The crypto world is buzzing as three major names, BlockDAG (BDAG), Ethereum (ETH), and Sui (SUI), take center stage this week. Excitement builds for the Binance x BlockDAG LIVE AMA set for 3 PM UTC on Friday, drawing widespread attention toward the project’s $1 long-term target. At the same time, Ethereum’s price outlook turns brighter […] The post Countdown to Binance x BlockDAG AMA: $1 Goal Takes Center Stage as Ethereum Nears $8K and Sui Slides appeared first on Tekedia.

Recent updates around the Celestia (TIA) price movement and Kaspa (KAS) price outlook show how quickly momentum can fade in crypto. Celestia remains near the $1 range after months of steady decline, while Kaspa’s predictions suggest potential dips toward $0.04, even with strong community support. Both stories show the same pattern: advanced technology alone isn’t […] The post BlockDAG Rises as 2025’s 1000x Crypto While Kaspa and Celestia Lose Steam Ahead of the Big Binance AMA Event appeared first on Tekedia.

The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has formally designated Apple and Google as holding “strategic market status” (SMS) within their respective mobile ecosystems, marking one of the most consequential regulatory actions in recent years aimed at curbing the dominance of the two companies in the smartphone sector. The designation, announced on Wednesday, covers […] The post U.K. Regulator Grants Apple and Google “Strategic Market Status,” Signaling Tighter Oversight of Mobile Platforms appeared first on Tekedia.

A long-simmering tension within the Ethereum ecosystem erupted into public view when Péter Szilágyi, the former lead developer of Go-Ethereum (Geth)—Ethereum’s primary execution client—resurfaced a private letter he sent to Ethereum Foundation (EF) leadership in May 2024. In it, Szilágyi detailed his frustrations with the Foundation’s compensation practices, centralization dynamics, and overall treatment of key […] The post Ethereum Foundation Faces Backlash Over Low Pay for Core Devs appeared first on Tekedia.

Barclays Plc on Wednesday surprised investors with the announcement of a £500 million ($670 million) share buyback and an upgrade to its key profitability target for 2025, as confidence in its cost-cutting measures and steady income outweighed fresh provisions tied to a motor finance mis-selling scandal and a weak showing from its investment bank. The […] The post Barclays Lifts Profit Target and Launches £500m Buyback Amid Scandal Provisions and Investment Bank Weakness appeared first on Tekedia.

The launch of ChatGPT Go marks a major shift in OpenAI’s strategy to reach more users globally,.

In an emailed response to TechCabal, the company’s CEO, Muyiwa Matuloku, confirmed the layoffs, noting that only a small number of roles were affected.

In 2025, Microsoft researchers uncovered that people were 4.5 times more likely to click on a phishing email when it was written by an AI than when it was composed by a human.

Zoho Expands AI Access with Free Agentic Tools for Businesses Zoho, a global technology company, today announced the launch of new agentic AI features across three key product… TechCity

Where six ride-hailing apps have launched and failed, Shilu-ANA is a symbol of local ingenuity in one of the world's newest countries.

Collaboration, trust, and local relevance are what it would take to building Africa’s payments superhighway

Internal data from Yoola, a global digital media company and multi-channel network, shows that views from Nigeria have increased by 80% since last year.

The year is 2025, and you shouldn’t be stuck with a phone that needs to be recharged every 3 to 4 hours. Today’s smartphones not only pack performance but also long-lasting batteries optimised by AI-driven power management and efficient chipsets.  Below, we will dive deep into the best smartphones of 2025 with exceptional battery life. […]

The Republic of Guinea has finalized a significant GDP rebasing exercise, conducted by the National Institute of Statistics (INS) under the oversight of the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation. Supported by the IMF, World Bank, African Development Bank, and AFRISTAT, the revision shows a 51.2% increase in GDP, offering a more precise and comprehensive […] The post Guinea’s GDP Rebasing Marks a Milestone in Economic Transparency and National Development Vision appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Following the establishment of a regulatory framework for crypto assets, the Nigerian government is now focusing on stablecoins—digital tokens tied to real-world currencies and regarded as a more stable substitute for conventional cryptocurrencies. Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso revealed the formation of a working group tasked with exploring how the nation could […] The post Nigeria Moves to Regulate Stablecoins to Boost Fintech and Safeguard Monetary Stability appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Ghana is working swiftly to implement formal cryptocurrency regulations by the end of December, underscoring a wider effort across Africa to manage a rapidly expanding digital asset market that currently lacks clear oversight. However, the initiative carries a notable paradox, as the central bank is developing a legal framework for a multi-billion-dollar industry before assembling […] The post Ghana Accelerates Cryptocurrency Regulation Amid Capacity Gaps and Regional Competition appeared first on Tech In Africa.

