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Apple Apparently Wants To Build A Humanoid Robot
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Apple Apparently Wants To Build A Humanoid Robot

Recent reports suggest that Apple is exploring the development of humanoid robots, potentially as part of its future smart-home ecosystem. According to TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, these products are in the early…

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Why Samsung S25 Is Worth The Upgrade
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Why Samsung S25 Is Worth The Upgrade

Samsung Electronics announced the release of the much-hyped and talked-about Samsung Galaxy S25 series on January 22, featuring significant hardware upgrades and ushering in a new era of AI-driven innovation empowering users not just in…

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Massive Data Breach Exposes 2.7 Billion IoT Device Records
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Massive Data Breach Exposes 2.7 Billion IoT Device Records

Mass Hydro, a Chinese manufacturer of Internet of Things (IoT) grow lights, has inadvertently exposed approximately 2.7 billion records due to an unsecured database. This data breach, discovered by cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler,…

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HMD celebrates Vals with consumer education on phone authenticity
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HMD celebrates Vals with consumer education on phone authenticity

Human Mobile Devices (HMD), a global leader in innovative smartphone technology is is spreading love during this Valentine’s Day by educating consumers on the key features to look out for in ensuring authenticity during their next purchase…

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15 Digital Innovation Hubs Selected Under DigiKen Initiative
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15 Digital Innovation Hubs Selected Under DigiKen Initiative

Kenya is taking bold steps to secure its place at the forefront of the digital transformation with the selection of 15 Digital Innovation Hubs (DiHs) under UN Joint SDG Fund Programme DigiKen (Digital Platforms Kenya). This initiative led…

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Ethio Telecom Unveils EV Charging Station in Addis Ababa
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Ethio Telecom Unveils EV Charging Station in Addis Ababa

Ethio telecom has unveiled its newly built EV charging station in Addis Ababa. The telco says this initiative aligns with its vision as a leading digital solutions provider and its slogan, “Bringing New Possibilities.” The EV charging…

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Adobe Now Has Its Own AI Video-Generation Tool
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Adobe Now Has Its Own AI Video-Generation Tool

Adobe has officially entered the AI-generated video space with a groundbreaking tool that promises commercial safety for its users. Unlike other AI platforms, Adobe’s tool emphasizes legally sound content creation, ensuring users can…

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TikTok Is Finally Back on the US App Store
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TikTok Is Finally Back on the US App Store

After a brief removal, TikTok has made its way back to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in the U.S. The short-form video giant, owned by China-based ByteDance, was previously pulled due to national security concerns, but now a new…

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WhatsApp Is Introducing Social Media Integration for Profiles
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WhatsApp Is Introducing Social Media Integration for Profiles

WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows users to link their social media accounts directly to their profiles. The latest beta update for iOS (version 25.3.10.72) introduces this feature, giving users more control over their online…

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Why you need the Galaxy S25 in your life
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Why you need the Galaxy S25 in your life

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series in the Kenyan market on January 22 with significant hardware upgrades. It also ushered a new era of AI-driven innovation empowering users not just in Kenya, but around the world. The Galaxy S25 series…

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Amazon Has Updated Its Prime Video App on Apple TV
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Amazon Has Updated Its Prime Video App on Apple TV

Amazon has rolled out a significant update to its Prime Video app on Apple TV, introducing smoother navigation, enhanced accessibility, and an overall more refined user experience. The update, available for all three generations of the…

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Safaricom Holds Interim Dividend Steady at Ksh 0.55 Per Share
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Safaricom Holds Interim Dividend Steady at Ksh 0.55 Per Share

Telco giant Safaricom has announced it will maintain its interim dividend at Ksh 0.55 per share, totaling Ksh 22.04 billion, despite facing significant hurdles in its Ethiopian operations. The dividend announcement follows a challenging…

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Apple Resumes Advertising on X After Year-Long Break
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Apple Resumes Advertising on X After Year-Long Break

Apple has made a big move by resuming its advertising on X (formerly known as Twitter), marking a notable change in its marketing strategy. The tech giant had paused its advertising efforts on the platform back in November 2023, following…

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Elon Musk Reveals That Grok 3 Is Near Completion
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Elon Musk Reveals That Grok 3 Is Near Completion

In a recent address at the World Government Summit in Dubai, Elon Musk has revealed that Grok 3, the latest AI chatbot from his company xAI, is nearing completion and is slated for release in the next two weeks. Grok 3 is positioned as a…

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The Smartphone Wars: How Samsung Outpaced Apple by 700+ Million Units
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The Smartphone Wars: How Samsung Outpaced Apple by 700+ Million Units

Over the past decade, the global smartphone market has undoubtedly been dominated by two industry giants: Samsung and Apple. While both companies have maintained significant market shares and a loyal customer base, Samsung has consistently…

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Madica Announces Investments in Four African Tech Startups
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Madica Announces Investments in Four African Tech Startups

Madica has announced its latest round of investments in four tech-enabled startups which include Medikea, Motherbeing, Pixii Motors and ToumAI. Each startup has received an investment of up to $200,000 and will participate in Madica’s…

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Equity Bank Cuts Interest Rates After CBK Rate Cut
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Equity Bank Cuts Interest Rates After CBK Rate Cut

Equity Bank has announced reduction in interest rates on all new and existing Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities, effective February 13th, 2025, for new loans and from 1st of March for existing loans. This follows the recent…

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