SK Hynix has officially entered Wall Street history. The South Korean memory-chip giant made its Nasdaq debut at $149 per share, raising more than $26 billion in what has become the largest foreign listing ever completed on a US exchange. Yet the celebration was quickly followed by turbulence, as the company’s Seoul-listed shares plunged 15.4% […] The post AI Demand Drives SK Hynix Higher as Smartphone Industry Faces Memory Shortages appeared first on Tekedia.

The European Union has approved Germany’s plan to invest €659 million in semiconductor manufacturing facilities, marking another significant step in Europe’s broader effort to strengthen technological sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign chip suppliers. The decision comes at a time when semiconductors have become one of the most strategically important commodities in the global economy, […] The post European Union Backs Major Chip Investment Amid Global Semiconductor Race appeared first on Tekedia.

Perpetual decentralized exchanges (Perp DEXs) have emerged as one of the most active sectors in the cryptocurrency industry, signaling a major shift in how traders access leverage, liquidity, and derivatives markets. With approximately $21.9 billion in daily trading volume, perpetual futures platforms are increasingly competing with centralized exchanges, demonstrating that on-chain trading infrastructure is becoming […] The post AFX Launches Sovereign Layer 1 to Compete in the Exploding Perpetual Futures Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Apple’s ascent to a new all-time high has become one of the most remarkable stories in global markets. On July 13, the technology giant closed at $317.31 per share, lifting its market capitalization to roughly $4.7 trillion. The achievement is particularly striking because it comes at a time when the broader smartphone industry is struggling. […] The post Why Apple Is Outperforming the Smartphone Market in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

The latest developments in entertainment and financial markets highlight two very different but equally significant trends shaping global industries. On one hand, the animated universe of Claynosaurz is expanding into mainstream media with the release of its first season on Amazon Prime. On the other, investors are closely monitoring companies tied to Bitcoin and the […] The post Why Investors Are Betting on Crypto Infrastructure Stocks in 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.

Japan has approved one of its most significant cryptocurrency regulatory overhauls in years, passing legislation that will formally classify digital assets as financial assets rather than payment instruments. The move tightens oversight of the rapidly growing sector, extends insider trading rules to crypto markets and further integrates digital assets into Japan’s mainstream financial system. The […] The post Japan Reclassifies Cryptos as Financial Assets, Tightening Oversight and Opening the Door to Wider Institutional Adoption appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) as early as this year, a move that could become one of the most significant events in the global AI industry. The potential listing comes amid growing investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence companies and intensifying competition between Chinese and American technology […] The post The Impact of DeepSeek’s IPO on Global Tech Investors appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency market is once again being shaped by the movements of large holders and institutional wallets, with recent blockchain data suggesting a growing divergence between bullish Ethereum sentiment and renewed concerns over potential Bitcoin selling pressure. On-chain analytics platform Lookonchain has highlighted significant whale activity in Ethereum, while a long-dormant Bitcoin wallet linked to […] The post Lookonchain Data Reveals Major ETH Accumulation Amid Fears of Government Bitcoin Selling appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to address the nation on Thursday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time regarding newly declassified information related to alleged irregularities in the 2020 presidential election. The announcement has already generated significant political interest, with supporters and critics alike closely watching for details about the documents and their potential implications. The […] The post National Attention Turns to Trump’s Speech on 2020 Election Allegations appeared first on Tekedia.

A recent report alleging that Meta used artificial intelligence software to identify employees with medical issues during workforce reductions has reignited concerns about the growing role of AI in corporate decision-making. If proven true, the claims would represent a troubling intersection of technology, privacy, and labor rights, raising fundamental questions about how companies should deploy […] The post Meta’s Alleged Use of AI in Layoff Decisions Raises Ethical Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.

The Trump administration has formally launched a new cybersecurity coordination initiative that brings together leading artificial intelligence developers and operators of critical infrastructure to identify, share, and respond to software vulnerabilities uncovered by powerful AI systems, marking another step toward a more active federal role in AI oversight. The White House said the initiative implements […] The post Trump Administration Launches AI Cybersecurity Coordination Network to Protect Critical Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.

