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Over 150 participants take part in the 2nd Global Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Summit
@iLabAfrica-Strathmore University has unveiled the 2nd Global Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GDSAI) Summit. The summit is centered around the…
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South African Artificial Intelligence Industry Association Launches in Cape Town
The South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA), an industry body focused on promoting the advancement of responsible AI in South…
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CHESTER WISNIEWSKI: Artificial Intelligence Now a Match for Natural Ignorance
End-user security training has traditionally been an important aspect of cybersecurity efforts, as it aims to educate and empower employees…
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Annual IBM List Celebrates Global Women Leaders Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence
IBM has unveiled its list of 35 Women Leaders in AI at its Think Digital conference held last week. The list…
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The Power of Artificial Intelligence in vivo S1 Pro
Many smartphones released over the past two to three years have leveraged the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in both…
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[Column] Artificial Intelligence gaining grounds in Africa?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings a whole new dimension to the drive for customer intimacy. The convenience customers experience weighs heavier…
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Revolutionizing the viewing experience with Artificial Intelligence
“Your television could be smarter than you,” said an expert at an exhibition at the Kenyatta International Conference Center (KICC).…
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Role of Artificial Intelligence in OLED TVs
Artificial Intelligence has been applied even to areas you wouldn’t imagine it could apply. AI has opened a new world…
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Future of Artificial Intelligence Looks Bright
A few years ago, the idea of controlling your lights or even security system remotely through your smartphone would have…
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CYBER SECURITY
Artificial Intelligence: Your Bot Will See You Now
Next time you contact your insurer there is a good chance that you will be dealing with Artificial Intelligence (AI).…
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LG is already gearing up to disrupt Artificial Intelligence technology space
The just concluded CES 2018 saw many innovators try to outdo each other on just how “intelligent” their products are,…
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This new Facebook feature will Use Artificial Intelligence to Describe Photos to Blind Users
Artificial Intelligence is a technology that is growing very fast and with this growth it seems to be helping people…
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Zuckerberg Assembles Meta Superintelligence Labs Team to Lead Next-Gen AI Breakthroughs
When Mark Zuckerberg announced Meta’s new Superintelligence Labs on June 30, it wasn’t just a rebranding exercise—it was a declaration…
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Meta’s Superintelligence Lab Strategy: Big Money, Bigger Questions for the Future of AGI
Mark Zuckerberg has never been afraid of thinking big. But Meta’s superintelligence lab strategy — a multibillion-dollar bid to outpace…
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Kevin Dherman: Ways manufacturers can unlock the value of data to drive business intelligence
Data forms the backbone of any manufacturing enterprise. With continuous supply chain disruptions, the allure of data and Business Intelligence…
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Absa Bank Kenya Partners with GirlCode to Launch 2025 Pan-African Women-in-Tech Hackathon
Absa Bank Kenya, in collaboration with GirlCode, has launched the 2025 edition of GirlCodeHack, a Pan-African women-in-tech hackathon aimed at…
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KCB Unveils Revamped Mobile Banking App
KCB Bank has rolled out a redesigned mobile banking app, promising customers a faster, more secure, and user-friendly experience. The…
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Meta Acquires WaveForms AI to Bring Emotionally Aware Voices to Its AI Ecosystem
Meta Platforms has quietly acquired WaveForms AI, a startup developing audio-based artificial intelligence capable of understanding and mimicking human emotion.The…
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AI in Africa to top $16.5B by 2030, Mastercard
Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to grow from USD 4.5 billion in 2025 to USD 16.5 billion by…
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Tech Giants Pivoting AI Efforts to Africa Signal a Major Shift in Global Innovation Strategy
Africa is no longer on the sidelines of artificial intelligence. In 2025, it’s front and center — with Silicon Valley…
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BUSINESS
Orange Money Group Partners with JUMO to Expand Microcredit Services Across Africa
Orange Money Group has announced a strategic partnership with fintech company JUMO to broaden access to digital financial services in…
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Why AI Agents in Browsers Could Replace Chatbots as the Default Interface
The next major interface for artificial intelligence isn’t a chatbot—it’s the web browser. As the limitations of traditional conversational UIs…
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How the AI Investment Bubble Became a Branding Contest for Big Tech Giants
Artificial intelligence isn’t just a technology anymore—it’s a marketing language. As tech giants pour hundreds of billions into generative AI…
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This is Digital Hosts AI Appreciation Breakfast and Launches AI Literacy Program in Kenya
In celebration of International Artificial Intelligence Appreciation Day, This is Digital hosted a high-level AI Appreciation Breakfast at The Social…
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YSK’s AI Literacy Program Expands to Teachers Across Kenya
In a bold step towards future-proofing Kenya’s education system, Young Scientists Kenya (YSK), an initiative of the Ministry of Education…
