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Elon Musk’s vision of creating an “everything app” is taking form quite nicely. This comes after X (formerly Twitter) announced a partnership with Visa to power its upcoming ‘X Money’ digital payment system. This collaboration will be X’s…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of various sectors, including business and art. And the tech is expected to make its way into more sectors as it advances in the future. Among the prominent AI models, OpenAI’s…
As of January 2025, Apple’s latest operating system, iOS 18, has been adopted by 76% of iPhones released in the past four years. This statistic highlights the rapid uptake of new software versions among users with newer devices. When…
Mozilla Thunderbird, the widely trusted open-source email client, has rolled out its latest update, Thunderbird 134, bringing a cutting-edge notification system to the forefront. Designed to elevate user experience, the new feature ensures…
Safaricom is seeking approval from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) to build its own undersea cable as part of its strategy to expand and improve internet connectivity in the region. This move places Safaricom in direct…
Everyone in the AI industry can’t seem to stop talking about the seismic shock that Chinese company DeepSeek has created, and for good reason. Last week, the startup unveiled an AI model that appears to rival industry leaders like OpenAI…
Microsoft is preparing to shut down its official webpage for Windows themes and desktop wallpapers. This move marks the end of an era for a resource that has been a go-to platform for users seeking to customize their Windows experience.…
Just as DeepSeek was celebrating its meteoric rise to the top of Apple’s App Store charts, the Chinese AI chatbot hit an unexpected roadblock. The company reported experiencing “large-scale malicious attacks” on its services, forcing it to…
Today will certainly be a day to forget for Nvidia. The California-based tech company experienced the largest single-day market value loss in US stock market history today, shedding over $520 billion in market capitalization. To put this…
Domain owners in Kenya will be forced to dig deeper into their pockets to keep their websites online. This is as a result of a 43% price increase for third-level Kenyan domains, which will be effective from February 1 this year. The…
Samsung is reportedly working on a revolutionary feature in wearable technology: non-invasive blood glucose monitoring. This development (thanks, Android Authority), which could debut in the upcoming Galaxy Watch 7, has the potential to…
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a feature that will allow iOS users to manage multiple accounts within the same app. As WABetaInfo first spotted, this functionality is expected to simplify account management for users who juggle personal…
There has been a lot of noise in Silicon Valley lately, thanks to a Chinese AI startup called DeepSeek. The Zhejiang-based AI lab has achieved what many thought impossible: building a state-of-the-art AI model at a fraction of the cost of…
When using your smartphone for online tasks, you have two primary internet connection options: cellular data and Wi-Fi. On the other hand, however, when using a laptop or desktop computer—which is the case for many of us who study or ‘work…
Kenyans attempting to purchase Kenya Power tokens via Safaricom’s M-Pesa are currently unable to do so. Customers have been reporting technical problems since around 6 pm, and the issue remains unresolved after more than two hours.…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened applications for students who sat for their KCSE 2024 exams to join Kenya Medical Training Colleges (KMTC) and Technical and Vocational Education and…
Azam TV, Kenya’s third-largest DTH (direct-to-home) service provider, experienced a huge drop in its subscriber base during the first quarter of the financial year 2024/25. The latest figures from Communications Authority of Kenya (CA)…
Kenyan residents are receiving more international voice calls. Based on data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), a significant year-over-year growth of 57.47% was observed, representing an increase of 48,989,304 over 12…
Safaricom subscribers of Bonga Point are safe for now after the High Court quashed the telco’s expiry policy. On 28th October 2022, Safaricom PLC publicly announced via its website and other media channels, that all Bonga Points…
Apple enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated iOS 18.3 update is set to roll out next week, bringing with it a host of exciting features and improvements. This update is packed with enhancements that promise to elevate…
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series, comprising the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, is now available for pre-order in Kenya, with an official release yet to be revealed. This new lineup blends cutting-edge design, enhanced…
Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road and a pioneering figure in cryptocurrency, has been fully pardoned by President Donald Trump. Ulbricht, a tech-savvy entrepreneur from Austin, Texas, created Silk Road in 2011 as a hidden online…
Truecaller, the popular caller identification and spam-blocking app, has finally introduced real-time caller ID functionality for iPhone users. This long-awaited update, previously available only on Android devices, brings new convenience…
The future of TikTok’s U.S. operations is hanging in the balance as high-profile names from tech, media, and politics position themselves to take control of the wildly popular social media platform. With over 150 million U.S. users,…
