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CYBER SECURITY
Kenya Data Protection Crackdown: ODPC Is Fining Companies—But Is It Enough?
2024 saw the scatter-gun enforcement style of the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) in Kenya with 51 determinations…
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TechTrends Podcast
TechTrends Podcast | Lipa Later Goes into Administration – What Happened?
In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we unpack the surprising news of Kenyan BNPL startup Lipa Later going into…
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How Mobile Apps are Streamlining Online Trading
Online trading in Africa has continued to experience massive growth over the last couple of years. This growth can largely…
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NCBA, AGF Renew KES 3B SME Deal, Prioritize Women-Led Businesses
NCBA Group has renewed its 10-year, KES 3B partnership with the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) to boost SME financing in…
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Named Best Upgrade Pick For 2025
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has been named the best upgrade pick for 2025 by the New York Times’s Wirecutter…
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Raxio Secures $100 Million from IFC to Develop Sub-Saharan African Data Center Platform
Raxio Group, a leading Sub-Saharan African data center platform, has signed an agreement for $100 million in financing from the…
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How Technology is Revolutionizing and Unifying Africa’s Forex Markets
Forex markets in Africa have historically been fragmented, with things like varying regulations, currency fluctuations, and limited accessibility affecting seamless…
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Visa Picks New Country Manager for Kenya, South Sudan and Somalia
Visa has appointed John Njoroge as its new Country Manager and Senior Business Development Leader for Kenya, South Sudan, and…
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Network International and Flydubai Enable Mobile Money Payments in Kenya and Uganda
Network International (Network), a leading digital payments provider in the Middle East and Africa, has extended its partnership with Dubai-based…
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Kenya Embracing Digital Assets to Drive Financial Inclusion
Kenya’s next generation is leading the charge in adopting digital assets, recognizing their potential to expand financial inclusion, fuel entrepreneurship,…
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Unveiling Kenya’s National AI Strategy 2025-2030 – A bold step into the future
Kenya officially launched its National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy (2025-2030) (Strategy), marking a significant step toward positioning the country as…
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TECNO Camon 40 Debuts in Kenya: Will It Outshine OPPO and Samsung in the AI Race?
TECNO Camon 40 Series: The TECNO Camon 20 was the last TECNO phone we reviewed here at TechTrends Media. Launched…
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KK Security Launches AI-powered National Security Operations Centre in Nairobi
KK Security has announced the launch of its AI-powered National Security Operations Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The company says this…
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Mitsumi Distribution Unveils the AI frontier at GITEX Africa 2025
Mitsumi Distribution, a premier IT, Telco, and value distributor across the Middle East and Africa, is poised to participate in…
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This Easter, Save Smart and Fast with LOOP Goals
Easter is a great time to refresh your financial goals and get you back on track. Whether you are looking to…
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CLOUD
AWS Expands Cloud Training in Kenya to Close Africa’s Digital Skills Gap
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) has concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of Nairobi (UoN).…
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Cloud Deals, Political Tensions, and the TikTok U.S. Sale: What’s at Stake
As a deal deadline of April 5 approaches, U.S. officials and major U.S. tech companies are intensifying efforts to conclude…
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HBO, Netflix, and Apple TV+ Challenges: The Streaming Giants’ Struggle to Stay on Top
HBO, Netflix and Apple TV+ have essentially transformed how we consume TV, and many credit them with ushering in what is…
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Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 5G Arrive in Kenya with Advanced AI, Enhanced Security, and Long-Lasting Durability
Samsung has officially launched the much-anticipated Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G. Packed with the latest…
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Google Gemini 2.5 Pro Free Rollout: Will Google’s Bold Move Disrupt the AI Chatbot Race?
Gemini 2.5 Pro free for everyone — Google just made a big move in the fast-evolving world of AI chatbots. Although…
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TikTok Notes to Lemon8: What You Need to Know About the Platform Shift
TikTok is planning to shut down TikTok Notes, which is set for May 8, 2025. The platform was launched in 2024…
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Equity’s Digital Channels Now Process 86% of All Transactions
Equity Group has announced that a significant 86% of all its transactions are now conducted through digital channels. In its…
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Social Media
Instagram New Re-Post Feature: Boosting Engagement or Filling Your Feed with Clutter?
