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An AU-endorsed reskilling drive is expanding into South Africa
The model combines self-paced online courses with mentorship, volunteering and community projects to build practical experience and employability.
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This startup is moving Nigeria’s land records to the blockchain
Sytemap digitises real estate records on the blockchain and connect them into a single mapped system to reduce fraud and double allocation.
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Kenya records 4.5 billion cyber threats as digital risks mount
A new report by cybersecurity firm SmartComply, released in Nairobi on Thursday, argues that cyber risk in the region has moved beyond IT departments and into the core of economic stability.
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Block Slashes More Than 4,000 Jobs as Dorsey Bets on AI-Driven Learner Structure; Shares Surge 24%
In one of the most aggressive workforce reductions in the fintech sector this year, Block said it will eliminate more than 4,000 roles — nearly 40% of its global staff — as part of a structural reset aimed at embedding artificial intelligence deeper into its operations. The announcement, made alongside fourth-quarter earnings, sent the company’s […] The post Block Slashes More Than 4,000 Jobs as Dorsey Bets on AI-Driven Learner Structure; Shares Surge 24% appeared first on Tekedia.
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ETHZILLA Rebrands to Forum Markets, A Redirection from Old Model
ETHZilla Corporation (Nasdaq: ETHZ), which previously positioned itself as a publicly traded “Ethereum treasury” company, has officially announced a rebranding to Forum Markets, Incorporated doing business as Forum. This change, detailed in a press release, reflects a strategic pivot away from passively accumulating and holding Ethereum toward building an institutional-grade platform focused on the tokenization […] The post ETHZILLA Rebrands to Forum Markets, A Redirection from Old Model appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nvidia Still Struggling to Regain China Sales Despite U.S. Export Relief, Warns of Long-Term Threat from Surging Chinese AI Rivals
Nvidia has yet to generate any revenue from its recently approved H200 AI chip sales to China, despite the U.S. government easing some export restrictions late last year. Chief Financial Officer Colette M. Kress disclosed this during the company’s earnings call on Wednesday. “While small amounts of H200 products for China-based customers were approved by […] The post Nvidia Still Struggling to Regain China Sales Despite U.S. Export Relief, Warns of Long-Term Threat from Surging Chinese AI Rivals appeared first on Tekedia.
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Whale Squeeze Longs Backfired on Lighter Perp Leading to Massive Loss 
A whale (large trader) recently attempted to squeeze longs in the ARC token perpetuals market on Lighter, a decentralized derivatives and perpetual futures platform. The effort backfired spectacularly. The whale built a massive leveraged long position over several days, accumulating around 210 million ARC tokens valued at peaks of ~$20M+, pushing the total open interest […] The post Whale Squeeze Longs Backfired on Lighter Perp Leading to Massive Loss  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nestlé Nigeria Plc returns to profit, with N105bn PAT as FX pressures ease, equity turns positive
Nestlé Nigeria Plc has staged a sharp financial recovery in the 2025 financial year, returning to profitability after a bruising 2024 marked by heavy foreign exchange losses and negative equity. In its audited results for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Nigerian Exchange on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the food and beverage […] The post Nestlé Nigeria Plc returns to profit, with N105bn PAT as FX pressures ease, equity turns positive appeared first on Tekedia.
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Luno Nigeria to offer derivates in ‘all-in-one’ investment strategy push
Luno plans to introduce financial contracts that let traders speculate on the future price of an asset without owning it directly in 2026.
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Cell C Business Unveils SME Connectivity Strategy
Cell C announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The strengthened SME connectivity strategy follows extensive research into South Africa’s small and medium enterprise landscape. The study, conducted with research house Kantar, confirms that connectivity now underpins core business operations. The study reveals that SMEs—who form the backbone […]
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CcHUB, Mastercard Foundation’s EdTech Fellowship returns with $100,000 equity-free funding
Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) has opened applications for Cohort 4 of its EdTech Fellowship, where 12 early-stage startups building edtech platforms will be able to receive $100,000.
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Kenya vs Nigeria vs Egypt: Which Country Has the Strongest Startup Ecosystem in 2026?
Egypt’s state-led approach makes it Africa’s most resilient startup ecosystem in 2026; Kenya leads in climate funding while Nigeria has high deal volume amid economic risk. The post Kenya vs Nigeria vs Egypt: Which Country Has the Strongest Startup Ecosystem in 2026? appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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When Should You Hire a Property Insurance Litigation Attorney?
Property damage can leave homeowners overwhelmed, especially when insurance claims don’t go as expected. After a storm, fire, water leak, or other catastrophic event, you expect your insurer to honor the policy you’ve been paying for. Unfortunately, claim denials, underpayments, and delays are more common than many property owners realize. While some disputes can be […] The post When Should You Hire a Property Insurance Litigation Attorney? appeared first on Tekedia.
