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Cyber Threats Intensify Across Africa, as Nigeria’s Digital Adoption Drives 4,200 Weekly Attacks
As Africa enters a critical phase of digital transformation, technology is driving unprecedented growth, connectivity, and innovation across the continent. However, this rapid digital expansion has also significantly widened the cyber threat landscape, exposing organizations and governments to increasingly sophisticated attacks In a report titled “2025 African Perspectives on Cyber Security” by Check Point, cyber […] The post Cyber Threats Intensify Across Africa, as Nigeria’s Digital Adoption Drives 4,200 Weekly Attacks appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Offers Rare, Candid Assessment of Elon Musk and His Turbulent DOGE Role
One of President Donald Trump’s closest aides has offered an unusually frank window into Elon Musk’s brief but disruptive presence inside the White House, lifting the curtain on internal tensions, clashing management styles, and unease over the rapid dismantling of a major U.S. government agency. In a series of interviews published Tuesday by Vanity Fair, […] The post Trump Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Offers Rare, Candid Assessment of Elon Musk and His Turbulent DOGE Role appeared first on Tekedia.
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Next Tekedia Capital Portfolio Business Update – Feb 28, 2026
Hello, Greetings. Our next portfolio business update is scheduled as follows: Date: Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 Time: 4-6pm WAT Zoom link will be sent later. If you are not in the WhatsApp Group, please read this note published here for context ahead of the session. Note that you can schedule anytime with the provided Zoom […] The post Next Tekedia Capital Portfolio Business Update – Feb 28, 2026 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Crypto to Buy Now: Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Ethereum (ETH) Bulls Buy New Coin Under $0.0025 Before a $1 Run
As markets swell with optimism, seasoned bulls are looking at three stalwarts, Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), and Ethereum (ETH), as solid anchors.  But beyond the blue-chips, an emerging presale star, Little Pepe (LILPEPE), is capturing attention for its parabolic potential. With a current presale price of just $0.0022, LILPEPE is being framed by some as […] The post Best Crypto to Buy Now: Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Ethereum (ETH) Bulls Buy New Coin Under $0.0025 Before a $1 Run appeared first on Tekedia.
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In Nigeria’s trust-starved domestic work market, Shaaré bets on instant matching
Shaaré, a Nigerian home service marketplace has launched instant matching feature to automatically connect cleaners to users.
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Cramer Warns Oracle Could Become the Brake on Big Tech’s AI Spending Spree as Wall Street Loses Patience
CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Tuesday argued that Oracle may be nearing a financial and market-imposed limit in the artificial intelligence arms race, positioning the software giant as a potential catalyst for a broader slowdown in hyperscalers’ spending. His comments come as Oracle’s stock and credit profile have become focal points for growing investor unease about […] The post Cramer Warns Oracle Could Become the Brake on Big Tech’s AI Spending Spree as Wall Street Loses Patience appeared first on Tekedia.
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As US doors narrow, African tech talent faces a tougher path to America
Founders already inside the US system remain shielded from the executive order. But first-time entrants will face a wall built from data, security logic, and bureaucracy that hamper migration opportunities for African talent. This could encourage a shift toward alternative hubs in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, where visa access is predictable.
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5 Key Insights About AI in 2025, According to Zoho’s Regional Head
As 2025 comes to an end, African businesses can reflect on one of the most transformative years for AI adoption yet. It’s been a true turning point across the continent, marked by clear successes and valuable lessons learned. Across South Africa, Lagos, and Nairobi, organisations tested, deployed, and learned from AI at pace. Some thrived. […]
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Why Toyin Akinniyi believes African tech’s biggest problem is silos
Africa’s tech ecosystem is building cars without brakes. Toyin Akinniyi, Luminate Group's Regional Portfolio Director, Africa explains why builders, policymakers, and civil society must break their silos to ensure technology serves—not harms—Africans.
