Indian AI startup Runable has raised $21 million in a Series A round as it expands from AI-powered website and app creation into a more ambitious market: using autonomous agents to help small businesses find customers, run marketing campaigns and generate revenue. The Bengaluru-based company said the funding round was co-led by Susquehanna Venture Capital […] The post Indian AI Startup Runable Raises $21m to Move Beyond Software Creation and Automate Customer Growth appeared first on Tekedia.

Canada will impose retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion of annual U.S. imports from Sept. 8, matching the latest U.S. duties dollar-for-dollar while unveiling a C$7.5 billion support package for businesses and workers affected by the escalating trade dispute. The counter-tariffs will range from 15% to 50% and cover roughly 700 products imported from the […] The post Canada Retaliates With Tariffs on $20bn of U.S. Imports As Trade War With Trump Escalates appeared first on Tekedia.

We have built advanced capital market technologies for the world. Whether you are establishing a commodity exchange, metals and minerals exchange, digital-assets and real-world-assets exchange, or securities exchange, Contisx Mint provides the infrastructure to power your market. From pre-trade operations and order execution to clearing, settlement, depository services, surveillance and regulatory reporting, we deliver integrated, […] The post Contisx Mint: Advanced Infrastructure for the Future of Global Markets appeared first on Tekedia.

U.S. consumer inflation accelerated slightly in July, with the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge rising more than economists expected and keeping pressure on policymakers as they weigh when to adjust interest rates. The personal consumption expenditures price index increased 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis in July, lifting annual inflation to 3.7%, according to data […] The post U.S. Inflation Rises More Than Expected In July As Spending Strengthens, Complicating Fed Rate Outlook appeared first on Tekedia.

Bill Gates has warned that the rapid development of artificial intelligence could trigger widespread economic and social disruption, noting that governments and institutions are not adequately preparing for a technology that could displace workers across large parts of the economy. The Microsoft co-founder said AI could become either the “greatest equalizer ever invented” or “the […] The post Bill Gates Warns AI Could Become The “Greatest Equalizer Ever Invented” Or “The Worst Source Of Injustice,” As Govts Lack a Plan For Its Consequences appeared first on Tekedia.

Saudi Aramco has offered additional crude for September loading outside the Strait of Hormuz, seeking to maintain exports to Asian buyers while the U.S.-Iran war continues to disrupt traffic through the strategic waterway, according to four sources cited by Reuters. The state oil giant has begun a second consecutive week of sales of Arab Medium […] The post Saudi Aramco Expands Offshore Oil Sales Outside Hormuz with China-bound Cargoes appeared first on Tekedia.

Table of contents Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at a glance Release date Price Specs Redmi Note 17 vs Redmi Note 17 Pro vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max How it compares to the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ Where to buy the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max Frequently asked questions Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note […]

Starting a business from scratch requires building a brand name from zero. Buying into an established system offers a recognized shortcut for ambitious operators. This business model connects independent operators with tested operational systems. Understanding how these relationships function helps prospective owners choose the right path forward. Understanding The Core Franchise Concept The underlying framework […] The post Breaking Down Franchising: How It Works appeared first on Tekedia.

Table of contents Sony Xperia 10 VIII release date Sony Xperia 10 VIII price Is the Sony Xperia 10 VIII Worth the price? Sony Xperia 10 VIII specs What’s new in the Sony Xperia 10 VIII Where to buy the Sony Xperia 10 VIII FAQs Sony has announced the Xperia 10 VIII, and you now […]

Global digital payment transaction value is projected to reach $37.45 trillion in 2026, according to Statista. That scale explains why multi-gateway routing has stopped being optional for companies processing payments across more than one market. Payment orchestration platforms have moved from a niche tool for hyper-growth enterprises into standard infrastructure for anyone dealing with cross-border volume, subscription […] The post Payment Orchestration Platforms Compared: A Neutral Breakdown [2026] appeared first on Tekedia.

