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BUSINESS
Kibo unveils new commuter motorcycle targeting young city dwellers
Kibo Africa, the Kenyan Motorcycle manufacturer has introduced a new offering aimed at reducing commute times for city dwellers. Dubbed…
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HELB loans will now be disbursed via M-PESA
Safaricom and the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) made some key announcements today that will affect how students loan will…
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OPPO Kenya opens its biggest service center in East Africa in Nairobi
OPPO has opened its biggest Service Centre in the region in Nairobi, Kenya to give customers access to product service,…
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BUSINESS
Stay connected all night with Telkom Kenya’s Usiku Sacco bundle
We live in an era where working or staying up until late has become a common thing. You could be…
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Cyberattackers Leveraged More Than 500 Unique Tools and Tactics in 2022
Sophos has released its Active Adversary Report for Business Leaders, an in-depth look at the changing behaviors and attack techniques…
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Centre Launched to Support Social Justice Organisations Be Digitally Resilient
The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) in partnership with the Africa Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA) coalition members officially launched the…
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realme confirms strategic upgrades to its C Series
realme has confirmed strategic upgrades to its C Series of smartphones to make them affordable to most consumers. The company…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos’ Vendor-Agnostic MDR Service Grows Customer Base by 33% in First Six Months Since Launching New Capabilities
Sophos’ industry-first vendor-agnostic Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service has grown its customer base by 33% in the first six…
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Redmi Note 12 Series coming to Kenya next week
Xiaomi has announced plans to launch its Redmi Note 12 Series in Kenya on 2nd May 2023 comprising the Redmi…
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CA Pushes for Child Online Protection
The Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) has emphasized the need to protect children in the wake of massive technological advancements…
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Shop Zetu Mini App now available on the M-PESA Super App
Fashion e-commerce Shop Zetu has partnered with Safaricom to launch the Shop Zetu Mini App on the M-PESA Super App.…
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Opinions & Guest Posts
Mukesh Bector: Japanese Businesses have been Leading on Sustainability for Years
Modern Japan is international, open and adaptive. But there’s an interesting dichotomy in Japanese culture and business. As much as…
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Oppo Kenya announces winners of the Reno8T photography challenge
Oppo Kenya has announced the winners of its Reno8 T photography challenge which kicked off on 13th March 2023. Winners…
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dLocal launches new payment platform to boost African e-commerce transactions
dLocal has announced the launch of a new all-in-one payment solution to manage global platform payments in one place. Known…
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Cybersecurity firm Sophos announces new leadership appointments
Sophos today announced the promotion of Joe Levy to president of the Sophos Technology Group (STG). The company has also…
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Infinix Takes Mobile Gaming to New Heights with the All-New HOT 30 Series
Infinix Kenya has officially launched the HOT 30 series, which includes the HOT 30, HOT 30 Play, and HOT 30i…
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Understanding the Rules of Online Betting on Tennis
Online betting on tennis can be an exciting way to make some extra cash, but it is important to understand…
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20th edition of East Africa Com tech event to be hosted in Nairobi
East Africa’s premier technology, telecommunication, media, and broadcasting event East Africa Com will return to Nairobi on 25-26 April after a…
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Tanzania’s CHIL Femtech Center launches telemedicine product for students across Africa
CHIL Femtech Center, an entity under the CHIL AI Lab Group, has launched a new technology to improve health care…
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Huawei roots for cloud and solar tech to scale up forest conservation in Kenya
Huawei Technologies has announced plans to scale up the use of cloud and solar technology to deepen environmental conservation in…
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CYBER SECURITY
93% of Organizations Find the Execution of Essential Security Operation Tasks Challenging, Sophos Survey
93% of organizations globally find the execution of some essential security operation tasks, such as threat hunting, challenging. This is…
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Kenyan Creators Shine in TikTok’s Inaugural Africa Creator Hub Programme
A select group of talented content creators from Kenya have just made history as the first graduates of TikTok’s Africa…
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Connected Summit 2023 concludes with a commitment to a digitally inclusive Kenya
The Connected Summit 2023 just came to an end in Diani, Kwale County, highlighting Kenya’s progress and potential for future…
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BUSINESS
Mobile money taxation could hamper financial inclusion gains in Africa, report
In an increasingly digital economy, accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been greater collaboration between the private sector and…
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News
Video: Nokia T21 Tablet Unboxing and First Impressions Review
For under Ksh 40k, the Nokia T21 tablet can be a good choice for users seeking an affordable and reliable…
