Explore the dynamic startup ecosystem in Kenya, highlighting top investors and their contributions to innovation and growth across various sectors. The post 10 Top Investors in Startups in Kenya appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Artificial intelligence and robotics are transforming industries, and esports could be next. With Australia’s gaming sector generating over A$4 billion annually, AI-driven competitors are sparking debate. According to the Australian National University, machine learning efficiency has surged 60 percent over the past decade, enabling AI to process strategies at unmatched speeds. Online platforms such as […] The post Could Humanoid Robots Become Esports Players appeared first on Tekedia.

By allowing players to create real-world value using blockchain assets and cryptocurrencies, play-to- earn (P2E) gaming has completely changed the gaming industry. Driven by NFT gaming, decentralised finance (DeFi), and metaverse integration, Statista projects a global P2E sector growth reaching A$15.7 billion by 2025. Case in point, Royal Reels combines cryptocurrency-based games and safe transactions, […] The post Play-to-Earn Gaming & Crypto-Powered Worlds appeared first on Tekedia.

Coinbase Derivatives has taken a significant step toward expanding its offerings by filing an application with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to launch XRP Futures Contracts. The filing, announced on April 3, 2025, is a self-certification under CFTC Rule 40.2(a), which allows Coinbase to introduce these futures contracts without direct CFTC approval, provided […] The post The Launch of XRP Futures by Coinbase Derivatives Carries Several Implications appeared first on Tekedia.

JPMorgan has issued a stark warning that President Donald Trump’s newly proposed tariffs if fully implemented, could drive both the U.S. and the global economy into recession. The financial institution’s latest analysis points to significant economic risks associated with the policy, which would raise the effective U.S. tariff rate to 25%, the highest level in […] The post JPMorgan Warns Trump’s Tariffs Could Trigger, U.S., Global Recession as Stock Market Plunges appeared first on Tekedia.

WWJD bracelets, known for encapsulating the phrase “What Would Jesus Do,” have a special place in fashion and faith. These bracelets became popular in the 1990s as a reminder for individuals to act in a way that aligns with Jesus’ teachings. Creating your own WWJD bracelet at home offers a chance to infuse personal meaning into the […] The post DIY: Crafting Your Personal WWJD Bracelet at Home appeared first on Tekedia.

The Ukrainian Esports Federation (UESF) has entered a new phase of leadership and vision. Renowned Ukrainian entrepreneur and investor Maksym Krippa, known for his pivotal roles as the owner of esports powerhouse NAVI and production studio Maincast, has been officially appointed as the new president of UESF. This leadership transition reflects a broader strategic transformation […] The post Maksym Krippa Appointed President of UESF, Ushering in a New Era for Ukrainian Esports appeared first on Tekedia.

Nigeria’s budget deficit surged to N12.95 trillion in 2024, exceeding the government’s projection by 41%, as revenue shortfalls and rising expenditure widened the fiscal gap. This figure, captured in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Quarterly Economic Reports, reflects a 0.77% year-on-year increase from the N12.85 trillion deficit recorded in 2023, reinforcing concerns over the […] The post Nigeria’s Budget Deficit Hits N12.95tn in 2024, Overshooting Estimates by 41%: 2025 Budget Set to Follow the Same Path appeared first on Tekedia.

Invent, innovate and drive organizational transformation, performance, and growth. Capture emerging opportunities in changing markets while optimizing innovation and profitability. Digitally evolve your business or functional area, turning digital disruption into a competitive capability and advantage. Master the concepts of building category-king companies, and thrive, with Tekedia Mini-MBA. Go here and register for the June […] The post Our Product is Knowledge – Register for Tekedia Mini-MBA June 2025 Edition appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Treasury’s planned revelation of its Bitcoin holdings and its stance on including XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) in a national digital asset reserve on April 5, 2025, could have wide-ranging implications across financial, regulatory, and geopolitical spheres. Confirmation of the U.S. holding ~200,000 BTC ($17 billion at current prices) could spark a […] The post Tekedia Crypto and Blockchain Weekend Roundup appeared first on Tekedia.

GameStop, the video game retailer known for its role in the 2021 meme stock frenzy, has successfully completed a $1.5 billion offering of convertible senior notes as of April 1, 2025. The company plans to use a portion of the proceeds to acquire Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, marking a significant shift in its […] The post GameStop Completes Conversion of $1.5B Stocks to Bitcoin Investment appeared first on Tekedia.

