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Faster Odyssey G6 Refresh Samsung is preparing a significant update to its popular Odyssey G6 monitor, and the headline change is a substantial boost to its refresh rate. The upcoming model will leap from the current 240Hz to a blistering 360Hz. This upgrade is designed to deliver even smoother moti...
Google Gemini Deployed in Banking Google is integrating its Gemini AI models into core banking operations, moving beyond experimental pilots to production-grade deployments. The focus is on four key areas: financial research, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, portfolio monitoring, and risk analys...
Kassait's Achievements Kassait’s most significant achievement was establishing the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) from scratch. Before his tenure, Kenya had no dedicated authority to enforce data privacy laws. He built the institution’s infrastructure, recruited staff, and created...
Moniepoint Shuts Down MonieWorld Moniepoint has officially announced the closure of MonieWorld, its UK-based remittance service, just 14 months after its launch. The decision marks the end of the company’s initial foray into the international money transfer market, a move that was initially position...
Revolut's New AI Research Unit Revolut has officially launched a dedicated AI research unit, signaling a deeper commitment to developing its own proprietary models rather than relying solely on third-party solutions. The unit’s primary goal is to build in-house AI systems tailored specifically for f...
Partnership Overview NCBA Bank Kenya and BasiGo Kenya have announced a strategic partnership to finance 1,000 electric vans for Kenya’s public service vehicle (PSV) market. The collaboration is designed to tackle one of the biggest barriers to electric mobility adoption: the high upfront cost of veh...
Apple's AI Assistant Takes Over Phone Support According to a recent user report, calling Apple’s 1-800-APL-CARE number now connects callers to an AI assistant rather than a human representative. The user detailed the experience on social media, noting that the automated system handled the initial gr...
Introducing Rock Paper Pencil 4.0 with Graphite Tip Astropad has officially launched Rock Paper Pencil 4.0, the latest iteration of its popular drawing solution for iPad. The headline feature is a brand-new graphite Apple Pencil tip, engineered to deliver a genuine paper-like drawing experience dire...
Record Revenue: $96 Billion Quarter TSMC has posted a landmark financial result, with total revenue for the past quarter exceeding $96 billion. This figure marks a significant milestone in the company’s history, underscoring its dominant position in the global semiconductor market. The strong perfor...
New Time Limits for Teens Meta has announced it will enforce a two-hour time limit for teens on both Facebook and Instagram. This means that after a teen has spent two hours on either app within a single day, they will receive a notification that they have reached their limit. The company states tha...
Gemini Audio is Here In a move that broadens the family’s capabilities, Google has officially announced the release of Gemini Audio models. This new addition arrives as a distinct offering, expanding the Gemini ecosystem beyond text and vision. The launch gives developers and enterprise users access...
Apple's Upcoming Announcements Apple is preparing to announce new gadgets, building anticipation among consumers and tech enthusiasts. The company’s upcoming event is expected to showcase a range of hardware updates, focusing on performance improvements and integration with its existing ecosystem. W...
