Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
The Hedera Hashathon: Nairobi Edition has officially begun! This week-long virtual hackathon, running from March 24 to March 30, is a collaboration between Hedera Hashgraph and Kenya Tech Events. It aims to empower developers, students,…
Ant Group, backed by Jack Ma, has developed innovative techniques for training AI models using Chinese-made semiconductors that could slash costs by 20%, according to recent reports. The company leveraged chips from Alibaba (an Ant…
South Korean startup FuriosaAI has turned down an $800 million acquisition offer from Meta Platforms Inc. The Seoul-based company, led by former Samsung and AMD engineer June Paik, has instead chosen to chart its own course as an…
The Visa Stay Secure Study 2025 was released recently and revealed a rise in consumer awareness and proactive security measures for digital payments across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (CEMEA). The ninth annual…
Last week, the Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program held an investor demo day where 9 startups from the inaugural cohort showcased their achievements while fostering connections with prospective investors. The Investor Day is the final…
The Trump administration has implemented a rule requiring nearly all visa applicants, including those seeking green cards, to provide their social media identifiers from the past five years. This measure, part of the administration’s…
China has announced comprehensive regulations aimed at safeguarding individual rights and enhancing data security to address privacy concerns associated with the widespread use of facial recognition technology. The Cyberspace…
Kenya’s insurance industry has long seen low adoption numbers of around 2.3%. Many Kenyans either don’t see the need for insurance or see it as being too expensive and complicated to access. But Safaricom, through its financial services…
At the recently concluded Safaricom Decode 3.0, the company’s Director of Network, Antony Gacanja, said there is need for businesses to modernize their data infrastructure. At the event, Gacanja highlighted how multi-cloud environments,…
Safaricom, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation and M-PESA Africa, has successfully hosted the inaugural Spark Accelerator Demo Day, marking a major milestone for nine innovative startups. The event, held at the Michael Joseph…
Anthropic has added web search capabilities to Claude, its AI-powered chatbot, in a move to bring its AI assistant up to speed with competitors. Evidence suggests this new feature is powered by Brave Search, the search engine maintained by…
Apple is facing legal trouble after a new lawsuit accused the company of misleading consumers with its AI claims. The tech giant has long positioned itself as a leader in innovation, but recent reports suggest that its AI capabilities,…
Three Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) students have been selected to represent Kenya at the Global Huawei ICT Competition that will bring together tech talent from around the world in Shenzhen, China, in May…
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has completed the expansion of the Nairobi network to PAIX in Nairobi. LINX Nairobi is a neutral, multi-site Internet Exchange Point (IXP) that was launched from three data centre locations in Nairobi in…
Kenya is stepping up efforts to flight document forgery by adopting a digital verification system. The country is doing this in partnership with India. According to Hon. William Kabogo the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Information,…
Designed with an array of sizes to cater for every modern space and user preference, the LG OLED evo C4 TVs have greatly transformed modern entertainment over the last 11 years. The cutting-edge technology in these televisions introduces…
The Safaricom Decode 3.0 summit, held at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, showcased cutting-edge innovations aimed at enhancing customer experiences and empowering developers. Among the key announcements were the introduction of Video…
Infinix has announced the AI∞ Beta Plan, introducing the Gen Beta era of artificial intelligence alongside the launch of the NOTE 50 Series and AIoT Family. The initiative is designed to integrate AI advancements into Infinix’s products…
Binance recently hosted a community event in Kenya, bringing together key industry stakeholders, regulators, and crypto enthusiasts. The event was attended by Eng. John Tanui, the Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Information,…
Absa Bank Kenya has announced net earnings of 20.9 billion for the year ended 31 December 2024, a 28% jump year over year. The bank also declared a total dividend of Ksh 9.5 billion which translates to Ksh 1.75 per ordinary share. This is…
Businesses looking to simplify and optimize their technology investments can now leverage NTT DATA’s expertise as a Global Managed Service Provider (MSP) for SAP. By joining the SAP PartnerEdge program, Run Track, NTT DATA brings fully…
Huawei participated in Safaricom Decode 3.0, a premier career and networking event that brought together industry leaders, students, and aspiring professionals to bridge the gap between academia and the job market. The event, designed to…
South African entertainment company MultiChoice has announced price increases for its DStv satellite television service and Showmax streaming platform, effective April 1, 2025. This decision has sparked discussions among subscribers and…
As mobile gaming continues to shape the way people entertain themselves, eSports has emerged as one of the hottest trends of the new generation. Representing the energy of users worldwide, the Reno series consistently adapts to meet users’…
