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Kenya’s eBee Mobility Faces Workforce Shakeup Amid Market Challenges and Tax Hurdles
Kenya’s eBee Mobility, once a rising player in the electric bicycle market, has recently laid off the majority of its…
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Uber Now Issues e-TIMS Invoices in Kenya – What Drivers Need to Know
In a move set to reshape ride-hailing in Kenya, Uber has announced that it will now issue e-TIMS-compliant invoices on…
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Bolt Ride-Hailing Safety: Tools, Technology, and Driver-Protection Measures
In the latest episode of the Tech Trends Podcast, now available everywhere you get your podcasts, Hazel from Bolt joined…
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Jumia Taps Chinese Vendors to Guard Its E-commerce Lead in Africa
Jumia is reinforcing its marketplace with a fresh influx of Chinese sellers, part of a wider strategy to stay ahead…
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Google’s Gemini and xAI’s Grok Close In on ChatGPT as Consumer AI Tools See Rapid Growth
The consumer AI landscape is shifting, and ChatGPT is no longer unchallenged. Andreessen Horowitz’s latest report shows that Google’s Gemini…
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WhatsApp AI Writing Help Lets You Rephrase Messages Without Sacrificing Privacy
WhatsApp has rolled out WhatsApp AI Writing Help, a new tool that lets users rephrase, polish, or adjust the tone…
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Samsung Unpacked 2025 and Apple iPhone 17 Event Set to Ignite Techtember
September is shaping up to be a landmark month in consumer tech. Samsung Unpacked 2025 is scheduled for September 4,…
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Why African Tech and Finance Startups Are Eyeing London IPOs
London is quietly positioning itself as the go-to destination for African companies seeking capital. For decades, the city has drawn…
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Jumia Welcomes Axian CEO to Supervisory Board as Telecom Expansion Fuels E-Commerce Ambitions
Axian Group CEO Hassanein Hiridjee has officially joined Jumia’s supervisory board, stepping in for Angela K. Mwanza, who resigned on…
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Africa’s Smartphone Market Surges 7% in Q2 as Low-Cost Devices Drive Connectivity Across Key Economies
Africa’s smartphone market is showing signs of resilience. In the second quarter of 2025, shipments rose 7% year-on-year to 19.2…
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Rising Costs Ahead: Spotify Signals More Price Increases While Super Premium Tier Lingers
Spotify is preparing another round of subscription price increases, even as its most ambitious new tier — a long-discussed “super…
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Google Cracks Down on Sideloading: Developer Verification for Android Apps Coming in 2026
For years, Android’s identity has been tied to freedom. Where Apple tightly guards iOS with walled-garden rules, Android has prided…
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Kenya Secures EU’s Sh2.3 Billion Boost to Expand Broadband Access and Bridge Digital Gaps
Kenya has secured a place in a new European Union-backed programme designed to plug Africa’s most persistent internet gaps. The…
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How Skyrocketing Smartphone Prices in Kenya Are Fueling a Device Financing Revolution
Smartphones have become a necessity in Kenya, but owning one has rarely been harder. Prices have climbed so steeply in…
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Kenya Weighs Safaricom Break-Up: M-Pesa, Mobile, and Towers Could Go Independent
Safaricom, the Nairobi-listed giant that dominates Kenya’s telecoms and mobile money landscape, may be headed for one of the most…
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Spotify Promised a Super Premium Tier—Here’s Why It’s Still Missing
Spotify has been hinting at a “Super Premium” tier for more than two years, aiming to offer features like lossless…
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Kenya’s Alcohol Import and Export Licensing Moves Online as NACADA Adopts Trade Facilitation Platform
Kenya’s alcohol importers and exporters are about to face a major procedural overhaul. Beginning October 1, 2025, all licenses and…
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AI Sycophancy as a Dark Pattern: How Chatbots Risk Fueling Delusions and Mental Health Crises
AI chatbots have become increasingly convincing companions, but experts warn their tendency to flatter and affirm users — a behavior…
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Digital Lenders Push for Higher Licensing Threshold to Filter Speculators
A group of Kenya’s digital lenders is calling on the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) to raise the licensing threshold…
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ODPC Moves to Revoke Licences of Rogue Digital Lenders Kenya Over Data Abuse
For many Kenyans, digital loans have become a lifeline—quick money for medical bills, school fees, or simply making it to…
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Kenya Dirty Money Crackdown Intensifies with CBK-UK Treasury Partnership to Protect Financial Sector
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has partnered with the United Kingdom’s finance ministry as part of a broader Kenya…
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When Ride-Hailing Turns Rogue: What If a Driver’s Bias Cost a Passenger Their Care in Kenya?
