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24BIt
24Bit Episode 7: A discussion on taxi hailing Apps in Kenya
Taxi-hailing apps have been flooding the Kenyan market in recent days. Ever since the advent of Uber, major cities and…
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COLUMNS
Op-Ed: Empowering Generation Z through technology
Ben Roberts, Liquid Telecom’s Group CTIO, explains how access to technology can inspire a new generation of African techies. The…
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BUSINESS
Significant smartphone penetration and supportive government regulations driving global consumer telematics market growth.
The significant penetration of smartphones, lowered connectivity costs, high-speed internet technologies and supportive government regulations is driving the growth of…
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COLUMNS
How to track your lost phone that is turned off
By Elizabeth Mason Smartphones have become an integral part of a person’s life. Whether it is a boon or a…
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24BIt
24Bit Episode 6: Are online reviews relevant for businesses?
Online reviews have been termed as key drivers in customer purchase decision. Traders across different spheres of the global economy confess…
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Blockchain
Top blockchain myths to be busted in the year 2018
Blockchain has shown a great potential to be the next disruptive technology, with some experts claiming it to be the…
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BUSINESS
Digital credit scoring is paving the way to more affordable microloans in East Africa.
Fintech companies are using digital technology to score the creditworthiness of people in emerging markets, potentially enabling millions of people…
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COLUMNS
Online vs Offline Software – Make the right choice!
Managing the stock and inventory of a pharmacy is a difficult task. The wide variety of medicines in varying strengths…
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News
72 network operators across the globe already testing 5G
As mobile operators race to deliver next-generation services for subscribers and IoT connectivity, the pace of 5G field trials and…
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BUSINESS
5 Reasons why Falling in Love with Android is Inevitable
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and love is undoubtedly in the air. That could only mean one…
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News
Liquid Telecom and other Industry leaders to gather in Kigali for the Africa Tech Summit.
Industry leaders will from 14th -15th February gather in Kigali Rwanda for the Africa Tech Summit. They will include international…
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24BIt
The State of eCommerce in Kenya – 24Bit, Episode 5
Watch and Listen to our latest podcast as we discuss the state of eCommerce in Kenya. You can also listen…
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COLUMNS
Still waiting to catch the IoT bus? Here’s where it’s going in 2018
The breakthroughs that change our lives do not, usually, arrive in the world with a loud fanfare and an instant…
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News
Growing Africa’s digital ecosystem by bringing high touch to high tech
The international tech community is nurturing Africa’s digital ecosystem by supporting skills development, technology adoption and the growth of digital…
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BUSINESS
Investment in tracking technologies should be a key focus for business
In today’s society, technology has been changing at an unprecedented pace. When you consider that tablets sales are now about…
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BUSINESS
KRA says its new CRMS has enhanced service delivery
The Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) says its new Customer Relationship Management Solution (CRMS) has enhanced taxpayer experience, improved service delivery and…
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News
ICT Authority Scoop’s Gold Mark Award at the CIO 100 Awards
Kenya’s ICT Authority earned the distinguished CIO 100 Gold Mark Award during the 7th East Africa CIO 100 Awards. The…
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News
LG, HERE partner to implement Next-Generation Telematics Strategy in Self-Driving Era
LG Electronics (LG) is partnering with HERE Technologies (HERE), a global provider of digital mapping and location services, to offer…
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COLUMNS
Being open about being open: priorities for IT in 2018
By Thomas Di Giacomo, CTO at SUSE There are some big things set to come in 2018. In fact, we…
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COLUMNS
Beginner’s Guide to VPN Terms
Kenya is the Internet freedom-friendly country while Nairobi is dubbed as a Silicon Savannah and the next tech capital of…
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News
Fintech firm AllenHark launches pre-ico sale targeting $250,000 to build its cryptocurrency trader platform
AllenHark Group has launched a presales initial coin offering (ICO) to build its AllenHark Terminal (HRK). AllenHark Terminal is a…
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News
Nokia and Vodacom sign MoU to conduct 5G trials in South Africa
Nokia and Vodacom have signed an MoU to conduct Nokia 5G technology trials in South Africa. The trial is also part…
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BUSINESS
Kenya’s opposition party NASA asks its supporters to boycott Safaricom
Kenya’s opposition party NASA has called on its supporters to boycott Safaricom products and services. The move comes after Raila…
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News
Sophos XG Firewall Delivers a Breakthrough in Network Visibility with Synchronized App Control
Sophos today announced the latest version of its next-generation Sophos XG Firewall that delivers a breakthrough in network traffic visibility.…
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News
10 Things You Did Not Know About Jumia House
Launched in 2013, Jumia House is a global property portal focusing exclusively on emerging markets. The fast-growing platform is currently…
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News
Digital health among the top agenda at the AfricaCom 2017 conference
Mobile technology is, without doubt, the next great ‘enabler’ in healthcare in Africa. A mobile phone has become a biosensor,…
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News
Safaricom, CA dismiss NASA claims that the telecommunications operator helped rig August polls.