Instagram is testing a Re-Post feature, which will take the way we interact with content to the next level and…
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Stablecoin Regulation in Kenya: How New Rules Could Reshape Digital Finance
The global push for stablecoin regulation is reshaping financial landscapes, and Kenya is no exception. As discussions around stablecoin regulation…
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Apple vs. Android: How EU’s Digital Markets Act Could Reshape iOS
Apple’s walled garden has historically characterized the brand — tightly bundled, seamless integration across devices at the expense of flexibility. Compare…
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Breaking Down the OpenAI $40 Billion Funding Round: What’s at Stake for AI’s Future
OpenAI, for its part, has broken new ground, announcing that it has closed its $40 billion financing round. The deal…
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97% of Consumers Take Cautionary Measures Around Digital Payments, Visa Study
Digital payments firm Visa has published a new study that sheds light on consumer awareness and proactive security measures taken…
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Startups
Yango Group Launches $20M Ventures Fund to Support African Startups
Global ride-hailing and tech conglomerate Yango Group has announced the launch of Yango Ventures, a $20 million corporate venture fund…
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KCB Acquires Majority Stake in Fintech Firm Riverbank
KCB Group has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in fintech firm Riverbank Solutions Limited. The Group said the…
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TikTok Removed Over 8 Million Harmful Videos in Sub-Saharan Africa in Q4 2024
TikTok, the Short-form video hosting platform, has revealed that it removed more than 8 million harmful videos from its platform…
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Is Gmail’s AI Search a Game-Changer or a Privacy Nightmare?
On March 20, 2025, Google unveiled its new AI-powered Gmail search feature, promising faster and more relevant email retrieval. Rather…
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UK Tech Firm Syntura Launches East Africa’s First AI and Cybersecurity Hub
Syntura, a UK-based technology company, has expanded to Africa with the launch of the Syntura Experience Center, the region’s first…
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X Corp Expands Grok AI to Telegram, Strengthening AI-Social Media Integration
In a significant development, X Corp is extending its AI chatbot, Grok, to Telegram. The partnership will enable X users who…
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Why Android Brands Keep Hiring iPhone-Using Celebrities
Android Celebrity Endorsements – This is my favorite thing to do during smartphone season; follow the launches, see which influencers are…
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CYBER SECURITY
Cybersecurity Mistakes You Don’t Realize You’re Making (And How to Fix Them!)
In our digital world, even the most cautious users can fall victim to cyber-security traps without knowing it. Cybersecurity mistakes you…
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Tech Oligarchy and Political Influence: How Big Tech is Changing Global Power Dynamics
For decades, the blueprints for the tech billionaire were drawn by figures like Bill Gates — visionary founders who created empires…
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Elon Musk’s xAI Merges With X in $113 Billion Deal, Redefining AI-Social Media Integration
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI bought the social media platform X (the former Twitter) in an all-stock transaction, bringing Musk’s…
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Google Ends Public Android Development—Why It’s Not the End of Open Source
Recent reports suggested that Android coding development is almost certainly about to turn into a fully private model, which raises…
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Instagram Removes Text Notes from Feed and Reels – Here’s Why It Failed
Instagram has officially removed text notes from their feed posts and Reels as part of yet another refinement of the…
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Connected Africa Summit 2025: How Africa’s Digital Future is Taking Shape
William Kabogo, the Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy of Kenya, has officially launched the Connected Africa…
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TechTrends Podcast
TechTrends Podcast | The Future of Smart Living: A Deep Dive with LG Electronics EA
In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we sit down with William Kamore, Senior Trainer & Content Manager at LG…
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Kenya AI Strategy 2025-2030 Unveiled: A Bold Move Toward AI-Powered Digital Transformation
Kenya has officially unveiled the Kenya AI Strategy 2025-2030, positioning itself as a possible African leader in artificial intelligence innovation.…
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Five Tech Startups Emerge as Winners at AfricArena Johannesburg 2025
Five African startups have been named winners at AfricArena Johannesburg 2025. AfricArena Johannesburg 2025 is a two-day Founder’s Summit that focuses…
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Spiro Launches Africa’s First All-Women EV Assembly Line
Electric vehicle (EV) company Spiro has launched an all-women assembly line for motor and charger production. The company says this…
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[Nigeria] Fintech startup Payhippo rebrands to Rivy, raises $4M in pre-series A funding
Rivy, an AI-powered lender for Africa’s renewable energy sector, has announced its rebrand from Payhippo and the successful closing of a…
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TRENDING
Nakhulo Khaimia: How Partnership Economies Will Re-Define Brand Engagement in 2025
As we step into 2025, the future of brand engagement is being redefined by the rise of partnership economies a…
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OPPO A5 Pro Launched in Kenya: The Ultimate Durable and Smart Smartphone!
