Author: Kaluka wanjala

Vertiv has announcd the introduction of Vertiv EnergyCore battery cabinets. Factory assembled with LFP (Lithium-Iron-Phosphate) battery modules and Vertiv’s internally-powered battery management system, Vertiv EnergyCore cabinets are available globally and are qualified for use with most current and legacy three-phase Vertiv™ uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, including the recently launched Vertiv Trinergy. Vertiv EnergyCore cabinets are optimised for five minutes end-of-life runtime at 263kWb per each compact, 24” wide (600mm) cabinet, and operate across a wide temperature range, making them suitable for high-density environments. Lithium batteries are more compact and lighter than VRLA alternatives, allowing users to deploy fewer battery cabinets in most applications.…

Spotify recently hiked rates for its premium subscription plans in Kenya. You will now be expected to pay a little bit more than what you are used to. The free plan still exists, and the premium plan is meant for those who want additional features. Spotify officially launched in Kenya a few years back and is one of the popular music streaming apps at the moment. It has a free plan that gives you access to all its content with some feature limitations. It is perfect for anyone who just wants to stream music legally without many restrictions and is…

Scammers in the crypto space are always looking to exploit some users’ lack of awareness and vigilance. The irreversible nature of blockchain transactions makes falling victim to such scams especially painful, making continuous education on evolving threats a necessity for every crypto user. Fake service scams that are the focus of today’s blog can come in a variety of forms, from counterfeit hardware and software to fraudulent services like shipping, fund recovery, customer support (such as upgrading a crypto exchange account to VIP level), or promising to solve non-existent account issues. All of these tactics aim to facilitate stealing funds…

Last week, the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) fined Mogo Kenya Ksh 10.9 million for misleading its customers. The Authority accused Mogo of engaging in false and misleading representation and unconscionable conduct against its customers. Mogo specializes in car financing and logbook loans has been ordered to refund 3 loan customers a total of Ksh 344,030. This is to cover the excess charges they incurred during repayment as well as any discrepancies in the dollar exchange rate applied during loan issuance. The CAK reports that it has been investigating Mogo since May 6, 2023 after it received complaints by 4…

Safaricom through its youth platform Safaricom Hook has today officially kicked off a nationwide series of upskilling bootcamps dubbed the ‘Safaricom Hook Circle,’ aimed at empowering young people around 3 pillars: in technology, careers, and culture. The inaugural bootcamp, held at Chuka University in Tharaka Nithi County, witnessed more than 4,000 participants from the university and surrounding areas engage in masterclasses led by a host of expert partners. “Safaricom Hook Circle aims to connect youth all over Kenya to opportunities that will propel them to succeed in their area of interest. In Collaboration with our partners, we will provide youth…

AfricInvest and The Health Finance Coalition (HFC) today announced the final close of the pan-African Transform Health Fund (THF), an innovative blended-finance fund that aims to bolster healthcare systems in Africa by scaling proven and innovative healthcare models across the continent. Under the management of AfricInvest, a leading pan-African investment platform active across private equity, venture capital and private debt, in collaboration with the Health Finance Coalition, a group of leading global health funders, the Transform Health Fund exceeded its initial target, raising $111 million, through commercial, public, and private donor investments. Notable fund investors include Royal Philips, the International…

Check Point Software Technologies has today announced its position as a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Enterprise Firewalls, Q4 2024 report. Forrester, a leading global research and advisory firm, states in its report that, “Check Point excels with collaborative tools,” which we believe further validates our platform approach to offer enterprises a full suite of top-tier cyber security products. In an era where cybercrimes are escalating at an alarming rate, safeguarding digital assets and networks has never been more crucial. Check Point Research underscores this urgency with a report revealing a 30% surge in global cyber-attacks during the second quarter…

The Asus S14 is one of the latest high-end laptops from the company. The laptop was showcased early last month at the Always Incredible Media Day for IFA 2024 in Berlin, Germany. You can read more about it here. I have had a chance to use the S14 for a few days and have been thoroughly impressed. In this review, I will highlight all this laptop has offer and if it is something you should consider if you are on the market for a new premium laptop. This is one of the new Asus Copilot+ PCs and comes with the…

In collaboration with Samsung Electronics East Africa, Smart Things Executive Store today announced the opening of its first official Shop-in-Shop (SIS) in Kakamega County. This milestone aligns with Samsung Electronics East Africa ambitious strategy, aimed at bringing cutting-edge technology closer to consumers across the country through strategic partnerships with its network of dealers. The new Samsung Experience Store in Kakamega owned by Smart Things Executive Store is a Shop-in-Shop (SIS) concept, where Samsung smartphones, wearables and accessories occupy 60% of the retail space. This model not only showcases Samsung’s wide range of products, from smartphones and tablets to wearables, but also highlights the company’s drive to increase the brand’s smartphone market share in the Kenyan market with a current share of 31.7%. “Samsung…

Summary Absa Bank Kenya has officially launched the Absa Kenya Foundation (AKF) as a social arm that will accelerate its positive impact and sustainability commitments within the community.  The Foundation, which will be sponsored by the Bank and its strategic partners, will focus on four key programmatic pillars: entrepreneurship, education and skills, natural resource management, and health and humanitarian relief. Absa Bank Kenya will contribute 1.5% of its annual earnings to the new Foundation, starting off with KES500 million as seed funding towards transformative projects that will be implemented through strategic partnerships to address major societal and environmental issues. Speaking…