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Over 400 ICT Graduates Complete Huawei-Supported Digital Training under Presidential Program
More than 400 young ICT professionals have graduated from a two-week technical training under the Presidential Digital Talent Programme (PDTP)…
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Why Meta’s Pivot to AI Could End Its Open-Source Era and Disrupt the AI Race
For years, Meta’s big bet was virtual reality. With the 2021 rebrand from Facebook to Meta, Mark Zuckerberg envisioned a…
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With Cyber Attacks Rising, Kenya’s New Insurance Rules Put Pressure on Insurers’ Boards
Kenya’s insurance industry is now under stricter cybersecurity oversight after the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) introduced a sweeping framework that…
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The Meta AI Culture Crisis Explained: Leaked Memo Reveals Internal Dysfunction Despite Big-Name Hires
Meta’s sudden pivot in artificial intelligence isn’t just about ambition. It’s about survival. Over the past few weeks, the tech…
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TechTrends Media to Host AI-Powered Business Forum This August in Nairobi
TechTrends Media, a leading Kenyan-based tech media agency, is proud to announce the inaugural edition of TechTrends Pulse, a new…
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BUSINESS
How AI Credit Risk Scoring in Kenya Is Changing Who Gets Loans and How Fast
AI credit risk scoring in Kenya is fast becoming the leading application of artificial intelligence in the country’s banking sector,…
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Liquid SA Youth Tech Programme Celebrates 20 Graduates, Crowns Pitchathon Winner
Liquid Intelligent Technologies South Africa has celebrated the graduation of 20 young entrepreneurs from its flagship Youth Tech Entrepreneurship Programme.…
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Ai Kenya launches ‘Augmented Thinking’ Workshop Series for African Executives
Ai Kenya, a leading player in Africa’s artificial intelligence landscape, has announced a new executive training series titled Augmented Thinking:…
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OI Lead Initiative Opens Applications to Equip Youths in Rural Kenya with AI Skills
The Otermans Institute has launched the call for applications for the OI Lead Initiative, a new AI literacy programme aimed…
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Kenya’s Shamba Records, Apexloads Among Startups Picked for Google for Startups Accelerator
Google has selected 15 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups,…
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Cybercrime in Africa Escalates as AI Scams, Phishing, and Deepfakes Undermine Digital Progress
As Africa races to embrace digital technology, a shadow is growing alongside it—cybercrime. From mobile banking fraud to deepfake scams,…
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How AI is Revolutionizing Agriculture in Kenya
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be applied across various fields, including agriculture. In Kenya, many farmers are embracing smart farming…
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How African Brands Are Using Generative AI to Transform Marketing
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer across multiple industries as the digital landscape continues to evolve. Among these,…
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Microsoft Launches Open-Source AI Tool to Help Save Tanzania’s Endangered Giraffes
Tech giant Microsoft has announced the launch of a new open-source AI tool designed to help conservationists track and protect…
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Inside Musk’s xAI Spending Spree: Can $1 Billion a Month Buy an AI Breakthrough?
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI is in the middle of a spending spree that’s pushing the outer limits of even…
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Kenyan Students Honoured for Global ICT Success at Huawei Competition
Kenya’s rising profile as a global tech powerhouse was celebrated this week as National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula honoured 12…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Updates its Firewall Software
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced an update to its Firewall Software, now including Sophos NDR Essential, which is free for…
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Apple OS Rebranding in 2025 Arrives as Strategic Pressures Intensify
Apple is preparing to launch a major rebranding overhaul across its software platforms by renaming its operating systems by calendar…
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Safaricom is Investing Over $500 Million in AI Infrastructure Across East Africa
Safaricom is making a bold move into artificial intelligence (AI), with Chief Enterprise Business Officer (CEBO) Cynthia Kropac announcing that…
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Connected Africa Summit 2025: Leaders to Push for Unified ICT Policies to Drive Digital Inclusion Across Africa
The Connected Africa Summit 2025 will put a strong emphasis on policy dialogue and strategic frameworks aimed at advancing Africa’s…
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NTT DATA Names Asokan Moodley Head of GenAI and Industry Advisory for MEA
NTT DATA today announced the appointment of Asokan Moodley as Head of GenAI and Industry Advisory for Middle East and…
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SAP Appoints Shiraz Khota as Managing Director for Emerging Africa
SAP has announced the appointment of Shiraz Khota as Managing Director for Emerging Africa. Khota, an industry veteran with 25…
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Microsoft’s Subtle Shift: Why Human Leadership Still Matters in the AI Era
Few companies can lay claim to being the base on which the AI boom is built. Under Satya Nadella’s leadership,…
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AI in Code Generation: Why Microsoft and Google Are Leading the Charge in 2025
Artificial intelligence is quietly altering the future of software construction. On the other hand, it is apparent that Microsoft and…
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Over 2,000 Delegates to Gather in Diani for the Connected Africa Summit 2025
Kenya is set to host the Connected Africa Summit 2025 from May 26 to May 29, 2025, at the Diamonds…
