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CYBER SECURITY
Cyber Threats in Kenya Triple to 2.54 Billion in Just Three Months
Kenya’s cyber security space continues to experience massive threats, with the number of threats detected in Q3 of the 2024/2025…
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CYBER SECURITY
Median Ransom Now $1M, But 53% Paid Less Than Asked
Nearly 50% of companies in 2025 paid ransom to get their data back – the second highest rate of ransom…
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Mobile Money Subscriptions in Kenya Hit 45.4 Million
Mobile money subscriptions in Kenya grew by 7.3% to reach 45.4 million users in the quarter ending March 2025. This…
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Samsung Knox Vault on the Samsung Galaxy A56 Brings Flagship-Level Protection with the Strongest Midrange Security Yet
The Samsung Galaxy A56 doesn’t just punch above its weight in display and performance. Its biggest surprise? Knox Vault, Samsung’s…
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Performance Review: A Midrange Phone That Feels Like a Flagship
Samsung Galaxy A56 performance is changing the midrange game. It combines the speed of a flagship-level chipset, intelligent AI tools,…
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Updates Will Evolve With Android and AI Through 2031
In a market flooded with short-lived Android devices, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is turning heads—not just for its sleek design…
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Smarter Without the Price Tag: The Best Samsung Galaxy A56 AI Features Explained
Samsung Galaxy A56 AI Features: Samsung’s A-Series has always delivered value, but the Galaxy A56 takes things further. With powerful…
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COLUMNS
Vinay Hirallal: From Vulnerable to Vigilant – Embedding Threat Resilience to Your Organization
With the continent’s rapid digital transformation, African businesses are being exposed to increasingly complex cyber threats. As their digital footprint…
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News
Kenya ICT Sector Q3 2025: Starlink Rise, SIM Surge, Cyber Soars
Let’s be real—life in Kenya is digital now. Phones are everywhere. Money moves through mobile. Streaming is part of the…
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Tech Challenge Kenya 2025 Expands Nationwide
The Tech Interactive, Silicon Valley’s leading science and technology centre, is expanding its engineering design program in Kenya with the…
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News
From Olivia to Taylor: Why I Switched from Spotify to SoundCloud for EDM Versions That Hit Harder
I didn’t ditch Spotify overnight. It took a while. It started with one remix I couldn’t find. Then two. Then…
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Social Media
Performing Love and Labeling Pain: How TikTok Changed Modern Love for Gen Z
Love today isn’t just felt — it’s documented, shared, analyzed, and sometimes even diagnosed. TikTok, a platform known for its…
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African Filmmakers Join the Oscars Academy in 2025’s Most Globally Diverse Class Yet
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has extended invitations to 534 new members this year, including a standout…
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Apple’s F1 Movie and the Digital Fan Boom Power Formula 1’s Growth in Africa
When F1: The Movie hits theaters this weekend (Premiers today at Century Cinemax), it won’t just be testing the limits…
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News
World MSME Day 2025: How Safaricom is Enabling Kenyan MSMEs to Scale
As the world marks World MSME Day 2025, the spotlight turns to the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises that form…
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News
As YouTube Dominates the Big Screen, TikTok and Instagram TV Apps Make Their Move into Streaming
Move over Netflix — TikTok and Instagram TV apps are coming for your couch time too. For years, social video…
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BUSINESS
I&M Group Taps ThetaRay for AI-Powered AML Compliance Across East Africa
I&M Group PLC has entered a strategic partnership with ThetaRay, a global leader in cognitive AI for financial crime compliance,…
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News
Axian Telecom $600 Million Bond Issuance Attracts Strong Global Investor Interest
Axian Telecom has completed a major financial milestone with the pricing of its $600 million Senior Notes due in 2030.…
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Tech
OI Lead Initiative Opens Applications to Equip Youths in Rural Kenya with AI Skills
The Otermans Institute has launched the call for applications for the OI Lead Initiative, a new AI literacy programme aimed…
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News
How to Use Technical Indicators for Crypto: A Practical Guide for Traders
Introduction The cryptocurrency market is volatile, fast-paced, and operates 24/7, making it both a lucrative and risky environment for traders.…
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Tech
Kenya’s Shamba Records, Apexloads Among Startups Picked for Google for Startups Accelerator
Google has selected 15 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups,…
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News
Kenya Restricts Telegram Amid Media Ban on June 25 Protests, NetBlocks Confirms
Kenya has begun restricting access to the popular messaging platform Telegram, according to real-time network data from NetBlocks, a global…
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News
Communications Authority Orders Media Blackout on June 25 Protests
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has directed all television and radio stations to halt any live coverage of the…
