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Reviews
TOZO Crystal Pods Review: Transparent Design, Powerful ANC, and Exceptional Value
The Secret of Us and Tortured Poets Department have been on repeat these past few weeks, and my companion has…
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Why Google’s Market Share Decline Might Be the Beginning of a Major Shift in Search
For a long time, there has been no competition for Google when it came to holding the hegemony in the…
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China TikTok Deal Block: How Beijing Turned Trump’s Trade Tactics Against Him
The China TikTok deal block is among the most consequential acts of the ongoing U.S.-China trade war. In view of…
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Kenya VASP Bill 2025 vs U.S. DeFi Repeal: Two Diverging Paths for Crypto Regulation
In a historic moment for international crypto regulation, U.S. President Donald Trump has just signed off on a resolution to…
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Inside the Google Layoffs in 2025: Restructuring, AI Priorities, and What Comes Next
The Google layoffs in 2025 are shaking the entire tech industry. The tech giant’s restructuring saw hundreds of jobs cut…
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Generative AI and Copyright Infringement: Why the Next Big Tech Lawsuits May Be About Art
Generative AI is changing creativity-posing fundamental questions about copyright infringement. The latest trend for many is the Ghibli-style artwork created…
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Instagram 2025 Strategy: AI and Feed Shifts That Will Change the Platform Forever
The strategy for Instagram in 2025 hints at several important transformations concerning how creators can maximize their reach, visibility, and…
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Which ISP Reigns Supreme in Kenya’s Internet Speed Comparison: Faiba vs Safaricom vs Zuku
As Kenya’s digital landscape keeps growing, the demand for quality and high-speed internet keeps rising. The latest Kenya internet speed…
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News
Kenya’s Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill 2025: Progressive Step or Potential Overregulation
As cryptocurrency adoption continues to surge across the globe, Kenya with its technology-savvy citizens and a fast-growing digital economy has…
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News
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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News
Instagram iPad App Is Finally Coming: Smart Strategy or 13 Years Too Late?
It’s been much anticipated, but the Instagram iPad app is finally in the making, sparking discussions again on Meta’s product…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kenya Data Protection Crackdown: ODPC Is Fining Companies—But Is It Enough?
2024 saw the scatter-gun enforcement style of the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) in Kenya with 51 determinations…
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This Easter, Save Smart and Fast with LOOP Goals
Easter is a great time to refresh your financial goals and get you back on track. Whether you are looking to…
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Cloud Deals, Political Tensions, and the TikTok U.S. Sale: What’s at Stake
As a deal deadline of April 5 approaches, U.S. officials and major U.S. tech companies are intensifying efforts to conclude…
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HBO, Netflix, and Apple TV+ Challenges: The Streaming Giants’ Struggle to Stay on Top
HBO, Netflix and Apple TV+ have essentially transformed how we consume TV, and many credit them with ushering in what is…
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News
Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 5G Arrive in Kenya with Advanced AI, Enhanced Security, and Long-Lasting Durability
Samsung has officially launched the much-anticipated Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G. Packed with the latest…
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News
Google Gemini 2.5 Pro Free Rollout: Will Google’s Bold Move Disrupt the AI Chatbot Race?
Gemini 2.5 Pro free for everyone — Google just made a big move in the fast-evolving world of AI chatbots. Although…
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News
TikTok Notes to Lemon8: What You Need to Know About the Platform Shift
TikTok is planning to shut down TikTok Notes, which is set for May 8, 2025. The platform was launched in 2024…
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Social Media
Instagram New Re-Post Feature: Boosting Engagement or Filling Your Feed with Clutter?
Instagram is testing a Re-Post feature, which will take the way we interact with content to the next level and…
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News
Stablecoin Regulation in Kenya: How New Rules Could Reshape Digital Finance
The global push for stablecoin regulation is reshaping financial landscapes, and Kenya is no exception. As discussions around stablecoin regulation…
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News
Apple vs. Android: How EU’s Digital Markets Act Could Reshape iOS
Apple’s walled garden has historically characterized the brand — tightly bundled, seamless integration across devices at the expense of flexibility. Compare…
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News
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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News
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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Why Android Brands Keep Hiring iPhone-Using Celebrities
Android Celebrity Endorsements – This is my favorite thing to do during smartphone season; follow the launches, see which influencers are…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cybersecurity Mistakes You Don’t Realize You’re Making (And How to Fix Them!)