DHL Group has unveiled plans to invest over EUR 300 million across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), reinforcing its enduring dedication to one of the world’s most rapidly expanding trade regions. The multi-year investment will cover DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL Supply Chain, focusing on expanding infrastructure, improving service efficiency, and enabling businesses in e-commerce, […] The post DHL Group Invests Over EUR 300 Million to Strengthen Trade and Connectivity Across Sub-Saharan Africa appeared first on Tech In Africa.

For the past six years, Tsado and his teams at Alliance4AI, a global non-profit pushing adoption of AI in Africa, and Udutech, an African artificial intelligence infrastructure and implementation company, have been quietly laying the foundation for what they call Africa’s “AI backbone.”

A High Court in Nairobi, Kenya has suspended key sections of a cybercrime act that critics say threaten online freedoms. 

In today's edition: ANKA gets acquired || Inside Mogo’s legal storm || Zepz launches stablecoin payments || Paratus Group goes to Rwanda || There Should Be An App For That 📱

While MultiChoice will revise decoder prices in South Africa, here are the latest DStv subscription prices across key African markets.

The tech giant has rolled out three AI-powered tools: Video Reach Campaign (VRC), Video View Campaign (VVC), and Demand Gen.

Africa’s cultural and creative industries could contribute over $20 billion to GDP each year, yet only a fraction of that returns to creators due to weak business models and limited access to financing. 

Mogo Auto Ltd, a Kenyan buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) firm popular among gig workers, has been hit with a class action lawsuit over alleged predatory and unfair lending practices, in a case that could have far-reaching implications for the country’s fast-growing asset financing market.

3D animator, Uchenna Gilbert Okiya, is creating opportunities for marginalised Nigerians to learn 3D animation and graphics.

Lebara, a global Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), has commenced a major recruitment drive in Nigeria as it prepares to launch its MVNO services.

Imagine backing one of Africa’s quietest giants before the crowd caught on. Today, that small company is now worth over $1 billion.

Starlink and 5G are both pacesetters in internet connectivity, with both offering low latency and fast internet connection up to 500 Mbps. Nowadays, staying connected is crucial, and having a dependable Internet Service Provider (ISP) is more important than ever.  Imagine you’re in Lagos, trying to upload a large file, or maybe you’re in Nairobi, […]

The GSM Association (GSMA), in partnership with six of Africa’s biggest mobile operators—Airtel Africa, Axian Telecom, Ethio Telecom, MTN, Orange, and Vodacom—has unveiled a proposal to set minimum specifications for affordable entry-level 4G smartphones. 

Smartphone giant OPPO officially unveiled its latest innovation, the OPPO A6 Pro, at an exclusive launch event held at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, marking another milestone in the brand’s commitment to delivering power, durability, and sleek design to Nigerian consumers. The highly anticipated launch drew tech enthusiasts, media personalities, and OPPO brand partners, who gathered […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Refurbished tech is not entirely new or a big deal in every part of the world, Africa-inclusive. For a fact, a lot of Africans purposely go for refurbished tech, but some are sold fake gadgets repackaged as refurbished by dubious vendors (would make a good story for another day). Owning refurbished tech offers a practical […]

ANKA, an Ivorian e-commerce startup that raised $13 million, has been acquired by GlobalShopCo, a New York-based fashion company, for an undisclosed amount. 

Wrapped CBDC, issuer of the naira-backed cNGN stablecoin, has earned ₦15.3 million in returns from its reserve investments, turning idle cash into yield-bearing assets like money market funds and treasury bills.

"No one can build for Africans like Africans. Our taste bud is just very different," Ololade said.

In today's edition: Moniepoint’s $90 billion glow up || South Africa’s Optasia on a unicorn march || MultiChoice slashes decoder prices || Only 772 GTCO employees earn above ₦1m ($682) || Hot Take ☕

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, signalling what appears to be an impending cabinet reshuffle. In a letter transmitted to the Senate for confirmation, President Tinubu requested legislative approval for Doro’s appointment. Though the communication did not specify the portfolio, sources […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.