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Microsoft Partners with Chevron, Turns to Natural Gas to Power AI Ambitions in Major Shift From Clean-Energy Narrative
Microsoft is deepening its commitment to artificial intelligence infrastructure with plans to source electricity from a massive new 2.67-gigawatt natural gas power plant in West Texas, a move that highlights the growing tension between Big Tech’s AI expansion and its climate commitments. The project, known as Project Kilby, will be developed through a partnership between […] The post Microsoft Partners with Chevron, Turns to Natural Gas to Power AI Ambitions in Major Shift From Clean-Energy Narrative appeared first on Tekedia.
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SK Hynix Surpasses Samsung to Become South Korea’s Most Valuable Company
In one of the most dramatic corporate turnarounds in South Korea’s modern business history, SK Hynix has overtaken long-dominant Samsung Electronics to become the country’s most valuable listed company, a milestone powered almost entirely by its commanding position in the specialized memory chips fueling the artificial intelligence boom. This comes weeks after the chipmaker hit […] The post SK Hynix Surpasses Samsung to Become South Korea’s Most Valuable Company appeared first on Tekedia.
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Spiro Expands Africa’s EV Future With NewTrails Capital Investment, Total Round Reaches $270million
Spiro, an African electric vehicle (EV) company focused on advancing clean mobility across the continent, has secured an additional $55 million investment from NewTrails Capital. The fresh capital injection brings the company’s latest funding round to a total of $270 million, following an earlier announcement of a $215 million raise just days prior. According to […] The post Spiro Expands Africa’s EV Future With NewTrails Capital Investment, Total Round Reaches $270million appeared first on Tekedia.
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Bank of England Publishes Final Stablecoin Policy Framework as UK Enters New Political Era
The United Kingdom is entering a pivotal period marked by significant developments in both financial regulation and national politics. On one hand, the Bank of England has published its final policy framework for stablecoins, providing long-awaited clarity for the digital asset sector. On the other, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially stepped down, creating […] The post Bank of England Publishes Final Stablecoin Policy Framework as UK Enters New Political Era appeared first on Tekedia.
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Dangote Targets Nigeria’s Power Crisis With 20,000MW Generation Plan
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Kenya’s Wapi Pay Secures Canadian Licence to Drive Cross-Border Payments Between Africa and North America
Wapi Pay, one of the first leading Africa-Asia financial providers has expanded its global footprint into North America after securing a Money Services Business (MSB) licence in Canada. The regulatory approval enables the company to offer cross-border payment and remittance services in the Canadian market, marking a significant milestone in its international growth strategy. With […] The post Kenya’s Wapi Pay Secures Canadian Licence to Drive Cross-Border Payments Between Africa and North America appeared first on Tekedia.
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Jaredfromsubway.eth MEV Bot Exploited for Over $14M As Strategy Buys 520 BTC
The reported exploit of the Jaredfromsubway.eth MEV bot—resulting in losses exceeding $14 million—adds another volatile chapter to the increasingly adversarial landscape of on-chain execution markets. Miner Extractable Value (MEV), more broadly defined as the profit opportunity arising from transaction ordering, inclusion, or exclusion on blockchains like Ethereum, has evolved into a sophisticated arena where automated […] The post Jaredfromsubway.eth MEV Bot Exploited for Over $14M As Strategy Buys 520 BTC appeared first on Tekedia.
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Is US Classified Infrastructure Vulnerable to Rapid AI-driven Cyberattacks?
The reported NSA assessment that Mythos penetrated nearly all classified systems within hours marks one of the most severe conceptual breaches of modern cyber-defense doctrine. Whether interpreted as a literal intelligence leak, a simulated red-team exercise, or an amalgam of fragmented signals intelligence, the implication is the same: the traditional assumption of layered, compartmentalized resilience […] The post Is US Classified Infrastructure Vulnerable to Rapid AI-driven Cyberattacks? appeared first on Tekedia.
