Huawei has upgraded the internet on its DigiTruck to 5G as it seeks to increase the internet speeds and numbers of youth who can benefit from training on digital skills, aiming to reach at least 1,200 youth in the next year. Speaking during the official launch of the Huawei CPE Pro 2 on DigiTruckn, Ian Korir, the firm’s CSR Coordinator explained that the significance of the upgrade lay in DigiTruck’s new capability to deliver a 5G experience to the learners on the program. A CPE (Customer Premises Equipment), often also known colloquially as a router, or a dongle, is a…
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The rise of digital currencies has revolutionized the economic landscape, transcending from the fringes of fiscal conversations to the epicenter of global economic discourse. This radical monetary form, once the domain of risk-embracing speculators and visionary tech enthusiasts, has seen its influence burgeon in the developing sectors of the world. A meticulous exploration of the future trajectory of digital currency uptake in these evolving economies reveals a kaleidoscope of prospects, capacities, and impediments. Crypto exchange platforms like CEX.IO offers numerous opportunities to interact with digital currencies. Find out how to buy crypto with Skrill, pay and send bitcoin and other…
Kenya is set to experience a significant economic boost as Sama, the leader in providing data annotation solutions that power the AI models of the future, confirmed plans to enhance its Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) investments locally. Banking on recent engagements with the national government players including the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and the BPO Association of Kenya (BPOAK), https://www.techarena.co.ke/tag/sama/Sama confirmed its corporate plans to continue using Kenya as a global delivery site to de-risk machine learning (ML) models. Speaking when she confirmed the corporate commitments, Sama Vice President of Global Delivery, Annepeace Alwala,said the firm has expanded its service offering…
The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has witnessed significant breakthroughs, with generative AI captivating the public’s imagination. Today, we are thrilled to announce the arrival of Llama 2, the next generation of the open-source large language model, which promises to revolutionize AI development and democratize access to cutting-edge technology. In a strategic partnership between Meta and Microsoft, Llama 2 will be made freely available for both research and commercial use, empowering businesses, researchers, and creators to explore new possibilities and fuel innovation across various domains. At the core of the Llama 2 release lies the belief in an open innovation…
Exness has announced the extension of its Fintech Scholarships program to Kenya. This initiative, in collaboration with the United States International University (USIU), aims to support outstanding university students pursuing studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The Exness Fintech Scholarships program in Kenya is open to third and fourth-year USIU undergraduates specializing in Data Science, Analytics, and Software Engineering. Additionally, students who have accepted an offer for the MSc in Information Technology course starting in September 2023 are eligible to apply. This scholarship will cover the full amount of tuition fees and living expenses, providing an opportunity…
SemaBOX has announced the launch of WAZO, an innovative podcast distribution platform designed to empower Kenyan and African podcasters by providing a direct source of income through plays and advertising revenue. The platform, which derives its name from the Kiswahili word for “Thought,” will initially be accessible free of charge to all listeners through the Wazo ONE plan starting from July 17, 2023. Monetization for Kenyan content will commence immediately, while the monetization rollout for Ugandan and South African Creators is scheduled for Q3 of 2023. WAZO represents a pioneering initiative in Kenya, introducing a fresh revenue stream for podcasters…
Dutch National Carrier KLM has introduced a new cabin class dubbed Premium Comfort In between the economy class and business class. Targeted at customers who want to enjoy the luxury of flying comfortably, the new cabin is installed on all Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft flying to international destinations. Giving his remarks on the new cabin, Marius van der Ham, Air France-KLM General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana Marius said the new Premium Comfort Class allows KLM to more closely meet the needs and wishes of leisure and business travellers. “We are thrilled to introduce our new…
LG Electronics, in collaboration with Hotpoint, recently held its first commercial laundry seminar in Mombasa, Kenya. The event aimed to support the growth of smart laundromats in the country and empower entrepreneurs interested in the commercial laundry industry. With the rising demand for professional laundry services due to rapid urbanization, Kenya’s commercial laundry sector has become increasingly attractive to investors. During the seminar, Mr. Dongwon Lee, the Managing Director of LG Electronics EA, highlighted the resilience and consistent growth of the commercial laundry industry. According to data from research firm SkyQuest, the global commercial laundry market is projected to reach…
Binance, the world’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, is delighted to announce the appointment of Eleanor Hughes as its General Counsel. In her new role, Eleanor will lead the company’s legal affairs alongside a team of 85 lawyers. She will also be working closely with the global compliance team to support Binance’s commitment to responsibly growing the industry in close collaboration with regulators and policymakers globally. Binance Founder and CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) shared: “Eleanor has been working at Binance for nearly two years now and, during that period, she has quickly grown to be a trusted advisor to…
By Dong Won Lee A sustainable, responsible business continuously embraces sound practices that positively impact its stakeholders and the environment. Promoting social entrepreneurship is one way through which businesses could contribute positively to communities. When communities thrive, businesses prosper, and the world is a much better place. Social entrepreneurship refers to activities by individuals or groups that are geared to solving social and environmental problems using innovative approaches that change lives. They aim to create social value, defined as daily life experiences that bring about desired change in the community, society and nation. Businesses can be powerful drivers of…