In the Nigerian capital market masterclass at Tekedia Institute, I am leading this week’s class. This week’s two modules are Technology & Financial Market Infrastructure (FMI), and Digital Assets, Tokenization & ISA 2025 Framework. After looking at the FMI extensively from CCPs to CSDs, exchanges to SSS, I attempt to define some terms for the […] The post Nigeria Digital Capital Market – Opportunities for Innovators and Time to Build appeared first on Tekedia.

The introduction of stablecoin balances on Flutterwave marks another important step in the evolution of digital finance across Africa and other emerging markets. As businesses and individuals increasingly embrace blockchain-based financial tools, the ability to hold stablecoin balances within a trusted payments ecosystem represents a significant advancement. It reflects the growing convergence of traditional financial […] The post Stablecoin Balances Are Ready on Flutterwave appeared first on Tekedia.

Centralized cryptocurrency exchanges (CEXs) have become the primary entry point into the digital asset market for millions of investors worldwide. One of their greatest advantages is the extensive range of listed assets they offer, giving users the freedom to explore far beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. As the blockchain industry continues to expand into decentralized finance […] The post Importance of Asset Diversity on Centralized Crypto Exchanges appeared first on Tekedia.

The automotive industry is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history. Rising production costs, rapid technological change, fierce global competition, and the transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles have placed enormous pressure on manufacturers and suppliers alike. Against this backdrop, the works council at Bosch has called for the creation […] The post Bosch Works Council Calls for Auto Industry Task Force appeared first on Tekedia.

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has transformed industries, accelerated scientific research, and reshaped how people interact with technology. Yet as AI capabilities become increasingly powerful, concerns about safety, security, and responsible development have intensified. Among the latest voices raising alarms is Dario Amodei, the founder and CEO of Anthropic, who recently warned lawmakers that […] The post Why Dario Amodei Believes Open-Source AI Poses Serious Risks appeared first on Tekedia.

Germany’s energy landscape has undergone a profound transformation since the sharp reduction of Russian natural gas supplies in 2022. In response, the country rapidly diversified its energy sources by investing heavily in liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure and expanding its network of international suppliers. The recent conflict involving Iran has once again highlighted the importance […] The post Germany Expands LNG Imports to Strengthen Energy Independence appeared first on Tekedia.

Taiwan’s Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturing company, delivered stronger-than-expected second-quarter revenue as surging global investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure continued to fuel demand for AI servers, reinforcing the company’s growing role as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the global AI spending boom. The company, formally known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, reported second-quarter […] The post Foxconn’s AI server boom powers nearly 40% revenue surge as Nvidia demand offsets smartphone uncertainty appeared first on Tekedia.

OPEC+ has agreed to raise oil production again in August, extending its gradual reversal of earlier supply cuts as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after months of disruption eases concerns over Middle East exports and keeps downward pressure on crude prices. The alliance, comprising the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies […] The post OPEC+ Approves August Oil Output Increase As Hormuz Reopening Eases Supply Fears And Prices Retreat appeared first on Tekedia.

Artificial intelligence startup Midjourney is escalating its legal battle with some of Hollywood’s biggest studios by asking a U.S. court to compel Disney, Universal and Warner Bros. to disclose the full extent of their own use of generative AI, arguing that the information could undermine the studios’ copyright infringement claims. The latest court filing marks […] The post Midjourney Seeks Hollywood AI Records As Copyright Battle With Disney, Universal And Warner Bros Intensifies appeared first on Tekedia.

Sony has formally positioned artificial intelligence at the center of PlayStation’s long-term strategy, saying the technology will become a core pillar of game development as the company seeks to build more immersive gaming experiences while accelerating production without compromising creativity. The strategy, outlined during an internal PlayStation question-and-answer session that was later translated publicly, signals […] The post Sony Says AI Will Shape The Future of PlayStation as the Gaming Industry Embraces the Next Development Phase appeared first on Tekedia.