In our digital world, even the most cautious users can fall victim to cyber-security traps without knowing it. Cybersecurity mistakes you…
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News
Tech Oligarchy and Political Influence: How Big Tech is Changing Global Power Dynamics
For decades, the blueprints for the tech billionaire were drawn by figures like Bill Gates — visionary founders who created empires…
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Elon Musk’s xAI Merges With X in $113 Billion Deal, Redefining AI-Social Media Integration
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI bought the social media platform X (the former Twitter) in an all-stock transaction, bringing Musk’s…
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Google Ends Public Android Development—Why It’s Not the End of Open Source
Recent reports suggested that Android coding development is almost certainly about to turn into a fully private model, which raises…
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Instagram Removes Text Notes from Feed and Reels – Here’s Why It Failed
Instagram has officially removed text notes from their feed posts and Reels as part of yet another refinement of the…
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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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OPPO A5 Pro Launched in Kenya: The Ultimate Durable and Smart Smartphone!
OPPO A5 Pro has officially landed in Kenya designed for durability and reliability. Premium, Sleek, and Classic Design The device…
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Airtel Money Google Play Integration: Zero-Fee App Payments Now Live!
Airtel Money Google Play integration is now available and will allow Airtel Money customers in Kenya to conveniently, safely, and…
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BUSINESS
Lipa Later and Odyssey Capital Insolvency: A Turning Point for Kenya’s Fintech Industry?
Kenya’s fintech industry is headed for a seismic change after the announcement of Lipa Later and Odyssey Capital’s insolvency. Together,…
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TRENDING
Influencer Marketing Trends 2025: How Virality and Memes Are Changing Brand Strategy
Now in 2025, the sphere of influencer marketing is fast moving from shiny sponsorship deals to turbo-charged unanticipated virality, memes,…
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CYBER SECURITY
The Illusion of Security: Why Senior Officials Using Signal Doesn’t Guarantee Safety
When media reports highlight the frequent usage of Signal for secure communication by senior government officials, people jump to the…
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News
Inside Showmax 2025: The Streaming Giant Reshaping African Entertainment
Showmax continues to grow its footprints across the African continent, developing itself as the homegrown streaming giant in Africa. With…
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News
Samsung Expands Kiswahili and Amharic Language Support – What You Need to Know
Samsung Electronics has taken a tremendously big step towards inclusivity and accessibility by introducing language support on its devices for…
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CYBER SECURITY
Foreign Cyber Threats in Kenya: National Strategies for Digital Defense
Cyber threats have become a national security challenge as Kenya is rapidly digitizing. Its digital assets, from financial institutions to…
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News
NFT Fundraising in Kenya: A Legal Loophole or the Future of Startup Capital?
In an unprecedented declaration, the Commissioner of the US Securities and Exchange Policy (SEC) – Hester Peirce – hinted that…
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News
Why a U.S. Law Change Could Disrupt the Global Internet
For close to thirty years, section 230 of the Communications Decency Act has offered websites immunity from legal responsibility for…
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Telegram Surpasses 1 Billion Users With $547M Profit—How It Stacks Against WhatsApp
Telegram has surpassed 1 billion active users, according to the message posted on the founder Pavel Durov’s channel. Telegram also…
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How Kenyan Artists Can Maximize Earnings from Global Music Streaming Platforms
Kenyan musicians have embraced digital music streaming to distribute their work worldwide. However, earnings from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music,…
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News
Safaricom Slashes 5G Router Price to Ksh 2,999, Cuts Internet Costs
In another twist, Safaricom has pricked the Kenyan internet market with a massive price drop on its 5G Wi-Fi router,…
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How Elon Musk’s Vision Is Reviving X’s $44bn Valuation – A Deep Dive into the Turnaround
X has finally returned to a valuation of $44 billion, which was what Elon Musk paid for back in 2022.…
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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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Social Media
WPP CEO Reveals Why Advertisers Are Returning to Elon Musk’s X
In an announcement, WPP’s chief, Mark Read, made it clear that ad volumes on Elon Musk’s X, previously Twitter, had…
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Africa’s Digital Battleground: Why Regulators Are Pushing Back Against Starlink
Elon Musk’s Starlink is rapidly expanding into the African continent, looking to become part of the Internet infrastructure landscape. Lately,…
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News
Can Netflix Dominate Africa? The Rise of Local Originals & Streaming Trends
Netflix’s dedication to telling African stories has become entrenched, with a diverse range of original local and transnational content resonating…
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News
Oracle Strategic Play for TikTok: A New Era in Tech Partnerships
Oracle has emerged as the foremost candidate in a high-stake deal to assist in running TikTok’s U.S. operations, attempting to…
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News
How The Pirate Bay Changed the Internet Forever: Carl Lundström’s Legacy
The death of Carl Lundström in a plane crash on March 10, 2025, marked the departure of a key individual…
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News
New Kenyan ID Cards Rejected? Here’s Why You Can’t Get a SIM or Bank Account
For a newly minted young Kenyan‘s national ID, the natural follow-on is to register for a SIM card and bank account. But many are now finding that the new ID documents are being denied by banks and telecom…
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News
OPPO Reno13 F 5G Full Review: Style, Stamina and AI Smarts
OPPO makes incredible midrange smartphones for the Kenyan market, especially with their Reno series. This year, it brought the F…
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Featured
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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News
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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News
AI Search’s Broken Promise: How Chatbots Are Failing the Open Web
AI-powered search engines had promised an accelerated, improved way of finding information. Yet while applications like ChatGPT Search, Perplexity, Gemini,…
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News
The YouTube Podcast Takeover: A Growth Opportunity or a Risky Evolution?