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AI Optimism Powers Stocks to Record Highs in Asia as Middle East Conflict Weighs on Currencies
Emerging Asian stock markets found solid ground on Monday, with Taiwan and South Korea leading sharp gains driven by artificial intelligence enthusiasm, even as regional currencies faced renewed pressure amid lingering uncertainty over the U.S.-Iran peace process. The MSCI Emerging Markets Asia index climbed more than 1.5%, hitting a fresh record high. The advance was […] The post AI Optimism Powers Stocks to Record Highs in Asia as Middle East Conflict Weighs on Currencies appeared first on Tekedia.
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Tether Winds Down aUSDT Amid Weak Market Demands
Tether’s decision to wind down aUSDT, its gold-backed stablecoin, marks an important moment in the evolving digital asset landscape. The move highlights a fundamental reality in financial markets: innovation alone is not enough to guarantee adoption. Despite the growing popularity of stablecoins and increasing interest in tokenized assets, aUSDT failed to generate the level of […] The post Tether Winds Down aUSDT Amid Weak Market Demands appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Use Screen Time Controls on iPhone in 2026 to Build Healthier Tech Habits
How to Use Screen Time Controls on iPhone in 2026 to Build Healthier Tech Habits Summer is supposed to be a time for relaxation, travel, hobbies, and spending more time with friends and… TechCity
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2026; The Year of Elections and Political Realignment with Geopolitical Upheaval and the Reshaping of Global Infrastructures
The year 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most politically significant periods in recent history. Across continents, voters are heading to the polls in unprecedented numbers, making it a year defined by democratic participation, political uncertainty, and shifting power dynamics. From established democracies to conflict-ridden regions, elections are becoming a central force […] The post 2026; The Year of Elections and Political Realignment with Geopolitical Upheaval and the Reshaping of Global Infrastructures appeared first on Tekedia.
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Inside Ona’s 13x Growth in Production AI Agent Usage
Ona agent sessions have grown 13x in production across some of the world’s most demanding institutions. Customers love the platform and are expanding more rapidly than ever before. What began as incremental improvements in agent orchestration quickly revealed a deeper architectural shift: systems that do not merely execute tasks, but continuously reason, adapt, and coordinate […] The post Inside Ona’s 13x Growth in Production AI Agent Usage appeared first on Tekedia.
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How Digital Tools Are Reshaping Industrial Equipment Sourcing
Sourcing industrial parts used to be painfully slow. You’d thumb through paper catalogues, place a dozen phone calls and wait days to get a quote back. Received the wrong part at your dock? Do it all over again. Today? Things look very different. Thanks to online resources, engineers, purchasers, and welders no longer spend days […] The post How Digital Tools Are Reshaping Industrial Equipment Sourcing appeared first on Tekedia.
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What 22 investors taught us so far in 2026: exits are the only thing that matters
Here is what the past six months of Ask an Investor have taught us and what founders should take from it.
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Goldman Sachs Warns Southeast Asia Faces Emerging Food Inflation Threat as Oil Shock, Fertilizer Costs, and El Niño Risks Converge
Southeast Asia could be heading toward a fresh bout of food inflation as rising energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict, higher fertilizer prices, and the growing threat of a strong El Niño event combine to create what analysts see as a potentially significant supply shock for the region’s food system. A new report […] The post Goldman Sachs Warns Southeast Asia Faces Emerging Food Inflation Threat as Oil Shock, Fertilizer Costs, and El Niño Risks Converge appeared first on Tekedia.