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News
Sony Unveils ULT Series in Kenya, Promising Next-Level Music Performance
Sony has announced the highly anticipated launch of its new ULT series of audio products in the Kenyan market. The…
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News
Ban on Exclusive ISP Deals in Kenya Estates Signals New Era of Open Access and Consumer Choice
Tenants living in Kenya’s gated communities and apartment blocks are finally getting more say in how they connect to the…
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Tech
Escaping U.S. Tech Platforms Is No Longer Optional: Why the Global Fight for Digital Independence Can’t Wait
From email to mapping apps to cloud infrastructure, much of the world’s digital experience still runs through U.S.-based tech companies.…
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News
ChatGPT in the Workplace Overtakes Copilot, Redefines Productivity
Microsoft thought Copilot would be the AI star of the office. But guess what? People keep going back to ChatGPT…
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Cybercrime in Africa Escalates as AI Scams, Phishing, and Deepfakes Undermine Digital Progress
As Africa races to embrace digital technology, a shadow is growing alongside it—cybercrime. From mobile banking fraud to deepfake scams,…
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How to Protest Safely in Kenya in 2025 Without Getting Tracked by Surveillance Tech
Protests are once again filling streets across Kenya—over taxes, injustice, and frustration with how power is being used. People are…
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Tech
Samsung Unpacked July 2025: Will Sleeker, Smarter Foldables Usher in a New Era?
Samsung is heading back to Brooklyn this July for its next Unpacked event and if the invite is anything to…
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News
ASUS ROG Flow Z13 2025 Review: A Performance Tablet That Handles Gaming, AI, and Creative Workflows with Ease
I’d probably raise an eyebrow if you told me a few years ago that a 13-inch Windows tablet could handle…
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News
Sophos Empowers Partners with MDR Focus at Kenya Roadshow
Over 60 cybersecurity professionals convened in Mombasa last Friday for the Sophos Experience Partner Roadshow 2025, a major annual gathering…
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News
How Stablecoin Adoption in Africa Is Redefining Cross-Border Payments and Financial Access
A quiet revolution is unfolding across Africa — one digital dollar at a time. Stablecoins, long overshadowed by Bitcoin and…
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Ben Roberts Joins UNICEF as Strategic Advisor on Subsea Cable Connectivity
Ben Roberts, a prominent figure in Africa’s ICT and telecommunications sector, has been appointed as a Strategic Advisor on Subsea…
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COLUMNS
Azael Serrano: Why Compact Printers Matter More Than Ever for SMEs
In the evolving landscape of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), two realities are inescapable: space is scarce, and budgets are…
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CLOUD
SISCOM Tech Launches New Data Center Cluster, Gains Data Controller Status
SISCOM Tech has unveiled its newest data center cluster, hosted within IX Africa’s Tier III-designed, 4.5 MW, 780-rack, carrier-neutral facility…
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News
iPhone Filmmaking in Hollywood: The Unexpected Tool Changing Movie Sets
When Danny Boyle returned to direct 28 Years Later, the long-awaited sequel in his apocalyptic horror series, few expected the…
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News
Bitget Shines at Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference
Bitget, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, marked a successful presence at the 2025 Kenya Blockchain and Crypto…
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How AI is Revolutionizing Agriculture in Kenya
Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be applied across various fields, including agriculture. In Kenya, many farmers are embracing smart farming…
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News
How African Brands Are Using Generative AI to Transform Marketing
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer across multiple industries as the digital landscape continues to evolve. Among these,…
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News
Huawei Launches Watch Fit 4 and Band 10 in Kenya
Huawei has launched its latest wearable devices in Kenya — the Huawei Watch Fit 4 and Huawei Band 10. Launched…
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News
Ogilvy Africa Network Wins Top Honour at 2025 ACOYA Awards
Ogilvy Africa Network has been recognised as one of the winners at the 2025 Africa Company of the Year Awards…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Opens 99th Branch in Kawangware
NCBA Bank has officially opened its 99th branch in Kawangware, Nairobi, in a strategic move aimed at accelerating financial inclusion…
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News
300 Youth Graduate from Power Learn Project Tech Program
Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), in collaboration with Safaricom’s youth platform Safaricom Hook, has graduated 300 youth from a nationwide…
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Why the Future of Creativity on YouTube Will Be Creator-Led, AI-Powered, and Fandom-Driven
When Neal Mohan took the stage at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity this week, he wasn’t just there…
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News
Spotify HiFi Lossless Streaming May Finally Launch, but Can It Compete With Apple, Amazon, and Tidal’s Free High-Quality Audio?
