Author: Brand Spot

Bitcoin has plunged to its lowest level in 18 months today. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped by as much as 8/9% to $24,903.49. This is its lowest level since December 2020 and has impacted other cryptocurrencies as well. “Cryptos remain at the mercy of the Fed and stuck in a merry dance with the Nasdaq and other risk assets,” said Antoni Trenchev, co-founder and managing partner of crypto lender Nexo. “We’re hearing Bitcoin forecasts in the mid-teen and single-digit thousands which tells you the type of macro environment crypto is facing for the first time — and the levels of…

Fahari Aviation this week launched the first drone enclosure facility in Kenya. The facility, termed as the Fahari Drone Cage will be used for training and testing of drones and drone equipment. Through the construction of the Fahari Drone Cage, Fahari Aviation is positioning itself at the forefront of exploring advanced future technologies in aviation and at the same time promoting safe and secure usage of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in Kenya. Fahari Aviation is responsible for launching and implementing future aviation technologies and is part of the airline’s strategy of contributing to the sustainable development of Africa by championing…

A new report from Endeavor Nigeria, the leading community of high-impact entrepreneurs in Nigeria, has stated that Africa’s technology ecosystem is set for a period of exponential growth, accelerated by strong market fundamentals and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report, titled “The Inflection Point: Africa’s Digital Economy Is Poised To Take Off”, reviewed key events in Africa’s technology ecosystem from the last few years, identified patterns (especially in the context of other technology ecosystems across the world), and offers a roadmap to successfully navigate the opportunities that are emerging. According to the report, which drew on multiple sources, including…

We live in a time where we are more health conscious than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic taught us that the unexpected can occur at any time and have a devastating impact on not just our health but livelihoods and families. Health insurance has always been there to cover us in times of need, to cater for our treatments and shield us from all the unexpected bills that come with unexpected illnesses; however adoption and uptake has been hindered by the perception of insurance being complex, expensive and out of reach for majority of Kenyans. It is unfortunate that a perception of distrust in health insurance has led to low uptake in the past; however we have now become much more aware of how health insurance could not only save lives but shield individuals and families from emptying bank accounts to cater for hospital bills.  In Kenya high out of pocket medical bills have been the significant driver of many individuals and families towards poverty… Despite these challenges, technology and innovation has the opportunity to transform and accelerate uptake of health insurance. Right here at home we…

If you are looking to buy any product or get services in Kenya, you can find what you need on a platform like airduka.com. It is an online marketplace that helps to connect buyers and sellers of a wide range of products and services. There are hundreds of sellers offering different products and services that you may be interested in. On their website, you can get whatever you need easily and within the shortest time. Here are five main reasons why you should consider using airduka the next time you want to sell a product or service. Easy to sign…

Environmentalists and scientists around the world have been demonstrating. Their cry has been loud enough but it appears few are willing to listen. They have been calling on the people to take care of the earth. According to them, we need this earth more than it needs us and that we should do whatever we can to reduce global warming. And the effects of global warming can already be seen around the world; the rising temperatures, frequent wildfires, and rising sea tides among others. In many places around the world, homes have become inhabitable due to high temperatures. Kenya, for…

WiFi 6 Plus brings new sets of unique features improved based on the standard WiFi 6 from Huawei that brings many benefits to the table, whether it’s for work, play or even daily use for your favourite smart home devices. With hybrid working arrangements, online lessons, or even bandwidth-demanding games requiring fast and reliable connections, WiFi protocols need to evolve to meet these needs. With WiFi 6 Plus, speed and seamless connections bring many possibilities and eliminate many issues that older WiFi technologies posed, elevating the experience for consumers. Let’s look at the top three advantages of owning a WiFi…

By Sa Nyoung Kim Global warming and climate change have contributed to a green consumer revolution whereby more people are buying goods they consider less harmful to the environment, while also promoting healthy lifestyles. As such, more consumers want products that have reduced negative impact on the natural surroundings. The environmental impact or footprint of a product is defined as any positive or negative effect on the ecosystem during its entire lifecycle from manufacture to disposal. IGI Global, a leading science publisher defines eco-friendly products as those that protect the environment during production, use and disposal. Factors determining the environmental…

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) in partnership with inABLE will launch the first-ever Kenya Standards (KS 2952-1:2022 Kenya Standard — Accessibility-ICT products and services — Part 1-Requirements, First Edition and KS 2952-2:2022 Kenya Standard — Accessibility-ICT products and services — Part 2 –Conformance, First Edition) in Africa at the Inclusive Africa Conference scheduled on 25th May, 2022. The new standard, gazetted on 13th May 2022 is set to ensure that Public and Private sector digital products and services are accessible to Persons with Disabilities (PWD’s), older persons largely disconnected from most e-government services, and business owned digital platforms. Speaking during the event, Prof. Margaret Kobia, PHD, EGH, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Public Service said,…

With YouTube shorts gaining popularity, Google is not wasting time with monetization of the feature as the ad giant has started rolling out ads to the platform. The company has announced that it has been experimenting with ads on YouTube Shorts for a few months. “We’ve been experimenting with ads in YouTube Shorts since last year, and we’re now gradually rolling that out to all advertisers around the world,” Google Ads vice president Jerry Dischler said. Video ad campaigns will automatically scale to YouTube Shorts the company has revealed. Google has also revealed that it will be implementing a product…