Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Applications are now open for the 2025 Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program. As the first initiative of its kind in Africa, this equity-free mentorship program will identify promising early-stage startups keen on applying…
Positive social impact is often only associated with governments or NGOs, organisations which are doing good without the motivation of profit or brand. However, fintechs are oftentimes uniquely positioned to solve social issues through…
In a recent security alert, Gmail has warned its 2.5 billion users about a sophisticated phishing scam leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to deceive individuals into revealing their account credentials. This development underscores…
Nvidia has been leading the gaming industry with its AI-driven enhancements. The upcoming DLSS 4.0 paired with the GeForce RTX 50 series is set to redefine performance. With AI-powered upscaling, better frame generation, and enhanced ray…
YouTube Premium subscribers now have access to a fresh slate of experimental features, with the long-awaited 4x playback speed option finally joining the lineup. This ultra-fast playback setting, while perhaps too rapid for regular content…
In a move that brings Kenya’s maritime trade firmly into the digital age, the country is set to change how importers secure insurance for their cargo. Starting February 14 of this year, Kenya will require all importers to obtain marine…
In the financial year ending June 2024, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) experienced a cybercrime incident resulting in a loss of KES 47 million. An internal investigation led to the suspension of 11 employees implicated in the theft. KNH…
Smile ID has released its 2025 Digital Identity Fraud in Africa Report, highlighting critical fraud trends across the continent. The report reveals that East Africa recorded the highest rejection rate for combined biometric and document…
Fahari Aviation is set to host the inaugural AdvancedAir Mobility (AAM) Symposium from March 18th to 19th, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. This premier event will serve as a platform to unlock the transformative potential of Advanced Air Mobility…
Swedfund is committing €40 million to the Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund (EAAIF), a company of the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), managed by Ninety One. The investment will address infrastructure gaps in…
Microsoft South Africa has announced the launch of Microsoft’s AI skilling initiative for South Africa, a programme aimed at empowering one million South Africans with growing in-demand digital skills by 2026. “Harnessing the…
As the meme coin market rebounds, Fartcoin and SPX6900 are leading the charge. But the real opportunities could lie in upcoming utility-driven projects like Solaxy, Meme Index, and MIND of Pepe. The meme coin market is showing renewed…
The crypto market remains a hot topic in 2025, and the most popular cryptocurrencies continue their path to success. The web3 hosts thousands of digital coins and offers just as many opportunities to achieve financial freedom. Still,…
EFT Corporation has appointed Farai Tigere to head up their Zimbabwean operations to drive the organisation’s strategy of fostering financial inclusion, digital transformation and economic empowerment in the region. EFTCorp provides…
In times of economic and political unrest, gold has traditionally been seen as a haven asset. Gold prices and trading volumes are greatly affected by global events, be they social, political, or economic. For ages, people have looked to…
Safaricom has today announced the launch of a new customer promotion campaign dubbed ‘Data Dabo Dabo’. The promotion is designed to offer customers free extra data bundles when they purchase a data bundle. The campaign will run for three…
The Africa Tech Summit Awards has announced the 2025 finalists, celebrating individuals and companiesimpacting the technology sector across the continent. The winners will be revealed at the awards gathering on February 13th during the…
Meta has agreed to pay a $25 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit brought by US president Donald Trump over his 2021 Facebook suspension. This decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing battle over social media governance, free…
TikTok has announced new partnerships with Aleph Holdings and Wowzi in Kenya. Through this partnership, Aleph Holdings will see TikTok’s sales and support operations seamlessly transition to Aleph’s dedicated Kenyan team. Wowzi on the…
Meta Platforms, Inc. has reported a strong fourth-quarter performance for 2024, demonstrating significant growth across its services and outlining plans for artificial intelligence (AI) integration. However, competition in the AI space is…
Safaricom, marking its 25th anniversary of transforming lives, has unveiled a new three-month customer promotion called ‘Data Dabo Dabo’ that offers subscribers free data bundles through a ‘Buy One Get One Free’ initiative. The campaign,…
Apple Intelligence, introduced in late 2024 with iOS 18.1, is a suite of AI-powered features designed to enhance user experience across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While functionalities like automatic transcription, custom emojis, and…
Fincart.io has announced that it has successfully closed its pre-seed funding round for an undisclosed amount. The round was led by Plus VC, the most active VC in the MENA, with participation from leading regional and international…
AppsFlyer and Google have launched their 2024 “The State of App Marketing in Sub-Saharan Africa” report, analyzing overall performance of finance apps in Sub-Saharan Africa. Drawing on a sample of 1.1 billion app downloads and 20,000 apps,…
