Thunes a financial technology company that provides a global cross-border payment infrastructure has announced the onboarding of Sterling Bank into its Direct Global Network, a move set to enhance cross-border payment experiences for Nigerians living and working abroad. Through this partnership, both new and existing Sterling Bank account holders can now access seamless, instant international […] The post Sterling Bank Taps Thunes Network to Boost Global Payments For Nigerians Abroad appeared first on Tekedia.

China’s Lenovo, the world’s largest personal computer maker, is sharpening its push into artificial intelligence by partnering with U.S. chip giant Nvidia to help AI cloud providers deploy data centers at unprecedented speed. The company announced the tie-up on Tuesday at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, framing it as a direct response […] The post Lenovo Taps Nvidia to Fast-Track AI Data Centers as It Pushes Deeper Into the AI Stack appeared first on Tekedia.

Semiconductor stocks have started the year on a strong footing, with gains concentrated not in flashy logic chips but in a quieter, more fundamental corner of the industry: memory. Shares of the world’s biggest memory makers have surged, reflecting how artificial intelligence is reshaping demand patterns across the chip sector and tightening supply in critical […] The post Memory Takes the Lead as AI Fuels a Fresh Semiconductor Rally appeared first on Tekedia.

Sony Honda Mobility stepped onto the CES stage in Las Vegas with a message that cut against the prevailing mood in the U.S. auto industry: it is still pressing ahead with electric vehicles, even as many rivals retreat. The electric vehicle joint venture between Sony Group and Honda Motor unveiled its latest prototype at the […] The post Sony Honda Defies EV Slowdown With Afeela Push at CES, Betting on Premium Tech as U.S. Market Cools appeared first on Tekedia.

The market, which is prominently known for its volatility, shrinking liquidity and declining confidence is somehow seen altering its trend. Ozak AI, a new AI token, is approaching the $5.5 million presale mark, and analysts are openly saying that it is one of the most undervalued early-stage investments of this year. While top-cap assets continue […] The post The Most Undervalued Investment Right Now? Analysts Point to Ozak AI’s Fast Presale Growth and Near-$5.5M Raise appeared first on Tekedia.

In the fast-paced world of air travel, where timing and accuracy can make or break a customer’s experience, FlySafair continues to enhance its operational communication through its long-standing partnership with BulkSMS.com. Since its very first passenger flight took to the skies on 16 October 2014, FlySafair has used SMS as one of its cost-effective channels […]

Motorola and Lenovo Launch Qira, a System-Wide AI Assistant That Works Across Devices Motorola and its parent company, Lenovo, have introduced Qira, a new system-wide AI assistant designed to work seamlessly… TechCity

Anheuser-Busch InBev has decided the time is right to reverse a deal it struck at the height of its debt-cutting drive, announcing plans to buy back a 49.9% stake in its U.S. metal container plants for about $3 billion as aluminum prices surge under the weight of tariffs and tight supply. The world’s largest brewer […] The post AB InBev Moves to Reassert Control of U.S. Can Plants With $3bn 49.9% Stake Buy Back appeared first on Tekedia.

When AMD chief executive Lisa Su stepped onto the CES 2026 stage in Las Vegas, she was not just unveiling a new generation of chips. She was trying to recalibrate how the industry thinks about scale. Artificial intelligence, she said, is growing so fast that familiar yardsticks for computing power no longer apply. The future, […] The post AMD’s Lisa Su Warns AI Will Need “10 Yottaflops” of Compute, Far Beyond Anything the World Has Ever Built appeared first on Tekedia.

Intel on Monday unveiled Panther Lake, its new artificial intelligence-focused laptop chip, using the CES trade show in Las Vegas to put a public marker down on a manufacturing gamble that sits at the heart of its turnaround strategy. The launch is Intel’s first major attempt to convince investors and customers that its next-generation manufacturing […] The post Intel Unveils Panther Lake at CES, Puts Spotlight on 18A Manufacturing in High-Stakes Bid to Regain PC Ground appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s cash-based economy tightened its grip in 2025, with new Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) data showing that the overwhelming majority of physical currency continued to circulate outside the formal banking system. Beyond structural informality and lingering trust issues, the trend is increasingly being linked to anxiety around the country’s controversial new tax law and […] The post 93.35% of Nigeria’s Currency Stays Outside Banks in Nov as Tax Fears Deepen appeared first on Tekedia.

