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Announcements
Bien and Wakadinali Lead Spotify Wrapped 2024 Kenya: Top Artists, Tracks, and Podcasts Revealed
Spotify Wrapped 2024 celebrates Kenya's top-streamed artists, tracks, podcasts, and global influence, with Bien leading as most-streamed artist.
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Ziidi Fund Debut Sparks Confusion as Mali Users Face Contradictory Messages on M-Pesa
Safaricom’s Ziidi launch sparks confusion as Mali users face forced migrations, app errors, and lack of official communication.
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Yaga is Like Refurb but for Fashion: Buy and Sell Preloved Clothes in Kenya
Yaga, a secure preloved fashion marketplace, launches in Kenya, offering sustainable, secondhand shopping amid competition from mitumba culture.
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I&M Bank Unveils “Milele Rewards” Program, Offering Card Loyalty Benefits in Kenya
I&M Bank launches "Milele Rewards," offering 1:1 point-to-shilling conversions, cashback, travel, shopping, and flexible redemption options.
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MultiChoice is Bleeding Subscribers: Kenya, Zambia, Nigeria Lead the Decline
MultiChoice faces a 19% subscriber decline in Kenya due to price hikes, outdated practices, and rising competition.
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Announcements
Google Gemini App Arrives on iPhones
Google's Gemini AI app launches on iPhone, offering interactive features like Gemini Live, premium subscriptions, and seamless integration with iOS.
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News
Free Data on Uber Apps for Kenyans as Safaricom Zero-Rates Access
Uber and Safaricom’s partnership zero-rates the Uber apps, providing free data to enhance accessibility, reduce costs, and boost digital inclusion.
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Instagram is Intentionally Lowering Your Content Quality
Instagram lowers video quality for low-engagement posts to manage resources, reserving higher quality for popular content, sparking creator concerns.
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Netflix Moments Finally Lets You Share Movie Clips with Friends
Netflix's new Moments feature lets users bookmark, rewatch, and share favorite scenes, enhancing social engagement and personalized viewing experiences.
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Announcements
Spotify Introduces Offline Backup to Keep Music Playing Without Internet
Spotify introduces *Offline Backup* for premium users, automatically caching recent songs to play offline, catching up with YouTube Music’s feature.
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Announcements
Will FM25 Deliver? Delay Raises Pressure on Sports Interactive
Football Manager 2025's release is delayed to March 2025, frustrating fans but aiming to maintain high standards and avoid compromises.
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How To/ Explained
How to Repair Corrupt JPEG Files on a Computer
Learn how to repair corrupted JPEG files using built-in tools, specialized software, command-line methods, or manual hex editing.
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News
Visa Launches New Airport Companion App to Enhance Travel Experiences Globally
Visa's new Airport Companion app offers seamless lounge access, real-time updates, offline features, and expanding travel benefits for cardholders.
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Announcements
Spotify Premium Costs Go Up in Kenya: Here’s How Much You’ll Pay
Spotify raised prices in Kenya for Premium plans, reflecting a global trend of increasing streaming service costs.
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Announcements
Carry1st Expands Beyond Gaming, Partners with Audiomack to Offer Local Payment Solutions for Music Streaming Across Africa
Carry1st partners with Audiomack to offer local payment solutions, expanding access to music streaming subscriptions across Africa.