Global energy markets were thrust back into turmoil after renewed violence in the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices sharply higher and prompted the United States to revoke a temporary license that had allowed limited Iranian oil sales. The latest escalation underscores the strategic importance of one of the world’s busiest maritime chokepoints and highlights […] The post U.S. Revokes Iran Oil License as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Escalate appeared first on Tekedia.

Meta has unveiled Muse Image, a new artificial intelligence image generation model developed by its Meta Superintelligence Labs, as the social media giant accelerates efforts to embed generative AI across its ecosystem of apps. The new tool, internally code-named Mango during development, is being rolled out for free for everyday use through the Meta AI […] The post Meta Launches Muse AI Image Generator, Expands AI Tools Across Instagram, WhatsApp, and Meta AI appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese authorities are considering new restrictions on overseas access to the country’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, signaling Beijing’s determination to treat frontier AI technologies as strategic national assets amid intensifying technological competition with the United States. According to people familiar with the discussions cited by Reuters, senior Chinese officials have held a series of […] The post China Reportedly Weighs Restricting Overseas Access To Advanced AI Models As Beijing Tightens National Security Controls appeared first on Tekedia.

The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has been thrown into uncertainty after three commercial vessels were attacked in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, prompting swift military retaliation from Washington. The latest escalation marks one of the most dangerous developments in the Middle East in recent months, raising fears of a broader […] The post Iran Attacks Three Ships in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Launches Retaliatory Strikes appeared first on Tekedia.

Wall Street’s biggest banks are expected to post another strong quarter as record-breaking capital markets activity, led by SpaceX’s blockbuster initial public offering, fuels a surge in investment banking fees and trading revenue. The second-quarter earnings season, which begins next week, is expected to highlight how the rebound in mergers, acquisitions and equity capital markets […] The post SpaceX’s Record IPO Sets Stage for Strong Wall Street Bank Earnings as Dealmaking and Trading Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

Ethiopia’s national payment switch, EthSwitch, is exploring expanded cooperation with Huawei on artificial intelligence, payment infrastructure and cross-border payment connectivity with China, as the country seeks to strengthen the technological backbone of one of Africa’s fastest-growing digital payments markets. The discussions took place during a visit by Fernando Liu, President of Huawei Digital Finance’s Central […]

As artificial intelligence and data-centre growth place new pressure on power systems around the world, USP&E is bringing AI-powered digital twin technology to African power projects – not as an imported off-the-shelf tool, but as a platform built around the realities of operating on the continent. At Africa Energy Forum 2026 in Cape Town, USP&E […]

Telkom has pledged a USD 6.1 million / R100 million commitment; to establish the Telkom AI Institute, a new platform designed to equip South Africans with artificial intelligence and digital skills, foster local innovation, and accelerate inclusive participation in the digital economy. The pledge was announced today in Geneva, Switzerland as part of the International […]

Profit followed almost every choice in tech recently. Anyone engaging with artificial intelligence over the past year achieved positive returns. For instance, Micron gained 703% in one year as data center memory needs outpaced supply. SanDisk, split from Western Digital early in 2025, climbed 465% during 2026, vaulting from $34 to past $1,500 due to […] The post AI Made Early Believers Rich, Here’s Why Stargate Crypto Could Be the Next 50x Opportunity! appeared first on Tekedia.

Prediction market traders remain skeptical that the U.S. government will acquire an ownership stake in OpenAI this year, even after reports that the artificial intelligence company proposed handing the Trump administration a 5% equity interest as part of a broader strategy to strengthen ties with Washington. According to data from prediction market platform Kalshi, traders […] The post Kalshi Traders Doubt U.S. Will Take Stake In OpenAI This Year Despite Altman’s Proposal appeared first on Tekedia.

The crypto payments industry has made significant progress in bridging the gap between digital assets and everyday spending. Crypto debit cards, payment gateways, and stablecoin-powered financial services have become increasingly popular as users seek faster, more flexible alternatives to traditional banking. Among the latest entrants into this competitive space is Kast, a crypto card platform […] The post Kast Crypto Card Under Fire as Deposit System Sparks User Complaints appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s smartphone sales fell 13% year-on-year during this year’s month-long 618 shopping festival, as manufacturers raised prices to offset higher memory costs and offered fewer discounts, according to data from Counterpoint Research. The research firm said sales declined during the May 26 to June 21 promotional period, with nearly all major Chinese smartphone brands recording […] The post China’s 618 Shopping Smartphone Sales Fall 13% As Higher Memory Prices And Weaker Discounts Dampen Demand appeared first on Tekedia.

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The AI boom, which has been the main driver behind the growth of the largest U.S. technology companies for several years, is beginning to change the balance of power in the stock market. Previously, investors were willing to support companies that actively increased spending on AI infrastructure, but now investors are increasingly questioning the effectiveness […] The post The AI Boom Is Creating a New Class of Market Leaders appeared first on Tekedia.

