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New Appointments
Lori Systems announces new appointments to expand across Africa
Kenyan-based logistics startup Lori Systems has announced the appointment of Uche Ogboi as the company’s Chief Operating Officer and Efayomi…
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News
Huawei was Working on a Google Assistant Powered Smart Speaker before Trump’s Ban
Google’s ties with Huawei may be far more reaching than anticipated. The Information has revealed that the two companies had…
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Startups
India Based B2B payments platform PayMate raises $25 million to expand to Africa
India based PayMate, a B2B payments platform has raised $25 million in a new series D round from Visa to…
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Startups
Branch International raises another KSh.500M from Centum-owned, Barium Capital
Mobile lender Branch International has announced its fourth commercial paper issuance from Centum-owned advisory firm, Barium Capital, raising Ksh500 million.…
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News
Forget Faceapp, this AI-Powered Website Turns Your Selfies into Vintage Portraits
I’m sure you still remember FaceApp, the not-so-cool but intelligent, controversial Russian AI-powered App that turned your selfies into an…
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News
Trump Pushes Apple to Make Mac Pro Parts in the US
If you follow US President Donald Trump, you know his ways and what Twitter means to him. Trump on Friday…
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Apple is no Different! They also Hire Contractors to Listen to Your Siri Recordings
After German Google Assistant audios were leaked, it became clear that Google employs people to listen to your recordings. But…
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Gadgets
MediaTek Plans to Tackle Qualcomm’s New SDM 855+ with Cheaper Helio G90, a Gaming-focused Chipset
It is no secret that smartphone gaming is increasingly becoming popular. Recent reports have indicated games accounted for 35% of…
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News
Nokia 8.2 Might be Nokia’s First Device with Pop-Up Selfie Camera and Android 10 Q
Nokia’s mid-ranger the Nokia 8.1 was announced late last year, and it is high time we received a successor. According…
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Gadgets
End of Month Offers: Huawei Y-Series devices get price cuts
Huawei Kenya has today has announced great price cuts for its latest Y-Series smartphones. Announcing the monthly offers, Huawei stated…
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Startups
GABF launches new fund to invest in German-African energy startups
The Germany Africa Business Forum (GABF) has announced a multi-million Euro funding commitment to invest in German energy startups that…
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Gadgets
Apple Bets On 5G as it Acquires Intel’s Modem Business For $1 Billion
Apple has today announced taking over the majority of Intel’s modem business valued at $1 billion. This means that Apple,…
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CLOUD
Cloud, an essential component for every African business
Cloud computing has been in existence for almost two decades now helping businesses stay secure from cyber threats. The technology…
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CLOUD
[Column] Data sovereignty in Africa, why you should care
African businesses are currently making massive investments in things like machine learning and artificial intelligence tools and are using cloud…
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Startups
Kenyan Agri-Tech Startup Taimba Secures $100K Funding from Gray Matters Capital’s coLABS
Nairobi based B2B Agri-Tech startup Taimba has secured $100K in funding from US-based impact investor Gray Matters Capital’s gender lens…
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Startups
African female-led tech startups can now apply for the GreenHouse Lab Accelerator 2019 program
The GreenHouse Lab Accelerator has opened applications for early-stage female-led African tech startups. The Lagos-based accelerator program is run by…
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CYBER SECURITY
Russian Intelligence Agency Hacked! Over 7.5TB of Data Deleted
Russian Intelligence Agency (FSB) has been one of the most prominent hacker group that ever grazed the internet. However, this…
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News
CredoLab, Singapore-based credit scoring startup is expanding to Sub-Saharan Africa
Singapore-based fintech startup CredoLab is expanding its operations to Sub-Saharan Africa. The firm is expanding into the region’s fintech market…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Has it All Sale – Thousands of electronic products to be discounted
Jumia is for no doubt, the largest e-commerce business in Kenya. Jumia, as a platform, has even been the primary…
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News
TECNO Mobile Rebrands, Adopts “Expect More” Slogan