For many small businesses, success is not necessarily about attracting millions of followers or reaching the largest possible audience. Sometimes, the most valuable asset a brand can build is a much smaller group of people who genuinely care about what it offers. These groups, often described as micro-communities, can become powerful engines for loyalty, growth, […] The post Why Micro-Communities Can Build Mainstream Brands appeared first on Tekedia.

Meta Platforms has agreed to pay as much as $16.68 billion and introduce significant changes to Facebook and Instagram to settle allegations by U.S. states that the company designed its platforms to encourage addictive use among children, misled consumers about their safety, and improperly collected children’s personal information. The agreement announced Wednesday resolves claims brought […] The post Meta Agrees to Up to $16.7bn Settlement With U.S. States Over Youth Safety and Privacy Claims appeared first on Tekedia.

Nvidia’s earnings have become far more consequential than a routine corporate results report, with CNBC’s Jim Cramer warning that the chipmaker’s performance could influence sentiment across the stock market because of its central role in the global artificial intelligence buildout. “Nvidia’s truly become anything but ordinary, it’s all-important, and it’s the ultimate battleground,” Cramer said […] The post Cramer Warns Nvidia Earnings Are Becoming a Barometer for the Entire AI Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he underestimated how quickly artificial intelligence would reshape businesses and displace established software products, acknowledging that companies have been far slower to change their habits than the technology’s rapid development initially suggested. In an interview with David Senra published Sunday, Altman said he had expected the release of GPT-4 in […] The post Sam Altman Says He Underestimated How Slowly AI Would Disrupt The Economy appeared first on Tekedia.

Nvidia’s near-monopoly over advanced artificial intelligence chips is coming under increasing pressure as OpenAI and other major technology companies develop custom semiconductors designed to reduce their reliance on the chip giant, analysts told CNBC. OpenAI unveiled its first AI chip, Jalapeño, on Tuesday and said initial testing showed “industry-leading speed and efficiency.” Developed in partnership […] The post OpenAI’s Jalapeño Puts Nvidia’s AI Chip Dominance Under Pressure appeared first on Tekedia.

Unitree, China’s best-known humanoid robot maker, has lost roughly 45% of its market value since a spectacular Shanghai debut, raising fresh concerns about speculative excess, retail investor losses, and the way China prices high-profile technology IPOs. The sharp reversal has wiped about $30 billion from Unitree’s valuation after the company briefly reached roughly $66 billion […] The post Unitree’s 45% Share Plunge Exposes Risks Behind China’s AI Robotics Frenzy appeared first on Tekedia.

The tech landscape is undergoing a monumental shift. Gone are the days when building functional software required years of computer science education or months of painstaking syntax debugging. Today, creators, entrepreneurs and non-technical founders are building complex applications simply by speaking to AI in plain English. This revolutionary paradigm is called “vibe coding.” If you […]

Nigeria-based venture capital firm Ventures Platform has raised $84 million for its second fund, giving the investor more capital — and a wider geographic mandate — to back technology startups across Africa. The oversubscribed fund represents a significant step up from Ventures Platform’s first institutional fund, which closed at $46 million in 2022. While the […] The post Ventures Platform Raises $84M Fund II to Expand Early-Stage Investing Across Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | August 26, 2026, 4:40 PM Key Points Main Story The Government of Ghana has declined a proposed GHS20 million donation from MTN Ghana to support Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the decision in a statement issued in Accra on August 26, […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Many business owners only think about hiring a lawyer when something has already gone wrong: a lawsuit arrives, a major customer refuses to pay, or a dispute with a business partner threatens the company. But waiting until a legal problem becomes a crisis can be costly. A business lawyer can help identify risks early, protect […]

By Annette Ikponmwonba | August 26, 2026 Keypoints Main Story MTN Group has moved closer to completing its proposed $6.2bn acquisition of IHS Towers after Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission granted conditional approval for the transaction, The approval removes a major regulatory hurdle for the deal, which would give MTN full ownership of […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Organisations need to move procurement fraud prevention closer to the point where suspicious activity occurs, rather than relying primarily on investigations after money has already been lost, according to SAS and FACTS Consulting. The call follows SAS’s Continuous Monitoring for Procurement Integrity client session held at its Johannesburg offices on 19 August, where the discussion […]