Spotify is once again stirring hope that its elusive HiFi tier—promising lossless audio streaming—might finally be on the horizon. But…
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Gadgets
itel CITY 100 Smartphone Combines Premium Looks, Smart Features, and a Price That’s Hard to Beat
Here’s the thing: most budget smartphones feel like a compromise. You get the basics, maybe a decent screen, but that’s…
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Airtel Africa’s 2025 Sustainability Report Highlights Digital Inclusion Push
Airtel Africa has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, showcasing major strides in delivering on its mission to transform lives by…
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CapCut Terms of Service Concerns Spark Creator Backlash Over Content Rights
CapCut is the editing app for millions of TikTok creators. It’s fast, intuitive, and free—and for a lot of people,…
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News
AWS Opens Applications for the 2025 Generative AI Accelerator
Amazon Web Services has opened applications for the third cohort of the AWS Generative AI Accelerator (GAIA). The accelerator is…
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News
Meta’s Superintelligence Lab Strategy: Big Money, Bigger Questions for the Future of AGI
Mark Zuckerberg has never been afraid of thinking big. But Meta’s superintelligence lab strategy — a multibillion-dollar bid to outpace…
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Microsoft Launches Open-Source AI Tool to Help Save Tanzania’s Endangered Giraffes
Tech giant Microsoft has announced the launch of a new open-source AI tool designed to help conservationists track and protect…
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Africa Leads in Stablecoin Adoption as Governments Race to Regulate Digital Assets
With more than 54 million digital asset users across Africa, the continent is witnessing a surge in crypto adoption, particularly…
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Genetec Champions Unified Security as Catalyst for East Africa’s Development
Genetec, a global leader in physical security software, recently hosted its first security symposium in Nairobi as part of its…
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News
Inside Musk’s xAI Spending Spree: Can $1 Billion a Month Buy an AI Breakthrough?
Elon Musk’s AI company xAI is in the middle of a spending spree that’s pushing the outer limits of even…
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LemFi Acquires Pillar UK to Power Migrant Credit Access and Expand Beyond Remittances
For many migrants, arriving in a new country means starting from zero—no local credit history, no access to loans, and…
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Can Transsion’s E-Bike Entry in Africa Replicate Its Smartphone Magic?