TECNO Mobile has been the leading smartphone vendor in Kenya for a while now, thanks to its focus on providing…
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News
Big Tech Companies to Be Reviewed By the US over Anti-Competitive Practices
The US Department of Justice yesterday launched a probe to investigate big tech companies on whether they engage in anti-competitive…
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News
Nigeria’s Venture Garden, Kenya’s Umati Capital & Tanzania’s Ubongo Kids mentioned in Mauritius Leaks tax avoidance claims in Africa
Nigeria’s Venture Garden, Kenya’s Umati Capital and Tanzania’s Ubongo Kids have been listed among firms extracting profits and avoiding tax in Africa according to a new report…
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New Appointments
Melissa Di Donato, Former SAP COO Appointed CEO of SUSE
Melissa Di Donato, has been named chief executive officer of SUSE,in a move that will herald the next phase of growth…
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Gadgets
Whatsapp Now Available on KaiOS; a Feature Phone Operating System
KaiOS is a feature phone OS that has been a Google side mobile OS for a while now. KaiOS features…
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News
[Column] There’s a need for more disruption in Africa’s tech scene
For most people living outside Africa, they imagine the continent as the home of poverty, corruption, internet fraud, infrastructure deficit,…
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News
Huawei Secretly Build a Wireless Network for North Korea Which Snoops on Citizens, Reports
Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, was banned by inclusion in the so-called Entity List which restricts the company from doing…
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New Appointments
MTN appoints Thato Motlanthe its new Investor Relations Executive
MTN Group has appointed Thato Motlanthe as its new Executive for Investor Relations, with effect from 1 September 2019. Thato…
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Gadgets
ASUS ROG Phone II is the Ultimate Gaming Smartphone
ASUS set new levels in the smartphone gaming industry with their first gaming-focused device launched last year dubbed ROG (Republic…
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Gadgets
Top 5 Best Phones in Kenya Under Ksh 20,000
When it comes to the Kenyan market, I’m skeptical of talking about budget-smartphones because it’s very different, unlike other markets.…
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Startups
Egypt’s fintech startup XPay raises $250,000 in pre-seed funding
Egyptian fintech startup XPay has secured $250,000 in pre-seed funding from two angel investors. XPay is part of the cohort…
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News
LG’s InstaView is revolutionizing the Smart Kitchen
LG has sent a clear message to the world of Smart Homes with their smart appliances. LG drove the revolution…
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News
Google Chrome Update Will Shut Down A ‘Loophole’ That Exposed You When Running Incognito Mode
Incognito mode is a life savior, especially if you have cheeky browsing behaviour. However, did you know websites can also…
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CYBER SECURITY
NSO Group’s Malware Now Capable of Spying on Data Stored in iCloud, Reports
The NSO Group, a famous Israel security firm has reportedly developed tools which can be able to scrape data from…
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News
OPay raises $50 million to expand to other African markets
Nigeria-focused mobile payments company OPay which is incubated by Opera has raised $50 million in total funding to strengthen its…
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COLUMNS
[Column] Data and AI’s Advantage in Improving Customer Experience for Telcos
Telcos are most successful when customers feel as though their operator truly understands them. Data is the key to building…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom says its mobile agriculture platform DigiFarm will outgrow M-PESA five years
Safaricom believes that mobile agriculture platform DigiFarm will outgrow M-PESA in the next five years. Speaking at the Afro-Asian Fintech…
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Gadgets
Samsung Starts Mass Production of 5G and AI –Ready 12GB LPDDR5 DRAM Chips
The speed of processors and CPU in mobile phones is being improved now and then, and ensuring the faster CPUs…
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Gadgets
OPPO RENO 10X Zoom Set to be Launched in Kenya on Monday 22nd
Oppo has announced plans to launch their Reno 10X Zoom device in Kenya on Monday 22nd. The company first announced…
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New Appointments
Oracle Appoints David Bunei as Managing Director for Kenya
Oracle has today announced the appointment of David Bunei as Managing Director of Kenya operations. In this role, David will…
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News