Podcasting is undergoing a dramatic change from an audio-based platform to one where video is the focus. The recent switch…
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News
The Secret Rules of Product Placement in Hollywood
When you’re watching a film, you may not even notice the phones, computers, or cars that the characters drive. But…
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News
Silver Box Acquires Mobius Motors: What This Means for Kenya’s Auto Industry
Kenya’s motor vehicle industry is poised for a significant overhaul as Middle East-based investor Silver Box takes over Mobius Motors…
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News
Why X Keeps Crashing: Cyberattacks or Musk’s Cost-Cutting?
Social media site X (formerly Twitter) experienced intermittent outages on Monday, which owner Elon Musk attributed to an “unusually powerful”…
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News
AI.com Is Up for Grabs—Is This the Digital Jackpot of the Century?
Officially, AI.com is now on the market at an eye-popping $100 million asking price, which dwarfs Voice.com that was sold…
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News
Trump’s TikTok Deal: Potential Buyers Unveiled Amid Negotiations
In an Air Force One briefing on Sunday, Donald Trump stated that he has been negotiating with “four different groups”…
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Featured
Kenya’s Telecom Wars: What’s Driving Consumer Choices and Industry Competition?
One of Africa’s rapidly growing sectors is Kenya’s telecom sector, boasting over 65 million mobile subscriptions and a growing demand…
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Reviews
OPPO Reno13 F 5G: A Feature-Rich Mid-Range Smartphone
OPPO Reno13 F 5G is the company’s latest smartphone in the midrange Reno lineup alongside the 4G version. The phone…
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News
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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News
Kenya’s Power Grid Faces Growing Pressure as Electricity Demand Surges
Fast urbanization, industrial growth, and growing acceptance of electrically powered options are pushing Kenya’s electricity demand to unprecedented levels. In…
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News
CA Takes Action as BBC Report Links TikTok to Child Exploitation in Kenya
An investigative report by the BBC published on March 3, 2025, raises an alarm over children’s exploitation on TikTok livestreams…
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News
Memecoins in Africa: Regulation, Risks, and Recent Policy Shifts
Meme coins have gained big across the continent but recently have had many homegrown tokens sprouting in Africa. Such meme…
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News
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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News
Apple vs. Qualcomm: The Inevitable Breakup
In boardrooms, conflicts and rivalries seem to be the norm. However, not many rivalries in the tech arena have created…
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News
Samsung Galaxy A56: Faster, Brighter, and More Powerful
The Samsung Galaxy A56, a mid-range smartphone based on the proven Galaxy A55, has been officially launched with upgrades in…
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News
Samsung Galaxy A36 Officially Launched: Faster and Smarter
Samsung has officially launched its much-anticipated Galaxy A36, featuring several upgrades from the previous version, the Galaxy A35. The latest…
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Apps
Stalkerware Scandals: Data Leaks, Hacks, and Legal Crackdowns
A whole underworld exists for people who want to watch over and spy on their families. Several app creators sell…
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Startups
Trump’s Return to Power: How His Policies Are Reshaping Africa’s Tech Industry
With Donald Trump back as president, change is already affecting global industries with ripples; Africa’s fast-growing technology sector feels the…
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News
Skype Signs Off: Microsoft Shifts Focus to Team
On May 5, 2025, Microsoft will stop supporting Skype, the pioneering Internet call service. This essentially marks an end to…
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News
OPPO Reno13 F 5G and 4G Launched in Kenya: Specs, Features and Pricing
OPPO officially launched the Reno13 F series, introducing the OPPO Reno13 5G and Reno13 F 4G. These incredible smartphones combine cutting-edge…
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Apps
Meta AI Goes Solo: A Standalone Chatbot App is on the Horizon
Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly working on a standalone AI chatbot app, reopening the…
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Apps
Meta Eyes Standalone Reels App Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Reels, the short video format launched by Instagram, is now one of the most widely used tools on the platform…
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News
How KRA’s eTIMS Upgrade Benefits Taxpayers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has rolled out major upgrades to its Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) KRA says…
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News