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Britain Unveils ÂŁ50m Critical Minerals Drive to Challenge Supply Chain Risks and Reduce Dependence on China
Britain is launching a new £50 million ($66 million) investment programme to strengthen domestic critical minerals production, deepen supply chain security, and reduce dependence on overseas suppliers, particularly China, as competition for strategic resources intensifies globally. The funding package, announced on Monday, marks the latest step in the government’s broader effort to secure access to […] The post Britain Unveils £50m Critical Minerals Drive to Challenge Supply Chain Risks and Reduce Dependence on China appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Holds Lending Rates Steady for 13th Month as Policymakers Prioritize Targeted Support Over Broad Easing
China’s central bank left its benchmark lending rates unchanged for the 13th consecutive month in June, signaling that authorities are in no hurry to deliver broad monetary stimulus despite persistent weakness in domestic demand and a deepening divergence in the world’s second-largest economy. The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) kept the one-year loan prime rate […] The post China Holds Lending Rates Steady for 13th Month as Policymakers Prioritize Targeted Support Over Broad Easing appeared first on Tekedia.
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Musk Predicts AI Will Trigger Severe Deflation, Proposes Direct Payments to Citizens Over Government AI Equity Stakes
Elon Musk has outlined a provocative vision for the future of the United States economy shaped by advanced AI and robotics. The tech mogul pushed back against a proposal that would see the US government acquire equity stakes in leading artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI, Anthropic, and his own xAI to form a sovereign wealth […] The post Musk Predicts AI Will Trigger Severe Deflation, Proposes Direct Payments to Citizens Over Government AI Equity Stakes appeared first on Tekedia.
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Impact of Rising Global Energy, Insurance, and Shipping Costs on Domestic Economies
The global economy is deeply interconnected, meaning that disruptions in one region can have significant consequences for countries thousands of miles away. In recent years, escalating tensions in the Middle East have contributed to rising global energy costs, increased marine insurance premiums, and higher shipping expenses. These developments have created ripple effects across international trade […] The post Impact of Rising Global Energy, Insurance, and Shipping Costs on Domestic Economies appeared first on Tekedia.
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China Retaliates Against U.S. Blacklists With New Restrictions on Dozens of American Companies
China has imposed fresh restrictions on dozens of American companies, targeting rare earth producers, drone manufacturers, and defense contractors in response to Washington’s latest effort to blacklist Chinese technology firms with alleged links to the country’s military. The measures, announced Monday by Beijing, highlight the increasingly entrenched nature of the U.S.-China economic and technology confrontation, […] The post China Retaliates Against U.S. Blacklists With New Restrictions on Dozens of American Companies appeared first on Tekedia.
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Navigating the AI Frontier: Why Nigeria is Rewriting Its Data Protection Act for the Era of Algorithms, Artificial General Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
The world is in the midst of a technological transformation unlike any it has experienced before. Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, robotics, big data analytics, and emerging autonomous systems are rapidly changing the way societies function, how businesses operate, and how governments deliver services. Algorithms now influence decisions that affect employment opportunities, access to credit, […] The post Navigating the AI Frontier: Why Nigeria is Rewriting Its Data Protection Act for the Era of Algorithms, Artificial General Intelligence and Emerging Technologies appeared first on Tekedia.
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A Cutthroat Hunger Games for AI Compute Is Rapidly Approaching
The global race for artificial intelligence supremacy is entering a new phase, one defined not by algorithms alone but by access to computing power. As AI models become larger, more sophisticated, and increasingly integrated into economic and national security strategies, a fierce competition for computational resources is emerging. What was once a technical challenge for […] The post A Cutthroat Hunger Games for AI Compute Is Rapidly Approaching appeared first on Tekedia.
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Nairobi’s NIFC Deepens Partnership with ChainBLX to Build Africa’s AI Innovation Pipeline
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African VC Enters Liquidity Phase as Launch Africa Returns $2.5M to Investors
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AI Is Coming for Consultants. The Industry’s Biggest Challenge May Be Convincing Clients It Still Adds Value
Artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape one of the corporate world’s most influential industries, with entrepreneur and investor Kevin O’Leary arguing that many consulting services are already being displaced by AI tools that can perform similar analytical work at a fraction of the cost. Speaking on The Founder’s Mindset Podcast, the “Shark Tank” investor said […] The post AI Is Coming for Consultants. The Industry’s Biggest Challenge May Be Convincing Clients It Still Adds Value appeared first on Tekedia.
