Author: Brand Spot

Misinformation and disinformation have been a very big problem recently even before the covid-19 pandemic. The use of social media and other digital platforms has made it easy to spread misinformation and this has been a big concern of late. With the current pandemic, this poses a big threat as misinformation can mean life and death to some people. As people use social media platforms to stay connected and be informed, these platforms can be very detrimental as they aid with the spread of misinformation to those who may not be aware of what is happening. Misinformation and disinformation related…

Microsoft has today announced the launch of Teams Essentials, the first ever stand-alone offering of Microsoft Teams specifically designed for small-midsize businesses (SMBs). And at only $4 USD (Ksh448) per user per month, it’s the most affordable all-in-one solution in the market today. While the past 20 months have been challenging for all organizations, small businesses have been hit hardest. They’ve had to adapt nearly every aspect of how they operate and work with customers, often without access to critical tools and technologies. Teams Essentials will enable the small businesses to serve their customers in new ways, grow their business and gain competitive advantages in…

As part of the analysis of the cybersecurity landscape in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria in 2021, Kaspersky researchers have selected ransomware as the most dynamically changing type of threat. As the overall number of ordinary malware attacks in the region has decreased, ransomware operators have transformed their strategies to double extortion models and are shifting their activity focus from one region to another. The double extortion model first emerged in 2020, when in addition to the ordinary ransom demands for the decryption code for victims’ encrypted files, the ransomware operators have begun to also add a threat to publish…

There are a bunch of types of mobile phones produced by Xiaomi. They aim for different ages as well as different social-stated buyers so the production is at various prices and designs. Black Friday is a great opportunity to get a Xiaomi mobile phone at a lowered price and be satisfied by its quality. Xiaomi is thought of as the 2nd prominent smartphone organization throughout the world, ahead of Apple and Samsung. The company releases phones for the middle class of the population at competitive prices. The prices swing from the cheapest models to the most expensive ones that are…

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought some changes on how we do things and we will stick with some of these changes in the coming years. The very nature of our day-to-day life has been challenged on different levels and we have to adapt to the new changes as some of them will stick with us in the future. One of the sectors that has seen and will see permanent changes is the technology sector. There have been some changes in technology and innovation that we have seen so far and most of these changes are now part of us. There…

Standard Chartered Bank has been feted at the CIO Africa 100 Awards with the bank emerging winner in the Banking Sector Award category. The bank was recognized for its exemplary performance in the sector with a highlight on its digital innovation and leadership which included creating competitive advantage in the organization, improving business processes, enabling growth and improving relationships with customers. This year marked the 13th edition of the awards which celebrate companies and individuals for being the best in the field of technology in Africa. The annual event, which attracts the tech industry thought leaders and influencers received over…

Covid-19 has really affected all sectors of the economy in many different ways. Ever since the first infection was reported, there have been so many changes in all sectors and regions in the way people and companies do things. With these changes, companies have been forced to be innovative and accelerate the development and use of emerging technologies. According to McKinsey Research, “companies have stood up at least temporary solutions to meet many of the new demands on them, and much more quickly than they had thought possible before the crisis.” It is not doubt that the use of new technologies…

Safaricom has launched a promotion that will reward business owners on its Lipa Na M-PESA and Pochi La Biashara services. The promotion comes on the back of increasing adoption of M-PESA services by businesses across the country. More than 400,000 businesses accept payments through Lipa Na M-PESA up from 170,000 in March 2020 with an additional 2 million small businesses using the Pochi La Biashara service. “Medium-sized firms and small businesses form the backbone of Kenya’s economy accounting for a third of economic output and employing a majority of Kenyans. In recognition, we are celebrating and rewarding all business owners…

After the successful launch of dubuy.com in Rwanda, trade enabler, DP World, has announced the launch of its global wholesale e-commerce platform DUBUY.com in Kenya. DUBUY.com is an online marketplace that seeks to help Kenyan businesses unlock access to global markets with fulfilment through DP World’s worldwide ports and logistics network. With eight existing terminals on the African continent and three more in development, DP World is creating a strategic trading gateway into East Africa. Whether looking to trade internationally, regionally or within the domestic market, the combination of DUBUY.com’s advanced technology and DP World’s physical infrastructure offers a secure and reliable way for…

ASUS has unveiled its latest device, the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED. This fun-filled 2-in-1 Windows 11 marvel — the world’s first 13.3-inch Windows detachable laptop1 —rewrites the rules to make it easier to enjoy everything, everywhere. Now, there’s no need to carry multiple devices for work and entertainment — this multi-talented personal companion does it all, thanks to its brilliant OLED touchscreen and quad-core Intel® processor. It’s vivaciously styled and amazingly versatile, with a detachable full-size keyboard and a cover stand that has a 170° hinge. There’s also a high-precision ASUS Pen 2.0 stylus, neatly stored in a handy magnetic…