- In recent years, there has been a widespread surge in AI popularity as companies aim to create and uphold their own AI models using user-generated content and data, often without user consent, and LinkedIn has now jumped on this bandwagon. LinkedIn, owned by Microsoft, which also owns ChatGPT…
- Tatu Telecom, Tatu City’s telecommunications company, announced today that it has connected over 1,000 customers to its high-speed fibre optic network. The company has also revealed that it has completed the installation of 85,000 metres of fibre optic cable infrastructure. In a statement, Tatu…
- Safaricom and Mastercard have signed a partnership with an aim to accelerate the adoption of payment acceptance and cross-border remittance services in Kenya. This collaboration is set to benefit over 636,000 merchants using Safaricom’s mobile money service, M-Pesa. Leveraging M-Pesa’s extensive…
- Blockchain-enabled platform, Tether, has announced a strategic investment of $1.5 million (Sh. 193.4 million) in Sorted Wallet, a platform designed to provide easy access to cryptocurrencies for users in emerging markets. This investment aims to enhance financial inclusion across Africa and…
- With growing competition from local and international internet service providers and consumer pressure, Safaricom has upgraded its offerings under its Home Fiber program. It’s worth noting that Starlink’s launch in Kenya has doubled the satellite internet user count. Safaricom, Zuku, and Telkom in…
- OPPO has announced the launch of the A3 series in the country, including the A3 and the A3x devices. OPPO’s latest smartphones in the country are the most budget-friendly yet, featuring a 6.67-inch screen with 1000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The devices are equipped with Snapdragon 6s…
- OPPO has announced the launch of the A3 series in the country, including the A3 and the A3x devices. OPPO’s latest smartphones in the country are the most budget-friendly yet, featuring a 6.67-inch screen with 1000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The devices are equipped with Snapdragon 6s…
- Kenya’s leading telecommunications company Safaricom has partnered with a consortium of companies for an Integrated Healthcare Information Technology System (IHTS System) in Kenya. Safaricom will lead a consortium that includes Apeiro Ltd and Konvergenz Network Solutions Ltd to provide IHITS.…
- Kenya’s leading telecommunications company Safaricom has partnered with a consortium of companies for an Integrated Healthcare Information Technology System (IHTS System) in Kenya. Safaricom will lead a consortium that includes Apeiro Ltd and Konvergenz Network Solutions Ltd to provide IHITS.…
- LOOP app DISCOVER: We all love a bargain, especially when shopping online. The thrill of finding a great deal or getting a discount on a product or service we’ve had our eye on for a long time appeals to all of us. With the rise of e-commerce in Kenya and the increase in the number …
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- A recent survey across Africa by KnowBe4 reveals that 84% of respondents rely on social media as their primary news source, with 80% favouring Facebook; This heavy dependence on social platforms for information is concerning, particularly as disinformation continues to rise. With 19 African…
- Safaricom PLC and Google have teamed up to offer financial and digital literacy training to small businesses in Kenya’s Migori County. The initiative aims to empower local entrepreneurs by equipping them with essential knowledge and skills to manage and grow their businesses. The training covered a…
- In February last year, LOOP App unveiled a completely new look with even more features and offering solutions for both Buyers (Consumers) and sellers (merchants). When the app first went live in 2017, it sought to transform banking with a solution that would see those who wanted a financial partner…
- The Kenya Records Managers and Archivists Association (KARMA) has announced that the 8th Annual Conference will be held from November 4 to 8, 2024. Themed “From Digital to Digital Transformation”, this year’s event aims to be a central forum to advance the future of records and archives management…
- The Central Bank of Kenya’s 2023 Banking Sector Innovation Survey revealed that cyber-risk is the most significant challenge for financial institutions in their innovation efforts. According to the survey, nearly 91% of Kenyan financial institutions experienced at least one cyberattack in 2022.…
- LG Electronics East Africa and Opalnet Ltd have announced a month-long clearance sale at LG-Opalnet Brandshop, Kenrail Towers, Westlands. Running through to 30th of September, this exclusive sale features substantial discounts on a wide range of LG products, including home entertainment systems,…
- In this latest episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we speak with David Mwaniki, a Senior Manager at Kenya Airways (KQ), ON how the airline is investing in technology. The episode was recorded during the AWS Summit in Johannesburg last month. At the summit, AWS announced its ambitious plans to drive…