Telecommunications operator Safaricom has dismissed claims by Kenya’s opposition leader Raila Odinga that it was complicit in manipulating the August…
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24BIt
24Bit Episode One – Lets Talk About Blogging.
TechTrendsKE has been in existence for a while now, let me just say it has been close to five years…
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News
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#AfricaCom2017: New #IoT conference stream added to AfricaCom agenda
Recognising the role the Internet of Things (IoT) will play in redefining our world, especially across Africa, AfricaCom 2017 has…
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News
Huawei partners with Redington and VST ECS to Expands Global Reach
Huawei has signed Global Distributor Strategic Cooperation Agreements with Redington and VST ECS. According to these agreements, the companies will…
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BUSINESS
IDC, Oracle to Host Exclusive Roundtable for Banking Executives in Johannesburg
Oracle and International Data Corporation (IDC) are to jointly host a Banking Executive Roundtable later this month at the Saxon…
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News
GE Partners with Hewlett Packard Enterprise for Digital Solutions across MEA and Turkey
Digital Industrial Company GE signed a $25 Million strategic partnership agreement with Hewlett Packard Enterprise that will bring GE Digital’s breakthrough…
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News
East Africa Data Centre featured in the latest issue of African Business Review
As the first and most connected data centre space in East Africa, East Africa Data Centre (EADC) faces the challenge…
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News
Nokia wants to ease mobile operators entry into IoT market
Nokia has announced that it’s expanding its Worldwide IoT Network Grid (WING) to make it easier for mobile operators to…
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News
Report, Changing markets driving gradual increase in EAS spend
Despite economic uncertainties and political instability, large and medium-sized organizations in South Africa continue to steadily increase their software investments…
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News
More consolidation on the cards for Ghanaian ICT market, says IDC
While the Ghanaian ICT market is more mature in comparison to other West African countries, quality of service (QoS) remains…
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CYBER SECURITY
Don’t be a sitting duck against #IoT threats
As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to gain traction, organizations will have to reassess their security practices to accommodate…
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BUSINESS
New technologies Boosting SMEs Profits in Kenya
A couple of weeks ago, a friend sent me a very interesting article on Kenya’s paradigm shift in technology. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
The importance of securing Data Centres in the digital age.
Despite the advantages that emerging technologies bring organisations, decision-makers need to realise that data remains the key behind business success.…
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News
The rise of innovation accelerators in Sub-Saharan Africa
While businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa have steadily been adopting 3rd Platform technologies such as cloud, mobility, big data analytics and…
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News
Next Einstein Forum launches Africa Science Week in Nairobi, Kenya
African Media Agency (AMA) The Next Einstein Forum (NEF), an initiative of the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) in…
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Reviews
Oppo F3 Review: Great selfie camera, but is it worth spending your cash on?
It has been a month since Chinese phone maker Oppo unveiled the Oppo F3 smartphone in the Kenyan market. You…
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CYBER SECURITY
The annual CIO East Africa Security Summit kicks off in Nairobi
CIO East Africa in conjunction with the International Data Group (IDG), yesterday held its second annual Africa Security Summit at…
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COLUMNS
The Case for Digitalization: 5 Signs You Are Lagging Behind
Dear business owner, Your customers have been spoiled. Thanks to companies like OLX and Uber, they now expect you to…
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News
It’s time for CIOs in EA to be less engineering and more pioneering
The role of the East African CIO has never been more critical to business success — leading innovation, driving ROI…
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COLUMNS
How to Restore Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 10
You may lose your important data due to accidental loss or you might have permanently deleted an important file which…
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COLUMNS
A new meaning for CIOs: Champions of Innovation in Organisations
Kenyan CIOs should be ready to surf the next wave of digital disruption By Nikki Summers, Regional Director for Sage…
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News
Nokia enables companies in MENA to capatilise on the opportunities of IoT
Organizations across the world are investing in the digital transformation to remain relevant to their customers and survive disruption. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
Uiwix Ransomware Ain’t a New Version of WannaCry!