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Huawei Cloud Summit 2025: Kenya Launches AI & Cloud Pioneer Initiative
Kenya has launched a new initiative to establish itself as a regional hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing.…
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AI Max: New Google AI Tool Empowers African SMEs
Google has announced the global beta rollout of AI Max for Search Campaigns, an upgrade to its Search Ads platform…
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Huawei and Equity Launch ICT Academy at Open University of Kenya
Huawei Kenya, in partnership with Equity Group Foundation, today announced the official launch of the Huawei ICT Academy at the…
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BUSINESS
Epson’s Heat-Free EcoTank and Fiery Power FY24 Growth and Profit Surge
Global Technology Company Epson announced a 38.4 percent growth in profit for the financial year ended 31 March 2025 (FY 2024). Consolidated…
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Safaricom, iXAfrica Partner to Launch East Africa’s First AI-Ready Data Centre
Safaricom has partnered with iXAfrica Data Centre, Kenya’s hyperscale-ready data centre operator, to deliver East Africa’s first AI-ready data centre…
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Zoho Launches AI Capabilities in Low-Code Development Platform
Zoho Corporation has today announced the launch of new services and features within Zoho Creator, the company’s low-code application development…
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The Rise of Female Tech Founders in Africa
In recent years, Africa has witnessed an encouraging surge in the number of female tech founders who are reshaping the…
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VFS Global Taps SAP Solutions to Enhance Digital Cross-Border Mobility
SAP has announced that VFS Global will leverage its software to help it develop leading-edge AI-powered digital solutions for cross-border…
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AI for Every Student: How the UAE’s Education Overhaul Could Spark a Worldwide Shift in Learning
The United Arab Emirates stands on the verge of integrating artificial intelligence into education, being among the frontrunners with such…
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Airtel Kenya Rolls Out AI-Powered Spam Alert Service
Airtel Kenya on Wednesday launched an artificial intelligence (AI)- powered Spam Alert Service to enhance mobile security for its customers. The…
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Ex-citi, Goldman, Barclays Compliance Firm Hits $1M in First Year, Expands to EMEA
de Risk Partners, a financial regulatory compliance consultancy founded by former executives from Citigroup, Barclays, and Goldman Sachs is celebrating…
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How Kenya Is Emerging as a Global Leader in AI Adoption
Kenya has emerged as a leading nation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption, ranking third in the world according to the…
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Meta AI App Merges Voice, Social, and Data—Here’s the Privacy Catch
The Meta AI app, the latest launch by Meta, can be aptly tagged as the world’s first social artificial intelligence…
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CYBER SECURITY
2024 Zero-Day Cybersecurity Report: What Google Didn’t Reveal About AI, N-Day, and Supply Chain Risks
While Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) 2024 Zero-Day Cyber Security Report highlights valuable intelligence around zero-day exploits that have reached…
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Formula 1 Betting Got Smarter: How Kenyan Players Can Stay Ahead in 2025
The 2025 Formula 1 season keeps all the observers at the edge. The top teams are chasing the Constructors’ crown.…
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COLUMNS
Aaron Bugal: AI and Cybersecurity – Balancing Innovation with Caution
Undoubtedly one of the most influential technologies in recent decades, the ascent of artificial intelligence has produced a mixture of…
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The Silent Surge: How Scam Call Centers Are Taking Root in Africa
For many decades, cybercrime in Africa-with the exception of some few ironic exceptions, was usually painted in a comic style…
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CapCut vs Edits: Why CapCut Will Continue to Reign Supreme in Mobile Editing
When it comes to mobile video editing apps, the competition is stiff, with CapCut taking the crown. Meta recently launched…
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AI in the Workplace: Boosting Productivity Without Replacing Humans
Since the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), people worldwide have raised concerns, chief among them: Will AI take away our…
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African AI Startups Invited to Apply for 2025 Google Accelerator
Google has opened applications for the 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, a three-month initiative designed to support early-stage…
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African Innovators Shine at 4th ATU Innovation Challenge with AI Solutions
Ten young innovators from Tanzania, Nigeria, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and Kenya were celebrated as winners of the 4th ATU Africa…
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From Chaos to Comeback: What the xAI Merger Tells Us About Musk’s Long Game
Musk’s latest gamble-high stakes: the merger between xAI and X-has received appreciation and skepticism in equal measure. The $100 billion…
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AI – A Double-Edged Sword in the Age of Misinformation and Disinformation
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has ushered in a new era of innovation, transforming industries and reshaping…
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How Technology is Revolutionizing and Unifying Africa’s Forex Markets
Forex markets in Africa have historically been fragmented, with things like varying regulations, currency fluctuations, and limited accessibility affecting seamless…
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Unveiling Kenya’s National AI Strategy 2025-2030 – A bold step into the future
Kenya officially launched its National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy (2025-2030) (Strategy), marking a significant step toward positioning the country as…
