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Cybercrime costs Africa $10 billion a year. AI is about to make that number bigger.
The HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report, released by the security unit of technology manufacturer HP Inc, shows attackers shifting from carefully engineered exploits toward a strategy built on speed and volume.
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Nigeria’s loan apps are pulling back from the small loans that built them
Nigeria’s digital lending boom was built on small, instant loans between ₦5,000 ($3.61) and ₦10,000 ($7.21) disbursed within minutes on sleek apps. But that model is beginning to change.
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Morgan Stanley Cut 2,500 Jobs Amid Record 2025 Performance as The Company Reshapes Its Priorities
American multinational investment bank Morgan Stanley has reportedly eliminated 2,500 roles as it reshapes priorities across the U.S. and international markets. The reductions, representing roughly 3% of the bank’s workforce, will affect employees in its three main divisions, which include wealth management, investment banking, and investment management. The layoffs will affect both front-office, revenue-generating roles […] The post Morgan Stanley Cut 2,500 Jobs Amid Record 2025 Performance as The Company Reshapes Its Priorities appeared first on Tekedia.
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Air War With Iran Could Cost Israel $2.9bn a Week as Economic Fallout Spreads Across Global Markets
The intensifying air war between Israel and Iran is already exacting a heavy toll on the Israeli economy, with officials warning that weekly losses could exceed 9 billion shekels ($2.93 billion) if strict wartime restrictions remain in place. Israel’s Finance Ministry said on Wednesday that under the current “red” emergency restrictions imposed by the military’s […] The post Air War With Iran Could Cost Israel $2.9bn a Week as Economic Fallout Spreads Across Global Markets appeared first on Tekedia.
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The rise of Manchester City
Manchester City Football Club’s ascent from a modest Victorian-era team to one of the dominant forces in world football is one of the most remarkable stories in the sport. By visiting the online sports betting platform 1xBet you will also be able to wager on all matches of this squad as well. Founded in 1880 […] The post The rise of Manchester City appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Rebounds 2% on Wednesday as Dollar Pauses and Middle East Escalation Fuels Safe-Haven Demand
Gold prices climbed 2% on Wednesday, rebounding sharply from a more than one-week low hit in the previous session, as the U.S. dollar took a breather and escalating military action in the Middle East — now in its fifth day — intensified safe-haven flows into the yellow metal. Spot gold gained 1.8% to $5,175.39 per […] The post Gold Rebounds 2% on Wednesday as Dollar Pauses and Middle East Escalation Fuels Safe-Haven Demand appeared first on Tekedia.
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Wall Street Slides as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil, Stokes Inflation Fears
U.S. stocks closed sharply lower on Tuesday as investors weighed the risk that an expanding Middle East conflict could push energy prices higher for longer, reigniting inflation pressures and complicating the policy path for the Federal Reserve. Selling was broad-based across sectors, with the Cboe Volatility Index, widely known as the VIX, climbing to its […] The post Wall Street Slides as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil, Stokes Inflation Fears appeared first on Tekedia.
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White House Weighs National Security Review of Tencent’s Gaming Stakes Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit in April
White House Scrutinizes Tencent’s Stakes in Epic Games, Riot, and Supercell Amid National Security Concerns Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit The Trump administration is weighing whether to force Chinese tech conglomerate Tencent Holdings Ltd. to divest its significant investments in major U.S. and European video game developers, according to the Financial Times. Top officials have convened […] The post White House Weighs National Security Review of Tencent’s Gaming Stakes Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit in April appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ray Dalio Warns AI, A Force “Eating Everything”, Could ‘Eat Itself’ if Profits Fail to Match Investment Surge
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the global economy, but cautions that the companies at the center of the surge may not generate the profits investors are banking on. In an episode of the All-In Podcast published Tuesday, the founder of Bridgewater Associates described AI as a force that is “eating […] The post Ray Dalio Warns AI, A Force “Eating Everything”, Could ‘Eat Itself’ if Profits Fail to Match Investment Surge appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bitcoin Rebounds 8% Above $74K Then Drops Amid Macro Shift And Institutional Demand
Bitcoin surged back above the $74,000 mark on Wednesday, reaching its highest level since February 8, even as geopolitical tensions remained elevated. The world’s largest cryptocurrency gained roughly 8% over 24 hours, rebounding strongly after spending several weeks trading below the $60,000-$70,000 threshold. The recent rally was fueled by a sudden shift in macro sentiment […] The post Bitcoin Rebounds 8% Above $74K Then Drops Amid Macro Shift And Institutional Demand appeared first on Tekedia.
