Forex trading no longer belongs only to banks or full-time professionals. Technology has opened access to anyone with a device and internet connection. More people now explore trading because tools feel easier to use and information spreads faster. You can follow price changes, read market updates, and place trades within minutes. That shift has changed […] The post How Technology Is Changing The Way People Trade Forex appeared first on Tekedia.

AI is no longer a future concept in education. It is already changing how students access knowledge, how teachers plan lessons, and how institutions think about support, curriculum, and skills. UNESCO, OECD, UNICEF, and the World Bank now describe AI as a force that is reshaping learning systems, while also warning that the next phase […]

Achieving product-market fit in Africa requires a fundamentally different approach compared to more mature markets. The continent’s diversity—spanning over 50 countries, multiple regulatory systems, and varying levels of infrastructure—means there is no one-size-fits-all strategy. Startups must navigate fragmented markets while addressing real, often underserved needs with practical and scalable solutions. In many cases, successful models […] The post How Startups Can Achieve Product-Market Fit in Africa appeared first on Tekedia.

In November 2024, Mayowa Ayodeji paid ₦7,000 ($5.05) to watch a film online. He didn’t get the film. What he got instead was that quiet frustration of staring at your inbox, refreshing it like it owes you money. No link. So he did what we all do when technology embarrasses us: he went looking for […]

Why Many Business Owners Look Beyond Traditional IRAs Most retirement accounts offered through brokerages come with a very limited investment menu. Typically, you’re choosing from stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, or bonds. That may work well for many investors, but entrepreneurs often see opportunities outside public markets every day. Maybe it’s a rental property that pencils […] The post What Can a Self-Directed IRA Invest In? Top SDIRA Investment Options appeared first on Tekedia.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has scrapped a key restriction on oil export proceeds, allowing international oil companies to repatriate their earnings in full, in a move that signals a broader effort to sustain recent stability in the foreign exchange market and reinforce investor confidence. In a circular dated March 25, the apex bank removed […] The post Central Bank of Nigeria Scraps Oil FX Retention Rule, Hands IOCs Full Access to Export Proceeds appeared first on Tekedia.

In the latest episode of the Lex Fridman Podcast, released this week, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang offered a rare glimpse into the no-frills management philosophy powering one of the most valuable companies on the planet. At the helm of a roughly $4.3 trillion AI juggernaut, Huang oversees more than 60 direct reports, engineers, C-suite executives, […] The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Says He Leads 60 Direct Reports Without a Single One-on-One Meeting appeared first on Tekedia.

The latest US jobs report for February 2026 showed a notable slowdown: nonfarm payroll employment fell by 92,000 jobs, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4% from 4.3% in January. This was much weaker than economists’ expectations of modest job gains around +50,000 to +60,000 and a steady or slightly lower rate. The number […] The post US Unemployment Jumps to a 4 Year high appeared first on Tekedia.

ARK Invest led by Cathie Wood bought approximately 161,513 shares of Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL) worth about $16.34 million as the stock plunged roughly 20% that day. Circle; the issuer of the USDC stablecoin saw its shares tumble amid reports on a draft provision in the U.S. CLARITY Act, a bill aimed at creating […] The post ARK Invest Adds $16.34M Worth of Circle’s CRCL to its Holdings  appeared first on Tekedia.

In the rapidly evolving wearable market of 2026, smart glasses have transitioned from niche gadgets to essential productivity and lifestyle tools. No longer just a secondary screen for your phone, these devices now offer high-fidelity spatial computing, professional-grade cinematography, and AI-driven sensory enhancement. This article explores the top-performing smart glasses in 2026, focusing on the […]

How to Secure Digital Wallets: Smart, Practical Protection This article explains how to secure digital wallets with practical steps like device locking, multi-factor authentication, phishing awareness, and account monitoring. It’s written for global readers who want simple, effective protection for everyday payments and fintech use. TechCity

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By Boluwatife Oshadiya | March 27, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Nigerian Communications Commission has unveiled a new regulatory platform, the Telecommunications Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS), aimed at curbing fraud and strengthening trust in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. Speaking at a stakeholder forum in Abuja, Executive Vice-Chairman Aminu Maida said the initiative responds to […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Nigeria’s external financing position showed further signs of recovery in the final quarter of 2025, with total capital importation rising to $6.44 billion. But the underlying composition of those inflows points to a fragile foundation built largely on short-term bets. Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics shows inflows increased by 26.61% year-on-year from […] The post Hot Money Drives Nigeria’s Capital Inflows to $6.44bn, but Long-Term Investment Still Lags appeared first on Tekedia.

The global mobile money industry reached new heights in 2025, marking a pivotal moment in its evolution. With record-breaking growth in users, transactions, and agent networks, the sector not only expanded its global footprint but also deepened its impact on financial inclusion, especially across emerging markets. According to GSMA, “The State of the Industry Report […] The post Global Mobile Money Industry Hits Record Growth in 2025, Surpasses $2 Trillion Transaction Milestone appeared first on Tekedia.

SpaceX is moving closer to a long-anticipated public debut, with plans to file its initial public offering prospectus later this week or next week, a step that could culminate in one of the largest capital raises in market history. According to a person with direct knowledge of the process, who spoke to The Information, advisers […] The post SpaceX Reportedly Prepares to Launch Landmark IPO Within Days appeared first on Tekedia.

