Author: Brand Spot

Brand Spot by Techarena allows companies to share their stories directly with TechArena's audience. To promote your brand and get featured, email [email protected]

 Vertiv has made another key addition to its industry-leading thermal management portfolio, with the introduction of the Vertiv CoolLoop Trim Cooler, in support of air and liquid cooling applications for AI (artificial intelligence) and HPC (high-performance computing). This global solution supports diverse climate conditions for hybrid-cooled or liquid-cooled data centres and AI factories. Integrating seamlessly with high-density, liquid-cooled environments, the Vertiv CoolLoop Trim Cooler delivers operational efficiency and aligns with the industry’s evolving needs for energy-efficient and compact cooling solutions. It provides up to a 70% reduction in annual cooling energy consumption leveraging free-cooling and mechanical operation, and 40% space savings…

Read More

Absa Bank Kenya hosted customers, peers, and financial market stakeholders for a weeklong 2025 Economic forum that offered in-depth macro analysis and explored financing opportunities and yield-enhancing strategies in a bid to help clients build resilience and growth. Speaking during the forums, Absa Bank Kenya PLC CEO and MD Mr. Abdi Mohamed said, “At Absa, we are deeply invested in your story because it truly matters to us. As a collective, we have an ambition to be a financial services group that Africa can be proud of. We are committed to the growth of this continent and the prosperity of…

Read More

 Check Point and Cardano have partnered to develop and deliver the first comprehensive real-time security solution for blockchain.  This collaboration aims to leverage Check Point’s industry-leading cyber security expertise and Cardano’s robust blockchain infrastructure to create a secure environment for Web3 applications. Addressing the Growing Security Risks in Blockchain and Web3 As blockchain technology continues to gain traction across industries, the $1.5 billion Bybit hack earlier this month was a stark reminder that security remains a critical challenge hindering widespread adoption.  Cyber threats in the Web3 space have escalated, with hackers exploiting vulnerabilities in smart contracts, digital wallets, and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms…

Read More

Last week at MWC 2025, Tecno introduced the Camon 40 series, its latest smartphone series. The series features 4 models, the Camon 40 Premier 5G, Camon 40 Pro 5G, Camon 40 Pro, and the Camon 40.  The Camon 40 series promises advanced camera performance. “The Camon 40 Series reflects our commitment to practical AI that enhances every day interactions and photography,” said Jack Guo, General Manager of Tecno. A standout feature of the Camon 40 Series is its AI-powered imaging capability. Through the integration of Tecno AI’s advanced imaging algorithms with cutting-edge hardware and an innovative One-Tap Button, users can…

Read More

Introduction Cryptocurrency trading presents immense opportunities for profit but also comes with significant risks due to market volatility. Unlike traditional financial markets, crypto assets experience dramatic price swings within short periods, making risk management essential for traders. Without a well-structured risk management strategy, traders can suffer substantial losses, leading to capital depletion. This article explores key risk management techniques in crypto trading, including stop-loss orders, position sizing, portfolio diversification, and emotional control, helping traders make informed decisions while protecting their investments. Key Risk Management Strategies 1. Stop-Loss Orders A stop-loss order is a predetermined price level at which a trader…

Read More

By Nellie Mburu, Marketing Services Specialist at Epson East and West Africa.  International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated on March 8th, is a global day honouring the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while highlighting the ongoing disparities and advocating for equality, ensuring that progress continues. This year’s theme is “Accelerate action for gender equality”. This theme emphasises that inclusion is not just a box-ticking exercise and underscores the need for action beyond awareness. By ensuring women play a leading role in shaping business, tech, and innovation, we build a strong pipeline for girls everywhere to be included. According…

Read More

Visa and Citi have announced the launch of Citi Optimized Pay, a unique card payments capability developed in collaboration with Cellulant. The solution, which leverages Tingg, Cellulant’s robust payment gateway, is designed to provide reliable cash flow solutions for small businesses across various sectors. Citi Optimized Pay aims to address challenges often faced by suppliers, including access to timely payments, varied payment options and improved cash flow. According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Kenya’s Supply Chain Finance market is estimated to be worth $24.8 billion annually, representing 25.1% of the country’s GDP. Despite this significant market size, current supply…

Read More

Binance is celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 with a special event in Nairobi, Kenya, designed to promote financial empowerment and increase female participation in crypto. Taking place on 8 March 2025 in the suburb of Nairobi, the event will bring together 300 women from the local community for a transformative afternoon focused on crypto education, financial independence, and networking. The event will feature educational workshops, panel discussions, and opportunities to connect with local female leaders in the blockchain and crypto space. Binance is hosting community gatherings across five continents that will connect women, showcase inspiring stories, provide learning opportunities,…

Read More

Red Hat and Axiom Space have announced a new collaboration on Axiom Space’s Data Center Unit-1 (AxDCU-1), targeted to launch in spring 2025 to the International Space Station. Powered by Red Hat Device Edge, the data processing prototype will conduct tests on the space station and demonstrate initial Orbital Data Center (ODC) capabilities.  Tony James, chief architect, Science and Space, Red Hat said, “Off-planet data processing is the next frontier, and edge computing is a crucial component. With Red Hat Device Edge and in collaboration with Axiom Space, Earth-based mission partners will have the capabilities necessary to make real-time decisions…

Read More

Konza Technopolis in partnership with the Kenya Film Commission (KFC) will train 100 2D and 3D animators in Virtual Production with focus on Virtual Studios, Extended Reality (XR) and Augmented Reality (AR).  “This training initiative presents a unique opportunity to position Kenya at the forefront of emerging technologies in the creative sector through enhancing the skills of animators and film makers, providing them with access to real-world applications in virtual production,” John Paul Okwiri, Konza Technopolis CEO said. Speaking at the start of the 2-day workshop, Okwiri noted that the sensitization training is strategically aligned with current creative industry trends…

Read More