China Lifts Ban on Boeing Deliveries as 90-Day Tariff Truce with U.S. Begins
In a major shift signaling thawing trade relations, China has officially lifted its freeze on accepting Boeing aircraft deliveries. This…
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Global Fund Managers Slash Dollar Exposure Amid U.S.-China Trade Thaw
In May, global fund managers marked their most significant retreat from the U.S. dollar since 2006, according to Bank of…
Trump Heads to Gulf With Bold Agenda: Oil, AI, Trade, and Nuclear Talks in Focus
President Donald Trump is heading to the Gulf for a high-stakes diplomatic visit, making stops in Saudi Arabia, the UAE,…
Apple to Tackle iPhone Battery Life with AI in iOS 19 Update
Apple is preparing to address one of the most common issues iPhone users face—battery life—by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into…
African deep tech innovation takes stage at summit
The second edition of the DeepTech Summit (DTS) was successfully held at the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) in Benguerir,…
Asian Markets Lose Steam as Trade War Truce Fails to Inspire Confidence
Asian stocks faltered and the U.S. dollar weakened on Tuesday, despite initial optimism around a 90-day pause in U.S.-China tariffs.…
U.S. and China Slash Tariffs in 90-Day Truce Amid Trade War Tensions
In a significant but temporary easing of trade tensions, the United States and China have agreed to reduce tariffs on…
OpenAI and Microsoft Rework Partnership Amid $57.9B Funding and IPO Talks
OpenAI and Microsoft are in the midst of high-level negotiations to reshape their multibillion-dollar partnership, with an eye on enabling…
US-China Agree to Slash Tariffs in Breakthrough Deal, Easing Global Economic Fears
In a major development, the United States and China have agreed to cut tariffs to a 10% baseline for 90…
SoftBank Group seen booking modest fourth quarter loss as Vision Fund suffers
SoftBank Group is expected to report a net loss of 26.9 billion yen ($184.4 million) for its fourth quarter, marking…
Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Report: Rise of the Frontier Firm Signals AI-Led Workforce Evolution
Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index, developed in collaboration with LinkedIn, introduces the concept of the “Frontier Firm”, a new type…
From Aid to Industry: How Africa’s Informal Sector and Youth Could Drive Inclusive Growth
For decades, many African nations have relied heavily on foreign aid to fund healthcare, education, and emergency relief. But in…
Nigeria Records 119,000 Data Breaches in Q1 2025 Amid Global Decline — Surfshark Report
In the first quarter of 2025, Nigeria recorded over 119,000 data breaches, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm…
US and China Reach Breakthrough Trade Deal in Geneva: Path Cleared for Economic Cooperation
After two days of tense negotiations in Geneva, the United States and China have reached a critical trade agreement that…
China Pressures U.S. to Scrap Tariffs Ahead of Crucial Switzerland Trade Talks
As the U.S. and China gear up for high-stakes trade negotiations in Switzerland, Beijing has called on Washington to demonstrate…
OpenAI Appoints Fidji Simo as CEO of Applications to Drive Global Operations and Growth
OpenAI has announced that Fidji Simo will become its new Chief Executive Officer of Applications, a role aimed at scaling…
Airtel Africa Gears Up for Airtel Money IPO, Projects H1 2026 Listing and Robust Financial Performance
Airtel Africa is making significant strides in its preparation for the IPO of Airtel Money, its mobile money service, with…
Microsoft Triumphs in FTC’s Appeal, Securing $69 Billion Activision Blizzard Acquisition
In a significant legal win for Microsoft, a federal appeals court ruled on May 7, 2025, to reject a challenge…
Trump Administration to Overturn Biden’s Global AI Chip Export Restrictions
The Trump administration is set to rescind and revise a Biden-era regulation that aimed to limit the global export of…
Global Markets Surge Amid Trade Deal Hopes and Fed Uncertainty
On Thursday, Asian shares saw a rise, driven by optimism surrounding a potential trade deal between the U.S. and Britain,…
African Startups Raise $803M in Early 2025, Signaling Strong Tech Sector Rebound
In a strong indication of recovery, African startups have collectively raised $803 million in funding between January and April 2025—a…
Oil Prices Rebound 3% as Demand Grows in Europe, China and U.S. Output Slows
Oil prices bounced back sharply on Tuesday, climbing roughly 3%, following signs of stronger energy demand in Europe and China…
Gmail Users Face Lockout Risk After Sophisticated Phishing Attack, Google Warns
Google has sounded the alarm for its 1.8 billion Gmail users, urging anyone affected by a recent password hack to…
Investors Flock to Bitcoin and Gold Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Trade Uncertainty
Investors are turning to traditional safe-haven assets like gold and digital alternatives like Bitcoin as geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty…
Africa Set to Lead Global Carbon Markets by 2025, Report Finds
A new report titled 2025 Africa Carbon Market Outlook (ACMO 25) reveals that Africa is on track to emerge as…
Bitcoin Soars Past $97K as China Unleashes $138 Billion Stimulus and Fed Signals Liquidity Shift
Bitcoin shot past $97,000 midweek before settling just below at $96,000, fueled by China’s massive $138 billion liquidity injection and…
OpenAI to Halve Microsoft Revenue Share Amid Corporate Restructuring
OpenAI has informed investors that it plans to significantly reduce the share of its revenue going to Microsoft as part…
US-China Trade Talks Signal De-escalation, But Breakthrough Unlikely
After weeks of speculation, it’s official: top U.S. and Chinese trade officials will meet this weekend in Geneva. But let’s…
Microsoft Officially Shuts Down Skype After 22 Years, Shifting Focus to Teams
Microsoft has officially ended support for Skype after 22 years of service, signaling a shift toward its more modern collaboration…
African Start-ups Raise $803M in Q1 2025 as Investor Confidence Rebounds
African start-ups raised a remarkable $803 million in Q1 2025 across 163 deals, marking a 43% increase from the same…