SK Telecom has partnered with Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, at the Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC25). The partners will collaborate on mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems for artificial intelligence data centers (AIDCs). Schneider Electric is a leading company in power and distribution technology for AI data centers, offering comprehensive integrated infrastructure solutions that cover every stage from design and construction to operation. AIDC MEP systems play a critical role in ensuring the stability and efficiency of AIDCs from initial construction to full operational capability. Through this partnership, the two companies will first cooperate…
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As leaders in mobile technology and connectivity gather in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress, the Internet Society has announced the expansion of its partnership with Meta with the launch of a new Connectivity Co-Funding Initiative. The initiative aims to scale up efforts to expand affordable, reliable, and sustainable Internet access globally, with both the Internet Society and Internet Society Foundation committing a $30 million investment through 2030. Meta has joined as the first co-funding partner as the Internet Society calls for additional partners to support the vision of a more equitable, connected world. Across the globe, 2.6 billion people lack…
Red Hat has announced a global collaboration with Fujitsu to deliver a virtualised radio access network (vRAN) solution on Red Hat OpenShift, the industry’s leading hybrid cloud application platform powered by Kubernetes. Fujitsu has chosen Red Hat OpenShift as its preferred hybrid cloud platform to deliver a cloud-native, AI-ready vRAN solution, intended to help service providers achieve improved efficiency and network optimisation as well as expand operations to diverse applications with greater consistency and flexibility. Honoré LaBourdette, vice president, Global Telco Ecosystem, Red Hat said, “The future of RAN is AI, and it is powered by cloud-native technologies. With this…
Bonuses and promotions will boost your bankroll when betting on sports online. Read this article to understand how betting bonuses in Kenya work and explore their terms and conditions (T&Cs). Understanding Sports Betting Offers Betting offers are different types of incentives that bookmakers award to registered bettors. These bonuses make it easy for operators to attract new customers and retain existing ones. On the other hand, bettors who claim betting bonuses can boost their bankrolls and increase their chances of winning big with certain offers such as odds boosts. They only need to sign up and deposit a certain amount…
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya are actively adopting digital payments, leveraging technological advancements, and forming strategic collaborations to enhance growth and resilience, as highlighted in the third edition of the Mastercard SME Confidence Index. With 91% of SMEs in Kenya adopting digital payments, businesses are enhancing efficiency, improving customer experiences, and strengthening financial stability. This shift toward digitalization is reshaping SME operations, with many prioritizing secure payment solutions and broader financial inclusion to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. “Small and medium enterprises are the backbone of economies, driving innovation, employment, and resilience. As digital transformation accelerates,…
By Andre Froneman, OT Solutions Specialist at Datacentrix. In the realm of industrial cybersecurity, understanding potential attack vectors is vital for developing robust defence strategies. Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in industrial environments are critical for operational oversight, but their web-based nature can make them a target for cyber threats. Hackers often employ traditional IT reconnaissance and exploitation tactics to compromise web-based HMIs, which can serve as entry points into an organisation’s operational technology (OT) environment. This process could start with the use of intelligent monitoring software solutions to look for web-based HMIs to exploit leaked virtual private network (VPN) credentials.…
VFS Global has launched a new Generative AI-powered chatbot to enhance customer support for travellers to the UK. The AI-Powered Chatbot not only utilizes advanced Generative AI technology to offer human-like, conversational support, but does so through both voice and text commands, providing instant, accurate, and accessible information for customers travelling to the UK. The AI-Powered Chatbot addresses the increasing demand for efficient customer support, allowing users to easily access the information needed to navigate the application process. Jen Vidler, Deputy Director, Cross Cutting Service Operations, Visa, Status and Information Services, Customer Services Group, UK Visas and Immigration, said, “The rollout of VFS Global’s AI-powered chatbot…
Westcon-Comstor has announced significant enhancements to its Microsoft Advanced Support Services portfolio for its Southern Africa partners. These updates include new assessments designed to empower Microsoft partners with actionable insights, optimise customer environments, and strengthen their positions as trusted advisors. As the only distributor offering 24/7 advanced technical support for Microsoft Azure and M365, Westcon-Comstor continues to lead the way in delivering strategic, partner-centric solutions. “Our mission is to provide Microsoft partners with the tools and expertise to stay ahead in an increasingly complex cloud landscape. With our expanded suite of assessments and always-on support, we’re helping partners unlock new…
By Jane Kariuki, LG Electronics East Africa Head of Marketing. AI has been a part of the global zeitgeist ever since it was thrust into the limelight by tech companies releasing free and public versions of generative AI platforms. The entire world was suddenly awake to the realm of creative possibilities they now had access to thanks to Artificial Intelligence. Soon after, every industry began using AI as a buzzword, promising the sun, moon and stars, by having their products be AI-powered. This included everything from toothbrushes to garage doors that operate with the power of machine learning and artificial…
British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced the provision of a $100 million Tier 2 capital facility to KCB Bank Kenya to increase its lending capacity to climate-related projects and women-led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The funding will strengthen KCB Bank’s balance sheet and fund local companies scaling innovative climate technologies, including renewable energy, green mobility, and firms creating sustainable value chains in the agriculture sector. It also aligns with the bank’s adopted UN Sustainable Development Goals 5 (Gender Equality), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 13 (Climate Action). The new facility will…