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Shares of Broadcom, CoreWeave, and Oracle Tank Following Wall Street AI Infrastructure Selloff
In a corner of the artificial intelligence market that once seemed immune to doubt, investor sentiment has shifted sharply, exposing growing anxiety about whether the vast sums being poured into AI infrastructure will generate commensurate returns. Broadcom, CoreWeave, and Oracle — three companies central to the global AI buildout — extended their recent selloff on […] The post Shares of Broadcom, CoreWeave, and Oracle Tank Following Wall Street AI Infrastructure Selloff appeared first on Tekedia.
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Thank You For Year 2025 – Ndubuisi Ekekwe
As we close the chapter of 2025, I want to thank you for making this feed super-amazing. My prayer for you, your families and your friends, is that 2026 brings abundance in every dimension. Like the baobab tree, may your abundance be vast and unconstrained in health, in wealth, and in wisdom. May the works […] The post Thank You For Year 2025 – Ndubuisi Ekekwe appeared first on Tekedia.
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Chowdeck taps GoLemon to supply dark stores in new instant delivery push
GoLemon has partnered with Chowdeck to supply groceries to Chowdeck’s dark stores and offer customers same-day grocery delivery through Chowdeck.
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Top 10 Startup Accelerators in Africa: The Programs Actually Moving the Needle
The African startup ecosystem has no shortage of programs calling themselves “accelerators.” But there’s a difference between an accelerator that genuinely propels your startup forward and one that consumes your time and equity while offering little more than coworking space and generic business advice. For founders navigating this landscape, the question isn’t just “Should I […] The post Top 10 Startup Accelerators in Africa: The Programs Actually Moving the Needle appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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President Trump Sues BBC for $10bn Over Allegedly Malicious Jan. 6 Speech Edit
President Donald Trump has escalated his long-running feud with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) by filing a massive $10 billion lawsuit in a U.S. federal court in Miami, Florida. The suit alleges that the publicly funded British broadcaster defamed him by “intentionally, maliciously, and deceptively doctoring” footage of his January 6, 2021, speech in a […] The post President Trump Sues BBC for $10bn Over Allegedly Malicious Jan. 6 Speech Edit appeared first on Tekedia.
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McKinsey Faces Crossroads at 100: Plans Thousands of Job Cuts amid Market Challenges
As McKinsey & Co. celebrated its 100th anniversary in Chicago last October, the festivities projected the image of a consulting powerhouse poised for a new era. Partners, clients, and high-profile guests — including Rio Tinto chairman Dominic Barton, Visa CEO Ryan McInerney, former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, and Oprah Winfrey — attended the […] The post McKinsey Faces Crossroads at 100: Plans Thousands of Job Cuts amid Market Challenges appeared first on Tekedia.
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Global Memory Price Shock: Samsung Doubles DDR5 Cost, Triggering Device Price Hikes and Spec Cuts
The technology industry is now facing a severe and persistent cost crisis, as Samsung has reportedly doubled the contract price of its DDR5 memory, sending shockwaves across the entire consumer electronics supply chain. According to reports from industry tracker Jukan on X, and Taiwanese media, Samsung abruptly increased DDR5 contract prices by over 100%, lifting […] The post Global Memory Price Shock: Samsung Doubles DDR5 Cost, Triggering Device Price Hikes and Spec Cuts appeared first on Tekedia.
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10 African PR Personalities to Watch in 2026
10 African PR Personalities to Watch in 2026 If the last five years have taught us anything, it’s that public relations is no longer about “spinning” the truth.… TechCity
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Kenyans can now subscribe to Showmax directly through Airtel Money
The move also highlights how mobile money is becoming core infrastructure for digital entertainment as streaming platforms push deeper into mobile-first markets.
