Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested a sim swap fraudster. The fraudster was arrested by DCI officers based in Thika. According to a statement from the DCI: “ The swindler was arrested right in the act after…
The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu, has unveiled a new grading system that will be implemented in the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). The new grading system will have grade candidates based on two…
By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to become the most prolific and impactful technology trend in the world today. Its adoption by businesses has more than doubled since…
M-pesa has dominated the mobile money market in Kenya for years. Its popularity has not been challenged by any other players and this has propelled Safaricom to greater heights. Airtel Money has tried to challenge M-Pesa’s dominance but…
You may be receiving unwanted calls repeatedly from unknown callers. From vishing (voice phishing) attacks to random marketing calls, and unexpected and unwanted calls from an incessant stalker. Phone numbers have become a unique digital…
In today’s fast-paced financial markets, traders are constantly seeking ways to gain an edge. With the advent of smartphones, trading has become more accessible than ever before. Traders can now execute trades from the palm of their hands,…
The music streaming industry has seen impressive growth across the globe, and Kenya has been no exception to this trend. With the emergence of platforms like Spotify, Boomplay, mdundo among other, music enthusiasts in Kenya have gained…
By Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head, Zoho Kenya For most businesses, the most common goal is expansion. However, for many organisations, there are barriers to this being feasible because of the fiercely competitive business landscape.…
Uncover the unsung heroes of the football world: groundsmen. Dive deep into the meticulous care and dedication that goes into maintaining pristine football pitches and stadiums that make every game a spectacle to behold. The Unseen Heroes:…
As global warming and its adverse impacts intensify, the global community has acknowledged the urgency of reducing carbon emissions to mitigate climate change. A study done by Climate Policy Initiative estimated that the sum of investments…
Esports, also known as competitive gaming, isn’t just a casual pastime anymore. It’s soared to become a billion-dollar sensation, with platforms like Twitch and big-time investments making it possible for gamers globally to earn big while…
KCB to MPesa and vice versa are frequent transactions. The Kenya Commercial Bank (Kenya) Ltd is a financial services provider licensed as a commercial bank, by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The bank has also been running an Agency…
Bitcoin mining is the process of adding new transactions to the Bitcoin blockchain, a public ledger of all Bitcoin transactions. It involves solving complex mathematical problems known as “proof-of-work,” and in exchange, miners are…
Africa Coast to Europe (Ace) subsea cable, runs along the west coast of Africa between France and South Africa. This crucial cable of 17,000 km connects 19 countries in Europe and Africa. Last month, four undersea cables snapped off the…
The M-Pesa ecosystem is proving to be a crucial infrastructure for businesses and customers on the African continent. Currently, M-Pesa is enabling more than one million businesses fulfill different transactions. According, to M-Pesa…
Meta’s Facebook continues to dominate Africa’s social media despite TikTok surge. This is according to a recent Social Media Usage report by GeoPoll. Africa’s social media users have risen continuously, amounting to over 384 million. With…
The African Network Information Centre (AfriNIC), Africa’s Regional Internet Registry has been placed under receivership with board elections expected to be held in six months. This follows a ruling by the Supreme Court of Mauritius on a…
Since 2015, the year Kenya ditched the traditional television model, its TV industry has experienced a seismic shift, with consumers moving to digital subscription-based TV and streaming platforms, the popular ones being Showmax and…
Online dating came into our daily life with utmost speed, becoming an integral part of it. Many dating applications are firmly entrenched at the top of the AppStore and Google PlayStore. The number of users is increasing every second,…
The National Assembly will have the first reading of the Digital Health Bill, 2023 today. The bill was drafted by the government in partnership will healthcare stakeholders. The Digital Health Bill, 2023 aims to bridge existing legal and…
Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) has officially launched a fully redundant terrestrial fibre link. The first route is a 1000KM fibre link between Kenya and Ethiopia. The fibre route is supported by a 711 KM fibre network between…
By Thuli Nkomonde – Director – Bitcoin in Soweto. The recently concluded 2023 BRICS summit rekindled discussions around the pursuit of a unified BRICS currency. The collective strength of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa has…
In addition to ensuring data integrity, hash functions play a vital role in enhancing the overall security of blockchain technology. By protecting private keys, digital signatures, and preventing collusion and centralization, hash…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced the resumption of police clearance certificate services. In a statement, the DCI said: “The processing of Police Clearance Certificates at DCI Headquarters has been fully…