In the age of ride-hailing, convenience is supposed to be the promise. But what happens when that promise is broken—not…
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Google Cloud Powers Meta’s AI Expansion While Apple Eyes Gemini AI for Siri
Apple is reportedly exploring a collaboration with Google to integrate its Gemini AI into a future iteration of Siri, signaling…
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Apple, Google, and Samsung Smartphones Are No Longer Competing on the Same Track—Here’s What That Means for Users
For years, the smartphone industry moved in lockstep. Every new launch was measured by the same yardsticks: raw power, camera…
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ColorOS 16 Mega Leak Reveals Full Lock Screen Overhaul, Generative Doodles, and Resizable Icons
ColorOS 16 has leaked ahead of its official reveal, giving OPPO and OnePlus fans an early look at what could…
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Are Silicon Carbon Phone Batteries Lifespan Promises Too Good to Be True?
Smartphone makers are racing to deliver ultra-fast charging, and silicon-carbon batteries have become their latest weapon. By swapping graphite anodes…
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Panama Playlists Leak Sparks Alarm: How to Be Private on Spotify Before Your Listening Habits Go Public
When the so-called Panama Playlists went viral, it exposed something most Spotify listeners didn’t realize: much of their music activity…
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Farmers Abandon Hustler Fund as Banks and Fuliza Become the New Go-To Credit Sources
Kenyan farmers are shifting away from the government-backed Hustler Fund and microfinance lenders, turning instead to banks and digital loans…
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Kenya Digital Addresses Remain Elusive as Private Startups Push Solutions for Millions of Unaddressed Citizens
In Kenya, having no physical address is more than an inconvenience. For millions, it is a barrier that keeps them…
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Nairobi’s Ambition to Rival Johannesburg and Mauritius as Africa’s Leading Financial Hub
Kenya is renewing efforts to make Nairobi a regional financial powerhouse. The Nairobi International Finance Centre (NIFC) has rolled out…
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Leaked WhatsApp Chats Reveal Political Maneuvering as Senator Aaron Cheruiyot Confirms Protest Internet Slowdowns
In Kenya, recent protests have exposed a striking truth: control over the internet is becoming a tool of politics. During…
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Mobile Scams Surge in Kenya as Authorities and Operators Step Up to Protect Users from Growing Fraud Threat
Mobile phones have become a lifeline for millions of Kenyans, connecting people to services, finances, and daily routines. But as…
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Kenya’s Tech Firms Pull Ahead as Top Recipients of Foreign Investment
Kenya’s technology companies are drawing a growing share of international investment, leaving traditional sectors such as banking, manufacturing, and retail…
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Cabinet Approval Holds the Key as Kenya Prepares to Reduce Government Stake in Safaricom to Raise Billions
The government’s plans to sell a chunk of its 34.9 percent stake in Safaricom, Kenya’s biggest listed company, now rest…
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Africa Bitcoin Institute Leads the Charge in Bringing African Voices to Cryptocurrency Policy
Anaïse Kanimba grew up in the shadow of global attention. Her father, Paul Rusesabagina, became an international symbol of courage…
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Nine Arrested in Nairobi as Communications Authority Cracks Down on Unlicensed Courier Services in Eastleigh
The bustling streets of Eastleigh, known for their dense network of small businesses and informal trade, were the scene of…
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Google AI Mode Search Rolls Out in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, Transforming How Users Explore the Web with Advanced Reasoning
Google has introduced AI Mode in Search for users in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, ushering in a new era…
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Why the Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s IP68 Rating Changes the Foldable Market
For years, foldable phones have carried an unspoken caveat. They promised futuristic screens and flexible hinges, but always with the…
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Google Pixel 10 Event Shows How Agentic AI and Durable Foldables Are Redefining the Smartphone Relationship
Tech launches in 2025 often feel like a barrage of buzzwords and overblown promises. Google’s latest Made By Google showcase…
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Google Pixel 10 Series Revealed: AI-First Features, Magnetic Accessories, and the Future of Android in 2025
At first glance, the Google Pixel 10 series doesn’t scream reinvention. The design language remains anchored in Google’s recognizable camera…