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Ethio telecom and Ericsson Sign Landmark Network Expansion and Modernization Agreement
Ethio Telecom announced the signing of a landmark network expansion and modernization agreement with our strategic partner, Ericsson, at MWC Barcelona, marking another major step in advancing Ethiopia’s digital infrastructure. In line with the company’s three-year Next Horizon Strategy, this major project includes the expansion, upgrade, 4G layering, and deployment of new capabilities across 1,500 […]
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China’s Factory Activity Splits Along State-Private Lines as Export Risks Mount from Iran Conflict
China’s manufacturing sector showed a widening split in February, with large state-owned factories struggling to regain momentum while private exporters reported a surge in overseas orders. The February report has prompted concern that escalating conflict in the Middle East could sharply undermine export performance in March. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China […] The post China’s Factory Activity Splits Along State-Private Lines as Export Risks Mount from Iran Conflict appeared first on Tekedia.
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Intron Launches Voice AI for Africa with 24 Languages
“Sorry, I didn’t catch that” – a familiar frustration for millions of  Africans using voice technology like Siri and Alexa, where common phrases and names like “No worry, e go better” become “No war eagle butter”,  “Wanjiru” becomes “One zero”, and “Chukwuebuka” becomes “Check wheelchair baker”. These repeated failures aren’t just technical gaffes; they become […]
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Join Ndubuisi Ekekwe At Fidelity Bank PLC’s Fidelity Diaspora Summit 2026
Good People, I invite you to join me at Fidelity Bank PLC’s Fidelity Diaspora Summit 2026, where we will have an important conversation on investments, capital formation, and Nigeria’s growth trajectory. My thesis is simple: Nigeria’s largest untapped market segment is its diaspora. When an emerging nation learns how to mobilize the capabilities of its […] The post Join Ndubuisi Ekekwe At Fidelity Bank PLC’s Fidelity Diaspora Summit 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Agentic AI Payments Infrastructure Rapidly Evolving to Support Seamless AI-driven Experiences 
Agentic AI payments infrastructure is evolving rapidly to support more seamless, AI-driven experiences, and the Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) is a prime example of this progress. Co-developed by Stripe and OpenAI, ACP is an open standard that standardizes how AI agents—like ChatGPT—can interact with merchants to discover products, negotiate details, and complete purchases securely. It […] The post Agentic AI Payments Infrastructure Rapidly Evolving to Support Seamless AI-driven Experiences  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bolt and WANATU beat South Africa’s licence deadline. Their drivers may not.
Bolt said it received its Certificate of Registration from the National Public Transport Regulator (NPTR) on February 27.
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OpenAI Developing A GitHub Rival After Service Disruptions, Setting Up Potential Clash With Microsoft
OpenAI is developing an internal code-hosting platform that could eventually compete with GitHub, according to a report by The Information, marking what could become one of the most consequential strategic pivots in the artificial intelligence industry. The project, still in its early stages, was prompted in part by repeated service disruptions that left GitHub temporarily […] The post OpenAI Developing A GitHub Rival After Service Disruptions, Setting Up Potential Clash With Microsoft appeared first on Tekedia.
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Recent Market Disruptions is Driven by Escalating U.S-Israel Conflict with Iran 
The current market environment, reflects heightened volatility driven primarily by the escalating U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, now in its early stages with fresh strikes and no clear signs of de-escalation. This has triggered risk-off sentiment across global financial markets, leading to sharp declines in equities and a reversal in precious metals after recent safe-haven surges. […] The post Recent Market Disruptions is Driven by Escalating U.S-Israel Conflict with Iran  appeared first on Tekedia.
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UAE Stocks Plunge Following Market Resumption as Iranian Strikes Rattle Investor Confidence, Triggering Selloff
Stocks across the United Arab Emirates suffered one of their sharpest sell-offs in years on Wednesday as trading resumed in Dubai and Abu Dhabi following a two-day market closure triggered by Iranian drone and missile attacks on the country. The selloff has amplified concerns that the rapidly escalating conflict could inflict lasting economic damage on […] The post UAE Stocks Plunge Following Market Resumption as Iranian Strikes Rattle Investor Confidence, Triggering Selloff appeared first on Tekedia.
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Enhancing Sexual Health: How a Sex Doll Torso from Tantaly Supports Wellness and Safe Intimacy
In today’s fast-paced world, sexual health is more than just the absence of disease—it encompasses physical satisfaction, mental well-being, emotional balance, and safe self-exploration. For many adults, a sex doll has become a discreet and effective tool for maintaining these aspects of wellness. Among the most practical options, the sex doll torso stands out for […] The post Enhancing Sexual Health: How a Sex Doll Torso from Tantaly Supports Wellness and Safe Intimacy appeared first on Tekedia.