As global regulators move from outright caution to clearer frameworks for digital assets, traditional financial institutions are stepping decisively into the crypto space. PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), one of the Big Four accounting giants, is expanding its cryptocurrency and digital asset services, signaling growing institutional confidence in the sector. The move reflects a broader shift in regulatory […] The post Big Four Giant PwC Expands Cryptocurrency Services Amid Regulatory Shift appeared first on Tekedia.

SORA Technology, a Japan-based startup addressing infectious diseases and climate change in Africa using drones and AI, has secured an additional USD 2.5 million in the second close of its late seed funding round, bringing the total raised to USD 7.3 million. This funding round follows a USD 4.8 million raise in 2025 and includes […] The post Drone-Powered Malaria Fighter SORA Technology Hits $7.3M in Seed Funding for African Expansion appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Moroccan startup Woliz has raised $2.2 million in a pre-seed funding round, led by Sanlam Maroc, the Moroccan arm of the financial services giant Sanlam Group. The company has developed an AI-powered platform that connects small merchants directly with suppliers and financial institutions. This technology provides small shop owners with digital capabilities similar to those […] The post Moroccan Fintech Woliz Raises $2.2M Pre-Seed to Digitize Small Retailers, Sets Up Chari Showdown appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The countries affected by the directive include Nigeria, Uganda, Tanzania, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Angola, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Malawi, Zambia, The Gambia, Gabon, Benin, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Burundi, and Cabo Verde, among others. Most implementation dates fall on January 21, 2026.

Ethiopia, Somalia, and Djibouti, all operating under severe structural and political strains, have developed digital systems within conflict-affected economies, each taking a distinct route shaped by local constraints. 

Uber, Lucid Motors, and autonomous driving startup Nuro have lifted the curtain on the production-intent version of their long-anticipated robotaxi, offering the clearest signal yet that Uber plans to play a central role in the next phase of commercial autonomous ride-hailing. Revealed at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, the vehicle is the most tangible outcome […] The post Uber, Lucid, and Nuro Unveil Production-Intent Robotaxi at CES, Fueling Escalation in Premium Autonomous Ride-Hailing Race appeared first on Tekedia.

Currently the Head of Communications at Lingawa (formerly Topset), an African language learning platform, Onakoya has built a career as the person startups call when things are changing fast.

Kaspersky experts outline how the rapid development of AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in 2026, affecting both individual users and businesses. Large language models (LLMs) are influencing defensive capabilities while simultaneously expanding opportunities for threat actors. Deepfakes are becoming a mainstream technology, and awareness will continue to grow. Companies are increasingly discussing the risks […]

FiiO unveils the M33 R2R: a fully featured music player for hall audiophiles FiiO is proud to announce the launch of the FiiO M33 R2R, a next-gen digital audio player that… TechCity

Lenovo just announced a significant departure from the chatbot model dominating the AI space. Unveiled at the CES 2026, Lenovo introduced a single, built-in cross-device intelligence designed to redefine how people interact with their devices, applications, and digital services. This Personal Ambient Intelligence launches as Lenovo Qira and Motorola Qira on respective devices. “Lenovo Qira is […]

A redistribution of Kenya’s tech economy is happening, buoyed by the expansion of infrastructure like fibre optic, universities, logistics corridors, and sector-specific needs. Konza, Kisumu, Mombasa, Eldoret, and Nyeri are now emerging as distinct innovation centres, building on their own economic logic.

Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, played a significant role at the inaugural Delta Tech Week 2025, the flagship innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship festival convened by the Delta State Government through the Ministry of Science and Technology. The five-day event, held in Asaba from December 1st to 5th, brought together […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has officially opened the Nigerian Content Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge 2025/2026. The competition is designed to identify and support homegrown technologies capable of solving critical operational gaps in the oil and gas sector and its linkage industries. Dr. Obinna Ezeobi, General Manager of Corporate Communications, announced […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

The shift from traditional retail to digital-first commerce isn’t slowing down; it’s accelerating. The retail industry is evolving faster than ever, and those who fail to adapt risk being left behind. We’re living through a time of massive transformation in retail. From the rise of online marketplaces to the growing influence of AI and data-driven […]

