Latest technology stories from across Kenya.
Airtel Africa’s Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven Spam Alert service has flagged more than 205 million spam SMS messages across 13 markets in the last six months. Kenya has recorded the highest volume at 68 million. The service was…
At its annual Made on YouTube 2025 event, YouTube introduced a wide range of updates designed to help creators grow, engage audiences, and monetize more effectively. The announcements spanned new livestreaming features, AI-powered editing…
Sports betting has always been shaped by information. A single injury update, a manager’s press conference, or a leaked lineup can cause betting odds to swing dramatically. In the digital age, this information no longer comes solely from…
If you will be up and about tonight, it is wise to have some cash on you in your actual physical wallet instead of M-Pesa. It is also advisable to carry your debit card or have your money in alternative mobile money wallets like Airtel…
Today turned into a nightmare for thousands of travelers across Europe as a cyberattack knocked out electronic check-in systems at three major airports. Heathrow, Brussels Airport, and Berlin-Brandenburg Airport were all forced to switch…
Airtel Africa has announced that its AI-powered Spam Alert service flagged more than 205 million spam SMS messages across 13 of its 14 markets in just six months. Offered at no charge, the service stands out as a major regional effort to…
Kenya’s budget smartphone market is moving fast, with brands like, Samsung, TECNO and Infinix raising expectations on performance, design, and features. The Redmi 15C offers a big battery and a trusted brand name, but it shows how value…
Safaricom has upgraded its M-PESA platform with a new core system called Fintech 2.0, the first major change since 2015, aimed at boosting capacity and reliability. The new system raises M-PESA’s capacity of transactions from 4,500 to…
Google is transforming Chrome into an AI-first browser, embedding its Gemini AI model directly into the world’s most widely used browser. With Chrome holding the largest market share globally, these changes are expected to change how…
OpenAI is rolling out new measures to improve teen safety on ChatGPT, including an AI-powered age-prediction system and a suite of parental controls set to launch by the end of this month. The move comes amid growing scrutiny of how young…
Samsung recently introduced its new Vision AI platform. This is featured across the latest NEO QLED, OLED and The Frame TVs. You can see it in action on the 100-Inch NEO QLED AI TV that is available in Kenya. At the heart of Vision AI is…
Google is offering a one-year subscription to the Google AI Pro plan to eligible students in Kenya and seven other African countries. The program will also be available in Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.…
Choosing a reliable online casino is essential for a secure and enjoyable gaming experience. WinWin, or WWIN Casino, provides a platform where players can enjoy a wide range of games with confidence. Selecting a trustworthy casino involves…
Samsung has officially unveiled one of its latest TV, the 2025 NEO QLED 100-inch AI TV, in Kenya. This TV’s model number is S-QA100QN80FUXKE. The company says this is its most advanced flagship TV yet and will be available in Kenya at Ksh…
A flashy new token launch in Kenya has ended in embarrassment after it was linked to a hacked account and a deepfake video scam of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The clip, which briefly went up on his X account, appeared to show him…
Genetec has been named the world’s top video surveillance software vendor, according to newly released industry reports from Omdia and Novaira Insights. The 2025 Video Surveillance & Analytics Database Report by Omdia confirmed that…
Microsoft has announced that Xbox Game Camp Africa is returning for its third year. The 12-week program officially kicks off on December 4, 2025, in Cape Town, South Africa, during Africa Games Week. The initiative is organised in…
dLocal processes payments in South Africa for some of the world’s biggest brands. As a cross-border payment platform connecting global merchants to emerging markets, dLocal has expanded its South African offering by integrating Capitec…
PayU Kenya, a subsidiary of global payments firm PayU, has entered liquidation 6 years after launching in the East African fintech market. Sonal Tejpal has been appointed liquidator under Kenya’s Insolvency Act to oversee the winding down…
There’s nothing more exciting than upgrading to a new phone until you realize your WhatsApp chats, voice notes, and favorite memes are stuck on the old one. For years, moving WhatsApp between Android and iPhone was almost impossible.…
Microsoft‘s Xbox Game Camp Africa will launch its 2025 edition on December 4 in Cape Town, marking the program’s third year of developing game creators across the continent. The 12-week structured program partners with ID@Xbox’s Developer…
Google is tightening control over Android’s design language by making themed icons mandatory across all apps distributed via the Play Store. This move, which takes effect later this year, aims to fix one of Android’s most visible design…
The launch of Uber Safari in Nairobi has ignited plenty of conversation among Kenyans, with online reactions ranging from excitement to skepticism. As the name implies, you can now book a game drive at Nairobi National Park straight from…
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy A17 smartphone and the Galaxy Buds Core in Kenya. The Buds Core are already available, while the Galaxy A17 will hit shelves on 22nd September 2025. “Giving more Kenyans simple, helpful technology…