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Brian Mallari: Why You Need to Back Up Your Business
Worrying about losing data isn’t something you have to lose sleep over if you have an active data backup strategy.…
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Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr popularly knowns as Shatta Wale has landed in Kenya. Wale was seen…
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HMD Global brings the Nokia G60 5G to Kenya for Ksh 52,999
Nokia G60 5G is HMD’s most eco-friendly G-series device to date and will be available in Kenya starting today for…
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Alpheus Mangale takes over from Oliver Fortuin as new SEACOM Group CEO
SEACOM has announced that Alpheus Mangale is joining the company as the incoming Group CEO, effective 1 April 2023. Mangale…
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Nigeria’s Autochek appoints US automotive industry veteran Robert Granados to its board
Autochek, the Nigerian startup making car ownership more accessible and affordable across Africa has appointed US automotive industry leader and…
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LG introduces its new lineup of home appliances
LG Electronics has unveiled its second-generation LG SIGNATURE home appliance line-up. The line-up, first unveiled at the LG Showcase MEA…
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24BIt
[24Bit Podcast] The State of Paying for Social Media in 2023
This is a discussion of the different aspects of social media, how things have changed to the extent in which…
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BUSINESS
KEBS highlights impact of standards on economic growth
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has emphasized the critical role of standards in catalyzing business growth, enhancing efficiency, and…
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An Overview of Popular Mobile Casino Apps Available to South African Gamblers
Are you looking to expand your online casino gaming experience? Are you tired of sitting straight at your computer desk…
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BUSINESS
SYSPRO’s new ERP delivers cutting-edge capabilities to manufacturers
Global ERP software provider SYSPRO has announced new capabilities in its most recent ERP version. The new version comes with enriched functionality for improved…
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MossBets Revolutionizing Virtual Gaming in Kenya
MossBets, a leading online sports betting platform in Kenya has announced plans to start distributing branded merchandise to grassroot football…
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BUSINESS
M-PESA Africa opens a $2 Million in Shared Service Operations Centre in Nairobi
M-Pesa Africa on Wednesday launched a Shared Service Operations Centre (SSOC) in Nairobi to oversee service operations and technical support.…
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Fawzia Ali appointed new Safaricom Chief Consumer Business Officer
Safaricom has confirmed the appointment of Fawzia Ali as its new Chief Consumer Business Officer. Fawzia has been holding the…
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Zone Unveils Crypto-Gaming Platform with USD.250 monthly prize
Zone, a blockchain gaming company, has launched the first crypto-gaming platform for gamers in Kenya. The web-based game-fi platform enables…
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News
TESPOK and Soliton Telmec confirm sponsorship for the Connected Summit 2023
Soliton Telmec and TESPOK have announced their sponsorship for the upcoming Connected Summit 2023. The annual event now in its…
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Mukesh Bector: The Ingredients of Tech Innovation
Time only moves in one direction, and with it, we must keep evolving. Technology has become central to our development…
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How to Choose the Right Online Casino Website for Beginners
Are you new to the exciting world of online casinos? Can’t decide which website is right for you? Don’t worry…
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LG TONE-free Earbuds: The Ultimate Fix for Common Wireless Headset Problems
LG TONE-free Earbuds: Wireless earbuds have become the go-to choice for music lovers who prefer a hands-free experience with music,…
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BUSINESS
Fin acquires Thuthukani and integrates it as Fin Home Loans in South Africa
Fintech firm Fin has announced that it has completed the acquisition of South African housing finance provider Thuthukani Housing Finance…
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[24Bit Podcast] A sitdown with LOOP discussing their new app and new approach
In this episode we sit down with Eric Muriuki, NCBA Group Director, Digital Business, and Jimmy Mwangondi, Chief Product Officer…
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Microsoft ADC launches Season 4 of university students’ coding competition
University students from across Kenya and some parts of Africa can now apply to participate in season 4 of the…
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The Benefits of Using Cryptocurrency at Online Casinos
As the popularity of cryptocurrency continues to soar, people have become more and more interested in using it as a…
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ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Concludes Inaugural Program with Demo Day
Techstars, in partnership with Lagos-based innovation program ARM Labs, marked the completion of its inaugural ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator…
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Win Big With These Proven Tactics: How to bet successfully on the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
The Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your bets.…
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Safaricom and Huawei Unveil 5G Experience Centres in Nairobi
Kenyas leading telco Safaricom has today partnered with Huawei to unveil three 5G experience centres across Nairobi. The three centres,…
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Sophos Demonstrates How to Make ChatGPT a Cybersecurity Co-Pilot