Chinese government authorities have warned against a new ransomware named “Uiwix”, which is tested in the wild. This new ransomware…
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News
Liquid Telecom and Newtec Win Global Award for Development of Always-On Satellite Links for Enterprises in Africa
Liquid Telecom and Newtec were among the companies that were recognized at the Global Telecoms Business Innovation Awards. The…
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News
Data Recovery is Made Convenient with EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
In today’s fast-paced digital realm and emerging nanotech workplace, storing information electronically becomes the standard method of organizations and businesses…
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News
Infinix S2 Pro Review: Wefie, Selfie and all the things you love about smartphone photography
I have been using the Infinix S2 Pro for a while now and it’s probably one of the best devices…
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News
Rwanda Government pioneers Smart City Innovation with SRG and Nokia
Rwanda, Kigali – Nokia and SRG will collaborate with the Government of Rwanda to deploy Smart City technology to improve…
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COLUMNS
How is digital transformation changing the medical profession?
By Kunle Awosika, Microsoft Kenya’s Country Manager The future of personal healthcare goes something like this. An asthma patient wakes up…
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New Appointments
Laura Chite replaces Harry Hare as the new CIO East Africa CEO
CIO East Africa has announced the appointment of Laura Chite as its new Chief Executive. She succeeds Harry Hare, who…
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COLUMNS
CIOs should embrace the role of championing innovation and agility in the business
The previous wave of digital disruption, triggered by mobile technology, caught most CIOs and organizations off guard. 10 years ago, hardly…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Server Protection products now optimized with CryptoGuard Technology
IT security firm Sophos has announced that its next-generation anti-ransomware ‘CryptoGuard’ technology is now available with its ‘Sophos Server Protection’…
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Apps
How to protect your app from getting hacked
At any given point of time, users have 5 to 20 apps installed on their devices ranging from games,…
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News
Huawei and Honeywell partner for smart city projects across the globe
Huawei has announced a new partnership with American based technology firm Honeywell Home and Buildings Technologies to pursue large-scale smart…
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News
Internet Solutions in Ksh.280 Million deal with Telco Systems for network upgrade
Internet Solutions Kenya, Formerly Access Kenya Group, has announced a partnership Telco Systems for the upgrade of its fiber…
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COLUMNS
Opinion: Africa’s Leap Frog to Sustainable Technology for industries
It is safe to say that the industrial sector in Africa is still developing, and an increasing number of countries…
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Apps
Everything You Need to Know About 5 Biggest Messenger Apps [Infographic]
I still remember my reaction when my 60 years old dad sent me a GIF via whatsapp. I still remember…
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News
Microsoft gathers African leaders in Nairobi to discuss digital transformation in the public sector
Microsoft is bringing together government decision makers from across the African continent to discuss digital transformation in the public…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Announces Unified Security and Control solution for Mobile Devices, Laptops and IoT devices
Sophos has today announced its the latest version of its Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) solution. Known as Sophos Mobile 7,…
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COLUMNS
Opinion: A look to the bank of the future
Imagine a world where you could predict when your customers will have their first thought about retirement planning and be…
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CYBER SECURITY
How secure is your data, really?
More than 554 million data records were stolen during the first half of 2016, a 31% increase from the previous six…
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News
Infographic: 5 Ways Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Can Deliver Return On Investment (ROI)
Business owners usually measure ROI (Return On Investment) based on its added statistical value on various business processes- from financial…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos launches new solution to Combat Low Security Awareness Among End-Users
Sophos has today launched a new advanced phishing attack simulator and training solution to combat low-security awareness among end-users. Known…
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Startups
What does it mean for technology to be innately African?
Mobile and cloud may be global technologies, but African start-ups have explored their functionalities, shaped their applications and used them…
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News
Sophos announces special partner initiatives for small businesses in Africa
Network and endpoint security leader Sophos has announced a new special training and incentive initiative for small and medium-sized businesses…
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News
Huawei Mate 9 Wins a Record Eight Awards at CES 2017
Global technology media outlets have recognized Huawei with 8 awards at CES 2017, thanks to the new Huawei Mate 9…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cybersecurity: Hacking the vote -Should Alshabaab make us worried about 2017 polls?
Cybersecurity is one of the biggest challenges Kenya has been trying to fight. Reports of government institutions being hacked by…
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Reviews
Infinix ZERO 4 Review: Full Package with Amazing features
I have been interacting with the Infinix ZERO 4 device for a while now. During the unboxing article, I did…
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Startups
Opinion: Why startups must know their playing field
The startup scene in Africa is rapidly growing with so many start-ups coming up with great ideas that will change…
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COLUMNS
Guest Post: There’s no business too small to benefit from data analytics
Start-ups: Don’t drown in data Let’s set a quick scenario. Kevin is an entrepreneur who owns a kiosk selling locally…
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News
New portal launched to report news on Africa’s digital development
Connecting Africa will provide news coverage and analysis of the forces that are shaping digital Africa and will chart the…
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News
#CIO100AwardsEA: CIOs urged to lead Digital Innovation in their Organisations
CIOs in East Africa have been urged to work closely with their boards to invest in technology that will enable…
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COLUMNS
Guest Post: Save Yourself The Trouble – Learn About Data Recovery
Have you ever lost an important file on your computer or flash drive? Was that file extremely important to your…
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CYBER SECURITY
Guest Post: Do You Own One of the Most Hackable Devices?