Iran is reportedly moving to formalize control over the Strait of Hormuz with proposed legislation to charge vessels for safe passage, a step that signals both a geopolitical escalation and a mounting fiscal strain from nearly a month of war. According to state-aligned media, lawmakers are drafting a bill that would require ships transiting the […] The post Iran Reportedly Moves to Charge Ships for Safe Passage Through Hormuz as War Costs Mount appeared first on Tekedia.

Natural gas markets: ending inventory levels (storage occupancy) that are unusually low can create a tighter supply-demand balance, leaving less buffer against unexpected demand spikes; cold winters, higher power-sector use from data centers/AI, or surging LNG exports. This dynamic often supports upside price risk—potentially into 2026 and carrying over into 2027. U.S. storage: Working gas inventories […] The post Natural Gas Unusually Low Occupancy Rate can Create a Tighter Supply-Demand Balance  appeared first on Tekedia.

Revolut, the UK-based fintech, just posted impressive 2025 results: profit before tax surged 57% to $2.3 billion (£1.7 billion), while revenue climbed 46% to $6 billion (£4.5 billion). This marks its fifth straight year of net profitability, with a healthy pre-tax margin of 38% up from 35%. Customer numbers hit 68.3 million up 30%, balances […] The post Revolut Posted Impressive 2025 Revenue Results as German Economy Faces Subdued Growth appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI has effectively “sunset” parts of Sora; its text-to-video AI, but the full picture is more nuanced than a complete shutdown—and it does appear to be freeing up resources that could strengthen OpenAI’s broader video understanding and analysis capabilities. Sora 1; the original version is no longer available in the US. It now defaults to […] The post OpenAI Sunsets Part of Sora Amid Discontinued Disney’s Partnership Deal appeared first on Tekedia.

GameStop’s latest quarterly numbers lay bare the structural pressures bearing down on its once-dominant retail model, as the migration toward digital gaming continues to erode the company’s traditional revenue streams. The video game retailer reported a 14% decline in fourth-quarter revenue, with sales falling to $1.10 billion for the period ended January 31, from $1.28 […] The post GameStop Faces Steep Revenue Decline as Digital Shift Undercuts Core Business, Eyes Collectibles for Growth appeared first on Tekedia.

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Scale, a South African card‑issuing startup, has partnered with Mastercard, a global payments company, to simplify card products for businesses in Senegal, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.  Across many African markets, companies offering card payment must coordinate with several parties, including issuing banks, payment networks, and Bank Identification Number (BIN) sponsors, leading to slow […]

Moniepoint Inc., a Nigerian business-banking unicorn, has completed its acquisition of a 78% stake in Kenya’s Sumac Microfinance Bank, ending a multi-year effort by the Nigerian fintech to secure a foothold in East Africa’s largest economy. The deal was finalised on Thursday as executives gathered for a reception in Nairobi’s Westlands area. It provides Moniepoint […]

Westcon-Comstor, a technology distributor specializing in cybersecurity, networking, and hybrid cloud solutions, has announced a new distribution partnership with Infoblox. Cloud adoption across Africa has moved well beyond early-stage migration, with more than 86% of organisations reporting medium or high cloud maturity in 2025 and nearly all planning to expand and refine their cloud architectures. […]

HP introduced new AI-driven features and expanded insights for the Workforce Experience Platform (WXP). These updates give IT teams a clearer understanding of how devices are performing across their organization and faster, more automated ways to resolve issues before they disrupt work. With digital environments growing more complex, from heavier AI-powered applications to rising system […]

Dr. Anele Mngadi Hammond recently went viral on social media over a historic vehicle finance case with Standard bank in 2018. In the videos, Dr. Hammond accuses the institution of serious misconduct and also claims that Standard Bank and its representatives engaged in criminal activities. “As a 163-year institution that serves millions of customers, Standard […]

The researchers tested how different tones, ranging from very polite to very rude, affect ChatGPT-4o's performance on multiple-choice questions

By Lindelani Ramukumba, Chief Information Officer and Interim Chief Digital Officer of Absa Business Banking Rewind just a few years and large language models and generative artificial intelligence were barely on the public radar, yet the technology has already evolved into its next iteration: agentic AI, a new breed of systems that are semi- or […]

Together, these developments point to a shift in Quidax’s focus toward infrastructure and B2B products, including its push into enterprise crypto payments. The company has continued hiring for sales roles tied to these products even as it reduces headcount.

Stablecoin issuers must also maintain a minimum paid-up capital of KES 500 million (approximately $3.85 million) and core or liquid capital of KES 100 million (about $771,000). Alternatively, they must hold capital equivalent to 100% of current liabilities for at least 30 days, whichever is higher. 

AI Tools for Small Businesses That Save Time and Money AI tools can help small businesses save time, improve customer service, and grow with fewer resources. The smartest approach is to start with one problem, test one tool, and measure the result. TechCity

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Ethiopia inaugurated a smart police station in Addis Ababa, according to a report by the Ethiopian News Agency (ENA) dated March 22, 2026. Users interact with self-service digital kiosks at the facility, according to the report. The station provides interactive screens and remote video assistance for filing complaints, submitting documents, and paying fines, according to […] The post Ethiopia Opens Smart Police Station in Addis Ababa appeared first on Tech In Africa.