Meta is facing fresh criticism after introducing a new monthly subscription for its AI-powered smart glasses, a move that raises the long-term cost of using one of its fastest-growing consumer products and comes just weeks after the company was drawn into a privacy controversy over the device’s facial recognition capabilities. The social media behemoth has […] The post Meta Faces Backlash as New AI Subscription Adds Monthly Fee to Smart Glasses Amid Privacy Concerns appeared first on Tekedia.

Europe’s crypto industry has entered a defining new era as the full implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation reshapes the competitive landscape. While the regulation has long been discussed as a milestone for digital asset oversight, its practical impact is now becoming clear. The numbers alone tell a dramatic story. An estimated 2,700 […] The post Europe’s Crypto Industry Faces a 90% Shake-Up as MiCA Takes Full Effect appeared first on Tekedia.

Micron’s decision to invest $250 million into Trump accounts has quickly become a major talking point across both the financial and political worlds. The announcement highlights the growing intersection of corporate capital, politics, and investment strategies at a time when businesses are increasingly navigating a polarized economic landscape. While the move has generated strong reactions […] The post Financial Significance of Micron’s $250 Million Trump Account Investment appeared first on Tekedia.

Ask any crypto investor what the next big winner will be and you’ll quickly discover there isn’t a single answer. Some believe the next major gains will come from projects that have already proven themselves through years of development. Others spend countless hours researching cryptocurrencies that haven’t even reached exchanges yet, convinced that tomorrow’s biggest […] The post Next Crypto to Explode? Why XRP, Solana and IceBull Are Three Projects Investors Keep Talking About appeared first on Tekedia.

South Korean memory chip giant SK Hynix is preparing for what could become one of the largest equity offerings ever by an Asian company, with plans for a U.S. listing that could raise as much as $26.5 billion as the artificial intelligence boom continues to reshape the semiconductor industry. According to a Bloomberg report, SK […] The post SK Hynix eyes 0.5% fee payout in ADR offering as AI-driven memory boom fuels potential $26.5bn share sale appeared first on Tekedia.

Before the recent headlines, Germany was widely regarded as Europe’s industrial powerhouse, known for engineering excellence, manufacturing strength, and technological innovation. A series of developments now highlights the country’s struggle to balance economic competitiveness, digital sovereignty, labor relations, and environmental commitments. From a regional government’s decision to reduce dependence on Microsoft software to mass worker […] The post Germany Faces Major Shift in Technology, Labor, and Transportation appeared first on Tekedia.

Tokenized Real-World Assets are rapidly emerging as one of the most transformative innovations in modern finance. By converting ownership rights of physical and traditional financial assets into blockchain-based digital tokens, RWAs are creating a powerful connection between Wall Street’s established financial markets and the decentralized infrastructure of public blockchains. This convergence has the potential to unlock […] The post Tokenized Real-World Assets is Bridging Wall Street and Public Blockchains appeared first on Tekedia.

Alibaba has ordered employees to stop using Anthropic’s AI-powered programming assistant, Claude Code, marking the latest escalation in the technological rivalry between the United States and China as artificial intelligence companies tighten access to advanced models amid growing national security concerns. The Chinese technology giant will prohibit the use of Claude Code across its workforce […] The post Alibaba Bans Anthropic’s Claude Code As AI Rivalry And Security Tensions Between U.S. And China Deepen appeared first on Tekedia.

Predictable execution is becoming one of the defining requirements for the next phase of blockchain adoption. While lower transaction costs often dominate discussions around blockchain scalability, the more significant transformation lies in how predictable execution changes user behavior. When market participants can reliably estimate transaction outcomes, costs, and settlement times, they gain the confidence to […] The post Predictable Execution and Pricing Integrity for On-Chain Markets  appeared first on Tekedia.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said the rapid rise of tokenization is set to fundamentally reshape the architecture of global financial markets, but warned that blockchain technology will not eliminate the regulated institutions that underpin the financial system. In a new working paper titled ‘The Evolution of Financial Market Infrastructures in a Tokenized Economy: […] The post IMF Says Tokenization Will Transform, Not Replace, Global Financial Market Infrastructure appeared first on Tekedia.

