Author: Kaluka wanjala

OPPO debuted at the 2025 Google Cloud Shenzhen Summit, announcing further expansion of its collaboration with Google Cloud in AI productivity applications and cloud security, unveiling a series of new features. Kai Tang, President of OPPO’s Software Engineering, said: “OPPO collaborates with top global technology companies with an open mindset, striving to integrate cutting-edge AI technology into our products. Google is one of the leaders in the global AI field, and I believe that the partnership between OPPO and Google will bring users a more efficient and secure next-generation AI experience.” OPPO and Google Expand Collaboration in AI Productivity In…

Nigerian fintech, LemFi, has raised $53 million in series B funding according to TechCrunch. This funding round was led by Left Lane Capital and saw the participation of Y Combinator. “We’ve kept our fraud rate extremely low, which allows us to offer competitive prices and build trust in immigrant communities,” said LemFi CEO Ridwan Olalere. “Our user experience and reputation drive referrals, fueling faster growth in this competitive market.” Back in 2023, LemFi raised $33 million which helped it expand operations to China, India and Pakistan. With the latest funding, the company will expand to more countries including the UK and Germany.…

From thrilling dramas and captivating reality shows to groundbreaking Original productions, 2024 was a big year for Showmax. In Kenya alone, the African streamer launched a record 12 Original titles in 2024, doubling its Originals from 2023. Starting off with Single Kiasi S3 in March; The Real Housewives of Nairobi S2, Untying Kantai S1, Nilichoma S1 and Big Girl Small World S1 in May; Jiji S1 in June; Nai-Rich S1 in August; Subterranea S1 in September; Black & Blue S1 and 4Play S1 in November; The Hot Seat S1 and Nairobi Bachelor S1 in December. 2024 also marked the relaunch of Showmax in Kenya and the rest of its African markets following the partnership between MultiChoice and international media heavyweight Comcast’s NBCUniversal…

 LG has unveiled its 2025 OLED evo lineup including the world’s first true wireless OLED evo M5, and OLED evo G5 models. With LG’s latest α (Alpha) 11 AI processor Gen2 at its core, the latest OLED evo models present unparalleled OLED picture quality with impeccable blacks, exceptional brightness and advanced processing capabilities. Powered by AI-driven personalization, the LG OLED evo offers a customized experience tailored to each user and showcases the pinnacle of OLED innovation for an elevated home entertainment experience. The latest OLED evo TVs feature LG’s upgraded Brightness Booster Ultimate technology, which enhances light control architecture and light-boosting…

M-Pesa is the most popular mobile money service in Kenya. It has been the leading service for years but Airtel Money now wants a share of that pie. M-Pesa has over 34 million users according to Safaricom while Airtel Money has about 3.5 million customers. At some point, you may have wanted to send money to someone using a different mobile money service and found the process a bit complicated.  With mobile money interoperability, it is now easier to send money between different services like Safaricom’s M-Pesa and Airtel Money. Mobile money interoperability also makes it easier to make payments…

Network International (Network) has partnered with Money Fellows, the leading money circles app, to power a new solution that will leverage its best-in-class payment functionality. Under the partnership, Network will provide Money Fellows with its ‘Digital Payments as a Service’ platform with value added services including advanced fraud prevention, fully secure payment functionality, as well as a full suite of back office managed services. This platform will enable Money Fellows to enhance the app’s versatility and user experience. Utilising its pan-regional experience, Network will support Money Fellows’ expansion across the Middle East and Africa region. Dr. Reda Helal, Group Managing…

Airtel money is the second most popular mobile money service in Kenya. Competing directly with M-Pesa, Airtel has a steep hill to climb if it is to have as many users as M-Pesa. Back in December, Safaricom revealed that M-Pesa has over 34 million users. Airtel’s mobile money service on the other hand has 3.5 million customers across the country.   With the number of users rising steadily, Airtel wants to position it as the most affordable mobile money service across the country. Airtel has also revealed that its agent network has grown from 18,000 to 90,000 agents and it has…

LG has unveiled its new audio product line of Bluetooth speakers and earbuds at CES 2025, created in partnership with multi-platinum musician and tech entrepreneur, will.i.am. This marks the debut of the “xboom by will.i.am” line, following the partnership announcement in early December. LG recently appointed will.i.am as the “Experiential Architect” of the LG xboom brand, aiming to establish it as a culture-forward brand that elevates the listening experience to new heights through completely new sound and design values. All “xboom by will.i.am” audio products are professionally tuned by will.i.am, delivering the xboom signature sound – characterized by a more balanced audio profile with warmer tones. The product…

Vertiv has announced the acquisition by its Chinese subsidiary of certain assets and technologies of BiXin Energy Technology (Suzhou), a manufacturer of chillers, heat pumps, heat-recovery solutions and air-handling units. Focused on expanding the Vertiv chiller family, the acquisition strengthens Vertiv’s portfolio of critical technologies and solutions in support of high-performance compute and AI applications globally. Founded in 2010, BSE brings to Vertiv an established and field-proven presence in the China market and other Asian regions, along with industry patents, advanced technology solutions and strong research and development capabilities that will reinforce Vertiv’s global offering. BSE’s core product offerings include…

Visa has officially opened applications for the 4th edition of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator. This is its biannual program that seeks to offer startups access to all the necessary tools, industry connections and mentorship to scale their solutions across the continent.  The program was launched back in 2023 and is part of  Visa’s $1 billion commitment to advancing financial inclusion across Africa by 2027. Visa Fintech Accelerator’s last cohort concluded in December in South Africa with a Demo day. The program has supported over 64 startups so far resulting in 15 active partnerships. Some of the notable startups from…