Bybit recorded a remarkable recovery in March 2025, attracting $3.61 billion in capital inflows, outpacing Binance’s $3.545 billion for the same period. This surge came after a significant setback in February 2025, when Bybit suffered a major hack, losing approximately $1.5 billion in Ethereum due to a sophisticated attack linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group. […] The post Implications of Bybit Remarkable Recovery After February Hacks appeared first on Tekedia.

Sony Electronics Singapore has enabled USDC payments for online purchases through its Sony Store Online, in partnership with Crypto.com. This integration allows customers in Singapore to use the USDC stablecoin, which is pegged to the U.S. dollar, to buy Sony products directly via Crypto.com Pay. This marks Sony Singapore’s first step into accepting cryptocurrency transactions […] The post Sony Electronics Enables USDC Payments for Online Payments in Singapore appeared first on Tekedia.

AI has transitioned from a futuristic concept to a tangible profit-generating tool that companies are leveraging to grow revenue, optimize costs, and elevate productivity amid high inflationary pressures

Kenya’s BPO market is experiencing substantial growth, with revenues expected to hit US $272.10 million in 2025, reflecting an annual growth rate of 5.96%. This trend is set to result in a projected market volume of US $343.00 million by 2029. The Kenyan government is also working to create 1 million BPO/ITES jobs within the […] The post Kenya’s BPO Boom at Risk from Automation: AI Upskilling Needed appeared first on Tech In Africa.

As expected, the performance in March significantly impacted the overall numbers. In total, start-ups raised $460m in Q1 through $100k+ deals (excluding exits), which is only slightly below the Q1 2024 total of $486m, reflecting a 5% YoY decrease. However, it’s important to note that Q1 2024 itself was not a particularly strong quarter. In […] The post Start-ups Raise $460M in Q1 2025, with Fintech Leading Funding and Gender Disparity Persisting appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Mafab’s delayed launch leaves the 5G market as a two-horse race between MTN Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria, leaving consumers with limited options and setting back the government’s ambitions to deepen broadband access.

Without clear regulatory guidance, the country risks falling behind peers like Rwanda and missing opportunities for economic transformation and global competitiveness,.

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.

Earnipay, a financial technology (fintech) solution that provides flexible and on-demand salary access to income earners, has laid off a part of its workforce. The company’s CEO Nonso Onwuzuike describes the move as a “difficult but necessary” decision, noting that it is part of a strategic shift toward business lending, the company’s most profitable segment. […] The post Nigerian Fintech Earnipay Lays Off Staff Amid Shift to Business Lending Focus appeared first on Tekedia.

Amazon has submitted a last-minute bid to acquire TikTok, a Trump administration official revealed on Wednesday, just days before a U.S. ban on the popular social media platform is set to take effect. The bid adds another twist to the high-stakes negotiations over TikTok’s fate in the United States. The official, who spoke on the […] The post Amazon Joins Race for TikTok as U.S. Ban Deadline Nears—But Another Extension Seems Likely appeared first on Tekedia.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gemini Trust Company jointly requested a 60-day delay in their ongoing legal case from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. This request aims to allow both parties to explore a “potential resolution” to the lawsuit, which began in January 2023 when the […] The post The SEC and Gemini Jointly Requested for 60-Day Delay on Litigation appeared first on Tekedia.

As predictions fly about Ethereum reaching unprecedented levels and Ripple making significant gains, attention is turning to an emerging digital asset that could outshine them all. Amid the focus on the big players, this under-the-radar cryptocurrency may be gearing up to lead the next major market surge. It’s time to explore the potential frontrunner of […] The post ETH to $10K? XRP to $7? Don’t Miss the Altcoin That Could Dominate 2025’s Rally! appeared first on Tekedia.

Crypto investment and ownership have come a long way since 2009. Over 17,000 cryptocurrencies are available in the market. With the market volatility, crypto cloud mining is slowly overtaking crypto trading. Investors are shifting from owning crypto and waiting for the value to appreciate to make profits. With cloud mining, they can make stable daily […] The post 5 Best Cloud Mining Platforms For Passive Daily Crypto Earnings; ZA Miner Takes Lead With The Highest Profits in The Crypto Market appeared first on Tekedia.

Chinese automaker BYD continues to extend its dominance in the electric vehicle (EV) market, delivering a record-breaking 1,000,804 New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in the first quarter of 2025. This figure represents a 59.8% increase compared to the same period last year, highlighting BYD’s rapid ascent as the global leader in EV and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) […] The post BYD Sold Over 1m Vehicles in Q1 2025, Tesla Tumbled to 336,681, Widening the EV Market Gap appeared first on Tekedia.

