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Sophos has announced that its Sophos Managed Detection and Response [MDR] service has reached a major milestone, now protecting more than 26,000 organizations globally, growing its customer base by 37% in 2024. This achievement highlights the increasing demand for Sophos’ proactive, expert-led security solutions, which help organizations of all sizes stay protected 24/7 against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, including the most advanced ransomware, business email compromise [BEC] and phishing attacks. Sophos MDR offers a comprehensive suite of capabilities that go beyond standard threat containment to include full-scale incident response, such as root cause analysis, the removal of malicious tools or artifacts…

As the new year unfolds, parents and guardians face the ongoing challenge of balancing their children’s academic needs with financial responsibilities. The back-to-school season often brings feelings of overwhelm as families navigate rising expenses and the necessity of purchasing school supplies and paying fees. To ease this burden, financial institutions have responded by introducing innovative digital payment solutions designed to streamline back-to-school shopping, making it easier, safer, and more affordable. Financial institutions have rolled out products tailored to meet the needs of today’s consumers, delivering reliable online payment options that allow parents and guardians to shop from the comfort of…

Wentors has announced the launch of Wentors 2.0 – a transformative platform offering highly personalized mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and workforce development programs for women. Applications are now open year-round, with participants encouraged to apply by January 18, 2025 to take advantage of available scholarship opportunities. Wentors 2.0 aims to strengthen the global tech ecosystem by equipping women with the tools, guidance, and resources they need to excel. The gender gap in technology continues to be a significant challenge, magnified by the rapid advancements in AI. Since its inception, Wentors has been dedicated to bridging this divide, impacting over 10,000 women and delivering…

The 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results have been released today by Julius Migos Ogamba, the Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Education. The results were released at Mitihani House in Nairobi.  The release of the 2024 KCSE results came a few days after the Ministry of Education announced the 2024 KPSEA results. From the results, the ministry of Education revealed that a total of 962,512 candidates sat for KCSE in 2024. All these candidates are now able to access their results through the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) portal. Parents who have been waiting for this announcement…

In 2024, mainstream crypto adoption surged, institutional players deepened their engagement, and digital assets became more intertwined with everyday life than ever. Binance, the industry’s global leader, stood at the helm of these changes, driving innovation while maintaining its core mission: increasing the freedom of money. Throughout the year, Binance broke records, achieved milestones, and continued shaping the future of digital finance. From exceeding $160 billion in user assets under custody to reaching a cumulative historical trading volume of $100 trillion, Binance showcased the trust placed in it by users worldwide. This trust extended beyond trading, with Binance leading on…

By Suat Ozsoy With its forward-thinking vision, Kenya is one of the world’s most dynamic markets for technology innovation, offering industry players exceptional growth opportunities. In this highly competitive landscape, companies must continuously come up with bold solutions to evolve their offerings if they want to maintain market leadership. Innovation isn’t just about adding features; it’s about creating new experiences, addressing unmet needs, and redefining what’s possible. It’s the driving force behind progress, shaping industries, redefining possibilities, and improving lives. Technology evolves at a rapid pace, so innovation is vital for companies to stay relevant, competitive, and impactful. At Epson,…

Rendeavour has announced the appointment of David Kippen as Chairman of the Board, joining Lord Ashcroft KCMG PC, who continues in his role as Deputy Chairman. In addition, Graeme Wheeler and Darrell M. Blocker have joined the Board as Independent Directors. As part of regular board rotation, Frank Mosier, Rendeavour’s Founding Chairman, retired as chair, having served in that position for more than eight years. He remains a board director and one of the largest shareholders. Rendeavour is the owner and developer of Tatu City, Kenya’s first operational Special Economic Zone (SEZ); Alaro City, a partnership with the Lagos State…

The Uganda Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has onboarded Hindsight Ventures as a program implementation partner under the support of JICA towards the NINJA Acceleration Program for growth-stage ventures from Uganda. The program is aimed at identifying and fostering the growth of high-potential, high-growth Ugandan startups. From an application pool in excess of 130 startups, ten startups made it to the cohort through an intensive three-stage selection process. The final cohort exhibits a diversity of growth-stage startups from Uganda and comprises businesses across FinTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, Manufacturing, Sustainability, and DeepTech. Uganda’s startup ecosystem has been showcasing steady growth over…

The 1994 San Marino Grand Prix was held at the Imola Circuit in Italy from April 29 to May 1. Punters can try betting today at 1xBet whenever this event takes place. However, it is remembered as one of the darkest weekends in F1 history. The event was marred by a series of catastrophic incidents that profoundly impacted the sport and led to significant safety overhauls. It had 3 big protagonists: By trying betting today at 1xBet you can also wager on the best Formula 1 drivers too. The weekend began ominously during Friday’s practice session when Brazilian driver Rubens…

As 2024 draws to a close, it has been a year marked by the introduction of numerous AI-powered consumer electronics into the Kenyan market by Samsung Electronics. From AI-driven TVs that elevate entertainment to smart fridges that redefine convenience, Samsung brought to life the real Artificial Intelligence that redefined 2024. AI-Powered TVs Imagine a TV that doesn’t just show content but understands how you experience it. Samsung’s 2024 AI-powered TVs use AI Picture Engine and AI Sound Pro to deliver stunning visuals and immersive audio. Thanks to machine learning, these TVs analyze content in real-time, enhancing resolution to crystal-clear 4K…