- Bolt has awarded 10 drivers and couriers with Sh289,519 seed funding each for showcasing their innovative solutions related to smart mobility. The drivers were awarded following the culmination of the Bolt Accelerator Program launched in April this year. The program beneficiaries were invited to…
- Digital detox: Daisy Koech was so angry that she repossessed a smartphone her husband had gifted her 12-year-old daughter. Daisy’s anger was after discovering that her daughter was spending most of her night time online. She was concerned that her daughter had installed apps that were taking away…
- IBM and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have introduced new interactive energy models on UNDP’s global GeoHub platform. These leverage tools such as BM Watsonx AI and the Data Platform to help policymakers and the public analyze energy issues and support data-driven decisions for a…
- 2024 is the era for AI PCs and the just-launched Asus Zenbook S16 comes packed with the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors and brings much-needed improvements over AMD’s past processors. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor powering the laptop comes AI-ready, making it a premium showcase for…
- Elon Musk has quietly moved X’s official headquarters to a small town on the outskirts of Austin, Texas. According to court documents, Elon Musk, the CEO of X, has moved the company’s headquarters from San Francisco, California to Bastrop, Texas, where Elon wants the ongoing lawsuit with Don Lemon…
- Absa Bank Kenya has partnered with Visa to launch an exclusive Infinite card, making it the first bank in Kenya to launch a metal-designed card. The two say this new innovation aims to redefine the banking experience for the wealthy. Combining functionality with sophistication, the exclusive card…
- Nigerian fintech startup Risevest (Rise) has acquired Hisa, a Kenyan mobile investment platform that allows anyone in Kenya to invest in U.S. stocks and ETFs using mobile money The acquisition was approved by Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA), giving Risevest the right to operate in the…
- NBA Africa has today announced 10 startups from 7 African countries have been selected to pitch their products to a panel of international industry leaders. The event is slated to take place on September 25 at the NBA HQ in New York City, USA. The Demo Day will be part of the “Triple-Double: NBA…
- Safaricom has today launched a tech-fit and experiential outlet at BBS Mall in Eastleigh, Nairobi. The telco says phygital outlet (combining physical and digital experiences) is expected to serve over 500 customers daily. The store will host several zones, including areas dedicated to M-PESA, an…
- Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) have long been key players in promoting financial inclusion in Kenya, especially among underserved communities. Their presence is most impactful in rural areas, where access to traditional banking services is limited. But despite their…
- The average ransom paid by educational institutions is $6.6 million for primary education institutions and $4.4 million for higher education institutions. This is according to “The State of Ransomware in Education 2024” survey by cybersecurity company Sophos. In addition, the survey showed that 55…
- Vivo is closing the year off with the launch of the V40 series, which will be launched later this month. The V40 joins the V30, which the company already sells in the country in the camera-centric midrange series. Vivo V40 brings minor design improvements and major camera and battery upgrades. It…
- 2024 is the era for AI PCs and the just-launched Asus Zenbook S16 comes packed with the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors and brings much-needed improvements over AMD’s past processors. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor powering the laptop comes AI-ready, making it a premium showcase for…
- Kenya’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) received a major boost on Tuesday with the official launch of the Association of Special Economic Zones (ASEZ) with a mandate to promote the sector and attract local and foreign investment. The opening of the ASEZs is a major milestone for Kenya’s industrial…
- Absa Group has announced the winners of its 2024 Technology Hackathon aimed at igniting engagement and fostering innovation within the Absa Technology community. The event also served as a platform for colleagues across Africa and Europe to contribute to critical business priorities through…
- PalmPay, the financial platform with over 30 million users on its smartphone app in Nigeria, has announced the launch of its USSD code. This service offers Nigerians an additional way to manage their finances without the need for internet connectivity. With the PalmPay USSD code, the company says…