In today’s digital economy, trust has become one of the most valuable assets that individuals, organisations, and governments possess. Every online transaction, investment decision, subscription, and digital interaction depends on confidence that a platform is legitimate and that promises made will be honoured. Criminal networks increasingly understand this reality and have become highly sophisticated in […] The post Trust as Currency: Lessons from the Collapse of Nigeria’s National Reading Culture Platform appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto markets don’t stop because you need to sleep, work or take a weekend off. As such, it is very challenging for most people to keep up with the price movements manually. BforBot is designed to help users apply a structured trading strategy without the need to monitor charts continuously. What is BforBot? BforBot is […]

Meta Platforms has disclosed that four U.S. states are seeking $1.4 trillion in civil penalties in a landmark consumer protection lawsuit accusing the social media giant of deliberately designing Facebook and Instagram to addict young users while misleading the public about the platforms’ safety. The unprecedented damages claim, revealed in a court filing on Monday, […] The post Meta Faces Potential $1.4tn Penalty As U.S. States Intensify Lawsuit Over Youth Addiction Claims appeared first on Tekedia.

Bonk, one of the most recognizable meme coin ecosystems on the Solana blockchain, has been shaken by a major governance incident after approximately $21.2 million was reportedly drained from its treasury through what has been described as a rogue DAO proposal. The event has reignited concerns about decentralized governance, treasury security, and the challenges that […] The post Bitcoin ETFs Record $266 Million in Net Inflows Despite Bonk Treasury Exploit appeared first on Tekedia.

The blockchain industry continues to evolve through innovations that strengthen security, privacy, and accessibility. Two recent developments highlight this trend from different angles. Privacy-focused cryptocurrency ZCash is advancing the security of its ecosystem through the formal verification of its new Ironwood pool, while Arcus DEX, formerly known as dYdX, has opened the waitlist for its […] The post ZCash’s Ironwood Pool and Arcus DEX Signal the Next Phase of Privacy and Decentralized Finance appeared first on Tekedia.

Flutterwave has announced a strategic investment from Circle Ventures alongside the integration of USD Coin (USDC) settlement into its payments platform. This marks a significant step in the company’s broader strategy to modernize cross-border payments through stablecoin technology. After spending the last decade building payment infrastructure that enables businesses to move money seamlessly across Africa, […] The post Flutterwave Expands Stablecoin Strategy With Circle Investment appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese artificial intelligence models are rapidly gaining acceptance among U.S. businesses as companies seek to reduce soaring AI costs without sacrificing performance, marking a significant shift in a market long dominated by American technology firms. Developers and businesses are increasingly turning to open-source and open-weight AI models from Chinese companies such as DeepSeek, Z.ai and […] The post Chinese AI Models Gain Ground in U.S. as Lower Costs Challenge OpenAI and Anthropic appeared first on Tekedia.

Japan’s government has sought to reassure investors that it remains committed to fiscal discipline and respects the independence of the Bank of Japan (BOJ) after markets reacted sharply to a draft economic policy blueprint that fueled concerns over increased government spending and prolonged low interest rates. Reuters reports that the clarification came after benchmark Japanese […] The post Japan Defends Fiscal Strategy As Bond Yields Hit 30-Year High On Spending And BOJ Independence Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.

European financial regulators have unveiled separate initiatives aimed at strengthening the resilience of the banking sector, with the Bank of England proposing to ease capital requirements for major lenders while the European Central Bank ordered euro zone banks to prepare for emerging cyber threats powered by artificial intelligence. The Bank of England’s Financial Policy Committee […] The post Bank Of England Eases Capital Rules For Lenders As ECB Orders Banks To Prepare For AI-Driven Cyber Threats appeared first on Tekedia.

Billionaire philanthropist John Arnold is committing $2.6 million to fund research into the social and economic effects of online sports betting, arguing that the rapid evolution of digital gambling platforms has fundamentally changed the industry since sports wagering became legal across much of the United States. The grants, which have not previously been reported, will […] The post Billionaire Philanthropist John Arnold Commits $2.6m to Study Impact of Online Sports Betting appeared first on Tekedia.

Samsung Electronics delivered another record-breaking quarter as the artificial intelligence boom continued to fuel soaring demand for memory chips, but investors chose to focus on what could lie ahead rather than what the company had already achieved. Shares of the South Korean technology giant fell nearly 7% on Tuesday after the company released preliminary second-quarter […] The post Samsung Shares Slide 7% as Investors Look Past Record $58.4bn Q2 Earnings to AI Spending Risks and Rising Costs appeared first on Tekedia.

Have you ever wondered why some people spend less on cannabis products while still getting the items they want? Many shoppers pay more than needed because they do not know about discounts and special offers. Small savings can add up over time and help stretch your budget further. Learning where to find deals can make […] The post How to Reduce Costs on Your Cannabis Product Purchases appeared first on Tekedia.

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to stay calm and healthy despite busy schedules? Daily choices often shape physical and mental well-being more than occasional big changes. Small habits can improve energy, reduce stress, and support better health over time. A balanced lifestyle does not require expensive products or complicated plans. It simply […] The post Modern Wellness Routines for a More Balanced Lifestyle appeared first on Tekedia.

With thousands of online slot games available today, finding the right one is no longer as simple as picking the first title on a casino website. Players have become more selective, comparing game features, entertainment value, and overall experience before deciding where to spend their time. One of the first things many players notice is […] The post What Players Consider Before Choosing an Online Slot Game appeared first on Tekedia.