Payout Platforms in 2026: Spartans Casino, Whale.io, Goated, and Bet365 Ranked
The online betting games market in 2026 is worth more than ever, and players are making one demand clearer than any other: instant payouts with no friction. The global crypto casino market crossed $81 billion in total wagers in 2025, and that number is climbing fast heading into the second half of 2026. Players no […] The post Best Online Casino Instant Payout Platforms in 2026: Spartans Casino, Whale.io, Goated, and Bet365 Ranked appeared first on Tekedia.
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Swoop raises $7.3 million seed for African super app, food delivery first
Swoop’s seed raise is one of the largest seed rounds disclosed by an African consumer startup.
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Nigerian telecom customers to receive airtime refunds after disruptions, says NCC
Nigeria’s telecom subscribers will receive airtime refunds as compensation for poor service experienced between November 2025 and January 2026. The refunds will begin on Friday,
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Forget Whale.io’s AI Bots and DraftKings’ Updates: Here’s Why Real American Freestyle Picked Spartans.com
Why settle for experimental bots or aging sportsbooks when one platform is already dominating? While Whale.io pivots to AI wagers and DraftKings leans into prediction markets, Spartans.com is delivering a superior online betting experience. It isn’t just competing; it is winning. Chad Bronstein and the Real American Freestyle (RAF) leadership reviewed every platform offering crypto […] The post Forget Whale.io’s AI Bots and DraftKings’ Updates: Here’s Why Real American Freestyle Picked Spartans.com appeared first on Tekedia.
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Proparco Backs Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund with $17.25 Million at Final Close
France’s development finance institution has placed a significant bet on the next generation of established, profitable African businesses, committing $17.25 million to a growth equity fund at its final close. Proparco has committed $17.25 million to the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund LP, a pan-African growth equity fund managed by Alterra Capital Partners. The AAA Fund […] The post Proparco Backs Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund with $17.25 Million at Final Close appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Google Selects 15 African Startups for Its 10th AI Accelerator Cohort
Google has announced the 15 startups joining the tenth cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa — a milestone edition of a programme that has quietly become one of the most competitive pathways for African founders to access technical support, mentorship, and global networks. The cohort was chosen from nearly 2,600 applications, representing an […] The post Google Selects 15 African Startups for Its 10th AI Accelerator Cohort appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Gebeya and VukaOS Forge Alliance to Close the Gap Between Startup Idea and Execution
Two AI companies — one rooted in Ethiopia, the other in South Africa — have joined forces to build what they describe as a seamless pathway from business idea to working product, targeting the millions of African entrepreneurs who have a vision but lack either the technical skills or the strategic scaffolding to bring it […] The post Gebeya and VukaOS Forge Alliance to Close the Gap Between Startup Idea and Execution appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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AfDB Approves €7.33 Million to Complete Compensation Payments for Ugandans Affected by Rural Electrification Project
The African Development Bank has stepped in to close a critical financial gap in Uganda’s flagship rural electrification programme, approving additional funding to ensure that all communities affected by the project receive the compensation they are owed. The African Development Bank Group has approved €7.33 million in additional financing to support the completion of compensation […] The post AfDB Approves €7.33 Million to Complete Compensation Payments for Ugandans Affected by Rural Electrification Project appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Paul Atkins Emphasizes That Certain Crypto Assets Fall Within Securities and Application of Exemption for Innovative Contracts
In March 2026, the SEC in coordination with the CFTC released interpretive guidance under Project Crypto that introduces a token taxonomy for digital assets. It clarifies how the federal securities laws—and specifically the Howey investment contract test—apply or don’t apply to crypto. The framework divides crypto assets into categories, with most falling outside securities regulation: […] The post Paul Atkins Emphasizes That Certain Crypto Assets Fall Within Securities and Application of Exemption for Innovative Contracts appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Visit to White House According to Trump Could Lead to Reversal of its Pentagon Blacklist
In a CNBC Squawk Box interview, Trump stated that Anthropic representatives visited the White House recently for very good talks, adding: And I think they’re shaping up. They’re very smart, and I think they can be of great use. I like smart people… I think we’ll get along with them just fine. When asked if […] The post Anthropic Visit to White House According to Trump Could Lead to Reversal of its Pentagon Blacklist appeared first on Tekedia.