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6 ICT & Technology Trends that Shaped 2025
2025 wasn’t just another year of tech headlines; it was a year where digital change touched everyday life in South Africa. Families streamed their favorite shows without buffering, students joined online classes from rural towns, and small businesses discovered new customers through WhatsApp and TikTok. Fiber rolled across suburbs faster than gossip at a family […]
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NDIC Begins Liquidation of ASO Savings, Union Homes as CBN Revokes Licenses, Triggers Depositor Payouts
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has formally commenced the liquidation of ASO Savings and Loans Plc, and Union Homes Savings and Loans Plc, setting in motion the payment of insured deposits to thousands of customers following the withdrawal of the banks’ operating licenses by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In a public notice […] The post NDIC Begins Liquidation of ASO Savings, Union Homes as CBN Revokes Licenses, Triggers Depositor Payouts appeared first on Tekedia.
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Michael Burry’s GameStop Regret: Inside the Trade He Got Right, the Mania He Missed, and the Market Forces He Never Saw Coming
Michael Burry’s account of his GameStop investment reads less like a confession and more like an autopsy. In a detailed Substack post published Monday night, the investor best known for anticipating the 2008 housing collapse revisited one of the most scrutinized trades of the past decade: his early bet on GameStop — and his decision […] The post Michael Burry’s GameStop Regret: Inside the Trade He Got Right, the Mania He Missed, and the Market Forces He Never Saw Coming appeared first on Tekedia.
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Showmax Simplifies Billing With Airtel Money Payment Support
Airtel Money has integrated with Showmax, giving customers a simple, convenient, and reliable way to pay for their subscriptions this festive season. With this new integration, Airtel Money customers can now subscribe to Showmax and renew or activate directly from their wallets, providing an additional instant and convenient payment method. The move reflects Airtel Money’s […]
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What Is Generative AI Testing and Why Is It Critical?
Generative AI continues to reshape how businesses operate. It creates text, images, code, and many other forms of content, which makes it incredibly powerful for automation and creativity. As more organizations rely on these systems, the need to verify the accuracy and safety of AI outputs becomes increasingly important. In this blog, you will learn […]
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Fynd Launches in South Africa to Accelerate Commerce Adoption
Fynd, an AI-native retail technology platform backed by Reliance Retail Ventures Limited,  announced its official expansion into South Africa, onboarding Surtee Group—one of the region’s most established luxury and fashion retailers. According to Statista, South Africa is expected to have 11.7 million e-commerce users in 2025, with projections reaching 21.5 million by 2029. This growth […]
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – The 50 most consequential people in African tech
In today's edition: Kenya’s pay-TV market grows || BasiGo opens charging station || Luno, AltSchool announce new course
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America’s Economic Paradox: Growth Without Jobs
Question: How do you see the U.S. market, and what is the new normal from an African perspective? My Response: The new normal is that the U.S. economic architecture is being redesigned, and what we are witnessing is not a single adjustment but a series of unfolding “new normals” that will play out over the […] The post America’s Economic Paradox: Growth Without Jobs appeared first on Tekedia.
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Phantom is Rolling Out Early Access to its Phantom Cash Debit Card
Phantom, the popular multi-chain crypto wallet, officially announced that early access to its Phantom Cash debit cards is starting to roll out this week. Begins in the United States excluding New York and Alaska for some features. Prepaid Visa debit card— virtual at launch, with physical cards coming later. It supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, […] The post Phantom is Rolling Out Early Access to its Phantom Cash Debit Card appeared first on Tekedia.
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Solana Leads Most Blockchains Across Key Metrics in 2025
Solana leads most major blockchains across these key metrics, based on on-chain data from sources like DeFiLlama, Artemis, Blockworks, and industry reports. Solana consistently ranks #1, often with more monthly active addresses than all other Layer-1 and Layer-2 chains combined, ~127 million in mid-2025 per Artemis/Blockworks data; reports of 57–83 million in various months, far […] The post Solana Leads Most Blockchains Across Key Metrics in 2025 appeared first on Tekedia.
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UK Advances Major Crypto Regulation Overhaul
The UK government has announced plans to introduce legislation that will bring cryptocurrencies and cryptoasset services under full regulatory oversight, treating them similarly to traditional financial products like stocks and shares. The new rules are set to come into force in October 2027. Crypto firms like exchanges, custodians, brokers, and wallet providers serving UK customers […] The post UK Advances Major Crypto Regulation Overhaul appeared first on Tekedia.