When you think of Transsion, you probably think of Tecno, Infinix, and itel — the smartphone brands that dominate Africa’s…
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News
Michael Joseph Post-Safaricom Path: What the Tech Titan Is Pursuing Next
If you say “MJ,” most people think of Michael Jackson or Michael Jordan, depending on your playlist or your sneaker…
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News
Privacy-Preserving or Platform Creep? What WhatsApp’s New Status Ads Say About Meta’s Monetization Strategy
When Meta announced the rollout of WhatsApp Status ads, it signaled more than just a new revenue stream. It marked…
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BUSINESS
Equity Bank Retains Title as Kenya’s Most Valuable Brand for 2025
Equity Bank has once again claimed the top spot as Kenya’s most valuable brand, maintaining its position for the second…
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News
Kenya’s Digital Economy Needs Agile Approach to Cybersecurity
As Kenya’s digital economy matures, cybercriminals are taking notice and targeting businesses across the country, with significant financial consequences. In…
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News
Meta AI Brain Drain Leaves Zuckerberg Empty-Handed—So He Buys a Founder, a Lab, and a Second Chance
Just two years ago, Meta was riding high on its LLaMA models—open-source breakthroughs that positioned the company as a counterforce…
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BUSINESS
Epson Marks 50 Years of Operations and Brand Evolution
Epson is marking 50 years since the launch of its brand, tracing a path from the development of the world’s…
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BUSINESS
Africa Must Deepen Its Domestic Financial Markets to Achieve the SDGs
Africa’s journey towards meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) hinges on developing effective domestic financial markets that provide affordable finance. …
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BUSINESS
SeamlessHR, KEPSA Lead Private Sector Push for Tech-Driven Productivity
SeamlessHR, Africa’s leading human resource technology company, and the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) brought together over 100 CEOs and…
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Blockchain
Binance and VAC Call for Innovation-Driven Crypto Regulation in Kenya
Binance and the Virtual Assets Chamber (VAC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering inclusive, innovation-led crypto regulation in Kenya. Speaking…
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News
Tech Growth in Africa: What the Latest Economic Data Doesn’t Reveal
The latest report on Global Economic Prospects states that, while a modest economic rebound is expected in 2025, GDP growth…
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News
BYD Expands in South Africa as EV Sales Surge Across the Continent
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is charging ahead with a bold expansion strategy in South Africa. Less than two years…
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News
Kenya Finance Bill Cuts: How Gen Z Protests Forced a Sh314 Billion Budget Rethink
The Kenya 2025 Finance Bill cuts offered a dramatic change to the government’s fiscal strategy after the violent youth demonstrations…
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News
Why the Safaricom Stake Sale Budget Could Reshape Kenya’s 2025 Fiscal Strategy
As Kenya prepares to roll out its Sh4.24 trillion national budget for the 2025/26 fiscal year, the government is placing…
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News
Why Kenya Is on the EU Watchlist and What It Means for Africa’s Financial, Tech, and Trade Future
The European Union has added Kenya to its watchlist of high-risk third countries, signaling that the bloc views the country’s…
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News
AfCRA Launch in 2025: How Africa’s New Credit Agency Plans to Challenge Fitch & Moody’s
The launch of the AfCRA in 2025 is expected to become one of the greatest financial developments for the continent…
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News
Roam Launches 2nd-Gen Electric Bike Co-Designed with Boda Boda Riders
Kenyan electric vehicle manufacturer Roam has launched the Generation 2 Roam Air, a major upgrade to its flagship electric motorcycle.…
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News
Bolt Rolls Out Comfort Category, Targets 10% Ride Share Boost
Kenya’s leading ride-hailing platform, Bolt, has today launched Bolt Comfort, a new ride category designed to meet growing demand for high-quality transport services…
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Social Media
XChat Encryption Security Flaws: Experts Reveal Critical Risks in Twitter’s Messaging System
The promise of private conversations on social platforms is more compelling than ever. As fears about government surveillance and corporate…
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News
Android Material 3 vs iOS 26: Why Google’s New Design Feels Better Than Apple’s
The classy interface and visual attention of Apple were, for years, a paradigm of UI beauty and harmony. The whole…
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News
MTN Uganda to Restructure MoMo in 2025 to Drive Fintech Growth
MTN Uganda has planned to restructure its MoMo(Mobile Money) business in accordance with broader industry trends and pan-African fintech ambitions…
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News
BasiGo Electric Bus Expansion Doubles Output to Cut 500-Unit Backlog in Kenya
Electric bus manufacturer BasiGo has doubled its monthly assembly output from 10 to 20 buses after raising KSh5.4 billion, as…
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News
Kenyan Students Honoured for Global ICT Success at Huawei Competition
Kenya’s rising profile as a global tech powerhouse was celebrated this week as National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula honoured 12…
