Technology

Mozilla hosts first regional MozFest House in Kenya

The aim was to bring together diverse communities to debate.

From helpful images to AI: Top innovations made in Google Search

As the tech company celebrates 25 years, here are some notable moments that shaped Google.

Elon Musk: Social media platform X could go behind paywall

It is unclear whether this was just an off-the-cuff comment, or a signal of firmer plans that have yet to be announced.

Venture Capital: Challenges, trends, and prospects in Africa’s tech ecosystem

Despite these promising strides, the African tech industry confronts a number of difficulties.

Google: Political adverts must disclose use of AI

The change is scheduled for November, about a year ahead of the next US presidential election.

G Media designs successful campaign for Ethio Telecom’s Tele Birr super app Launch

In 2018, G Media successfully launched a campaign to promote Ethiopian Airlines' new mobile app.

Craft Silicon launches Get Now Pay Later product in Kenya

The platform will accommodate a wide range of e-commerce merchants.

Six teams feted at CA cyber security bootcamp, hackathon series

The initiative is geared towards preparing participants for a successful career in cybersecurity

Wilo Pumps re-launch with an assembly plant in Nairobi

Wilo East Africa will house a training centre within the assembly plant.

Uber to roll out audio recording feature in Kenya

Before every trip, Uber will notify the rider if the driver has opted in.

Newly launched WhatsApp Channels now accessible to users

The one-way broadcast tool can be used by admins to send texts, photos, videos, stickers and polls.

LG Electronics scales laundry stores in Kenya, targets African cities

The company says it has roped in detergent firms and the Buy Now and Pay Later providers to equip investors.

Snapchat+ celebrates four million subscribers after launch

Since its launch, the platform has achieved a community of subscribers of more than four million.

Snap introduces feature that converts text to images in seconds

The new model aims to create images based on computed texts

University students to benefit from fintech sponsorships

The scholarship will cover the full amount for tuition fees and living expenses of selected students

More than 1,300 experts call AI a force for good

Hema Purohit, who leads on social care for the BCS said AI could accelerate the testing of new drugs.

Satellite internet service,Starlink, now available in Kenya

Elon Musk said buying a Starlink with global roaming allows one to travel almost anywhere