Author: Kaluka wanjala

Samsung has opened a new Experience Store at Hilton Hotel in the Nairobi CBD. The new Samsung flagship smartphones, the Galaxy Fold 6 and Galaxy Flip 6 were also showcased at the grand opening of this store. The store is operated by ROPEM Telcom. “The Hilton Nairobi store is the first Experience store opened by Samsung this year, making it the 21st experience store in Kenya. This strategic expansion underscores Samsung’s dedication to providing Kenyan consumers with unparalleled access to the latest technological advancements. We believe in providing our customers with access to the latest technology, and this new store…

Following the Google Cloud Next ’24, global leading smart device brand OPPO made an appearance at the Google I/O Connect China today. Kai Tang, President of OPPO’s Software Engineering, shared insights on how generative AI technology is driving innovation in the smartphone industry and presented OPPO’s AI phone strategy, showcasing various high-productivity AI features integrated with Google Gemini models. “As a revolutionary technology, generative AI is transforming the mobile industry,” stated Kai Tang. “OPPO is dedicated to making AI phones accessible to everyone. We will keep an open mind and work closely with industry giants like Google to deliver the…

Binance has announced that it has successfully registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). This achievement marks Binance’s 19th global regulatory milestone.  The registration with the FIU underscores Binance’s commitment to compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) standards in India as well as any other jurisdiction it operates in. This step is a testament to Binance’s dedication to fostering a secure, transparent, and efficient ecosystem, aligning with the company’s global standards. Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, remarked on this development, saying, “Our registration with the FIU-IND marks an important milestone in Binance’s journey. Recognizing the vitality and…

Information and communication technologies (ICTs) can help accelerate progress towards the attainment of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has said. Speaking at MWC24 Shanghai, Zhao Xiaolei, Head of UNIDO ITPO (Investment and Technology Promotion Offices) said digital transformation had a greater potential of creating value through job creation, improving economies, creating harmonious societies and friendly environments. “At UNIDO, we are creating industry competitive index – under the UN 2030 agenda which will cover 169 factors, out of which over130 factors could be affected directly or indirectly by digital transformation,” Ms. Xiaolei said. “More…

MultiChoice Talent Factory has announced that it’s once again calling upon all aspiring filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers, and storytellers to apply for entry into the 2025 fully funded academic year. Whether you’re a young professional looking to change careers and expand your horizons or a newcomer eager to make your mark in the TV & Film industry, MTF welcomes applicants from all backgrounds across the Eastern African region. MTF Eastern Africa Academy Director Victoria Goro expressed her enthusiasm, saying, “MultiChoice Talent Factory is more than just a training program; it’s a launchpad for Africa’s next generation of storytellers. We are…

Visa has released new data revealing initial consumer spending patterns during the opening weekend of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The world leader in digital payments has identified the positive impact that Paris 2024 is having in boosting commerce in Paris: Charlotte Hogg, Chief Executive Officer of Visa Europe, said: “As a sponsor of the Olympic Movement for almost 40 years and the Paralympic Games since 2002, we know first-hand the impact that the Games can have to boost host-country economies, in line with Visa’s purpose to uplift everyone everywhere. Our latest data shows a significant increase in consumer spending…

BetaLab, Britam’s innovation hub, has announced the selection of 6 startups to be part of its 12-week pre-incubation program. These startups address challenges in real estate, savings, SME financing, and healthcare. Through the pre-incubation period, the startups will be equipped with the necessary tools and support to scale their businesses and achieve significant impact in the financial sector. The pre-incubation program is a 12-week program that is designed to accelerate the startups’ growth and development. At the end of the 12 weeks, the top three performers will be eligible for incubation within the BetaLab program. The chosen startups are: According…

When the 27th edition of Africa Tech Festival kicks off on 12 November at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in South Africa, the spotlight will be on the exceptional women shaping the future of technology and telecoms in Africa. With August marking the celebration of Women’s Month in the host country, the event will proudly showcase many of the women leaders driving growth and innovation across the sector. Taking place from 12 to 14 November, Africa Tech Festival 2024 incorporates AfricaCom, AfricaTech, AfricaIgnite, and The AI Summit Cape Town, which will welcome a cumulative 15,000 visitors, more than 400 speakers,…

Safaricom was the first telco to launch 5G services in Kenya. Safaricom 5G went live in Kenya back in 2022 and the company has been aggressively expanding availability across the country. Safaricom has today revealed that it has 1,114 5G sites in Kenya. These are spread across all 47 counties in 102 towns. The company says this covers 14% of the population. Back in March 2024, Safaricom reportedly had 803 5G sites and this means that it has added 311 new 5G sites in about 5 months. At that point, Airtel kenya had only 690 5G sites. Safaricom also says…

I&M Bank has been recognized as the number one bank in the Kenya Banking Consumer Sentiment on Social Media Index 2024 powered by Data EQ. This comprehensive analysis of consumer sentiment towards Kenya’s major banks tracked over 502,000 public online consumer posts. I&M Bank scored over 72% in the Data EQ Index, which was 56% higher than the industry average. This achievement for the Bank follows another notable recognition at this year’s Think Business Banking Awards where the Bank won the Most Customer-Centric Bank. These accolades highlight our dedication to listening to our customers. Gul Khan, CEO I&M Bank Kenya, expressed…