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KK Security Launches AI-powered National Security Operations Centre in Nairobi
KK Security has announced the launch of its AI-powered National Security Operations Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The company says this…
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AWS Expands Cloud Training in Kenya to Close Africa’s Digital Skills Gap
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) has concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of Nairobi (UoN).…
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Breaking Down the OpenAI $40 Billion Funding Round: What’s at Stake for AI’s Future
OpenAI, for its part, has broken new ground, announcing that it has closed its $40 billion financing round. The deal…
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UK Tech Firm Syntura Launches East Africa’s First AI and Cybersecurity Hub
Syntura, a UK-based technology company, has expanded to Africa with the launch of the Syntura Experience Center, the region’s first…
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X Corp Expands Grok AI to Telegram, Strengthening AI-Social Media Integration
In a significant development, X Corp is extending its AI chatbot, Grok, to Telegram. The partnership will enable X users who…
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Connected Africa Summit 2025: How Africa’s Digital Future is Taking Shape
William Kabogo, the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy of Kenya, has officially launched the Connected Africa…
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Kenya AI Strategy 2025-2030 Unveiled: A Bold Move Toward AI-Powered Digital Transformation
Kenya has officially unveiled the Kenya AI Strategy 2025-2030, positioning itself as a possible African leader in artificial intelligence innovation.…
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Five Tech Startups Emerge as Winners at AfricArena Johannesburg 2025
Five African startups have been named winners at AfricArena Johannesburg 2025. AfricArena Johannesburg 2025 is a two-day Founder’s Summit that focuses…
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Spiro Launches Africa’s First All-Women EV Assembly Line
Electric vehicle (EV) company Spiro has launched an all-women assembly line for motor and charger production. The company says this…
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How Gen Z is Shaping the Future of Mobile
Gen Z has emerged as a key demographic in shaping the future of mobile technology, not just in Kenya but…
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Safaricom’s Bold Tech Pivot: Decode 2025 Event Highlights AI, Cybersecurity, and Climate Innovation
Safaricom Decode 2025 event has just concluded making a milestone in the company’s tech transformation. Safaricom Decode, the company’s three-day…
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Safaricom Decode Earth Arena: A Call for Climate Resilience and Innovation
Safaricom Decode, the telco’s annual Engineering Summit finally ended on Thursday. The event brought together young engineers, scientists, tech enthusiasts,…
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Safaricom Annual Engineering Summit EA Edition Kicks Off in Nairobi
Safaricom has today kicked off its third edition of the annual Safaricom Engineering Summit. The summit provides a platform for…
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Airtel Africa Launches AI Powered Spam Alert Service in Nigeria
Airtel Africa has announced the launch of an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Spam Alert Service in Nigeria. This service, which offers…
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Microsoft Brings its Global AI Tour In Nairobi
Microsoft on Wednesday brought its Global AI Tour to Nairobi, Kenya, hosting Africa’s largest Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference. The conference…
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Taiwan’s Semiconductors: The Backbone of AI
Semiconductors are the lifeblood of modern technology, powering everything from smartphones to artificial intelligence systems and military defense systems. Taiwan,…
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Meta’s AI Chip Strategy: Could This Shake Up the AI Hardware Market?
Meta is testing its first in-house AI training chip, which represents a monumental strategic shift for the social media giant,…
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AI Integration in PR: A Growing Opportunity
The public relations (PR) industry is undergoing a significant shift, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing an increasingly important role. According…
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Konza Technopolis: The Rise of Kenya’s Silicon Savannah
Kenya’s dream of becoming Africa’s technology hub is coming true as its flagship smart city project – Konza Technopolis –…
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[Survey] Leveraging Smart Technologies for Business Efficiency
As we gear up for the TechTrends Pulse tech forum this June, TechTrends Media is conducting a survey to explore…
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AI Models 2025: The Latest Breakthroughs from OpenAI, Google, and China’s Top Startups
AI development has accelerated with phenomenal speed recently, and tech giants like Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic, along with a host…
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Microsoft Pledges $1M to Close Nigeria’s AI Skills Gap
Microsoft has announced a significant investment of $1 million aimed at training one million Nigerians in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and…
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Online Trading Platform Market Size to Hit USD 17.42 billion by 2033, Report
The global online trading platform market size was worth USD 10.86 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach an…
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Paradigm Initiative Opens DRIF25 Registration for Zambia Forum
Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has announced that the 2025 edition of Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF2025) registration is now open. …
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Datamellon Expands into East Africa, Calls for AI Adoption at AI Innovation Summit
With integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into operations, business leaders can achieve efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth. This was the…
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