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Absa x Thunes Unveil Absa Global Pay
Absa Group has partnered with Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, to launch a new digital-first remittance solution, Absa Global Pay, that makes sending money across borders faster, simpler and more affordable for millions of customers across Africa. With international remittances playing an increasingly critical role in supporting families, education, healthcare […]
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MultiChoice to shut down Showmax after 11 years as Canal+ cuts costs
The streaming service will be wound down in the coming months, although the company has not provided a final closure date as legal processes tied to the acquisition continue to be finalised.
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Artificial Intelligence for Small Business: Practical Growth Guide
Artificial Intelligence for Small Business: Practical Growth Guide This practical guide shows how small businesses can apply artificial intelligence to marketing, customer service, operations, and finance. Start with one workflow, run a short pilot, measure results, and scale proven wins. TechCity
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Nigerian AI startup Intron expands speech recognition platform to 57 languages
Sahara v2 covers 23 African languages within that total and supports more than 500 distinct African accents.
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Africa’s first Tesla dealership is open
In today's edition: Investors may be forced to sell NCBA shares || Moroccans can now buy Teslas || Absa Bank Kenya increases government securities holdings || Ghana operator begins selling 5G network
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FEC approves GIS-Enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system for Nigeria
KEY POINTS MAIN STORY The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the implementation of a Geographic Information System (GIS)-enabled alphanumeric digital postcode system for Nigeria, marking a major reform in the country’s addressing and postal infrastructure. The approval was granted under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu as part of efforts to modernise public infrastructure […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.
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Members of the European Parliament Submits Formal Inquiries Regarding GDPR 
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have recently submitted formal inquiries written questions to the European Commission regarding GDPR compliance issues. The most prominent and timely example, reported just days ago, involves a cross-party group of MEPs from the S&D, Greens, The Left, and Renew groups across 17 countries. They submitted a written parliamentary question […] The post Members of the European Parliament Submits Formal Inquiries Regarding GDPR  appeared first on Tekedia.
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Complete Phone Backup Guide: Never Lose Your Photos Again
Complete Phone Backup Guide: Never Lose Your Photos Again You know that sinking feeling when your phone screen goes black and stays black? Or that moment of… TechCity
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This startup wants to bring Bitcoin to Africans who can’t afford the Internet
Machankura allows people to send and receive Bitcoin using USSD technology, the same system Africans use to check airtime, transfer mobile money, or query their account balance in traditional banking.
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Noah and Nafolo Launch Stablecoin Virtual Accounts to End Cross-Border Payment Friction in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Noah, a global payments infrastructure provider, and Nafolo, a leading West African financial super-application, today announced a strategic partnership to transform cross-border capital flows into Sub-Saharan Africa. By deploying stablecoin-powered virtual bank accounts, the collaboration allows users to bypass legacy banking infrastructure that has historically excluded the region from efficient global finance. Sub-Saharan Africa remains […] The post Noah and Nafolo Launch Stablecoin Virtual Accounts to End Cross-Border Payment Friction in Sub-Saharan Africa. appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA Accelerates the Path to Scalable Production AI
Red Hat announced the Red Hat AI Factory with NVIDIA, a co-engineered software platform that combines Red Hat AI Enterprise and NVIDIA AI Enterprise to provide an end-to-end AI solution optimized for organisations deploying AI at scale. With enterprise AI spending expected to reach over $1 trillion by 2029[1], driven in large part by agentic […]
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Africa’s crypto is complex. Josephine Inika has made a career simplifying it.
Inika did not arrive at crypto marketing by design; she arrived by experiment. 
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Elekta Appoints Nexeva Healthcare Solutions as Strategic Partner in South Africa
Elekta has appointed Nexeva Healthcare Solutions as its strategic partner in South Africa under a multi-year agreement. The appointment introduces a strengthened local operating model designed to enhance technical support, clinical engagement and commercial responsiveness for radiotherapy centres across both the private and public healthcare sectors. The agreement was formally signed during the World Health […]
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Absa Kenya raises government securities holdings 19% as loan demand weakens
Absa Bank Kenya increased its holdings of government securities by 19% in 2025 as weak loan demand pushed banks to channel more funds into state debt while digital income supported earnings.
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Nomba wants Nigerian merchants to collect pounds directly from UK banks
The integration with Volume enables merchants to receive bank-to-bank payments from customers that use any of the UK’s major banks, reducing the reliance on international card processors that have dominated cross-border payments. Instead of using card details, customers authorise payments directly from their banking apps.
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Nedbank’s NCBA deal could push some Kenyan institutional investors into cash exit
Some NCBA shareholders could exit the lender entirely after the transaction is completed, even if other investors become Nedbank shareholders through the stock component of the offer.
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