Safer Internet Day: Building a Digital World Free from Harm
February 6, 2024
Like any instrument, the internet is not inherently beneficial or harmful; it is our responsibility to use it wisely and ensure our safety. Comparable to how fire has transformed human existence, the internet has revolutionized…
Criminals Leverage “As-a-Service” Business Model with Sha Zhu Pan Kits, Globally Expanding Cryptocurrency Fraud
February 5, 2024
After a Two-Year Investigation, Sophos X-Ops Discovers Unprecedented Sophistication in Scams That Trick Victims into Fake Investments Sophos global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today revealed how sha zhu pan scammers—those conducting…
Redmi Note 13 Series Launching Feb 10: Win Exciting Giveaways
February 5, 2024
The Xiaomi Redmi 13 series was expected to launch in Kenya on January 31 but the launch date was pushed forward. The company pushed the launch date to February 10 (this weekend). This will be…
SafeCar, SafeBoda's Taxi Hailing Service, Set to Launch in Kenya This Week
February 5, 2024
Two weeks ago, we shared news about SafeBoda’s plans to re-enter the Kenyan market after a 3-year hiatus. The company paused operations in Kenya due to the tough economic times as a result of the…
Visa to Host the First Africa Fintech Accelerator Program Demo Day on February 13th
February 2, 2024
Visa is set to host the first demo day of its Africa Fintech Accelerator program in Nairobi on February 13th. Launched in June 2023, the program aims to empower emerging fintech start-ups across the continent…
Google Cloud Opens its New Cloud Region in Johannesburg
February 1, 2024
Google Cloud has officially opened its new cloud region in Johannesburg, South Africa. This expansion is expected to revolutionize the continent’s tech landscape, providing businesses with access to cloud services, encouraging innovation, and contributing to…
Oracle Set to Open a Public Cloud Region in Kenya
January 31, 2024
Oracle has announced its intention to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya. The is part of Oracle’s wider strategy to expand its global cloud infrastructure in Africa. The announcement comes after a meeting…
Sony Innovation Fund Invests Undisclosed Amount in SA's Gaming Startup, Carry1st
January 31, 2024
Carry1st has announced a strategic investment from Sony Innovation Fund, the venture capital arm of Sony Group Corporation. This significant partnership marks the inaugural investment from Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, established by Sony as a…
What You Need to know About the Kenya National E-Commerce Strategy
January 30, 2024
The Kenya National E-Commerce Strategy 2023 was launched on December 13 by the Ministry of Information, Communications, and The Digital Economy. This was done in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Industry, and…