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Why Netflix Acquiring Warner Bros is Actually a Good Thing

Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros' film and TV studios along with HBO/HBO Max from Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) in a colossal cash-and-stock deal, announced on December 5, 2025.

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tech2d ago

Binance launches ‘Binance Junior’ to help kids learn crypto savings under parental control

Binance has launched Binance Junior, a new sub-account feature designed for children and teenagers aged 6-17, providing a secure environment to learn about digital finance and savings under strict parental supervision.

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Google Search Year in Review 2025: What Kenyans searched the most this year

Google's 2025 Search Year in Review reveals what captured Kenyans' attention, with searches spanning politics, sports, and cultural trends. The passing of Raila Odinga, the CHAN tournament, and athletic achievements heavily influenced queries.

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BAKE Awards 2025 voting extended to December 11 as Gala pushed to December 13

The BAKE Awards 2025 voting period has been extended to December 11, with the Gala Dinner now scheduled for December 13, 2025. This postponement allows more time for community engagement and ensures a smoother experience for all participants.

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tech3d ago

Spotify Wrapped 2025: Njerae Beats Drake as Kenya’s ‘New Wave’ Overtakes Global Hits

Spotify's 2025 Wrapped campaign data reveals a significant shift in Kenyan digital music consumption, with local artists, led by Njerae, now dominating streaming charts over international acts like Drake.

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tech3d ago

These are the 12 major DStv channels going away starting from December 31

MultiChoice subscribers in Kenya and across Africa face the potential loss of 12 major channels from Warner Bros Discovery, including Discovery Channel and CNN International, starting December 31 if ongoing negotiations fail. This shake-up comes amidst Canal+'s acquisition of MultiChoice and its strategy to streamline costs.

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tech5d ago

You can now buy B-Live data bundle directly from MySafaricom app on iOS

Safaricom has updated its MySafaricom app for iOS users, allowing direct purchase of B-Live time-based data bundles. This new feature streamlines the process for iPhone users who previously had to use USSD codes or the web portal.

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tech4d ago

Samsung Enters the Trifold Arena: Galaxy Z TriFold Launches at $2,500 to Challenge Huawei

Samsung Electronics has unveiled its first triple-folding smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, entering the market segment with a competitive price point of approximately $2,500 (around KES 330,000 excluding taxes) and promising global availability with full Android support.

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tech4d ago

YouTube Finally Launches Its Own “Year in Review” – Here’s Everything You Need to Know

YouTube has officially launched its new "YouTube Recap" feature, offering users personalized summaries of their 2025 viewing habits. Rolled out in North America on December 2, 2025, and going global this week, it directly competes with Spotify Wrapped.

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tech5d ago

Google Messages is finally making SIM switching less annoying

Google Messages is improving the experience for users who frequently switch SIM cards by reintroducing an easier method in its latest beta version. This update addresses user frustration, particularly in regions like Kenya, where the previous redesign made SIM switching a multi-step process.

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tech5d ago

MyDawa users report severe app, website failures and very poor customer services

Earlier this year, MyDawa was riding high. The Kenyan e-health startup was selected by i3 to help transform pharmacy care in Africa, backed by heavy hitters

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tech1w ago

Samsung’s new JKUAT partnership aims to fix Kenya’s glaring AI skills gap, 80 students at a time

Samsung Electronics East Africa has partnered with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to launch the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC). This initiative aims to address Kenya's significant AI skills gap by training 80 students annually in AI, IoT, and Big Data.

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tech1w ago

Google removes SmartTube from Android TV for security reasons, dev pledges to release new app

SmartTube, a popular third-party YouTube client for Android TV, has been disabled on many devices by Google Play Protect due to a compromised digital signing key. The developer is releasing a new app with a fresh signature to address the security issue.

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tech1w ago

Apple to finally dethrone Samsung in 2025 global smartphone shipments after 14 years

Apple is projected to surpass Samsung in global smartphone shipments in 2025, reclaiming the top spot for the first time since 2011, ending Samsung's 14-year dominance. This shift is primarily driven by the strong reception of the new iPhone 17 series and a significant upgrade cycle.

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tech1w ago

The US bets $150 million on Zipline’s drones in Africa—with strings attached

The United States Department of State has announced a $150 million (approximately KES 19.5 billion) "pay-for-performance" financing vehicle for Zipline to expand its drone delivery infrastructure across Africa. This funding is contingent on partner African governments signing expansion contracts and committing to operational costs, aiming for sustainability rather than traditional aid.

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tech1w ago

The top 5 best-selling smartphones in September 2025 across 8 major countries

Apple's iPhone 17 series leads global smartphone sales in September 2025 across eight major markets, according to Counterpoint Research, though regional preferences show strong competition from other brands and older models, particularly in price-sensitive markets.