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Polymarket Diving into Perp Futures for Long and Short Assets Trading 
Polymarket announced they’re launching perpetual futures (perps), letting users go long or short on assets; crypto like BTC, equities like NVDA, commodities like gold with leverage at least 10x mentioned in reports, 24/7, no expiry. We price the future, Now you can lever it. It’s a direct expansion beyond binary event contracts. This move and […] The post Polymarket Diving into Perp Futures for Long and Short Assets Trading  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Germany’s Johann Wadephul Rejected Proposals for Broad Sanctions Against Israel
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul rejected proposals for broad or far-reaching EU sanctions against Israel, including suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, during an EU foreign ministers’ meeting in Luxembourg. Several EU countries—particularly Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia—pushed for a debate on suspending or partially limiting the EU’s association agreement with Israel. This pact provides preferential […] The post Germany’s Johann Wadephul Rejected Proposals for Broad Sanctions Against Israel appeared first on Tekedia.
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Russia Lower Parliament Approves the Digital Currency and Digital Rights Bill
Russia’s State Duma, lower house of parliament just approved the On Digital Currency and Digital Rights bill in its first reading on April 21, 2026. This is not final passage into law yet—Russia’s legislative process requires second and third readings in the Duma, then approval by the Federation Council and the President’s signature. The bill is […] The post Russia Lower Parliament Approves the Digital Currency and Digital Rights Bill appeared first on Tekedia.
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Volo Protocol Suffered a $3.5M Exploit Targeting Sui Blockchain
Volo Protocol suffered a $3.5M exploit on April 21, 2026, targeting three vaults on the Sui blockchain. About $500K has already been frozen, and the team pledged to absorb all losses without passing them to users. Roughly $28M in other vaults remains secure. Key Details of the Exploit Amount stolen: ~$3.5 million, assets affected are […] The post Volo Protocol Suffered a $3.5M Exploit Targeting Sui Blockchain appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Extends Rally as Iran Ceasefire Holds Uneasily, Dollar Softens, and Markets Reprice Geopolitical Risk
Gold prices climbed on Wednesday, extending gains as easing market stress following the extension of the Iran ceasefire reduced forced selling across asset classes and supported a broader rebound in commodities and equities. Spot gold rose 0.9% to $4,751.57 per ounce by 1153 GMT, while U.S. gold futures for June delivery gained 1.1% to $4,770.10. […] The post Gold Extends Rally as Iran Ceasefire Holds Uneasily, Dollar Softens, and Markets Reprice Geopolitical Risk appeared first on Tekedia.
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Patient Entrepreneurship: Yasam Ayavefe’s Model for Lasting Success
In modern business culture, patience is often treated like a weakness. Founders are told to move faster, scale earlier, and turn every milestone into a marketing event. Yet anyone who has watched enough businesses rise and stall knows the truth is more complicated. Speed can create momentum, but patience is often what protects quality. Yasam […] The post Patient Entrepreneurship: Yasam Ayavefe’s Model for Lasting Success appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Curated Discovery Wins in an AI-Saturated Market  
Artificial intelligence has made content creation faster, cheaper, and easier to scale. It has also made discovery harder. When the market is flooded with lookalike articles, cloned product listings, synthetic books, and thin recommendation pages, the competitive advantage shifts. It is no longer about who can publish more. It is about who can help people […] The post Why Curated Discovery Wins in an AI-Saturated Market   appeared first on Tekedia.
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France Pushes for Stricter MiCA Limits on Dollar Stablecoins
The Banque de France has requested that European Union regulators strengthen the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework regarding stablecoin oversight. French authorities maintain that while MiCA provides a foundational legal infrastructure, it fails to address the emerging threats posed by stablecoins originating from outside European jurisdiction. Dollar-backed stablecoins (primarily USDT) remain the primary concern here. […] The post France Pushes for Stricter MiCA Limits on Dollar Stablecoins appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigeria launches subscriber compensation era as NCC orders airtime refunds
Key points Main story Nigeria has officially entered a new phase of consumer protection in the telecommunications sector, as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) commenced the implementation of a subscriber compensation framework that mandates airtime refunds for service failures. The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, announced the development during a media interaction […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Earth Week 2026: Sustainable Tech Worth Supporting, and the Brands Just Greenwashing
Earth Week 2026: Sustainable Tech Worth Supporting, and the Brands Just Greenwashing Every April, tech companies go green. The graphics change. The press releases land. Then May arrives, and nothing… TechCity
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How To Spot Romance Scam Bots, According To An Expert
AI companionship platforms are growing in popularity, and with that, so does a darker trend: scammers exploiting emotional vulnerability through fake AI relationships. Recent research from McAfee reveals that more than one in four people have been contacted by an AI chatbot posing as a real person, with romance scams costing victims an average of […]
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