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OpenAI has unveiled “Deep Research,” a new feature within ChatGPT designed to enhance the artificial intelligence platform’s research capabilities. Currently exclusive to ChatGPT Pro users, Deep Research aims to facilitate detailed and…
Figures don’t lie. If we hold that statement to be true, then it’s certainly concerning that nearly 4.8 billion people worldwide experienced internet censorship in 2024, according to a comprehensive report by cybersecurity firm Surfshark.…
The dream of making phone calls from anywhere on earth is no longer science fiction. Thanks to the recent breakthrough in satellite communication, smartphones can now connect directly to satellites, enabling calls and even video streaming…
The COMESA Competition Commission has launched an investigation into Airtel Money over alleged misleading practices in its international money transfer services across Kenya, Uganda, and Malawi. The probe centers on claims that the company…
Shell Kenya has found itself in hot water after an investigation in Nairobi turned conventional wisdom about premium fuel on its head, revealing that paying more at the pump might not always translate to better fuel quality. Kim JH of…
Kenya’s Business Registration Service (BRS) is grappling with a major data breach that occurred on January 31, exposing sensitive information about companies and their owners across the country. The breach has already had real…
The US Agency for International Development’s (USAID) website went offline yesterday, intensifying concerns about the agency’s future amid President Trump’s sweeping freeze on foreign assistance. This shutdown comes as thousands face…
Innovations in wireless audio have been largely dormant for the past decade, but that will likely change soon. Samsung has filed a patent for earbuds that use Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology instead of traditional Bluetooth for audio…
Success often comes with heavy scrutiny, something the Chinese AI company DeepSeek is now well aware of. Their recent breakthrough has attracted attention from regulators worldwide, though perhaps not the kind of attention they were hoping…
Despite a downward trend in global investment in African fintech since 2021, the industry’s landscape is evolving. A new report reveals a key trend: the integration of fintech into other verticals is on the rise across the continent. This…
Kenya’s startup ecosystem is about to be hit hard as a new bill that awaits presidential approval plans to introduce stringent requirements that could change innovation within the country. The Startup Bill, which aims to position Kenya as…
OpenAI has responded swiftly to emerging Chinese competition by releasing o3-mini, a specialized AI reasoning model, making advanced AI capabilities freely available to ChatGPT users for the first time. The release comes after DeepSeek, a…
Recently online, on X to be specific, the Minister of ICT and Innovation in the Government of Rwanda, Ms Paula Ingabire, became the centre of conversation as Kenyans, in large numbers, started comparing her to William Kabogo, her Kenyan…
In a recent security alert, Gmail has warned its 2.5 billion users about a sophisticated phishing scam leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to deceive individuals into revealing their account credentials. This development underscores…
Nvidia has been leading the gaming industry with its AI-driven enhancements. The upcoming DLSS 4.0 paired with the GeForce RTX 50 series is set to redefine performance. With AI-powered upscaling, better frame generation, and enhanced ray…
YouTube Premium subscribers now have access to a fresh slate of experimental features, with the long-awaited 4x playback speed option finally joining the lineup. This ultra-fast playback setting, while perhaps too rapid for regular content…
In a move that brings Kenya’s maritime trade firmly into the digital age, the country is set to change how importers secure insurance for their cargo. Starting February 14 of this year, Kenya will require all importers to obtain marine…
In the financial year ending June 2024, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) experienced a cybercrime incident resulting in a loss of KES 47 million. An internal investigation led to the suspension of 11 employees implicated in the theft. KNH…
In times of economic and political unrest, gold has traditionally been seen as a haven asset. Gold prices and trading volumes are greatly affected by global events, be they social, political, or economic. For ages, people have looked to…
Meta has agreed to pay a $25 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit brought by US president Donald Trump over his 2021 Facebook suspension. This decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing battle over social media governance, free…
Meta Platforms, Inc. has reported a strong fourth-quarter performance for 2024, demonstrating significant growth across its services and outlining plans for artificial intelligence (AI) integration. However, competition in the AI space is…
Safaricom, marking its 25th anniversary of transforming lives, has unveiled a new three-month customer promotion called ‘Data Dabo Dabo’ that offers subscribers free data bundles through a ‘Buy One Get One Free’ initiative. The campaign,…
Apple Intelligence, introduced in late 2024 with iOS 18.1, is a suite of AI-powered features designed to enhance user experience across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While functionalities like automatic transcription, custom emojis, and…
The next iteration of Infinix‘s gaming smartphone lineup appears to be in the works, as the Infinix GT 30 Pro has been spotted in the IMEI database under the model number X6873. Though hardware specifications remain under wraps, the…
