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Roulette is a staple of casinos worldwide. From the grandiosity of Las Vegas, to the exotic vibes of Monte Carlo, and the impeccable ingenuity of Macau, roulette has seen play across the world. However, with online casinos featuring the game, the red and black wheel is more popular than ever. Online roulette has brought in a ton of new fans to the world of gambling. Whether you choose to christchurchcasino.com, where you can play online roulette, or the live version, you are contributing to the popularity of the game. Which means, there are newbies who are just discovering it. For…

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What are the top IT security threats affecting businesses today? In today’s digital world, the threat landscape is expanding at a rapid rate and if security weaknesses are identified and exploited by hackers, this can have devastating consequences for businesses. According to the World Economic Forum, the global cost of cybercrime is projected to reach $10.5trillion annually in 2025 . Ransomware remains one of the top threats facing companies today, as cyber criminals continue to test how much businesses are willing to pay for their most valuable asset – data. With the value and the volume of data held by…

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Showmax has announced the release of a new series, Black & Blue, an original police-based mockumentary series, premiering on 6 November. In a bold attempt to rebrand themselves and better appeal to the public, the Kenyan Police enlists a civilian as an Officer Commanding Station (OCS). This new OCS brings a unique civilian perspective to policing, turning things upside down at the experimental pilot station. A documentary team is hired to follow them and document the process, but inadvertently reveals the shenanigans the police get up to behind the scenes as they grapple with adjusting to the new reforms. Kalasha…

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LG Electronics has made significant strides in the global market with its innovative brand strategies, earning its place as a top global brand. On October 10, LG was ranked 97th globally with a brand value of approximately USD 6.5 billion in the Best Global Brands 2024 report by global brand consulting firm Interbrand. Interbrand’s evaluation of the Best Global Brands assesses brand value through a comprehensive analysis of a company’s financial performance, role of brand and brand strength. As a pioneer in the industry, Interbrand’s ISO-certified evaluation criteria are widely regarded as the most reliable methodology in branding and marketing. LG’s…

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Two Kenyan and one Ghanaian companies are among 15 finalists competing for £1 million each in the 2024 Earthshot Prize, a global climate and environmental stewardship program. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. The two Kenyan entities are d.light, a major provider of solar home systems, and Keep It Cool, a solar-powered refrigeration solutions company, joined by GAYO, a Ghana-based youth-led waste management group. The three African finalists join 12 others from six continents, including first-time finalists from France, Ghana, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, and Nepal. “Representing every corner…

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The consumer lending market in Kenya reflected a mix of resilience and optimism in the first quarter of this year, according to TransUnion Kenya’s Q1 2024 Kenya Market Analytics Report. This has come on the back of lenders, equipped with deeper insights and advanced tools thanks to the evolving regulatory environment, becoming better positioned to meet the demands of a dynamic and evolving consumer market. During the first quarter, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) raised the Central Bank Rate (CBR) to 13.0%, up from 12.50% in the previous quarter. The Kenyan Shilling (KES) continued to depreciate against major international…

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Fredrique Achieng, PR Manager at OPPO Kenya.  Smartphone industry has undergrown a significant growth and evolution since the invention of the first telephone in the 1800’s, to the rotary phones in the 1900’s , the first mobile phones in the 2000’s and all the way to the current smartphone devices that we have come to love. Throughout the evolution of the various telephones the driving force to their evolution has been the user demands and purchasing power of the various generations during the evolution. Looking at the current times, we have seen smartphone manufactures adjust to user needs by having…

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Sistema.bio has announced it has secured a package of US$15 million in financing to fuel its global growth. The company has grown its sales by over five fold in the last three years, driven by deep climate, economic and health impacts for farmers worldwide. The current funds will support the continued growth of its partnerships, markets served and range of bioenergy products delivered to farmers.  Led by ElectriFI, managed by the EDFI Management Company, the financing was completely funded by Sistema.bio’s existing investors and will cover a variety of growth and diversification goals ahead of Sistema.bio’s anticipated Series C financing…

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We have identified a global malware issue that is significantly impacting cryptocurrency transactions by altering withdrawal addresses during the transaction process. This type of malicious software, often referred to as “Clipper malware,” intercepts data stored in the clipboard, primarily targeting cryptocurrency wallet addresses. When a user copies and pastes a wallet address to transfer cryptocurrency, the malware replaces the original address with one designated by the attacker. If the user completes the transfer without noticing the change, the cryptocurrency is sent to the attacker’s wallet, resulting in financial loss. The issue has seen a notable spike in activity, particularly on…

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Algorithmic trading in forex is not a debate. It’s a fact. This isn’t some theoretical discussion; it’s technology changing the way trading is done. Forex operates 24/5, and it needs speed. No human can match what algorithms can do in split seconds. If anyone wants to argue that manual trading is still effective, understand one thing—the market doesn’t wait. The majority has moved on, and, if you’re not leveraging algorithms, you’re not playing the same game. What is Algorithmic Trading? Here’s the deal—algorithmic trading means using a computer to execute trades based on pre-set rules. The objective is execution. Fast…

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