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News
Mobius Motors Kenya Relaunch: Local SUV Assembly Set to Resume After Buyout
Mobius Motors Kenya relaunch plans are officially underway, with the company planning to resume assembly in the next six months.…
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News
Samsung’s Foldable Evolution: Flip 7 FE vs Flip 6 vs Flip 5
Samsung’s journey with its clamshell foldables has been an exercise in slow but steady refinement. The Galaxy Z Flip 5…
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News
Apple’s iOS 26 Update Brings Android-Style Customization and Smarter AI to iPhone
Apple announced iOS 26 at WWDC 2025 last night, and one thing that was hard to miss was the customization…
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Blockchain
Bybit Powers Kenya’s Crypto Boom in 2025 — Here’s Why It’s the Exchange of Choice
In 2025, cryptocurrency adoption is growing faster than ever across Kenya. Platforms like Bybit are gaining popularity, providing more options…
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News
Apple WWDC 2025 Highlights: Major Design Overhaul and Powerful AI Features Unveiled
Highlighted in Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote were a compelling lineup of features and design updates across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and…
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News
Kenya Innovation Outlook 2024 Urges Action on Startup Bill, Local Capital, and Data Gaps
81% of startup funding in Kenya originates from international sources, a finding that raises concerns about long-term sustainability and the…
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News
Kenya Digital Transformation Progress: Ruto’s 1,000 Days of Growth and Control
Situated in East Africa and at the very heart of digital transformation, Kenya is now enjoying its momentum. Under the…
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News
What Businesses Can Learn from Japan’s ‘Sho-Sho-Sei’ to Beat Plastic Pollution
Every minute, a garbage truck’s worth of plastic enters our oceans. As we mark World Environment Day 2025 with the…
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Startups
Twiga Foods Temporarily Pauses Nairobi Operations
Twiga Foods, the Kenyan agri-tech and food distribution company, has announced a temporary operational pause in its Nairobi operations. The…
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CYBER SECURITY
Sophos Updates its Firewall Software
Cybersecurity firm Sophos has announced an update to its Firewall Software, now including Sophos NDR Essential, which is free for…
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News
4DX Ventures Appoints Mimi Alemayehou and Kurankye Sekyi-Otu as Senior Advisors
4DX Ventures, a leading pan-African venture capital firm, has appointed Mimi Alemayehou and Kurankye Sekyi-Otu as Senior Advisors as it…
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News
Power Learn Project Highlights Youth Tech Impact and Talent Opportunities at Connected Africa Summit 2025
Power Learn Project Africa (PLP), a Pan-African social impact organization, joined leaders and innovators at Connected Africa Summit 2025, where…
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News
From Cash to Digital: Understanding PalmPay Growth in Nigeria’s Fintech Scene
PalmPay’s growth in Nigeria is a beacon that showcases the phenomenal extent to which fintech has made an impact on…
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BUSINESS
Cynoia Brings Project Management to 200 Million More Africans with Swahili and Wolof Language Support
Cynoia, which provides a professional collaboration software suite has introduced a major upgrade as it now supports Swahili and Wolof…
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BUSINESS
Airtel Money Rudishiwa Offer Expands: Get 50% Cashback on Bank Transfer Fees
Airtel Money Kenya has further extended the Rudishiwa offer to cover bank-to-wallet transfers: customers now get 50% of their transaction…
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News
dLocal to Acquire AZA Finance in Strategic Play for Africa’s Fintech Market
Cross-border payments firm dLocal is making a bold move into Africa’s fintech landscape with the planned acquisition of Nairobi-founded AZA…
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BUSINESS
SeamlessHR, Gates Foundation Back Embedded Finance to Boost Workforce Productivity
HR tech company SeamlessHR has reiterated the need for Kenyan organisations to adopt technology-enabled strategies, particularly embedded finance solutions; as…
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CYBER SECURITY
Kenya’s Digital Trust Crisis: How Criminals Are Weaponising WhatsApp to Defraud M-Pesa Users
Kenya is rightly celebrated as a global leader in mobile money innovation. But with innovation comes vulnerability, especially when the…
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Gadgets
OPPO A5 Launched in Kenya with 6000mAh Battery, IP65 Rating, and 5-Year Lifespan
The OPPO A5 is now available in the country, following the success of its Pro sibling, which launched in late March.…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom Unveils M-PESA Sokoni Festival Offers for Customers
As Safaricom celebrates its year-long 25th anniversary in October this year, the telco has announced a nationwide campaign, “M-PESA Sokoni…
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News
DStv, GOtv, Showmax to air all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 63 Matches
Football fans across the country are set for an exciting month of world-class action as DStv, GOtv, Showmax air every…
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News
Nigeria’s Digital Payments in 2025: What’s Fueling the ₦1.56 Quadrillion Fintech Shift?
Digital payments in Nigeria exponentially increased last year to set a key trend in Africa’s largest economy in 2025. As…
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