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Over 70% of OpenAI’s employees have told the board to resign citing incompetence, poor judgement and misaligned values towards the company’s mission and its employees. In what could likely be a final blow to OpenAI, 505 out of the current…
Sam Altman the founder of OpenAI has a new job. The ex-CEO of the company behind ChatGPT was fired by the OpenAI board on Friday. Today, Microsoft CEO has announced that the tech giant has hired Mr. Altman and his fellow co-founder Greg…
Former OpenAI Chief Executive Officer, Sam Altman is not returning as CEO despite the weekend-long negotiations with the Board following his sudden firing on Friday. Instead, Emmett Shear, the co-founder of Twitch will take over as interim…
The man recently out of a job Mr. Sam Altman has issued undefined threats to the OpenAI board hours after he was fired. On his social media account, Mr. Altman wrote “if I start going off, the OpenAI board should go after me for the full…
Mobile phone users in Kenya will be able to call at cheaper rates from the 1st of March 2024. ICT industry regulator the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has revised the Mobile Termination Rates (MTRs) and Fixed Termination Rates…
A cryptocurrency with a massive market cap has caught the attention of the financial world. Using the power of the shiba inu (SHIB) dog breed, the cryptocurrency bearing its name has gained huge traction among investors. This joke-inspired…
It appears that Apple is finally giving in and will be introducing support for RCS (Rich Communication Services) for the iPhone. This has come as a surprise as the tech giant previously showed no intent to adopt the RCS messaging standard…
Buying a cheap phone isn’t as easy as it seems. You have to search a lot to find the best phone that can meet your needs within your budget. Sometimes, you get suggestions from friends and family, but you don’t get the right information.…
Kenyans seeking services from various government agencies have been experiencing delays all year round. In several instances, IT systems and machinery have been blamed for the delays. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has…
Brave software has been announced as an official sponsor of the Kenya NFT Summit. The second edition of the Kenya NFT + AI Summit will take place at the Alliance Francaise in Nairobi, Kenya. The art event will highlight the latest advances…
Kenya will host the electronic system that will support a bank network enabling cross-border payments across Africa. Speaking at the launch of AfCFTA’s Trade and Development Centre at the Strathmore University, President Ruto confirmed…
Want to know the secret to increasing your reach and engagement on your Reels? It’s simple: you need to acquire more likes on your Instagram reels. In the world of social media, likes mean approval. Whether you’re an aspiring influencer, a…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a statement warning the public to be vigilant of fraudsters. CA has stated that individuals masquerading as official staff” are defrauding unsuspecting members of the public and…
The online casino gaming industry has undergone a remarkable transformation thanks to the rapid march of technology. Starting with its modest origins, the digital gaming world has seen noteworthy development, offering a truly unprecedented…
The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) made its maiden Journey in 2017. It is owned by Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) and operated by Africa Star Railway Operation Company. In the six years since its launch in June 2017, the Madaraka Express…
M-Pesa Africa Managing Director, Mr. Sitoyo Lopokoiyit is to be inducted in the 11:FS Hall of Fame for his role in driving financial inclusion across Africa through M-Pesa. The mobile financial services expert has directly been responsible…
Technology has long been seen as a double-edged sword, capable of harming and helping society. In recent years, a growing number of innovative solutions have emerged that harness the power of technology to make a positive impact on the…
In the world today, many people choose to work in a freelance capacity. Take it on a gig or two at a time and move on to the next. For a number of these professionals, Upwork has been the prominent online freelance marketplace. It connects…
The World Bank is recommending changes to the Kenyan Data Protection Act of 2019. Based on the bank’s report, the recommendations specifically target regulations on the localization of data. According to the Data Protection Act, at least…
Safaricom has fully bought M-Pesa Holding Company Limited (MHCL) from the British multinational Vodafone International Holdings BV. The share purchase agreement has led to the transfer of 100% shareholding in M-PESA Holding from Vodafone…
The government of Kenya’s tax on mobile money transactions is one of the highest in the African continent. First introduced in 2012, government taxes on transaction fees started at 10% and were increased to 12% in 2018. After the…
In an increasingly digital world, women are still less likely than men to own a mobile phone and use key services, such as mobile money. However, M-Pesa, a mobile money platform serving more than 59 million customers across Africa has…
Over the past few years, Africa has witnessed the growth in e-commerce. Businesses both large and small have adapted e-commerce either wholesomely or in a hybrid setup. That means some traditional brick-and-mortar stores have set up…
The tech industry has long been challenged to step up its efforts in bringing more ladies into the sector. MTN Uganda part of the MTN Group has risen to the challenge. Currently, the Ugandan Telco has women at 51% of its workforce proving…
