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Safaricom launches FarmerAI a Chatbot to Help Smallholder Farmers Boost Yields
Safaricom and Opportunity International launch FarmerAI, an AI chatbot providing real-time farming insights to support smallholder farmers in Kenya.
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Good Lock is Finally Available in Kenya with One UI 7
Good Lock is now available in Kenya with One UI 7, ending a nine-year regional restriction, offering global customization features.
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Huawei Kenya Hosts 18 Outstanding Students Ahead of Regional ICT Competition Finals
Huawei Kenya hosts 18 top students for intensive training ahead of the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional ICT Competition 2024-2025 finals.
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Kaspersky Discovers New Crypto-Stealing Trojan “SparkCat” in AppStore and Google Play
Kaspersky discovered SparkCat, a crypto-stealing Trojan in AppStore and Google Play, using OCR to steal sensitive data.
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Kenya’s Private Sector Growth Persists Despite Sluggish Output in January 2025
Kenya’s private sector grew for the fourth consecutive month despite sluggish output, rising costs, falling employment, and weak confidence.
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iOS Faces New Reality with ‘Hot Tub’, First iPhone Porn App, Thanks to EU DMA
Hot Tub, the first iOS porn app, launches in the EU via AltStore, sparking debates on Apple’s control, DMA, security.
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Vivo Energy Faces Backlash Over PR Blunder in Shell V-Power Fuel Quality Scandal
Vivo Energy's PR missteps in discrediting Shell V-Power fuel test backfired, sparking public outrage and eroding consumer trust.
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Shell V-Power Controversy: Kenyans Outraged Over Poor Fuel Quality Despite Higher Prices
Shell V-Power Scandal: Nairobi Fuel Tests Reveal Consumers Paying Premium Prices for Subpar Quality, Spark Public Outrage
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2 Million Kenyan Business Records Leaked Online After Major Government Data Breach
Kenya’s Business Registration Service suffered a major data breach, exposing sensitive company data online, including ownership, directors, and shares.
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Identity Fraud in Africa Reaches Crisis Levels: How AI is Fueling the Problem
Generative AI is fueling identity fraud in Africa, with deepfake attacks surging. Biometric verification, fintechs, and digital ID systems face…
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89% of IT Leaders Concerned About GenAI’s Impact on Cybersecurity, Sophos Survey Reveals
Sophos report highlights GenAI growing role in cybersecurity, concerns over reliance, cybercriminal adoption, workforce impact, cost challenges, and risk management.
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OPPO Announces Lamine Yamal as Global Brand Ambassador
OPPO names Lamine Yamal as global ambassador, aligning with its “Make Your Moment” campaign to inspire youth through sports, technology,…
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Safaricom Launches ‘Data Dabo Dabo’ Promotion, Offering Free Data Bundles to Customers
Safaricom Data Dabo Dabo promotion offers customers double data on purchases, valid until midnight, enhancing affordability and digital inclusivity.
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Showmax February 2025 Lineup: Must-Watch Movies, Stand-Up Specials, and Documentaries
Showmax's February lineup includes blockbuster movies, award-winning stand-up, documentaries, horror, family films, and classics like Despicable Me 4
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Aleph to Manage TikTok Ads in Kenya as Wowzi Takes Over Creator Partnerships
TikTok partners with Aleph Holdings for ad support and Wowzi for creator management, strengthening Kenya’s digital ecosystem and advertising landscape.