An IT solutions company in the Philippines, as well as other cybersecurity firms, have stressed that everything connected to the…
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BUSINESS
EADC Launches new Power Plant to push it up the ‘green’ ladder as a green data center
The East Africa Data Centre (EADC) has launched a new dedicated $5m Kenya Power substation in Nairobi. This new station…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Lab Indicates Main Threat Vectors for Europe
Global cybersecurity company, Kaspersky Lab, held its annual European Cyber Security Weekend in Malta from 20 to 23 October. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Lab announces new business solution to empower SMBs
Kaspersky Lab announces a new Software-as-a-Service solution that will provide small and medium-sized businesses with multi-layered IT security. Known as…
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News
Microsoft Azure to be made available to Kenyan NGOs
Microsoft has announced that it will be making Microsoft Azure – the company’s open, flexible, enterprise-grade cloud computing platform available…
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News
Microsoft Launches Campaign to Support Small, Medium Businesses in Kenya
Microsoft has partnered with Intel, Lenovo and Dell to launch a campaign aimed at expanding business solutions available to small,…
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Startups
Meet iLuun Air, the World’s First Wireless USB Flash Drive for Smartphones and Tablets
Mobile storage is currently limited to huge bulky hard drives which require wires and cables or cloud-based solutions that require…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos unveils Sophos Intercept X to extend its Next-Generation Endpoint Security Capabilities
Sophos has announced has unveiled its next-generation endpoint security product that stops zero-day malware, unknown exploit variants and stealth attacks.…
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INSURANCE
Lack of education on ICT to blame for growing cyber attacks on Insurance and banking sectors in Kenya.
Insurance and banking services sectors in the country need to enhance the pace of deployment of secure Information Communication Technology…
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News
Every 10th crypto-ransomware attack is aimed at corporate users
The business segment is becoming a more and more attractive target for cipher-malware developers. According to a Kaspersky Lab report…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool available free of charge for businesses
Kaspersky Lab has launched Kaspersky Anti-Ransomware Tool for Business – a free software that offers complementary security to protect corporate…
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News
Dimension Data EA Wins Four awards at 2016 Microsoft Partner of the Year awards
Dimension Data East Africa has won the 2016 Microsoft Country Partner of the Year Award for Rwanda and Tanzania regions.…
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CYBER SECURITY
Guest Post: Advanced cyber threats, demystified
A few years from now someone will start writing the history of advanced, highly sophisticated cyber threats. This person will…
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News
Global ICT company INTRASOFT opens its regional office in Kenya
Global ICT company INTRASOFT has announced the opening of its regional office in Kenya. The establishment of INTRASOFT International EAST…
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BUSINESS
Eclectics Groups urges organizations to adopt new CRM technologies.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) has grown to become one of the best practices, strategies and technologies that organisations adopt to…
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News
Microsoft is buying LinkedIn for $26.2 Billion
Microsoft has today announced that it is buying professional networking service site LinkedIn in a deal worth $26.2 billion. Under…
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Social Media
The most followed account on Twitter with 89M followers has been hacked.
Social media accounts get hacked all the time. Kenyan Tweeps and other Twitter users across the globe have always reported…
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Interviews
”We were lucky to get into the Techstars incubator” – Bamba Group
In February this year, prominent US accelerator Techstars selected Kenyan Startup Bamba Group as the first East African company, they…
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News
ICANN opens its first African Regional Engagement Office in Nairobi
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has opened its first African regional engagement office in Nairobi. ICANN…
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Reviews
Tecno DroiPad 8II Quick Review
Tecno Mobile launched the Tecno DroiPad 8II tablet into the Kenyan market. The tablet, as I had mentioned in my…
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Reviews
UC Browser Review, Best Browser for Downloads
UC Browser is China’s leading and most popular mobile browser. The browser recently launched in Kenya and other African markets.…
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Interviews
China’s UC Browser is here, this is what they are bringing to the Kenyan market
Last month we told you about UC Browser, China’s largest mobile browser launching in Kenya. With a 20 percent global…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cybersecurity: It’s time to ReThink Security Management
“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing…
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