Tag Archives: Walmart

12Mar/26

Visa vs. Mastercard: The High-Stakes Battle for the Future of Programmable Money

Defending the Rails: How Mastercard’s Multi-Token Network is Countering the $27 Trillion Stablecoin Threat

March 12, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Mastercard has officially launched its Crypto Partner Program, an initiative uniting over 85 digital asset firms, traditional banks, and fintechs—including Binance, Ripple, PayPal, and Circle—to seamlessly integrate blockchain technology into the global financial system. The program aims to transition cryptocurrencies from speculative investments into practical utilities, focusing specifically on accelerating cross-border remittances, business-to-business (B2B) money transfers, and global payout infrastructure.

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22Jan/26

Temi Coker: Weaving Nigerian Heritage into Modern Home Decor

Jan. 21, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Multidisciplinary artist Temi Coker is launching an exclusive home decor collection at Walmart that blends his Nigerian heritage with modern design. This eighteen-piece series features textured vases and woven patterns inspired by Black culture and traditional African textiles. By partnering with a major retailer, Coker intends to make these culturally significant heirlooms both affordable and accessible to a wide audience. The items, which include 3D-printed pieces made in the United States, serve as a bridge between his childhood in Lagos and his current life in Dallas. Ultimately, the collaboration aims to democratise style by offering high-quality, meaningful art for the everyday living room. Continue reading

26Dec/24

ONE® Flex®: The World’s First Condom Enhanced with Graphene Now Available at Walmart

ONE® Flex® Condoms, the world’s first condom enhanced with the wonder material graphene, is now available at select Walmart stores and Walmart.com. Building on its online sales success since its market debut in October 2023, ONE Flex is further expanding its reach by bringing this revolutionary condom technology to Walmart shoppers. Continue reading

29Oct/22

Elon Musk takes Twitter private – here’s what that means for the company and its chances of success

Elon Musk has said he intends to complete his purchase of Twitter after earlier trying to wriggle out of the deal.
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Erik Gordon, University of Michigan

Elon Musk has finally completed his US$44 billion deal to acquire Twitter and take it private.

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