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Lovable Soars to $6.6bn Valuation as Accel, Khosla Double Down on Europe’s Vibe-Coding Boom
Lovable, the Stockholm-based artificial intelligence startup riding the surge of interest in so-called “vibe coding,” has vaulted into the top tier of Europe’s startup ecosystem after a new funding round valued the company at $6.6 billion, according to people familiar with the deal who spoke to CNBC. The round, which has not yet been formally […] The post Lovable Soars to $6.6bn Valuation as Accel, Khosla Double Down on Europe’s Vibe-Coding Boom appeared first on Tekedia.
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Netflix Bets Bigger on Video Podcasts With Exclusive iHeartMedia Deal, Escalating Fight With YouTube
Netflix is doubling down on the creator economy, announcing a wide-ranging partnership with iHeartMedia that will bring 14 high-profile video podcasts exclusively to the streaming platform beginning in early 2026. The move sharpens Netflix’s challenge to YouTube and signals that video podcasts are no longer a side experiment for the world’s largest streaming service, but […] The post Netflix Bets Bigger on Video Podcasts With Exclusive iHeartMedia Deal, Escalating Fight With YouTube appeared first on Tekedia.
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Instagram Reels Makes Big-Screen Debut on Amazon Fire TV, Targeting Shared Viewing
Meta has initiated a major strategic push into the living room with the launch of the dedicated Instagram for TV app, which is now in an early testing phase in the U.S. exclusively on Amazon Fire TV streaming devices. This move transforms the photo-sharing app’s short-form video product, Reels, from a solitary mobile experience into […] The post Instagram Reels Makes Big-Screen Debut on Amazon Fire TV, Targeting Shared Viewing appeared first on Tekedia.
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Charles Schwab Adds Solana Futures amid Solana Surviving Massive DDoS Attack
Charles Schwab announced platform enhancements, including the addition of 17 new futures products to its thinkorswim trading platform. Among these are Solana futures (/SOL) and Micro Solana futures (/MSL), joining existing crypto futures like Bitcoin and Ether. This expands crypto exposure options for approved futures accounts on Schwab’s platforms. Solana futures trade under the symbol […] The post Charles Schwab Adds Solana Futures amid Solana Surviving Massive DDoS Attack appeared first on Tekedia.
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Is Samsung Phasing Out The SATA-SSDs Model?
Recent reports indicate that Samsung plans to halt production of SATA-interface SSDs— the older, slower 2.5-inch drives like the 870 EVO series starting in January 2026, after fulfilling existing contracts. Western Digital is not discontinuing production of consumer SSDs entirely. The rumors stem from a major corporate restructuring completed in early 2025 around March, where […] The post Is Samsung Phasing Out The SATA-SSDs Model? appeared first on Tekedia.
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MetaMask Announces Native Bitcoin Support Amid MoonPay’s Commerce App Launch for Solana Seeker
MetaMask officially rolled out native support for Bitcoin (BTC), a major milestone in its transition from an Ethereum-focused wallet to a true multi-chain platform. This integration, first teased in February 2025, allows users to:Buy BTC directly with fiat via card, Apple Pay, etc. Send and receive BTC on-chain. Swap BTC with EVM-compatible tokens or Solana […] The post MetaMask Announces Native Bitcoin Support Amid MoonPay’s Commerce App Launch for Solana Seeker appeared first on Tekedia.
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Spanish and Danish Police Dismantle Cross-Border Gang Behind Crypto-Motivated Kidnapping and Murder
In a joint operation announced in mid-December 2025, Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional), in collaboration with Danish authorities, dismantled a transnational criminal organization responsible for a violent kidnapping and murder targeting cryptocurrency holdings. The crime occurred in April 2025 in Mijas, Málaga province, southern Spain. A couple— the man of Dutch origin, aged 37, and […] The post Spanish and Danish Police Dismantle Cross-Border Gang Behind Crypto-Motivated Kidnapping and Murder appeared first on Tekedia.
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