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Alibaba, Tencent Back Kuaishou’s Kling AI In $2.8bn Fundraise, Valuing The AI Video Platform At About $15bn
China’s artificial intelligence funding race gathered further momentum after video-generation startup Kling AI secured one of the largest financing rounds in the country’s generative AI sector, drawing backing from some of China’s biggest technology companies as competition with U.S. AI leaders intensifies. Kuaishou Technology said Thursday that a consortium of investors led by Alibaba and […] The post Alibaba, Tencent Back Kuaishou’s Kling AI In $2.8bn Fundraise, Valuing The AI Video Platform At About $15bn appeared first on Tekedia.
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Trump’s Crypto Comments Spark Debate Over Family Digital Asset Profits
Trump’s latest remarks about his family’s cryptocurrency earnings have reignited debate over the growing intersection of politics, digital assets, and personal financial interests. During a recent interview, the U.S. president claimed that he did not know how much money his family had made from crypto-related ventures. The statement immediately drew attention from political observers, financial […] The post Trump’s Crypto Comments Spark Debate Over Family Digital Asset Profits appeared first on Tekedia.
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Anthropic Expands AI Infrastructure as SanDisk Stock Loses Momentum
Anthropic is navigating a familiar challenge in the artificial intelligence industry: demand for cutting-edge AI models is growing faster than the computing infrastructure needed to support them. The company recently indicated that it hopes to bring Fable 5 back to Claude Max subscriptions over time as additional capacity becomes available. At the same time, reports […] The post Anthropic Expands AI Infrastructure as SanDisk Stock Loses Momentum appeared first on Tekedia.
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Meta Admits AI Restructuring Fell Short as Zuckerberg Bets on Next-Generation Models to Close Gap With OpenAI
Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has acknowledged that the company’s sweeping AI-driven restructuring has not delivered the rapid gains management anticipated, offering one of his clearest admissions yet that the social media giant’s aggressive reorganization has fallen short of expectations even as it pours unprecedented sums into artificial intelligence. Speaking during an internal town hall […] The post Meta Admits AI Restructuring Fell Short as Zuckerberg Bets on Next-Generation Models to Close Gap With OpenAI appeared first on Tekedia.
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Dow Jones Reaches Record High as Crypto Token Buybacks Outpace Supply Growth
Investor confidence strengthened across both traditional finance and the cryptocurrency market as the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new all-time high while blockchain analytics platform Tokenomist reported that eight crypto tokens are reducing their circulating supply through aggressive buyback programs. These developments highlight a broader trend of capital returning to risk assets and […] The post Dow Jones Reaches Record High as Crypto Token Buybacks Outpace Supply Growth appeared first on Tekedia.
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Why Alibaba Restricted Claude Code in Its Development Environment
Alibaba has reportedly prohibited the use of Claude Code within parts of its organization due to concerns over potential backdoor security risks. The decision underscores the growing tension between the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence coding assistants and the increasing need for organizations to safeguard sensitive systems, proprietary data, and critical infrastructure. As AI-powered development […] The post Why Alibaba Restricted Claude Code in Its Development Environment appeared first on Tekedia.
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Chinese AI Startup Z.ai Ignites ‘Mini DeepSeek Moment’ as GLM-5.2 Challenges OpenAI and Anthropic at a Fraction of the Cost
China’s artificial intelligence race has entered a new phase, with Beijing-based startup Z.ai emerging as the latest company challenging the dominance of leading U.S. AI developers. Its recently launched GLM-5.2 model is winning praise from developers, technology executives and investors, bolstering the belief that China’s AI ecosystem is closing the performance gap with OpenAI and […] The post Chinese AI Startup Z.ai Ignites ‘Mini DeepSeek Moment’ as GLM-5.2 Challenges OpenAI and Anthropic at a Fraction of the Cost appeared first on Tekedia.
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Gold Buying Slows in India as Prices Rebound, While Chinese Demand Shows Signs of Recovery
Gold demand in India softened again on Friday after a brief recovery earlier in the week, as a rebound in prices from three-month lows prompted buyers to step back and return to a more cautious stance. At the same time, buying interest in China improved modestly, with dealers reporting a slight pickup in inquiries after […] The post Gold Buying Slows in India as Prices Rebound, While Chinese Demand Shows Signs of Recovery appeared first on Tekedia.