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Safaricom B-LIVE Launch: Pay-by-the-Hour Internet Redefines Mobile Data in Kenya
Kenya’s mobile internet landscape is evolving with the introduction of the Safaricom B-LIVE service. Safaricom recently launched B-LIVE, a new…
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‘Is My Licence Ready?’ NTSA Launches New Status Portal After Weeks of Complaints From Drivers Across Kenya
The National Transport and Safety Authority has launched an online portal where motorists can check the status of their smart…
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Twitch Monetization in Kenya Halted as New Regulations Force Platform to Suspend Payouts
Twitch has quietly pulled the plug on monetization for Kenyan creators, and the fallout is immediate. No more Bits. No…
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“Are We Dating the Same Man?” Nairobi’s Viral Digital Gossip Sparks Legal Debate Over Privacy and Defamation
Nairobi’s social media scene is buzzing with a new phenomenon. Blogger Njambi fever has turned private relationship drama into a…
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X Struggles on Android Installs as Downloads Plunge 44% and Subscription Revenue Dips
X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is facing a tough period on Android even as iOS downloads keep climbing.…
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Safaricom Ethiopia Mobile Expansion Set to Reshape Financial Access Across a Cash-Dominated Country
Ethiopia’s streets still move largely on cash. Vendors count bills at market stalls, commuters exchange coins on crowded buses, and…
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Chrome’s AI Evolution: How Perplexity, OpenAI, and Gemini Are Reshaping Browsing
Browsers have always been quiet workhorses. Chrome, with its 3.45 billion monthly users, has quietly become the world’s default window…
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Digital Numbering and Rapid Growth Are Redefining Kenya’s Mobile Landscape
In the late 1990s, having a mobile phone in Kenya was a luxury few could afford. A SIM card often…
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Galaxy Z Fold5 Certified Renewed Launch Marks Samsung’s First Refurbished Foldable Offering
Samsung is expanding its Certified Re-Newed program to include foldable devices for the first time — beginning with the Galaxy…
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From PIN Checks to e-Slips: How KRA GavaConnect API Platform is Redefining Tax Services for Developers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is turning its focus to technology in a big way. At its second API Masterclass,…
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NCBA Issues M-Shwari Loan Limit Fraud Warning Amid Rising Mobile Lending Scams
M-Shwari is cautioning its customers to steer clear of anyone promising to “unlock” or “boost” their loan limit. The mobile…
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The New Digital Frontier: How the Huawei ICT Competition is Redefining Kenya’s Tech Future
Kenya’s technology scene has no shortage of bright minds. But turning raw talent into industry-ready expertise is another story. That’s…
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Safaricom Business Fibre Discount Aims to Power SME Growth Across Kenya
In a market where small businesses often wrestle with unreliable internet and limited capital, Safaricom’s latest offer on business fibre…
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Elon Musk Backs Watermarked Video Downloads on X, Tapping Into the Internet’s Long Tradition of Viral Content Reposts
Elon Musk has endorsed a suggestion that could alter how videos circulate on X: make all clips from unlocked accounts…
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Why Samsung’s A Series Is Becoming the Gateway to Its Entire Galaxy Ecosystem
Samsung’s latest Galaxy A Series midrange phones—the Galaxy A26, A36, and A56—are doing more than just closing the spec gap.…
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Night Mode Smartphone Photography: How AI and Sensors Capture Stunning Shots in the Dark
There was a time when taking photos at night with your phone felt like a gamble you were destined to…
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M-Pesa Platform Upgrade: How Safaricom Plans to Future-Proof Africa’s Leading Mobile Money Service
Safaricom’s latest M-Pesa platform upgrade isn’t just a technical milestone—it’s a bet on the future of African finance. The telco…
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A Closer Look at Kenya’s Communications Authority Leadership Swap and Its Implications for Digital Growth
On a quiet Friday morning, a small notice appeared in the Kenya Gazette that barely raised an eyebrow—but behind it…
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Zoholics 2025: Why Zoho in Kenya Is Becoming the Region’s Breakout SaaS Story
Zoho isn’t chasing headlines — it’s building infrastructure. At this year’s Zoholics Kenya, the company showed why it’s gaining traction…
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African Payroll Compliance Software Cuts Costs and Boosts Compliance in 8 Markets