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Best Hotel in Mykonos for Guest-First Hospitality and Peaceful Stays
Mileo Mykonos is building a quieter version of luxury on one of Greece’s most admired islands, where service, comfort, and ease matter as much as the view. The property presents itself as the best hotel in Mykonos for travelers who want refinement without noise, privacy without distance, and hospitality that feels polished without becoming stiff. […] The post Best Hotel in Mykonos for Guest-First Hospitality and Peaceful Stays appeared first on Tekedia.
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After two decades, Nigeria’s 3G era is nearing its final call
MTN Group, the continent’s largest operator, plans to shut down some of its 3G networks before 2030 as telcos across Africa move customers to newer technologies such as 4G and 5G.
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1Win Jackpot Guide for a 250,000,000 TZS Prize
A 250,000,000 TZS jackpot turns a normal gaming session into a high-value target. On 1Win tz, the route to that prize starts with a verified account, a funded balance, and a clear understanding of eligible jackpot play. The player cannot control the result, but the player can control preparation, product choice, stake size, and account […] The post 1Win Jackpot Guide for a 250,000,000 TZS Prize appeared first on Tekedia.
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Before You Buy Dangote Refinery Shares, Do the Math
Question: Someone is offering shares of Dangote Refinery at $0.70 per share, claiming to have acquired them during a private placement at $0.35 per share. Many people in my WhatsApp group are interested because they believe the shares could rise to $1.00 per share when the company eventually goes public. Is that a good deal? […] The post Before You Buy Dangote Refinery Shares, Do the Math appeared first on Tekedia.
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Rupee Faces Fresh Test as Dollar Strength and Fragile Iran Truce Reignite Global Market Uncertainty
The Indian rupee enters the new trading week at a critical juncture, with investors weighing the benefits of lower oil prices against a resurgent U.S. dollar and growing uncertainty surrounding the implementation of the fragile U.S.-Iran peace agreement. After posting its strongest weekly gain in nearly three months, the rupee’s next move is likely to […] The post Rupee Faces Fresh Test as Dollar Strength and Fragile Iran Truce Reignite Global Market Uncertainty appeared first on Tekedia.
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How to Enable Developer Mode on iPhone iOS 27 Beta (2026)
Developer Mode on iPhone is an essential setting for developers, testers, and advanced users who need to install test builds, run debugging tools, or use development environments like Xcode. Starting from recent iOS versions, including iOS 27 Beta, Apple has made this feature more secure, which is why many users are unable to find it […]
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The Business Case for AI-Generated Fashion Content
A quiet labor dispute has evolved into a broader argument about authenticity, automation, and the future of retail imagery. At the center of the controversy is a growing reliance on generative systems that can produce hyper-realistic apparel campaigns without the cost, scheduling, or unpredictability of human talent. For retailers like Rainbow Shops the tension is […] The post The Business Case for AI-Generated Fashion Content appeared first on Tekedia.
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Food Prices, Fuel Costs, and the Return of Inflationary Pressure in Nigeria
Nigeria’s inflation rate has climbed to 15.93 percent, marking the third consecutive month of increases and raising fresh concerns about the country’s economic stability. The persistent rise in consumer prices highlights the challenges facing households, businesses, and policymakers as they navigate a difficult economic environment characterized by currency pressures, high transportation costs, and structural supply […] The post Food Prices, Fuel Costs, and the Return of Inflationary Pressure in Nigeria appeared first on Tekedia.
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The Global Impact of Silicon Valley’s Dominance in Artificial Intelligence
Silicon Valley’s dominance in the development of first-generation large language models (LLMs) and the operation of massive GPU-powered data centers has become one of the defining technological realities of the twenty-first century. Companies headquartered in the region have established an overwhelming lead in artificial intelligence by combining access to talent, capital, computing infrastructure, and research […] The post The Global Impact of Silicon Valley’s Dominance in Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Tekedia.
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