Cet article est aussi disponible en français First published 30 March, 2025 Like millions of Lagosians, Samson endures the frustrating daily struggle of commuting in one of the city’s 75,000 rickety yellow buses, known as Danfos. But unlike other Lagosians, he decided to tackle one part of the problem—digitising payments in Nigeria’s informal transport sector—after […]

In today’s edition: Launchpad by Founders Connect is back with $9,500 in funding and over $30,000 in perks || Djamo just bagged $17M. Is Francophone Africa finally getting its moment? || Trump’s tit-for-tariff could cost Africa billions || 🚌 CNG fleet saves Shuttlers 29% on fares || Funding Tracker

While many projects promise scalability and decentralization, few achieve significant real-world impact. BlockDAG and Dragoin ($DDGN) pursue distinct paths in the crypto world: Dragoin embraces meme culture and gamified presales with engaging narratives. BlockDAG (BDAG), meanwhile, employs a unique DAG + PoW structure, ensures security with a Certik audit, and demonstrates robust support through its […] The post BlockDAG’s Beta Testnet Onboards 110,000 Users—Solana Drops to $112, & Pi Coin Falls 22% appeared first on Tekedia.

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has officially announced the launch of Send App in Ghana, marking a major step forward in secure and effortless international remittances. This launch enables users in Ghana to receive funds from abroad directly into their bank accounts or mobile money wallets, including MTN Mobile Money, Telecel Cash, and Airtel […] The post Flutterwave Launches SendApp in Ghana to Enhance Seamless International Transfers appeared first on Tekedia.

Blockchain is shifting gears. The focus is moving from speculation to real infrastructure. Ethena and Ondo are gaining attention by turning traditional financial concepts into on-chain assets—Ethena with its synthetic stablecoin and Ondo with tokenized securities. Ethena’s USDe supply has surged to 6 billion tokens, while Ondo’s total value locked (TVL) has climbed to $3.2 […] The post BlockDAG Beta Testnet Engages 110,000 Users & Raises $210.5M as Ethena Hits 6B Supply & Ondo Reaches $3.2B TVL appeared first on Tekedia.

Recent news of a potential 60% selloff of XRP has led smart traders to seek profitable alternatives in emerging crypto assets. Notably, WallitIQ (WLTQ) tops every investor’s list, as its ongoing presale presents the opportunity to buy tokens at a discounted price. XRP In Turmoil Due To Potential Selloff With XRP’s market cap at $123 […] The post Historic XRP 60% Selloff Looms, Why Smart Traders Are Doubling Down On WallitIQ (WLTQ) appeared first on Tekedia.

JP Morgan Seeks Merchant Banking Licence in Nigeria to Expand Local Operations JP Morgan Chase & Co. is making a strategic move to deepen its presence in Nigeria by applying… TechCity

Amazon Is Testing a New “Buy for Me” Feature That Uses AI to Simplify Third-Party Purchases Amazon is testing a new AI-powered shopping feature called “Buy for Me”, which allows users to purchase third-party… TechCity

Not all victories in the crypto sector lead to notable market impacts. Despite Ripple’s settlement with the SEC, XRP hasn’t risen above $2.50, and Solana’s recent advance past a key resistance level still relies on continued momentum. These instances show that both external achievements and technical indicators do not guarantees sustained market growth. On the […] The post BlockDAG Kicks Off Beta Testnet Aiming for 100+ Wallets—XRP Under $2.50, SOL Tests $160 Barrier appeared first on Tekedia.

Circle Internet Financial, the company behind the USDC stablecoin, is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) by the end of April 2025, targeting a valuation between $4 billion and $5 billion. This move marks Circle’s second attempt to go public, following a failed SPAC merger in 2022 that had valued the company at […] The post Evaluating Circle’s IPO Initiatives Valued at $5B appeared first on Tekedia.

The crypto market had plenty to talk about this week. The XRP lawsuit made headlines again after the SEC stepped back from its appeal, slightly easing the legal burden on Ripple while leaving some questions unanswered. Meanwhile, a fresh Dogecoin (DOGE) price analysis suggests the meme coin could be setting up for a big move, […] The post BlockDAG Keynote 3 Triggers Global 10K Miner Rollout Amid XRP Lawsuit Resolution & DOGE Rally appeared first on Tekedia.