OPPO A5 Pro has officially landed in Kenya designed for durability and reliability. Premium, Sleek, and Classic Design The device…
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Airtel Money Google Play Integration: Zero-Fee App Payments Now Live!
Airtel Money Google Play integration is now available and will allow Airtel Money customers in Kenya to conveniently, safely, and…
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ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA (2025) Review: Dual Screens and Much More
For someone who is used to a single-screen laptop, testing the ASUS Zenbook Duo UX8406CA (2025) completely changed my perspective…
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BUSINESS
Lipa Later and Odyssey Capital Insolvency: A Turning Point for Kenya’s Fintech Industry?
Kenya’s fintech industry is headed for a seismic change after the announcement of Lipa Later and Odyssey Capital’s insolvency. Together,…
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LG MEA Region CEO Visits Nairobi
LG Electronics (LG) newly appointed CEO for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, Phil Won Jung, recently visited Nairobi,…
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TRENDING
Influencer Marketing Trends 2025: How Virality and Memes Are Changing Brand Strategy
Now in 2025, the sphere of influencer marketing is fast moving from shiny sponsorship deals to turbo-charged unanticipated virality, memes,…
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CYBER SECURITY
The Illusion of Security: Why Senior Officials Using Signal Doesn’t Guarantee Safety
When media reports highlight the frequent usage of Signal for secure communication by senior government officials, people jump to the…
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Inside Showmax 2025: The Streaming Giant Reshaping African Entertainment
Showmax continues to grow its footprints across the African continent, developing itself as the homegrown streaming giant in Africa. With…
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Samsung Expands Kiswahili and Amharic Language Support – What You Need to Know
Samsung Electronics has taken a tremendously big step towards inclusivity and accessibility by introducing language support on its devices for…
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TRENDING
How Gen Z is Shaping the Future of Mobile
Gen Z has emerged as a key demographic in shaping the future of mobile technology, not just in Kenya but…
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Fintech Firm dLocal Integrates Airtel Money for Google Play Payments in Kenya
dLocal, the leading cross-border payment platform connecting global merchants to emerging markets, has enabled Airtel Money as a payment method…
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Startups
Safaricom Opens Applications for Spark Accelerator Program Phase 2
Nine startups who are part of the inaugural cohort of the Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program recently part in an investor…
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CYBER SECURITY
Foreign Cyber Threats in Kenya: National Strategies for Digital Defense
Cyber threats have become a national security challenge as Kenya is rapidly digitizing. Its digital assets, from financial institutions to…
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Cassava to Upgrade its Data Centres with NVIDIA Tech
Cassava Technologies has announced plans to build Africa’s first AI factory — a powerful and super-secure data centre facility powered…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Hosts Over 100 Women Entrepreneurs in Kapsabet
NCBA last evening hosted an exclusive dinner at Allen Hotel, Kapsabet, Nandi County, to reaffirm its commitment to supporting women…
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71% of Kenyan Consumers Experience Digital Fraud
Digital payments firm Visa has released a new study outlining consumer awareness and proactive security measures for digital payments. According…
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BUSINESS
Save on Banking Time With 24/7 Cash Deposit Machines: Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide
In Kenya’s increasingly 24/7 economy, businesses face unique challenges, specifically those that still handle large sums of cash and operate…
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Binance Champions Crypto Regulation Clarity and Cyber Security at Nairobi Event
As Africa’s digital economy expands, policymakers across the continent are stepping up efforts to regulate the rapidly growing Web3 space,…
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Reviews
Epson EcoTank L6550 Printer: A High-Performance All-in-One for Businesses
Epson EcoTank L6550 Printer: We have used Epson printers for all our office printing needs for years now, specifically the…
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NFT Fundraising in Kenya: A Legal Loophole or the Future of Startup Capital?