Governments Worldwide Increasingly Weaponizing Internet Shutdowns
Last year, the world witnessed an alarming rise in government-imposed internet shutdowns – at least 296 cases from 54 different…
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Featured
How Bolt Emergency Assist is Redefining Ride-Hailing Safety
Leading ride-hailing platform, Bolt has made safety its top priority with its Emergency Assist SOS button feature under the Bolt…
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News
Infinix Note 50 Series Launch Date Revealed
Infinix will launch the Note 50 series later next month, succeeding last year’s Note 40 lineup. While the company has…
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News
IOC and TCL Announce Worldwide Olympic Partnership Through 2032
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a Worldwide Olympic Partnership with TCL, lasting until 2032. TCL will become an…
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BUSINESS
Alibaba Reports Fastest Revenue Growth in Over a Year Amid AI Expansion
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has posted its fastest revenue growth in over a year, signaling a strong recovery. The Chinese…
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News
OpenAI Hits 400 Million Weekly Users as Growth Accelerates
OpenAI has claimed a historic milestone of reaching 400 million active weekly users. The AI creator powering ChatGPT is showing…
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News
Broadcom and TSMC Eye Intel Amid Struggles, Raising Monopoly and Policy Concerns
Two semiconductor behemoths, Broadcom and Taiwan’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), have been reported to strategize participating bids for Intel portions,…
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News
OPPO Reno13 Series Set to Launch in Kenya
The Kenyan launch of the highly anticipated OPPO Reno13 series is slated for February 28, 2025. The series includes two…
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News
Data Commissioner Targets Zuku and Geosky for Privacy Breaches
Today, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner has formally issued determinations against Wananchi Group Limited trading as “Zuku,” and…
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News
Spotify Music Pro: HiFi Sound or High-Priced Hype?
Spotify Music Pro: Finally, after 18 years of building the business, Spotify has finally caught up to its international popularity.…
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News
Kenya Yet to Mandate Transition to Quantum-Resistant Cryptography, But Growing Awareness Sparks Conversations
Despite increasing global concern over the potential threats posed by quantum computing, Kenya has not yet passed legislation requiring government…
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News
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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Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Now Available in Kenya
The recently launched Samsung Galaxy S25 series is now available in the country, and its pre-order period has ended and…
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News
Airtel Smarta Bundles Launched: Connect More, Pay Less
Airtel has announced the launch of its new Smarta Bundles, designed to offer seamless connectivity and financial convenience to its…
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News
REVIEW: Love and Coffee Serves a Rich Blend of Romance and Revolution
Set against the backdrop of the powerful coffee industry of Kenya, Love and Coffee is a captivating drama brewing romance,…
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Apps
Airtel Kenya Launches Airtel Lite: Faster, Lighter, and Data-Free
Airtel Kenya launched the new Airtel Lite, a Progressive Web App(PWA) intended to provide a lighter, speedier, and more accessible…
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News
OPPO Find N5: Thinnest Foldable Yet or Just Hype?
OPPO officially unveiled the design for the Find N5 foldable smartphone with a video released on social media touting it…
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News
Samsung Galaxy S25 Now Bar: Control Apps Without Unlocking
Samsung Galaxy S25 series, the company’s latest flagship series ships with the new Now Bar feature, a tool that aims…
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Gadgets
Alibaba Joins Apple’s AI Game After DeepSeek Snub
Apple has chosen Alibaba as its partner in bringing the Apple Intelligence platform to China. This follows an examination by…
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Gadgets
Sony WH-1000XM6: Next-Gen Noise-Canceling King on the Horizon
Sony is planning to launch the WH-1000XM6, its next-generation premium headphones to succeed the WH-1000XM5 launched in 2022. The Sony…
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News
Samsung One UI 7: Rollout Begins, But Older Devices Must Wait
The Samsung One UI 7 update made its appearance first with the Galaxy S25 series while older devices remain unspecified…
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Apps
Bolt Driver Selfie Check Boosts Ride Safety with AI
As ride-hailing services focus more on safety and security, Bolt’s Driver Selfie Check stands out as an important feature designed…
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