- M-TIBA, the Kenyan health tech empowering insurance companies through real-time data analytics and digital connectivity says it has reduced claim approval time for providers by 96 per cent. By digitizing and automating the entire health insurance journey, M-TIBA seamlessly connects members,…
- The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) has partnered with Japan-based global blockchain company, Soramitsu to promote blockchain technology research, capacity building and application in Nigeria. The collaboration seeks to establish a Knowledge-Industry partnership, where…
- Kenya is digitally an insecure environment despite having a highly engaged online population. This is according to the Navigating Kenya’s Digital Information Ecosystem report by Kenya Safe and Inclusive Digital Space (KenSafeSpace). KenSafeSpace is a multi-stakeholder project funded by the…
- HMD is no longer just making waves with Nokia smartphones—it’s now forging ahead with its own line of HMD-branded devices, staying true to its “Human Mobile Devices” vision. Alongside its Nokia offerings, HMD is embracing a multibrand strategy, with key collaborations like its exciting partnership…
- Rural Internet Service Provider (ISP), Mawingu, has announced the expansion of its network to Mandera County in Kenya. This latest expansion brings the total number of counties connected to its network to 30. It also marks a significant step in Mawingu’s mission to bring reliable and affordable…
- TECNO is set to bring its latest foldables in the country – the Phantom V Fold2 and V Flip2. These are the company’s bookstyle and clamshell-style foldables respectively and succeed the first-gen versions launched last year. Regarding design, the TECNO Phantom V Fold2 is thinner and lighter than…
- The ICT Authority has announced its plans to bridge digital inequality, redesign business processes, optimise the digital environment, enhance organisational capacity as well as the digital culture in Kenya within the next three years. This is based on the newly launched ICT Authority (ICTA)…
- Digital payments company Visa has awarded Safaricom a Payment Facilitator Certificate, marking a major milestone in its ongoing partnership with the telco. The expanded collaboration aims to diversify payment acceptance models by introducing card payments supporting all card networks through Visa’s…
- Modular design is the way to go and HMD is taking this seriously with the launch of the HMD Fusion which the company says takes personalization and customization to new levels. HMD is pushing for repairable phones(Gen 2 repairability) and now the just unveiled HMD Fusion smartphone follows a…
- This year, Samsung made a big splash by integrating Galaxy AI with Google AI and Google Gemini on the Galaxy Z Fold6. The phone is also thinner, brighter, and has a higher-resolution foldable display. The new Galaxy Z Fold6 is now available in Kenya at authorized Samsung stores and e-commerce…
- Worksport Ltd WKSP has announced one of its best-ever monthly sales performances in 2024, with August 2024 net sales up at $1.21 million. This performance propels the Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) rate to $14.56 million, shooting ahead of the 2023 year-end revenue at $1.53 million. The company…
- Liquid Intelligence Technologies has announced the expansion of its Cybersecurity Fusion Center (CSFC) product line with an exciting new cybersecurity solution. The new solution is designed to provide customers with a more comprehensive cybersecurity offering, the Cassava Technologies-owned…
- The pervasiveness of information in the digital age has transformed how businesses operate, making knowledge management an essential aspect of organizational strategy. Companies across industries are increasingly recognizing the significance of effectively curating, storing, and disseminating…
- OPPO Reno12 5G Review: OPPO Reno12 5G wants to offer a premium flagship experience at a modest price. Despite strong competition, I’ve spent a good amount of time with the phone, and it is sitting nicely among the contenders for the best mid-range smartphone in the market. We’ve already done a tour…
- Although trading forex in Malaysia can be profitable, time is important to maximize possible returns. The forex market gives traders lots of chances since it runs five days a week, twenty-four hours. Not all hours are equal; thus, knowing when to enter and exit the market will hugely affect your…
- Liquid Intelligent Technologies has upgraded its 1,300km fibre route connecting Kenya’s east coast city of Mombasa to Busia on the Ugandan border. The Cassava Technologies-owned business says the upgrade will bring additional multi-terabit capacity and additional resilience to the region. Liquid…
- The London Internet Exchange (LINX) is extending its African interconnection platform to PAIX Data Centres in Nairobi. The company says the move follows demand from the local networking community. Networks located at the PAIX facility in Nairobi are soon to be just a single cross-connect away from…