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Digital Nomads: The AI engineer who left Nigeria for Germany and quadrupled his income
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A Zimbabwean developer built a bride price calculator that went global
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Best Travel Tech 2026: 12 Gadgets Worth Packing This Summer
Best Travel Tech 2026: 12 Gadgets Worth Packing This Summer Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Whether you’re flying abroad, taking a road… TechCity
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Meta’s Alexandr Wang Claims Major Stride in AI Race With New Model Closing Gap with OpenAI’s GPT-5.5
Meta Platforms is making significant progress in the artificial intelligence model race, its superintelligence chief, Alexandr Wang, told employees on Friday, marking what could be an important milestone in the company’s aggressive push to catch up with industry leaders. In an internal town hall, Wang said that Meta’s upcoming AI model, codenamed Watermelon, has caught […] The post Meta’s Alexandr Wang Claims Major Stride in AI Race With New Model Closing Gap with OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 appeared first on Tekedia.
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GoDaddy Challenges Indian Court Orders on Domain Privacy, Warning Measures to Curb Fake Websites Could Undermine Global Internet Safety
India’s aggressive efforts to combat the proliferation of fake websites impersonating major brands are raising alarms among global domain registrars, who warn that new court-mandated measures could undermine internet privacy and create unintended consequences for legitimate businesses worldwide. Per Reuters, the world’s biggest internet domain seller, GoDaddy, has mounted a strong legal challenge against directives […] The post GoDaddy Challenges Indian Court Orders on Domain Privacy, Warning Measures to Curb Fake Websites Could Undermine Global Internet Safety appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nvidia Pushes Deeper Into AI Economy With Revenue-Sharing Model for Startups
Nvidia is broadening its role in the artificial intelligence industry beyond designing the chips powering the AI revolution, unveiling a new revenue-sharing initiative that will allow fast-growing startups to exchange future earnings for access to high-performance computing infrastructure. The strategy stemmed from the company’s ambition to become not just the dominant supplier of AI hardware […] The post Nvidia Pushes Deeper Into AI Economy With Revenue-Sharing Model for Startups appeared first on Tekedia.
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Catalyst Fund Reaches $30 Million Second Close to Scale Investment in Africa’s Climate Tech Startups
Catalyst Fund, an early-stage VC fund, has announced the successful completion of a $30 million second close, bringing on a new group of investors to further its mission of supporting Africa’s climate technology entrepreneurs. The latest funding round welcomes new investors, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC), FASA Fund by Investisseurs & Partenaires, Shell Foundation, […] The post Catalyst Fund Reaches $30 Million Second Close to Scale Investment in Africa’s Climate Tech Startups appeared first on Tekedia.
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs End 10-Day Outflow Streak as Bitcoin Surpasses $62,000
The cryptocurrency market regained momentum after U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded a combined $222 million in daily net inflows, bringing an end to a 10-day streak of capital outflows. The renewed investor interest coincided with Bitcoin climbing above the $62,000 mark, signaling a notable improvement in market sentiment. These developments suggest that institutional […] The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs End 10-Day Outflow Streak as Bitcoin Surpasses $62,000 appeared first on Tekedia.
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Good Shareholding, The Cap fits TAP, The Power Behind Cowry Card, Ije Card, etc
I first met them in a modest office on Adeola Odeku Street in Victoria Island, Lagos. They had a small piece of technology, but I was completely sold on the vision. Today, Touch and Pay (TAP) powers governments, enterprises, and millions of users across Nigeria. Olamide, Kabir Aderemi, and Michael set out to solve what […] The post Good Shareholding, The Cap fits TAP, The Power Behind Cowry Card, Ije Card, etc appeared first on Tekedia.
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Cloudflare Unveils Stablecoin Monetization Platform for the Modern Web
Cloudflare has announced the launch of a stablecoin monetization gateway, marking another significant step toward integrating blockchain-based payments into the broader internet economy. As one of the world’s leading internet infrastructure companies, Cloudflare powers millions of websites, applications, and online services. By introducing a gateway that enables stablecoin payments, the company aims to simplify digital […] The post Cloudflare Unveils Stablecoin Monetization Platform for the Modern Web appeared first on Tekedia.
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X Allocates $1 Million to Streamers as Venice Reaches $1 Billion Valuation with $65 Million Funding Round
The digital economy continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with technology platforms and artificial intelligence companies making strategic moves to attract creators, users, and investors. Two recent developments highlight these changing dynamics: X’s decision to allocate $1 million in rewards to streamers and Venice’s successful $65 million equity fundraising round, which values the AI […] The post X Allocates $1 Million to Streamers as Venice Reaches $1 Billion Valuation with $65 Million Funding Round appeared first on Tekedia.