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tech1w ago

Samsung drops its own “Wrapped” video for East Africa showcasing key innovation launched in 2025

Samsung East Africa has released its own "Wrapped" video summarizing its 2025 innovations, mirroring popular year-in-review digital summaries. The recap details major mobile and home appliance launches quarter-by-quarter, highlighting Galaxy AI as the undisputed headliner for the year, showcasing Samsung's strategy to democratize Artificial Intelligence.

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tech1w ago

When is Stranger Things Season 5 coming out in Kenya?

Kenyan fans of Stranger Things can mark their calendars for the final season, with episodes set to drop in three parts starting November 27, 2025. Due to time differences, the Netflix release will be staggered for East African viewers.

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tech1w ago

Telegram is charging some users a one-week Premium subscription for SMS verification

Telegram is now requiring some users, including those in Kenya, to purchase a temporary Premium subscription just to receive an SMS verification code needed for logging into a new device. This controversial policy is causing frustration and locking users out of their accounts, despite previously convenient login methods.

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Safaricom Connect Academy hands 98% of Cohort 1 graduates job offers: Why you need to apply for Cohort 2

Safaricom's Connect Academy, a specialized training program in partnership with the ICT Authority of Kenya, has seen remarkable success with its first cohort. Out of 48 graduates, an impressive 98% have secured job offers with Safaricom and its partner organizations, highlighting the program's effectiveness in addressing Kenya's digital infrastructure skill gap.

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tech1w ago

Samsung East Africa officially apologizes for making its products too smooth to use

Samsung Electronics East Africa issued a tongue-in-cheek “OFFICIAL APOLOGY” to its customers, playfully claiming its products are making lives “too smooth, smart & seamless.” This marketing campaign, circulating on social media, serves as an innovative way to highlight the advanced features and seamless integration of its latest devices and smart appliances.

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tech1w ago

KCB new loan pricing rolls out as banks start shifting to CBK’s new risk-based lending model

KCB Bank has become the first major bank in Kenya to implement the new Central Bank of Kenya’s Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM), fundamentally changing how loan interest rates are calculated.

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tech1w ago

Safaricom Daraja 3.0: The Cloud-Native Leap to 12,000 TPS

Safaricom has launched Daraja 3.0, a cloud-native upgrade to its M-PESA API platform, promising a major leap in transaction processing and developer experience. This significant shift positions M-PESA as a "Fintech 2.0" infrastructure provider, moving beyond a simple payment gateway.

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tech1w ago

Kenya Power plans to let customers scan their own meters using phone cameras

Kenya Power plans to introduce a new system allowing customers to scan their electricity meters using smartphone cameras and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology for billing. This initiative aims to simplify meter reading, reduce errors, and improve billing accuracy for postpaid customers.

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tech1w ago

X’s new account location feature is exposing users posting from countries they don’t claim

X's new account location feature is revealing that many popular accounts are not based in the countries they claim to represent, sparking widespread reactions. This has led to amusement and criticism online as users discover the true origins of various digital commentators.

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tech1w ago

Techish Nominated for ‘Technology Creator’ at 2025 BAKE Awards: How to Vote

Techish has been nominated for the Technology Creator award at the 2025 BAKE Awards, a significant recognition of their efforts in covering Kenyan and international tech news. The public voting phase is now open, with winners to be announced in December 2025.

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tech1w ago

Infinix AI Ring brings budget health tracking to your finger at just KES 8,999

The Infinix AI Ring has officially launched in Kenya, offering a budget-friendly option for health tracking at KES 8,999, directly competing with higher-priced smart rings.

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Amazon Leo Arrives: The 1 Gbps ‘Ultra’ Antenna That Wants to Eat Starlink’s Lunch

Amazon has rebranded its satellite internet initiative as Amazon Leo, unveiling a new hardware lineup to challenge Starlink's market dominance. The new service emphasizes enterprise reliability, particularly for data-heavy industries, with its flagship Leo Ultra antenna offering significantly faster upload speeds than competitors.

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Safaricom users seeing reduced ‘No Expiry’ data allocations & a strange spending cap, fix coming

Safaricom users have recently reported significant reductions in their ‘No Expiry’ data bundle allocations and an unusual spending cap of KES 499. Safaricom has confirmed this is a temporary system glitch, not a permanent change to their offerings.

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tech2w ago

Huawei Brings Titanium GT 6 Pro and PaperMatte Tablets to the Kenyan Market

Huawei has launched its new Watch GT 6 Series, including the premium GT 6 Pro, and the MatePad 11.5 (2025) tablet in Kenya, following successful rollouts in other international markets.

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