Dimension Data named 2019 Microsoft country partner of the year for Uganda
Dimension Data has been named the 2019 Microsoft Country Partner of the Year Award for Uganda. The company, part of…
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Gadgets
Xiaomi Mi Band 4 and Mi Box S Will Be Officially Available In Kenya on August 8th
Xiaomi Kenya officially launched its first Mi Home Store in Sub-Saharan Africa in Kenya last Sunday at The Hub, Karen.…
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Startups
FasterCapital seeking to fund startups in Kenya
On the 11th July 2019; more than 20 African countries brought into effect what is going to be the largest…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom’s Masoko Plans Expansion into more Sub-Saharan Countries in 2020
Masoko online retailer by Kenya’s largest telco Safaricom has revealed their expansion plans into more sub- Saharan countries in 2020.…
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News
Xiaomi Invests in Chip Designer VeriSilicon, a Move to Produce Own In-House Chips
Xiaomi has previously shown interest in making their own semi-conductor chips, but well that dream hasn’t been seriously worked for…
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Gadgets
Nokia 2.2 Officially Announced in Kenya Going for Ksh 10,500
HMD Global has been on the run to fight for more market share in the Kenyan industry. Most of there…
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Gadgets
TECNO Spark 3 Wins Phone of the Year 2019 Award in AITTA
TECNO -the leading brand in Africa has won the smartphone of the year award 2019 in the Africa Information Technology…
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Apps
A Telegram and WhatsApp Vulnerability Could Allow Attackers Manipulate Your Media Messages
Messaging platforms are popular these days and everyone other user values the privacy of their activities on these platforms. WhatsApp…
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Apps
Microsoft Office 365 and Windows 10 Banned in German Schools
Microsoft Office 365 and Windows 10 has been banned from being used in German schools as it doesn’t comply with…
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Gadgets
ThinQ technology on LG TwinWash – Here’s what you need to know
In a quest for a sustainable future as far as Smart Homes are concerned, LG has taken over with their…
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Gadgets
Qualcomm’s New Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC is Optimized Gaming and VR
Qualcomm has announced a new chip aimed at boosting its high-end SoC, SDM 855 with a more powerful CPU. The…
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Social Media
Chad Finally Lifts Social Media Ban after More than a Year
Chad has finally lifted its ban on Social media usage after banning the practice over a year ago. The ban…
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24BIt
24Bit Podcast Episode 16: Safaricom Reverse Calls
Did you use reverse calls back in the day or are you one of those who didn’t know what that…
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News
We Got it Wrong! Huawei’s HongMeng OS is Not Meant for Smartphones
Ever since the US blacklisted the Chinese tech giant Huawei, the company has had its plans known by the public…
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News
Google is Redesigning the News Tab on Desktop Searches
Google has issued a sneak peek on their upcoming update to the News Tab in desktop searches. In a tweet,…
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Gadgets
Huawei’s First 5G Device Mate 20X 5G Officially Launched
Huawei has finally launched their first 5G powered phone, Huawei Mate 20X 5G. The 5G powered Mate 20X is identical…
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News
Huawei Set to Launch Android Q-based EMUI 10 on August 9th
Huawei is set to hold its annual developer conference on August 9th, 2019 which will be opened by the launch…
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News
Google Workers Listen to Your Google Assistant Recordings, It’s Allowed
Well, if you thought Google Assistant is your best friend and you can share anything with her, then you’re wrong.…
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CYBER SECURITY
IT Managers are overwhelmed with Cyberattacks and Struggling to Keep Up, Sophos Survey
Sophos today announced the findings of its global survey, The Impossible Puzzle of Cybersecurity, which reveals IT managers are inundated…
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Social Media
Twitter is down, that’s why your tweets are not loading
Been wondering why I am unable to send out #AFCON2019 tweets for the just ended Cote d’ivoire Vs Algeria match.…
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News
Xiaomi Set to Launch First Mi Home Store in Kenya on 14TH July
Xiaomi Kenya is launching its first Mi Home store in Sub-Saharan Africa soon. Mi Home Store launch invitations have already…
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News
Soon, You Will Easily Sign-In to Your Windows PC Without a Password