Sophos today released new research on how the cybersecurity industry can leverage GPT-3, the language model behind the now well-known ChatGPT…
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Gadgets
OPPO Reno8 T Series Taking One Step Forward in Performance
How often do you upgrade your smartphone? According to research by Strategy Analytics, for most people around the world, the…
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Zipline Unveils New Autonomous System Designed for Home Delivery
Zipline has unveiled its new platform that provides quiet, fast, and precise autonomous delivery directly to homes in cities and…
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Tips to Keep Your Money Safe in the Era of Growing Digital Fraud
The financial sector has undergone a significant transformation over the years, owing to the rapid technological advancements. Banking, in particular,…
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The New Reno8 T 5G’s Ultra-Clear Imaging System Perfectly Captures the Details of Life
Equipped with the latest hardware updates and the newest portrait imaging features — including the brand-new Ultra-Clear Imaging System, OPPO…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Endpoint Security Advancements Improve Cyberthreat Defenses and Streamline Management
Sophos has introduced innovative advancements to its portfolio of industry-leading endpoint security offerings. New adaptive active adversary protection; Linux malware…
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Jabra brings its remote work tools to Kenya in new partnership with Mart Networks
Jabra, a Danish firm specializing in audio equipment more recently videoconference systems has partnered with Mart Networks, a technology distributor to…
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Paradigm Initiative calls for digital gender equality for women in Africa
African Governments have been urged to initiate reforms to bridge the digital gender divide currently being experienced on the continent.…
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LG rolls out new XBoom portable speakers
LG has added two new portable 2023 speaker models to its XBoom series comprising the XL7 and XL5 models. The…
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Microsoft launches technical skill-enhancement program for university lecturers in Kenya
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) and Microsoft Leap have announced the launch of an inaugural workshop intentionally designed for…
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Western Digital’s 22TB external drives now available for purchase in Kenya
Western Digital has announced the availability of its new WD Purple Pro 22TB CMR hard drives in Kenya. The company…
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Itel A60 with 6.6 HD+ screen and 5000mAh battery officially launched
Itel has announced the launch of its most affordable 4G smartphone, the Itel A60 in Kenya and other African markets.…
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Opinions & Guest Posts
Christopher Budd: Three Simple Steps Twitter Users Need to Take to Stay Secure Amidst Twitter Turmoil
Twitter is in an unprecedented era of uncertainty. When security professionals face uncertainty, we plan for the worst. In the…
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Here’s OnlineBettingSA’s betting market report: The Future of Online Betting in South Africa
The Covid 19 lockdown primarily affected the South African gambling industry. The online betting industry started booming as the lockdown…
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How to Maximize Your Chances with Odibet’s Jackpot Bonuses
Are you looking to maximize your chances of winning big jackpots while playing on Odibet? Then look no further than…
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BUSINESS
Western Union, MFS Africa partner to enable money transfers mobile wallets across Africa
MFS Africa has partnered with Western Union to enable individuals and businesses across the continent to receive money from over…
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BUSINESS
6 Banks sign up to Safaricom’s SIM-swap check anti-fraud solution
Safaricom has announced that it has signed up 6 banks to its SIM-Swap-Check Anti-fraud solution. The solution provides banks with…
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News
Tecno Just Showcased a Chameleon Colour-Changing Technology at MWC
A lot of interesting announcements and mobile technologies are being showcased at the ongoing Mobile World Conference (MWC) in Barcelona.…
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News
Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Series hits the shelves in Kenya starting today
Samsung has announced today that customers in Kenya and other markets now buy the Galaxy S23 smartphones following the lapse…
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eSIM demand grows as Workz strengthens market position
eSIM provider, Workz, has been identified as one of the top five eSIM platform providers in the world for the…
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CLOUD
dx5’s Africa Cloud and Security Summit Returns for 13th Year
dx5 (formerly CIO Africa) has announced that it will host the 13th annual Africa Cloud & Security Summit on 16…
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[24Bit Podcast] The Biggest Tech Stories in February 2023
In this episode of our 24Bit podcast, we discuss everything that happened in February. Our guest – who will be…
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OPPO Reno8 T: Taking Users One Step Forward with its fresh Dual Micro-Curved Design
With each generation of Reno series smartphones, OPPO has always searched for unique ways to combine innovative technology with stylish…
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2023’s Best Betting Bonuses: An In-depth Guide
With the rise of online betting sites, it is important to understand which bonuses are best suited for your gaming…
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[24Bit Podcast] Our Thoughts on the New Oppo Reno8 T Series
Listen in to the conversation with Emmanuel Chenze, Dickson Otieno, and Nick Kanali on the new OPPO Reno8 T series…