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Beyond Criminal Charges: The Civil Fight After a Drunk Driving Crash
Criminal court is loud, public, and often dramatic. Headlines talk about arrests, mugshots, and jail time. Fines are announced. Licenses are taken away. It feels like the system has done its job. But the real legal battle is often quieter and far more personal. It begins after the police cars leave and the criminal case […] The post Beyond Criminal Charges: The Civil Fight After a Drunk Driving Crash appeared first on Tekedia.
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From Impact to Investigation: What Really Happens After a Car Accident
Sirens fade, tow trucks leave, and traffic starts moving again. What remains is paperwork, phone calls, medical reports, and a long list of decisions that carry legal weight. A collision may last seconds, but the process that follows can stretch for months. Many people quickly realize they need clear direction, and speaking with an auto […] The post From Impact to Investigation: What Really Happens After a Car Accident appeared first on Tekedia.
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How Florida Law Protects Victims of Massage Therapist Sexual Abuse in Fort Lauderdale
A massage room is meant to be calm and professional, yet for some people in Fort Lauderdale, FL, that space becomes the setting of harm instead of healing. The shock of misconduct by a licensed massage therapist can leave a person confused about what to do next and unsure about their rights under Florida law. […] The post How Florida Law Protects Victims of Massage Therapist Sexual Abuse in Fort Lauderdale appeared first on Tekedia.
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Common Causes of Wrongful Death Cases in Atlanta, GA
A wrongful death case brings a heavy stillness to a courtroom in Atlanta, GA. These claims are not just about legal filings or formal arguments. They center on a life that ended because someone failed to act with proper care. Georgia law gives families a way to seek accountability through the civil system when negligence […] The post Common Causes of Wrongful Death Cases in Atlanta, GA appeared first on Tekedia.
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Top Employer of Record Services in Brazil for Quick, Compliant Hiring
Brazil has this energy about it. Big market, ambitious talent, and a workforce that knows how to adapt fast. For companies expanding into Latin America, Brazil often sits right at the top of the list. The economy is diverse, the talent pool is deep, and the growth potential feels real, not just theoretical. But hiring […] The post Top Employer of Record Services in Brazil for Quick, Compliant Hiring appeared first on Tekedia.
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Safaricom Innovation Strategy 2026: AI, M-Pesa Expansion, and Kenya’s Startup Ecosystem Growth
Safaricom's $500M plan to 2026 uses AI and M-Pesa upgrades (Ziidi, Daraja 3.0), supports startups and expands financial inclusion across East Africa. The post Safaricom Innovation Strategy 2026: AI, M-Pesa Expansion, and Kenya’s Startup Ecosystem Growth appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Circle Stock Surges 35% Following Strong Q4 2025, as Nvidia Reports Positive Fiscal Q4 2025 Earnings
Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL), the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, saw its stock surge approximately 35%, following a strong Q4 2025 earnings report that beat expectations. The company reported: Adjusted EPS of $0.43 (beating consensus estimates around $0.16–$0.35, depending on the source). Revenue and reserve income of $770 million up 77% YoY, exceeding estimates […] The post Circle Stock Surges 35% Following Strong Q4 2025, as Nvidia Reports Positive Fiscal Q4 2025 Earnings appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tether Invests into Whop to Drive Self Custodial Payments 
Tether, the issuer of the leading stablecoin USDT, has made a major strategic investment in Whop, an online marketplace platform for creators, entrepreneurs, and digital products such as communities, courses, software, and subscriptions. The deal involves $200 million from Tether Investments, valuing Whop at $1.6 billion. This positions Whop as a unicorn in the creator […] The post Tether Invests into Whop to Drive Self Custodial Payments  appeared first on Tekedia.
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DeepSeek Reportedly Sidelines Nvidia and AMD Ahead of Flagship Launch
DeepSeek, the Chinese artificial intelligence lab that unsettled global markets with its low-cost model last year, has broken with industry convention by withholding early access to its forthcoming V4 model from major U.S. chipmakers, according to two sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters. Instead of providing pre-release builds to Nvidia and Advanced […] The post DeepSeek Reportedly Sidelines Nvidia and AMD Ahead of Flagship Launch appeared first on Tekedia.
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TVS MOTORS LAUNCHES IN SOUTH AFRICA
TVS Motor Company (TVSM)—one of the largest two-wheeler manufacturers has officially launched in South Africa through a strategic distribution partnership with The Nexus Collective. Backed by the same proven leadership expertise and team of Tuning Fork (Pty) Ltd and the strength of the Bidvest Group Limited, The Nexus Collective is a purpose-built distributorship wholly focused […]
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MTN Nigeria nearly doubles staff earning ₦2.4 million monthly in 2025
According to its full-year financial report released on Thursday, the number of staff in the highest salary band rose to 659 in 2025, a 97.3% increase from a year earlier.