In today's edition: Valu secures Jordan approval || Sterling Bank, Thunes partner for remittances || Zimbabwe to tax foreign digital operators

Nigeria is operating far below its productive potential. If the country were anywhere near optimal efficiency, its GDP should be closer to $3 trillion, not the roughly $400 billion we see today. That gap tells a simple story: Nigeria requires at least a 7× economic expansion to approach equilibrium. Yet, nearly 90% of existing companies […] The post Nigeria’s Next Vital Journey: From Money to Capital appeared first on Tekedia.

MiniMax Group’s plan to price its Hong Kong initial public offering at the top end of its marketing range is fast becoming a defining moment for China’s artificial intelligence sector. It is believed to pinpoint how aggressively investors are chasing exposure to domestic AI champions as geopolitical tensions reshape global technology markets. The Beijing-based startup […] The post MiniMax IPO Caps Breakout Moment for China’s AI Sector as Investor Frenzy Sweeps Hong Kong Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Satya Nadella chose his moment carefully. Just weeks after Merriam-Webster crowned “slop” its word of the year — a shorthand for the flood of low-effort, AI-generated content clogging feeds and search results — the Microsoft chief executive stepped in with a counter-narrative for 2026. His message was not delivered through a keynote or earnings call, […] The post Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Wants Everyone to Stop Calling AI Slop appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin surged past the $94,000 mark over the past 24 hours, reigniting investor confidence and strengthening hopes that the broader crypto market may regain momentum in the days ahead. The flagship cryptocurrency climbed as high as $94,752 before pulling back slightly and is currently trading around $93,222 at the time of reporting. The rally marks […] The post Bitcoin Rallies to $94,000 as Whale Accumulation Fuels Market Optimism appeared first on Tekedia.

Shares of major U.S. oil companies surged in premarket trading on Monday as investors began to price in the potential long-term consequences of Washington’s dramatic military intervention in Venezuela, a move that could eventually redraw the global oil supply map even as near-term uncertainties remain high. Chevron led the rally, rising 6.4% by 7:40 a.m. […] The post U.S. Oil Stocks Jump as Trump’s Venezuela Intervention Rewrites the Energy Playbook appeared first on Tekedia.

CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Monday delivered a broader cautionary message to investors tempted to chase stocks moving on Venezuela’s sudden political upheaval, arguing that markets routinely overestimate how quickly geopolitical shocks translate into sustainable corporate earnings. Cramer’s remarks came amid a powerful rally on Wall Street that appeared to shrug off the dramatic news out […] The post Cramer Warns Against Venezuela-Driven Trades, Says Headlines Are No Substitute for Long-Term Investing appeared first on Tekedia.

The improvement puts Nigeria ahead of many African countries, where average internet speeds often fall below 20 Mbps.

Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics manufacturer and a critical partner to Nvidia, has capped 2025 with a sharp surge in revenues, underscoring how the global race to build artificial intelligence infrastructure is reshaping the tech manufacturing industry. The Taiwanese group, formally known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, reported fourth-quarter revenues of 2.6 trillion Taiwan […] The post Foxconn’s AI Windfall: Nvidia Partner Rides Data-Centre Boom to Blowout $83bn Q4 Revenue appeared first on Tekedia.

Samsung Electronics is moving to hard-wire artificial intelligence deeper into its consumer ecosystem, with plans to double the number of mobile devices carrying its “Galaxy AI” features to 800 million by 2026. The push, driven largely by Google’s Gemini model, signals a strategic escalation in the global AI race and sharpens competition with Apple and […] The post Samsung Bets Big on Galaxy AI, Doubling Gemini-Powered Devices to 800m as Smartphone Rivalry Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.

Venezuela’s crude oil output is expected to rise gradually following the U.S. strike and the capture of President Nicolas Maduro, a development that analysts say could alter the long-term global oil supply picture even as short-term market impacts remain limited. American forces seized Maduro in Caracas over the weekend, marking a decisive escalation in Washington’s […] The post Venezuela’s Oil Revival: Why a U.S.-Led Political Reset Could Reshape Global Supply — Slowly  appeared first on Tekedia.