Nobody loves being bugged with passwords now and then; and what’s even worst, password sign-ins are still vulnerable to being…
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Startups
After Kenya, online ride-hailing service inDriver has now launched in Uganda
inDriver, an international online ride-hailing service has launched in Uganda. Uganda becomes its fourth African market after launching in Kenya, Tanzania…
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Gadgets
Here’s How Future Smartphones Could Have More Battery Life
Even though batteries have been improved over time, the demand for more juice is always increasing as smartphone get more…
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News
South African President Wants Huawei to Bring 5G in The Country
In a tussle that has been ongoing between Huawei and the United States government, the US has been insisting other…
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Gadgets
Qualcomm 215 Mobile Chipset for Budget Devices Announced
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 200 Series chipset for budget-oriented devices has finally received a revamp with a successor to the obsolete Qualcomm…
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COLUMNS
[Column] Passing the Torch to the Millennial Generation
There was a time during the tumultuous 60s and 70s that the younger generation was admonished to “never trust anyone…
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Gadgets
How To Stop People From Swiping Through Your Photos On iPhone
It is embarrassing handing over your phone to other people to have them see a specific photo then, all of…
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Gadgets
Huawei’s Hongmeng OS Under Testing, Plans to Launch with the Mate 30 Series
There’s been a lot of buzz around Huawei and their upcoming OS that is meant to replace Google’s Android. Latest…
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BUSINESS
Leadway Insurance – Your Go-To Insurance Broker company
Kenya has a number of insurance companies ranging from industry giants with thousands of policies in force to small companies…
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Startups
MYDAWA receives LegitScript Certification
MYDAWA has become the first online pharmacy in Africa and part of the top 4% globally to earn the LegitScript…
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News
We want to be a world-class leader in Microfinance lending in East and Central Africa – Ngao Credit
According to the World Bank, less than a quarter of adults in Sub-Saharan Africa have access to formal financial services.…
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Apps
Game Of Thrones Mobile Game to be Launched Later This Year
Winter has come and gone, however, just like other Game of Thrones fans, HBO isn’t done yet with their iconic…
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News
Upesi Money Transfer: International Money Transfer Made Easy
Fintech or financial technology seems to be in the news all the time these days. Some of the amazing ideas…
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Gadgets
TECNO Phantom 9 Price and Specifications in Kenya
TECNO’s next high-end device the Phantom 9 has already been launched in Nigeria. Though TECNO Phantom 9 specs look good…
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News
Mozilla Begins Testing their Subscription-Based Ad-Free Internet Experience Service
Last month Mozilla’s CEO revealed their plans to launch a new subscription-based service that will offer a premium level besides…
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Gadgets
Windows Users You Have To Get Used to OS Problems, for now
Over the past few weeks, Microsoft has been experiencing issues with its software. Many Windows users reported bumping into a…
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BUSINESS
SwitchLink Africa – Leveraging technology to drive efficient remittance
Latest data from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) indicates that Kenyans living and working abroad sent home Sh67.16 billion…
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COLUMNS
LG’s Innovative Home Solutions Designed for a Sustainable Future
LG Electronics has been pioneering to a sustainable future with innovating home solutions in terms of appliances and gadgets. LG,…
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CYBER SECURITY
Report Claims China Installs Malware on Tourists’ Phones At The Border
Amid the stalled China-US trade wars that leveraged Huawei as the click bait, reports indicate the Chinese government has been…
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BUSINESS
Seaways digital strategy bears fruit as it calls for policy changes in the automotive sector
Recently feted car portal, Garimoto has seen a 30 per cent revenue growth for Seaways Kenya Limited since its deployment…
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COLUMNS
[Column] Digital Transformation’s growing attack surface
Traditional business models need to be reimagined as digital transformation continues to enable businesses to innovate and find new ways…
