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Microsoft has long held the crown for the dominant desktop operating system, thanks to Windows, but new data suggests that grip may be loosening. In 2022, the tech giant proudly reported that 1.4 billion devices were actively using Windows…
Microsoft has pulled the trigger on another massive workforce reduction, cutting approximately 9,100 employees (roughly 4 percent of its total staff) in what marks the company’s third major layoffs this year. The gaming division, Microsoft…
Netflix is set to take viewers on an extraordinary journey beyond traditional entertainment, thanks to an exciting new partnership with NASA. Beginning in summer 2025, Netflix subscribers will be able to stream live space events, including…
Apple’s upcoming iOS 26 update is reportedly introducing a new privacy feature in FaceTime that automatically freezes the video feed if it detects someone beginning to undress during a call. The feature, which is expected to be rolled out…
Apple has reportedly taken a major step towards launching its first foldable iPhone by entering the prototype testing phase. According to industry sources, the device is currently in the Prototype 1 (P1) stage, indicating early hardware…
Kenya is quickly building its name as a top travel and tech hub, with more visitors using mobile data while roaming in the country. According to the latest data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), inbound roaming data grew by…
Axian Telecom, the pan-African telecom group led by Malagasy businessman Hassanein Hiridjee, is considering a full acquisition of Jumia Technologies AG. Africa’s Sixth-Largest Telco began expanding its stake in the company in June. The…
In a world where streaming dominates and traditional cable TV continues to shrink, Kenya has surprised industry watchers by making a comeback in cable TV subscriptions. According to the latest data from the Communications Authority of…
Tech giant Microsoft is bringing its suite of tools powered by AI to the English Premier League (EPL). The Premier League has forged a five-year partnership with Microsoft. This deal starts with the league migrating its core digital…
Kenya is steadily moving away from traditional text messaging in favor of instant messaging and social media. Despite a continued rise in mobile subscriptions, the country has seen a considerable drop in international SMS traffic. Recent…
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new type of malware that uses prompt injection to try and manipulate AI-powered security tools. This is a major development in the evolution of cyber threats, as attackers begin targeting the very…
Kenya’s satellite internet sector is experiencing a curious contradiction. According to the latest industry data, satellite internet subscriptions dropped by 9.9%, falling from 19,400 to 17,475 users. Yet, in the same period, satellite…
Safaricom Ethiopia has achieved a major milestone, surpassing 10 million 90-day active customers across the country, just four years after receiving its operating license. Speaking on the achievement, Safaricom Ethiopia CEO Wim…
Kenya’s mobile money ecosystem is experiencing remarkable growth, with subscriptions reaching 45.36 million, a 7.2% increase from the previous year. The latest Sector Statistics report by the Communications Authority indicate how deeply…
The continent of Africa is facing a rise in cybercrime activities, and Kenya is right at the centre of this vice. As Western and Eastern African economies become increasingly digital, cyberthreats have surged, now accounting for over 30%…
The cybersecurity space in Kenya has witnessed a huge escalation in threats during Q3 of the 2024/2025 financial year, with detected cyber threats soaring to 2.54 billion. Communications Authority reported that this is a 201.7% increase…
Faiba, the Kenyan internet service provider operated by Jamii Telecommunications Limited (JTL), is currently offering the best fixed internet performance in the country. The ISP leads in Wi-Fi quality and download speeds at 33.1 Mbps. It…
The High Court has suspended the Kenya Revenue Authority‘s (KRA) new tax schedule for imported used cars after ruling the agency violated constitutional requirements for public participation. On May 22, KRA announced a revised Current…
Due to the iTax system challenges experienced today, the tax return filing deadline, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has extended the deadline to July 5th. Taxpayers can physically visit any KRA tax service centre nationwide between 8 AM…
Airtel Kenya’s Quality of Service has been improving since 2020. In that period, the telco’s score has jumped by about 14% to reach the current level. Unfortunately for Safaricom, Kenya’s largest telco by subscriber base, its performance…
Google is bringing its Gemini-powered Inbox Cleanup feature to the web version of Gmail, giving users a smarter way to manage cluttered inboxes. Previously only available on mobile, the tool allows users to clear out unnecessary emails…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)’s eTIMS Fuel Station System takes effect today, June 30, 2025. All fuel stations are required to integrate with KRA either directly or through approved third-party providers listed on the KRA website. This…
Facebook is quietly introducing a powerful new AI feature that could give it deeper access to your phone than ever before. The platform is now prompting users, especially when creating stories, to enable a setting called “cloud…
Microsoft has officially confirmed Windows 11 version 25H2 as the next major update to its desktop operating system. Slated for release in fall 2025, this update follows Microsoft’s recent strategy of iterative improvements instead of a…