In an unprecedented declaration, the Commissioner of the US Securities and Exchange Policy (SEC) – Hester Peirce – hinted that…
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Why a U.S. Law Change Could Disrupt the Global Internet
For close to thirty years, section 230 of the Communications Decency Act has offered websites immunity from legal responsibility for…
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Telegram Surpasses 1 Billion Users With $547M Profit—How It Stacks Against WhatsApp
Telegram has surpassed 1 billion active users, according to the message posted on the founder Pavel Durov’s channel. Telegram also…
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How Kenyan Artists Can Maximize Earnings from Global Music Streaming Platforms
Kenyan musicians have embraced digital music streaming to distribute their work worldwide. However, earnings from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music,…
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TechTrends Podcast
TechTrends Podcast | The Mobile Money Shift – Airtel Money vs. M-PESA
In this episode of the TechTrends Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of mobile money in Kenya, focusing on the…
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News
Safaricom Slashes 5G Router Price to Ksh 2,999, Cuts Internet Costs
In another twist, Safaricom has pricked the Kenyan internet market with a massive price drop on its 5G Wi-Fi router,…
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How Elon Musk’s Vision Is Reviving X’s $44bn Valuation – A Deep Dive into the Turnaround
X has finally returned to a valuation of $44 billion, which was what Elon Musk paid for back in 2022.…
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Safaricom’s Bold Tech Pivot: Decode 2025 Event Highlights AI, Cybersecurity, and Climate Innovation
Safaricom Decode 2025 event has just concluded making a milestone in the company’s tech transformation. Safaricom Decode, the company’s three-day…
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Safaricom Decode Earth Arena: A Call for Climate Resilience and Innovation
Safaricom Decode, the telco’s annual Engineering Summit finally ended on Thursday. The event brought together young engineers, scientists, tech enthusiasts,…
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LINX Expands Nairobi Network to PAIX Data Centres
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has announced that it has completed the expansion of its Nairobi network to PAIX in…
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Cybersecurity Discussions Take Center Stage at Safaricom Decode 3.0
Safaricom’s annual Engineering Summit (Safaricom Decode 3.0) kicked off on Wednesday with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity as an important…
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Social Media
WPP CEO Reveals Why Advertisers Are Returning to Elon Musk’s X
In an announcement, WPP’s chief, Mark Read, made it clear that ad volumes on Elon Musk’s X, previously Twitter, had…
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Bolt Eyes Corporate Market With 23% Lower Fares
Ride-hailing company Bolt is ramping up efforts to capture a larger share of Kenya’s corporate transport sector, positioning itself as…
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Gadgets
OPPO Reno13 Series: The Game-Changer in Mobile Gaming
OPPO Reno13 Series: As mobile gaming continues to shape the way people entertain themselves, eSports has emerged as one of…
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Roam and 4G Capital Partner to Finance Electric Boda Bodas in Kenya
Roam, Kenya’s electric mobility company, has partnered with digital credit provider 4G Capital to offer electric motorcycles financing to boda…
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Dubai Esports and Games Festival Returns
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced the return of the Dubai Esports and Games Festival (DEF). The fourth…
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These Countries are Nearly Cashless Societies According to Research
A recent study by BoxBet ranked the most cashless societies by analyzing key financial and digital payment adoption indicators across…
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Safaricom Annual Engineering Summit EA Edition Kicks Off in Nairobi
Safaricom has today kicked off its third edition of the annual Safaricom Engineering Summit. The summit provides a platform for…
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Vertiv Partners With Oxigen to Develop Spain’s Largest Data Center