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Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Sales Footprint
Truecaller announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is […]
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Cheapest Data Plans in South Africa vs Nigeria: 2026 Report!
Cheapest Data Plans in South Africa vs Nigeria: 2026 Report! This guide compares mobile data affordability in South Africa and Nigeria, explaining why Nigeria often shows a lower per-GB price and offering practical tips to find the best value. It covers market drivers, bundle strategies, and where to check live deals. TechCity
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Nigeria’s NCC targets identity fraud with SIM recycling database
The Nigerian Communications Commission has developed a new portal to collect and share data on recycled numbers, as part of a broader effort to protect subscribers from fraud and identity risks associated with reassigned phone numbers. 
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Quick Fire 🔥 with Uche Ukonu Jnr
Meet Uche Ukonu Jnr, an operator and venture builder based in Lagos, Nigeria, who helps companies execute special projects and optimise operations across West and East Africa.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Pesalink joins PAPSS
In today's edition: Quick Fire 🔥 with Uche Ukonu Jnr || Pesalink joins PAPSS || Nigeria secures funding for Project BRIDGE || Who secured the bag? 💰
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MTN Nigeria Returns To Profitability With N1.11 Trillion Net Profit In 2025
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has returned to profitability, reporting a profit after tax of N1.11 trillion for the full year ended 2025, reversing a loss of N400.44 billion recorded in 2024. The company’s profit before tax stood at N1.70 trillion, a significant turnaround from a N550.33 billion loss in the previous year, according to a […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Crypto Markets Showing Strong Rebound After $500M Liquidations
The crypto market is experiencing a strong rebound today, with significant short liquidations fueling the pump. Recent data shows over $500 million in short positions liquidated in the past 24 hours as Bitcoin and other major assets rallied. Total liquidations reached around $556–$575 million in the last 24 hours, with shorts taking the majority of […] The post Crypto Markets Showing Strong Rebound After $500M Liquidations appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Records Net Inflows Exceeding $500 million
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have broken their recent outflow streak with significant net inflows exceeding $500 million. The funds recorded approximately $506–508 million in net inflows on that date—the highest single-day total in several weeks. This marks a reversal after five consecutive weeks of net outflows, during which investors pulled out roughly $3.8–4.3 billion (the […] The post US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Records Net Inflows Exceeding $500 million appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nigerian Crude Trades $71 Above Budget Benchmark: Good for the Budget, Bad for the People
Nigerian crude last traded above $70 per barrel, remaining comfortably above the Federal Government’s 2026 budget benchmark of $64.85. Bonny Light, Nigeria’s flagship grade, was trading around $71 per barrel, slightly below $72.3 earlier in the week but still elevated relative to fiscal assumptions. For the treasury, the development is positive. Oil revenue remains central […] The post Nigerian Crude Trades $71 Above Budget Benchmark: Good for the Budget, Bad for the People appeared first on Tekedia.
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Kalshi Accuses MrBeast’s Employee of Insider Trading 
An employee of Beast Industries (the company behind YouTuber MrBeast, has been accused of insider trading on the prediction market platform Kalshi. Artem Kaptur is a video editor for MrBeast’s content. Kalshi announced on February 25, 2026, that it investigated and found reasonable cause to believe Kaptur used material, non-public information from his job to place […] The post Kalshi Accuses MrBeast’s Employee of Insider Trading  appeared first on Tekedia.
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US Senator Blumenthal Launches Probe into Binance $1.7B Transfers to Iranian Entities 
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, the ranking member of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, has launched a formal probe into Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, over allegations that approximately $1.7 billion in crypto transfers flowed to Iranian entities linked to sanctioned groups and activities. Internal Binance compliance investigators reportedly uncovered evidence last year of […] The post US Senator Blumenthal Launches Probe into Binance $1.7B Transfers to Iranian Entities  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nvidia Delivers Another Blowout Quarter, but Wall Street Questions the Durability of the AI Spending Surge
Nvidia shares rose 1.3% in pre-market trading on Thursday after the company once again cleared a high bar on earnings and guidance. Yet the muted reaction underscored a deeper shift in investor psychology: the debate is no longer about whether Nvidia can outperform estimates, but whether the AI infrastructure boom underpinning its rise can sustain […] The post Nvidia Delivers Another Blowout Quarter, but Wall Street Questions the Durability of the AI Spending Surge appeared first on Tekedia.
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