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BUSINESS
10th Edition of the Sankalp Africa Summit is coming to Nairobi
Over 1,500 delegates will be convening in Nairobi for the 10th edition of the Sankalp Africa Summit. The two-day summit…
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realme Expands R&D Resources to Power its World-leading Fast Charging Technology
realme confirmed this week the upcoming release of its next-gen flagship realme GT3 which will feature a world-leading 240W fast…
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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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Comparison between the Nokia X30 5G and Nokia G60 5G
In the past, with mobile technology, it’s easier to recommend one phone over the other, just based on price. But…
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Amazon’s Ring Home Security products launched in Kenya
Mart Networks has launched the distribution of select devices of Ring LLC, a home security and smart home company owned…
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BUSINESS
A Closer Look at the Importance of IT Support for Small Businesses
For small businesses, staying on top of the latest technology and IT support can be a difficult task. This article…
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How Technology is Shaping the Business Environment
The COVID-19 pandemic forever changed the way we do business across all sectors of the economy. The disruption caused a…
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News
OPPO Reno 8T 5G Specs, Price and Availability in Kenya
OPPO Reno 8T 5G Specs: OPPO plans to launch its latest mobile phone line, OPPO Reno8 T, in Kenya this…
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Tecno announces an exclusive club for Phantom X2 series users
Tecno Mobile has today announced an exclusive club for users of its recently launched Phantom X2 Series. Dubbed ‘PHANTOM CLUB’,…
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Cybersecurity firm Infopercept appoints Jitendra Bulani as CMO
Cybersecurity solutions and services company Infopercept Consulting has appointed Jitendra Bulani as Chief Marketing Officer. He joins the firm from…
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7 Most Successful Kenyan Athletes of All Time
Kenyans can rekindle their connection to their past through sports, which also helps them get recognition abroad. Since prehistory, sports…
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DEAL: Samsung’s Freestyle portable LED projector now selling for a 38% discount on Brandcart
The Samsung Freestyle portable LED projector is a highly sought-after piece of tech and for a good reason. The Freestyle…
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Oppo Reno 8T 5G Unboxing and First Impressions Review
Oppo Reno 8T 5G Unboxing: Oppo is expected to launch the Reno 8T series in Kenya this month. The series…
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Everyone has a role to play in financial fraud
For a long time now, financial service providers have sought to redefine the customer experience in the face of 21st-century technological…
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Gadgets
Meet LG’s first 97-inch OLED TV with wireless transmission
LG Electronics made some interesting announcements at CES 2023. The company unveiled the second-generation LG SIGNATURE home appliance lineup and…
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News
[24Bit Podcast] Discussing the New NCBA Loop App; Our Thoughts and Frustrations!
We are all NCBA Loop customers. And we’ve been for the longest time. In this episode, hear our frustrations in…
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News
LG ThinQ UP lets customers upgrade their home appliances with new features
In December last year, LG Electronics announced the global launch of its LG ThinQ UP upgradeable home appliances which included…
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Equity Mobile app now supports Western Union international money transfers
Equity Bank customers can now send and receive money conveniently through Western Union straight from their phones. The bank announced…
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Olaseni Alabede joins MFS Africa’s Global Technology Partners as new CTO
Global Technology Partners (GTP), an MFS Africa company has appointed Olaseni Alabede as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). He…
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News
Nokia T10 Tablet Specs, Price and Availability in Kenya
HMD Global, the makers of Nokia phones made the Nokia T10 tablet available in Kenya a week ago. Featuring an…
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Browse more for less with Telkom Kenya Mambo 99 bundle
Telkom Kenya launched the Mambo 99 tariff in May last year to give customers data and minutes at competitive pricing.…
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24BIt
[24Bit Podcast] What’s good with the new Samsung Galaxy S23 Series?
Samsung last week officially unveiled its latest devices in the S Series comprising the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, and…
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Vendors and consumers turned to entry-level smartphones in 2022, realme
Entry-level smartphones helped some mobile vendors to keep up their shipment numbers in a tough year characterized by a general…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Discovers Fake Apps Found on Apple’s App Store Used by Cybercriminals for CryptoRom Schemes
Sophos on Wednesday released new findings on CryptoRom scams—elaborate financial fraud schemes that prey on and trick dating app users…
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Beach Boyz FC Wins 12th Edition of KOT 5 Aside Tournament
Beach Boyz FC on Saturday, February 4, won the inaugural #KOT5Aside at Nyali Futsal Arena in Mombasa County. Beach Boyz…
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News
Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa listed among Top 20 Digital Economy leaders
Peter Ndegwa, Safaricom CEO has been named among the Top 20 Digital Economy leaders in Kenya by Digital Economy Magazine.…
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