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Gadgets
Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 will be available in all retail stores from 6th July
Huawei launched the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 just recently. Pre-orders for the device started on 4th July and ends today…
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News
US Government Urges Federal Court to Dismiss Huawei Lawsuit
Trump’s visit to the G-20 Summit held in Japan was kind of a relief to Huawei that allowed the company…
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Gadgets
Its a Wrap! Nokia 1 Last of HMD Global Device Receives Pie Update
Nokia 1 the entry level HMD device has received Android 9.0 Pie update in Kenya. According to Nokia starting today,…
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Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy A80 Goes on Sale in Kenya For Ksh.64,999
We already told you about the new Samsung Galaxy A80, Samsung’s first rotating camera phone. The phone was launched globally…
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Gadgets
OnePlus One smartphone goes up in flames
Smartphones catching fire is not a new thing, and it has happened even to industry giants, Samsung, and Apple. Although…
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Gadgets
Samsung in Trouble For Misleading Users Over “Water Resistance” of Galaxy Phones
Water resistance is one of the most anticipated features in premium devices. Well, Samsung has been having their Galaxy S,…
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News
Loon Balloons To Land in Kenya in The Coming Weeks For First Commercial Trial
Google’s internet project Loon has been laying its ground in Kenya for sometime now. Back in February Project Loon in…
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Gadgets
Xiaomi’s Ecosystem Has Over 500million Users Worldwide
Xiaomi’s CFO in an interview earlier today stated the company has now over 500million users worldwide. The company has also…
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Gadgets
Less Than 50% of iPhone Users Know Their Phone Model, Survey
If there’s something so close to people these days is their smartphone. But how well do you know your phone?…
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CYBER SECURITY
Unites States government considers banning end-to-end encryption
Implementation of end to end encryption in various user engagement platforms has been fantastic in taking care of online privacy.…
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News
Samsung Galaxy A80 launched with a rotating camera for selfies
Its been an exciting adventure in the smartphone industry as we watch smartphone manufactures work to achieve bezel-less display. Needless…
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Gadgets
The Galaxy Fold wasn’t ready for launch Samsung CEO admits
The Galaxy Fold pioneered the smartphone market with the first foldable display. However, pioneering didn’t mean great success. With the…
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BUSINESS
Michael Joseph Named Safaricom Interim CEO
Michael Joseph has been appointed interim Chief Executive Officer of Safaricom following Bob Collymore’s death yesterday. A statement issued by…
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BUSINESS
No, Huawei is not safe from the US ban there’s a catch
Over the weekend US President Donald Trump had a meeting at the G-20 Summit with Chinese President Xi. The meeting…
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Gadgets
Apple boosts its chip team by hiring an ex-ARM, AMD, and Intel architect
Apple has recently hired an industry professional in everything chips. Mike Filippo is an experienced CPU designer that has worked…
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BUSINESS
Safaricom CEO Bob Collymore Passes On
Safaricom C.E.O Bob Collymore has passed on. Bob passed on at his home this morning according to a statement from…
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Gadgets
List of Nokia Android smartphones that will support Safaricom VOLTE
Safaricom VoLTE went live countrywide this week. Through Safaricom VoLTE technology, customers with VoLTE supportive phones will be able to…
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News
DeepNudes – An app that turned women’s photos to nudes discontinued
DeepNudes app uses deepfakes technology to transform women’s images with clothes into ‘realistic-looking’ nudes. The deepfakes technology has been a…
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BUSINESS
Huawei can now resume business with US-based tech companies- Trump
After weeks of struggling and tussling with the United States government over the trade ban, the Chinese tech behemoth Huawei…
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CYBER SECURITY
Chinese hackers targeted big tech companies to steal trade secrets from enterprise customers
A cybersecurity firm has recently revealed information about Chinese hackers who have been hacking big telco companies intending to extract…
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