Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
A mentoring programme has been launched to empower girls by equipping them with skills to enhance their career prospects and entrepreneurship in digital marketplace. The programme dubbed Spark is part of the Tech Women Festival to be held…
Nvidia has confirmed that some of its early RTX 50 series graphics cards were affected by a rare manufacturing issue, leading to missing Render Output Units (ROPs) and slight performance degradation. Initially, Nvidia had stated that only…
Google has unveiled a big enhancement to Google Drive by introducing searchable video transcripts. This new feature aims to improve the accessibility of video content stored in Drive and streamline the process of locating specific…
Infinix is set to stir things up in the smartphone AI space with its upcoming Note 50 series launch in Indonesia next month. According to multiple reports, the mid-range lineup will feature a major AI upgrade, thanks to the integration of…
Last week, TikTok announced the rollout of its STEM feed to users in Kenya. The feed launched in Europe and the US last year and it has finally made its way to Kenya. TikTok STEM Feed is a dedicated feed for educational and inspiring STEM…
Apple is reportedly preparing to integrate Google’s Gemini AI model into its Apple Intelligence platform, potentially enhancing the capabilities of Siri and other AI-driven features. This development follows Apple’s previous collaboration…
British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced the provision of a $100 million Tier 2 capital facility to KCB Bank Kenya to increase its lending capacity to…
The Australian government has announced a sweeping ban on Kaspersky Lab’s security software across all government systems. Effective April 1 of this year, this decision aims to protect sensitive data from potential foreign interference,…
Dream VC, a venture capital education platform in Africa, has announced the official opening for applications for its 2025 fellowship programs. Through this initiative, Dream VC hopes to equip aspiring investors with the knowledge, skills,…
Google has unveiled the pricing for its latest AI video generation model, Veo 2. According to the company’s official pricing page, Veo 2 is available at a rate of 50 cents per second of generated video, translating to $30 per minute or…
Apple is planning to refresh its MacBook Air lineup with the introduction of the M4 chip, which is anticipated to launch in March 2025. This update is expected to include both the 13-inch and 15-inch versions, completing the MacBook…
Infinix is set to launch its next Note device, the Infinix Note 50 early next month. The company hasn’t revealed much about this phone but from the teasers surfacing online, the phone will be about 9mm thick, have NFC support, dual-band…
Google has announced plans to discontinue SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail accounts. This decision reflects the company’s commitment to adopting more secure and reliable methods of user verification. SMS-based 2FA, which…
Cloud mining has revolutionized cryptocurrency earnings, allowing users to mine Bitcoin and other digital assets without expensive hardware or technical expertise. If you’re looking for a profitable and reliable cloud mining platform, this…
DStv is one of the oldest pay TV services in Kenya. Owned by MultiChoice, DStv has a wide range of TV and radio channels that users can access. The number of channels a user can access depends on the specific package they choose. With all…
Showmax announced the prices for Showmax 2.0 which is expected to in early February. The Showmax packages pricing start from Ksh 300 for the most affordable package to ksh 1,000 for the most expensive package. You will be able to pay for…
Registration is now open for the 2025 Edition of Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF25), a bilingual global gathering that will convene hundreds of delegates in Lusaka, Zambia, from April 29th to May 1st, 2025. This will be the 12th…
In a recent security incident, the free-to-play game PirateFi was removed from Valve’s Steam platform after it was discovered distributing the Vidar infostealing malware. This malicious software targeted users’ sensitive information,…
Showmax has introduced a Kiswahili interface for its Tanzanian subscribers. This is the first streaming platform to do so and it sets Showmax apart from its competitors. As an Africa-first streaming service, such localization efforts can…
YouTube is preparing to launch Premium Lite, a more affordable subscription tier designed for users who primarily watch non-music content and seek an ad-free experience. This new offering is expected to roll out soon in the United States,…
The Oppo Find N5, unveiled on February 20, marks a huge advancement in foldable smartphone technology, setting new benchmarks for design, performance, and user experience. Distinguished as the world’s thinnest foldable phone, the Find N5…
OPPO has announced the launch of its Reno 13 series in Kenya, scheduled for February 28. The series will include two models: the Reno 13 F 5G, available in Plum Purple and Graphite Grey, and the Reno 13 F, offered in Graphite Grey and…
As the fight against crypto crime intensifies, the results speak for themselves — leaving criminals with fewer opportunities to operate. According to the 2025 Crypto Crime report from Chainalysis, in 2024 the value received by illicit…
Datacentrix has been re-awarded HP’s prestigious Amplify Impact Partner status. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to sustainability, diversity and social responsibility, as well as its efforts to drive positive change…
