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Vertiv has announced that it is collaborating with Oxigen, a leader in data hosting, processing and distribution services, to design and implement the company’s largest data centre. Vertiv’s power and thermal solutions deliver scalability and energy efficiency and its services provide comprehensive support, helping to position Oxigen as a benchmark for high-performance data centres in Spain. Oxigen’s second and largest, data centre, situated in Sant Cugat del Vallès, boasts an impressive 6,000m² (64,583 feet) of space – including a 3,000m² (32,292 feet) operations clean room – and has the capacity for up to 800 racks with multiple power and customisation…

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced that the Dubai Esports and Games Festival (DEF) will take place from 25 April to 11 May. The fourth edition will feature a diverse programme of entertainment, competitions, and industry events, further reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global gaming hub. Key highlights of the upcoming edition include meet-and-greet sessions with top stars, world-first game showings, and the return of popular experiences such as the GameExpo, GameExpo Summit, Dubai Cosplay Championship, and Play Beyond. The festival will also feature citywide tournaments, education challenges, and interactive experiences catering to gaming enthusiasts of all ages.…

Epson has been recognized as the 6th most innovative company in the prestigious Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators 2025 ranking, announced by global information services firm Clarivate Plc. This marks the 12th time Epson has been featured on this esteemed list since its inception in 2012. Epson’s Commitment to Innovation and Co-Creation Toshihiko Kobayashi, General Administrative Manager of Epson’s Intellectual Property Division, expressed his gratitude for the recognition: “We are deeply honored to be named among the world’s top innovators. In March 2021, we introduced our strategic vision, ‘Epson 25 Renewed,’ which will reach its final year in fiscal 2025.…

Mastercard is deepening its collaboration with Paymentology to facilitate card issuance for fintech companies in South Africa. This collaboration will support fintechs with the expertise, infrastructure, and rapid go-to-market capabilities needed to navigate the complexities of issuing cards—unlocking new opportunities for financial inclusion and digital transformation.  South Africa’s fintech sector is experiencing rapid growth, contributing approximately 40% of the total fintech revenue in Africa (Fintech in Africa Report 2024). Yet, many fintechs face challenges in scaling their payment solutions efficiently. Mastercard and Paymentology are bridging this gap by enabling fintechs to launch card services that serve both niche use cases…

Women in Tech, a global community dedicated to supporting women in the technology sector, has officially launched its Kenya Chapter in Nairobi. This announcement was made during the 2025 Women in Tech Summit, organised in partnership with Absa, and marked the first event of its kind to take place in the country. The Summit, held shortly after International Women’s Day celebrations, brought together industry leaders, women in tech, government officials, and gender equality activists to celebrate women’s achievements in technology and advocate for progress towards gender equality. Speaking at the event, Melissa Slaymaker, the Africa Director for Women in Tech, underscored…

The National Bank of Kenya (NBK) has reported Ksh 1.06 billion of profit after tax in the Financial Year 2024. This is a remarkable recovery from an after-tax loss of KSh 3.3 billion recorded in the same period last year.  “The year 2024 has seen the Bank bounce back to profitability despite the rough macroeconomic environment that we encountered. This is highly attributed to the improved efficiency in our systems, diversifying revenue streams and continuous improvement in customer service and experience. Looking ahead, we have set our sights on strengthening our relationship with our existing customer base and also enhancing…

The 15th Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East is now accepting submissions. Candidates from the 17 countries within the Orange footprint have until May 18, 2025, to submit their project on the website. Since 2011, the OSVP prize has been rewarding innovative start-up projects that use and develop new technologies to make a positive impact in Africa and the Middle East in the fields such as education, healthcare, e-commerce, agriculture, or environment. Through this prize, Orange, as a committed operator, aims to contribute to the socio-economic development, support social and environmental innovation, and encourage entrepreneurship. The…

Today, more and more users from Kenya are getting into betting and gambling. Therefore, new ambitious projects are entering the local market, including https://pari-pesa.co.ke/, where you can download apps for Android and iOS devices. This unique mobile application offers its audience a wide range of betting opportunities on various sports, cyber sports and even non-sports events. However, in order to succeed in betting, it is important not only to understand the lines and odds, but also to use effective strategies. In this article, we will look at the main tips and recommendations for successful Paripesa betting. Understanding the Paripesa Line…

Aviator, the action-packed crash game from Spribe, has made a huge splash in the online gaming community. Regardless whether you’re a high-rolling gambler or a new face in gaming, being a master in the mechanics and practicing clever betting tactics can provide you with a massive competitive edge. Here in this article, let’s discuss some of the 1Win aviator tricks methods to play the game and how to have the best possible odds to win. What is the 1Win Aviator Game? Before diving into betting strategy, let’s have a quick overview of playing the 1Win Aviator game. It’s simple: you…

Channel partners want to develop their cloud capabilities but nearly half feel they lack the technical skills to meet customer needs, according to new research by Westcon-Comstor. The global technology provider and specialist distributor surveyed almost 900 partners across eight countries for its Mastering the Maze report and found that 89% of South Africa-based respondents see developing a cloud practice as a priority. That’s the third highest proportion of any country and is set against an international average of 85%. The desire to capitalise on the opportunities presented by the rapidly growing cloud market is consistent across all markets where the research was conducted: Australia, France, Germany, Indonesia,…