Mediacent Interactive is carving out a space most global software firms have overlooked — payroll systems built for Africa’s tax…
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With Zia AI and Agent Studio, Zoho Targets Enterprise Automation Growth in Kenya
At this year’s Zoholics Kenya, Zoho didn’t just show off new tech. It drew a line in the sand. The…
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How Android 16’s New USB Protection Could Change the Way Your Phone Charges
Android 16 is bringing in more than just tweaks and polish. It’s also dialing up security with a system-wide feature…
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Google TV’s Rapid Growth Masks Deep Monetization Challenges Facing the Platform
Google’s decade-long push into the living room may be entering a new chapter — or a quiet retreat. Despite the…
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Block BEARD: The U.S. Piracy Law That Might Change How You Stream Globally
It’s framed as a move to protect creators. But a bill moving through the U.S. Senate—called the Block BEARD Act—could…
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OpenWay Expands into Francophone Africa with Way4 Platform to Boost Digital Banking
OpenWay, a global provider of digital payment software, is widening its footprint in Francophone Africa with the launch of its…
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Zambians Can Now Access Global Money Transfers Instantly through Chipper Cash and Western Union
Zambia’s Chipper Cash users can now send and receive money around the world, thanks to a new partnership with Western…
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MTN Uganda Hospitality Digitisation Deal Targets 780 Hotels in Nationwide Tech Upgrade
MTN Uganda has signed a new partnership deal with the Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association (UHOA), a move set to bring…
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MTN’s MoMo App Is Now Offering Smartphones on Credit Without Background Checks
MTN’s mobile money platform, MoMo, is offering prepaid users in South Africa a new way to get a smartphone —…
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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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Ripple Acquires Rail in $200 Million Move to Dominate Stablecoin Payments
Ripple has agreed to acquire stablecoin-focused payments startup Rail for $200 million, doubling down on the one corner of crypto…
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Uganda’s OneRamp Joins ViFi Labs to Scale Stablecoin Payments Across Africa and LATAM
ViFi Labs, a decentralized protocol known for its work in stablecoin and foreign currency trading, has acquired Uganda’s OneRamp—a rising…
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TikTok Content Moderation in Kenya Led to 450K Video Removals and 43K Bans in Early 2025
TikTok doesn’t sleep. At least not when it comes to moderating what shows up on your feed. Between January and…
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WhatsApp’s Group Chat Safety Feature Flags Risky Invites Early
In its latest effort to blunt the rise of scam-driven group chats, WhatsApp is introducing a friction layer — a…
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How to Pay for Spotify Premium in Kenya as Prices Rise in 2025
Spotify is raising the cost of its Premium subscriptions in Kenya starting September 2025. With new rates rolling out across…
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itel CITY 100 Combines Looks, Battery, and Real AI Into a Surprisingly Capable Phone
Budget phones usually come with strings attached — slow performance, flimsy builds, or features that sound better on paper than…
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Why Hard Tech in Silicon Valley Is Replacing the App Economy for Good
For years, Silicon Valley churned out apps that made life easier, faster, more connected—at least on the surface. You could…
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Elon Musk Says Vine Video Archive Restoration Is Underway, but a Full Comeback Remains Uncertain
Elon Musk says Vine Video’s archives aren’t gone after all. The short-form video app, which helped launch a generation of…
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Rage Bait Fueled Internet Culture for Years — But Users Are Finally Catching On
There was a time when going viral meant something unexpected happened. A kid post-dentist said something weird. A dress confused…
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Spotify Confirms Price Hike for Premium Plans in Kenya Starting This September
Spotify is raising its premium subscription prices in Kenya next month, tightening the screws on a market where digital convenience…
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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Surges to 700 Million Weekly Users, Fueled by Business Adoption and $8.3B in Fresh Funding
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is now logging 700 million weekly active users, marking a fourfold increase from the same time last year…
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Zuckerberg’s Billion-Dollar Offer Wasn’t Enough—Now Meta Is Poaching From a Startup He Couldn’t Buy