Vertiv has announced that it is collaborating with Oxigen, a leader in data hosting, processing and distribution services, to design…
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Africa CISO Summit Set to Take Place This Week
Cybersecurity professionals in Africa are set to gather in Nairobi for the second edition of the Africa CISO Summit. Slated…
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Google Hustle Academy 2025 Applications Open
Google has opened applications for the 2025 edition of Hustle Academy, a free business training program designed for small and…
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CYBER SECURITY
MDR Users Report 97.5% Fewer Claims Than Endpoint-Only Users – Sophos Study
A new Sophos study has revealed the different impact that endpoint solutions, EDR/XDR technologies and MDR services have on claims…
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Epson Earns 6th Spot on Clarivate’s Top 100 Innovators
Epson has been recognized as the 6th most innovative company in the prestigious Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2025 ranking.…
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BUSINESS
LG Offering Over 20% Off Deals at Carrefour
LG Electronics (LG) East Africa in partnership with Carrefour, has launched an exclusive shopping campaign featuring special discounts and giveaways.…
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News
WIOCC and iColo Partner to Drive ISP Growth in Kenya
Connectivity provider WIOCC has joined forces with carrier-neutral data centre provider iColo to accelerate the growth of Internet Service Providers…
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Kenya’s GDP Projected to Grow by 4.7%, Driven by Digitization – Mastercard
Kenya’s GDP in 2025 is projected to grow by 4.7% year over year, outpacing the global average which is forecast…
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BUSINESS
NCBA Bank Opens New Branch in Tatu City
NCBA has opened a new branch at Tatu City, Kenya’s leading Special Economic Zone, emphasising its commitment to providing banking…
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Airtel Africa Launches AI Powered Spam Alert Service in Nigeria
Airtel Africa has announced the launch of an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Spam Alert Service in Nigeria. This service, which offers…
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BUSINESS
Us-Based HQ House Opens Its Second Outlet in Kenya’s Tatu City
HQ Kenya House has officially opened its doors at Tatu City, establishing itself as the second outlet in the world…
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News
Telkom Kenya Secures KSh 570M Deal for Open RAN Deployment
Telkom Kenya has signed a $4.4 million (KSh 570M) deal with Japanese tech firm Rakuten Symphony and U.S.-based Airspan Networks…
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Africa’s Digital Battleground: Why Regulators Are Pushing Back Against Starlink
Elon Musk’s Starlink is rapidly expanding into the African continent, looking to become part of the Internet infrastructure landscape. Lately,…
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Can Netflix Dominate Africa? The Rise of Local Originals & Streaming Trends
Netflix’s dedication to telling African stories has become entrenched, with a diverse range of original local and transnational content resonating…
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Oracle Strategic Play for TikTok: A New Era in Tech Partnerships
Oracle has emerged as the foremost candidate in a high-stake deal to assist in running TikTok’s U.S. operations, attempting to…
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How The Pirate Bay Changed the Internet Forever: Carl Lundström’s Legacy
The death of Carl Lundström in a plane crash on March 10, 2025, marked the departure of a key individual…
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New Kenyan ID Cards Rejected? Here’s Why You Can’t Get a SIM or Bank Account
For a newly minted young Kenyan‘s national ID, the natural follow-on is to register for a SIM card and bank account. But many are now finding that the new ID documents are being denied by banks and telecom…
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OPPO Reno13 F 5G Full Review: Style, Stamina and AI Smarts
OPPO makes incredible midrange smartphones for the Kenyan market, especially with their Reno series. This year, it brought the F…
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