Tekedia Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass is a practitioner-led, intensive program designed to deepen the human capabilities needed to power Nigeria’s modern capital market. The Masterclass blends applied knowledge, real-market processes, regulatory frameworks, technology infrastructure, and hands-on case studies covering the entire capital market value chain. The program will run for 8 weeks, with assignments, simulations, and […] The post Nigeria Capital Market Masterclass Opens Registrations for Oct 2026 edition appeared first on Tekedia.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has become the biggest catalyst yet for the rapidly expanding prediction market industry, driving record trading activity across leading event-contract platforms as millions of users wager on match outcomes, tournament winners and related events. The month-long football spectacle, widely forecast to become the largest betting event in history, pushed trading […] The post 2026 FIFA World Cup Fuels Record Betting Boom As Prediction Markets Hit Unprecedented Trading Volumes appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin climbed toward $63,000, extending its recovery as the cryptocurrency market rebounded from a sharp sell-off that had pushed digital assets to multi-month lows. BTC surged amid improving investor sentiment and renewed institutional demand, trading as high as $62,956 on Friday before a slight retracement. The rally coincided with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index […] The post Bitcoin Nears $63K as Fear & Greed Index Improves appeared first on Tekedia.

Institutional trading has long been dominated by centralized exchanges (CEXs) and over-the-counter (OTC) brokers, where large investors can execute high-value transactions with minimal market disruption. These venues have become the preferred choice for hedge funds, asset managers, proprietary trading firms, and corporate treasuries because they offer deep liquidity, sophisticated execution strategies, and privacy. However, they […] The post Sei Giga Aims to Bridge Traditional Institutional Trading and DeFi appeared first on Tekedia.

A recent on-chain transaction has reignited discussions about one of the cryptocurrency industry’s most legendary investors. According to blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain, a wallet believed to be associated with venture capitalist Tim Draper transferred 1,000 Bitcoin valued at approximately $61.82 million, to Coinbase Prime. While the purpose of the transfer remains unknown, the movement has […] The post Tim Draper’s 1,000 BTC Transfer Sparks Fresh Crypto Market Speculation appeared first on Tekedia.

Goldman Sachs has strengthened its position as the leading mergers and acquisitions adviser in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa during the first half of 2026, capturing its largest share of the market in nearly a decade as regional dealmaking reached its highest level in 19 years, according to LSEG data. Dealmaking in the region […] The post Goldman Sachs Leads H1 EMEA Deal Advisory as Mergers and Acquisitions Activity Surges to 19-Year High appeared first on Tekedia.

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Pick n Pay asap! has launched Penny, South Africa’s first fully integrated AI-powered grocery shopping companion, transforming the way customers shop for groceries through natural conversations. Powered by Google’s Gemini AI models, Penny is built into the Pick n Pay asap! app and allows shoppers to create grocery baskets, plan meals and discover products using […]

As enterprises increasingly deploy autonomous AI agents across their operations, cybersecurity company Exabeam has unveiled new capabilities designed to help security teams monitor, detect and respond to AI-related threats without slowing innovation. The latest update expands Exabeam’s Agent Behavior Analytics (ABA), Outcomes Navigator, Exabeam Nova, Threat Center and Attack Surface Insights, providing organizations with greater […]

The Thinking Company has launched ThinkOS, a new human-centred thinking platform designed to help organisations strengthen decision-making, collaboration and problem-solving as artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace. The platform addresses a growing challenge facing businesses: while AI has made information and insights more accessible than ever, it cannot replace human judgement, strategic thinking or creativity. ThinkOS […]