The escalating confrontation between the United States and Iran has entered a dangerous new phase, with President Donald Trump reportedly proposing a 20% cargo fee on all shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz while simultaneously formally notifying Congress that the United States is at war with Iran. The move, if fully implemented, could dramatically […] The post Global Markets Brace for Impact as Trump Targets Strait of Hormuz Shipping appeared first on Tekedia.

Hyperliquid has reached a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency derivatives market, capturing a record 9.1% share of aggregate perpetual futures open interest compared with centralized exchanges. The achievement marks a major shift in market structure and highlights the growing influence of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms in areas that were once dominated almost exclusively by centralized […] The post Hyperliquid’s Rise Signals a New Era for Decentralized Perpetual Trading appeared first on Tekedia.

The United States government now faces one of the largest potential refund obligations in recent trade history after a Supreme Court ruling declared President Donald Trump’s tariffs illegal. The decision, which could require the Treasury to return approximately $81 billion in collected duties, has reignited debate over executive authority, trade policy, and the long-term consequences […] The post Constitutional Battle Over Trump’s Tariffs and Its $81 Billion Price Tag appeared first on Tekedia.

The cryptocurrency market experienced a dramatic surge after the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report revealed the largest monthly decline in inflation since 2020, triggering a massive short squeeze that erased more than $100 million in bearish crypto positions. The event once again demonstrated the close relationship between macroeconomic indicators and digital asset markets, […] The post $100 Million in Crypto Shorts Wiped Out as Inflation Data Sparks Market Rally appeared first on Tekedia.

IBM’s shares plunged nearly 25% at the market open following the release of earnings that fell short of Wall Street expectations, marking one of the company’s sharpest single-day declines in recent years. The dramatic sell-off highlights the increasingly unforgiving environment facing technology companies, where investors demand not only solid financial performance but also convincing growth […] The post IBM’s 25% Stock Drop Raises Questions About Its AI and Cloud Strategy appeared first on Tekedia.

SunFintech, a Mauritius-incorporated payment intermediary, has partnered with Flutterwave to enhance cross-border payments, foreign exchange liquidity, and treasury operations across Africa. By leveraging Flutterwave’s pan-African payment infrastructure, the company aims to eliminate settlement delays, enable seamless multi-currency transactions, and build a robust treasury ecosystem to support its expansion across the continent. The partnership comes as […] The post Flutterwave Teams Up With SunFintech to Simplify Cross-Border Payments And FX Across Africa appeared first on Tekedia.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies, has appointed Bernard Beya as Chief Executive Officer for its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), effective 1 April 2026. Cassava Technologies operates in more than 40 markets across Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. Through Liquid Intelligent Technologies, the group has built one […]

African SaaS Leader Becomes Seamless Technologies, Unveils AI and Financial Solutions SeamlessHR, a leading African HR technology company, today announced its evolution into Seamless Technologies, a strategic transition driven… TechCity

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is rapidly becoming the backbone of modern business and society. Yet the conversation cannot stop at ChatGPT and other chat-based tools. The next wave of innovation lies in agentic AI and fully integrated applications, systems capable of autonomous decision-making and seamless orchestration across industries. For […]

Deepfakes have moved past being a novelty — they’re now a hidden danger in everything from social posts to phone calls. Surfshark’s study reveals that to this day, people have lost at least $3.7B to deepfake fraud. An investigation into the origins of these scams reveals social media is the leading threat, accounting for 47% […]

South African organisations are facing a growing cybersecurity challenge at a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating technological change across every sector of the economy. The country was already one of the most targeted cyber environments in Africa before the latest advances in AI. According to industry research, local organisations experienced a sharp increase […]

How to Protect Children’s Data Online in 2026: A Parent’s Complete Guide Your child’s first digital footprint may have been created before they could even speak. From baby photos shared… TechCity

5 Phone Habits Ruining Your Sleep in 2026 (And How to Fix Them) You’re tired. You know you should be asleep. But before putting your phone down, you decide to check… TechCity

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