Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Online betting platforms are more popular than ever, giving people the ability to enjoy games and place bets straight from their phones or computers. But with this convenience comes a big question – is your money safe? For most users, one…
In today’s globalised, remote-first world, businesses are no longer bound by physical locations or local markets. Entrepreneurs, startups, and even established companies are increasingly turning to digital tools that allow them to operate…
AI Thumbnail Generator vs. Manual Design: Which Wins for YouTube Success? Eye-catching and interesting thumbnails always get more clicks; that is why creators like you always give time to make the best YouTube thumbnails to attract more…
Safaricom M-PESA partners with LakiPay Financial Technologies to enhance digital payment services in Ethiopia to enabling merchants and consumers to access seamless, secure, and efficient digital financial solutions. Through this…
Agriculture plays a key role in Kenya’s economy employing millions and contributes significantly to the country’s GDP. Even with that, small-scale farmers often face many challenges including access to financing, expert advice and market…
Village Capital launched the second iteration of Greentech Africa 2025, an investment-readiness accelerator aimed to advance 10-15 startups with innovative and sustainable solutions, contributing towards building resilience and mitigating…
Google is shaking things up with Android 16, introducing a new settings API that allows apps to integrate their preferences directly into the system settings menu. If this sounds familiar, it’s because Apple has been doing it for years…
Adobe has released its first AI-powered video editing feature in Premiere Pro, aiming to streamline the editing process through text-based commands. The new tool allows users to edit video by interacting with a transcript of the spoken…
InfiniLink, a semiconductor startup targeting AI-driven data centers, has announced the successful closure of a $10M funding round. This seed-stage investment was joined by MediaTek and Sukna Ventures, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with…
When OpenAI integrated an image-generation feature into GPT-4o, it certainly did not expect to unleash a creative frenzy across social media. Users quickly discovered that they could generate AI-powered images resembling Studio Ghibli’s…
Djamo, a neobanking startup serving the underbanked market in Francophone West Africa, has announced the close of a $17 million funding round. This equity round is the largest ever for an Ivorian startup and surpasses Djamo’s $14 million…
Amazon is advancing its integration of artificial intelligence into the shopping experience through testing a new feature called “Buy for Me.” You’ve probably searched for an item on Amazon and not found in their store. Now, instead of…
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the launch of the first AWS Skills Center community classroom in Kenya. This AWS Skills Center has successfully concluded a three-day in-person cloud computing skills initiative at the University of…
Mitsumi Distribution, a premier IT, Telco, and value distributor across the Middle East and Africa, is poised to participate in GITEX Africa 2025 and showcase a range of future-oriented, AI-driven technology products. As a successful VAD…
SEACOM has announced the appointment of two senior executives to bolster its leadership team. Effective 1 April 2025, Mandisa Ntloko-Petersen joins as the new Group Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), while Charl Slabbert assumes the Group…
Raxio Group has signed an agreement for $100 million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This funding will accelerate Raxio’s expansion of facilities powering key technologies like AI, cloud computing and digital…
By Winnie Karanu, AI National Skills Director, Microsoft Africa. In an era where digital transformation is reshaping every facet of our lives, Kenya’s public sector stands at a critical juncture. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology…
Bupa Global, a leading international private medical insurance (IPMI) provider, has opened its first office in Africa, based in Nairobi, Kenya. This milestone follows the approval of an insurance license for Bupa Global by the Insurance…
Chinese smartphone manufacturers are exploring the implementation of 8000mAh batteries in upcoming devices, aiming to extend battery life and meet increasing consumer demand for longer-lasting smartphones. Realme is reportedly testing…
By Dominika Oliver, Senior Global Manager, Software Engineering at Red Hat During this decade, data has become an important tool in enterprise decision-making, especially as it sets the stage for realising AI-enabled applications and…
You’re running ad campaigns, driving traffic, and testing creatives, but when you check the final numbers, something doesn’t add up. The budget is depleting faster than expected, and the ROI isn’t reaching the desired level. Where is the…
In the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5516, Microsoft has quietly removed the “bypassnro.cmd” script. A workaround that allowed users to install Windows 11 without a Microsoft Account (MSA). This move effectively forces…
The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, originally expected to launch in April 2025, has reportedly been delayed by up to two months. While Samsung has not officially commented on the reason for the postponement, industry insiders…
Visa has announced the appointments of John Njoroge as the new Country Manager and Senior Business Development Leader for Kenya, South Sudan, and Somalia. In this role, John will drive Visa’s strategic growth, enhance client relationships,…