Not long ago, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg approached Mira Murati, the former CTO of OpenAI, with a simple proposition: sell…
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How ChatGPT and Other AIs Mislead by Stripping Language of Context
In a recent probe by The Atlantic, ChatGPT reportedly guided journalists through fictional blood rituals, encouraged self-mutilation, and offered to…
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Tim Cook’s Apple AI Strategy Is Losing Momentum as Competitors Double Down on Innovation
Apple has never been in the business of rushing. The company has long preferred calculated execution over early bets—waiting to…
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OpenAI AI Reasoning Agents Could Transform How We Use Computers to Solve Complex Tasks
The most valuable currency in AI right now isn’t scale — it’s reasoning. After years of fine-tuning large language models…
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YouTube Begins Testing Native Collaboration Tags to Help Creators Grow Together
YouTube is experimenting with a new collaboration feature designed to give creators shared exposure, echoing similar tools already common on…
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Meta’s Personal Superintelligence Strategy Aims to Redefine How We Spend Our Downtime
Meta isn’t trying to outdo ChatGPT anymore. At least not on its turf. Mark Zuckerberg’s latest move reframes the company’s…
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What Happens to Your Files When You Cancel a Cloud Storage Subscription from Apple, Google, Microsoft, or Dropbox
If you haven’t checked your monthly subscriptions lately, you’re probably paying for more than you realize. Streaming platforms, fitness apps,…
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Inside Google’s Gemini Strategy: How One AI Architect Is Changing Everything
When Google named Koray Kavukcuoglu as its first Chief AI Architect, the move barely registered outside tech circles. But inside…
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Battery Upgrades Signal Shift to Power Efficiency and Premium Branding
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup isn’t just about faster chips or prettier glass. This time, the story is in the…
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WhatsApp Calls in Kenya Are Replacing Voice Minutes as Data Costs Fall and Home WiFi Becomes Common
More Kenyans are skipping regular voice calls and going straight to WhatsApp. Whether it’s a quick one-on-one or a full…
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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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Kenya’s New Alcohol Ban Hits E-Commerce and Delivery Apps as Online Sales Blocked
Kenya has widened its alcohol sale restrictions to include online platforms, closing a major loophole that many urban consumers and…
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Africa’s $66M E-Sports Market Is Growing Fast, but Poor Internet Is Still Holding Players Back
Africa’s e-sports market is now worth $66 million, according to Stears. That growth isn’t just impressive — it’s moving six…
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As Generative AI Becomes Mainstream, African Universities Struggle Without Policy
Across lecture halls in Nairobi, Abidjan, and Kigali, students are already using generative AI tools to get ahead in their…
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Why the Chinese Short Drama Industry Is Reshaping Mobile Entertainment Worldwide
Short-form soap operas from China are now driving one of the fastest-growing segments in digital entertainment. Built for vertical viewing,…
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Samsung AI Strategy for Galaxy S26 Could Move Beyond Google’s Gemini
Samsung is looking beyond Google’s Gemini as it sharpens its AI strategy for the next generation of Galaxy phones. The…
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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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PayPal M-PESA Integration Changes Set for August 2025 as Thunes Platform Shuts Down
A notable chapter in Kenya’s digital finance space is drawing to a close. PayPal and M-PESA will soon end support…
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Ethio Telecom Profit Surge Reaches $550M as Subscriber Base Grows to 83 Million
Ethio Telecom reported a pretax profit of $550 million for the fiscal year, an 80% increase from the previous period.…
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Google AI Gemini Growth Pushes Back Against OpenAI and Meta’s Talent Moves
Google’s AI ecosystem is expanding across products and user bases. The company’s Gemini app now reports over 450 million monthly…
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iOS 26 Brings Subtle but Powerful Privacy Features That Could Change How You Use Your iPhone
Apple quietly dropped the public beta of iOS 26 this week, and while the flashiest features—like the new “Liquid Glass”…
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