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Delayed MicroStrategy Stock Filing Puts Kash Patel Under Ethics Spotlight
Questions surrounding financial transparency and ethics in public office have resurfaced after FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed a significant investment in MicroStrategy stock several months after completing the transaction. According to financial disclosure records, Patel purchased between $100,001 and $250,000 worth of MicroStrategy shares on November 21, 2025. However, the transaction was not reported until […] The post Delayed MicroStrategy Stock Filing Puts Kash Patel Under Ethics Spotlight appeared first on Tekedia.
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LemFi Expands Beyond Cross-Border Payments With Wealth8 Acquisition
LemFi, a financial service app, has expanded its footprint beyond cross-border payments with the acquisition of Wealth8, a Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)-regulated investment platform, marking a significant step in its evolution into a full-service financial platform. The acquisition enables LemFi to move beyond helping customers save and send money internationally, positioning the company to offer […] The post LemFi Expands Beyond Cross-Border Payments With Wealth8 Acquisition appeared first on Tekedia.
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U.S. Labor Market Cools as June Payrolls Miss 115K Consensus
June’s payroll report delivered an unwelcome surprise for investors, policymakers, and economists alike, with the economy adding just 57,000 jobs during the month. The figure fell significantly below the consensus forecast of 115,000 new positions and marked a notable slowdown from May’s revised gain of 129,000 jobs. The weaker-than-expected data has intensified concerns that the […] The post U.S. Labor Market Cools as June Payrolls Miss 115K Consensus appeared first on Tekedia.
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Binance Sees Lowest-Ever Retail Inflows Amid Changing Crypto Investor Sentiment
Daily retail inflows to Binance have fallen to their lowest level on record, marking a significant shift in cryptocurrency market participation. Binance remains the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, the decline in retail deposits suggests that smaller investors are becoming increasingly cautious after years of heightened volatility, regulatory scrutiny, and changing market dynamics. […] The post Binance Sees Lowest-Ever Retail Inflows Amid Changing Crypto Investor Sentiment appeared first on Tekedia.
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NVIDIA Returned Over 24,000% In The Last 10 Years, Why Stargate Should Be Your Next AI Bet Over DOGE & XRP
A decade ago, NVIDIA traded below $5. Today it has returned over 24,000% to anyone who held through the AI buildout, turning a $10,000 position into roughly $2.4 million. The company posted $58.3 billion in net income in a single quarter this year, more profit in 90 days than Intel generated in revenue across all […] The post NVIDIA Returned Over 24,000% In The Last 10 Years, Why Stargate Should Be Your Next AI Bet Over DOGE & XRP appeared first on Tekedia.
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Pick n Pay Bets on AI to Transform Grocery Shopping with ‘Penny’
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 […]
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Exabeam Expands Security Platform to Tackle Risks from Autonomous AI Agents
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 […]
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Nigerian startup takes top prize at UNDP’s pan-African edtech accelerator
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$1.44 billion raised in the first half of 2026
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Google Play to back 10 African game studios with $1 million fund
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The Thinking Company Launches ThinkOS to Improve Human Decision-Making in the AI Era
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 […]
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Alaa Hamadto on building through uncertainty and believing in Sudan again
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How unpaid salaries and vendor debts forced FoodCourt to pause operations
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👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – LemFi comes into Wealth
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Quick Fire 🔥 with Sheriff Adedokun
Meet Sheriff Adedokun, an entrepreneur and software builder with over a decade of experience scaling technology businesses across Africa and international markets.
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How to Learn Free Skills on Your Phone in 2026: The Complete Beginner’s Guide
How to Learn Free Skills on Your Phone in 2026: The Complete Beginner’s Guide Your smartphone is probably one of the most powerful learning tools you own. Yet for many people, it… TechCity
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Knowlix AI Launches an AI Teammate to Simplify SME Operations Across Africa
Knowlix AI has introduced an AI powered business platform designed to support small businesses across 29 African countries and several other markets worldwide. The Munich based startup said its platform enables businesses to manage customer relationships, invoicing, inventory, projects, and other back office operations from a single system. At launch, the platform will be available […] The post Knowlix AI Launches an AI Teammate to Simplify SME Operations Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.
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