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19/12/2024

Breaking! Kabogo New ICT CS as Ruto Reshuffles Cabinet Again

Former Kiambu Governor and Juja MP, William Kabogo is the one to fill the docket that was briefly held by Dr. Margaret Nyambura Ndung’u

President William Ruto has reshuffled his cabinet, appointing William Kabogo as the new CS for Information, Communications & The Digital Economy.

19/12/2024

LastPass Hackers Steal Millions, Ruining Holiday Cheer for Users

⚠️The LastPass hack is more significant because of the nature of the data involved.
⚠️The total amount of stolen funds is nearing $45 million.

The LastPass breach continues to cause havoc, with hackers stealing $5.36 million from users just before Christmas.

19/12/2024

CA Appeals Court Ruling on Broadcasting Code

⚓️Per high court, the government had violated the independence and freedom of the media by imposing directives on how and when content should be aired.

The court had earlier ruled that the code infringed on media freedom and overstepped the MCK's regulatory mandate.

18/12/2024

are targeting channel administrators, sales, and marketing teams with phishing campaigns impersonating trusted brands to deliver .

READ: How it works, red flags to watch for and how to protect yourself 👇🏽

YouTube creators are being targeted by phishing attacks with Windows malware. Learn how to spot red flags and protect your account

18/12/2024

So there is a way your View Once private photos can still remain with the recipient, that's if you still haven't updated WhatsApp to the latest version.

Details 👇🏽

WhatsApp has fixed a flaw in the "View Once" feature that automatically deletes pictures and videos after they are viewed.

18/12/2024

Samsung Care Plus subscribers will be looking forward to next year following new changes to their subscription

🔸 is positioning itself as a leader in post-purchase care.

Starting January 15, Samsung Care Plus with Theft and Loss plan will offer free cracked screen repairs, eliminating the $29 service fee.

17/12/2024

Samsung Care Plus: No More Fees for Screen Repairs Starting January 15

✨ For Galaxy users prone to accidental drops or damages, this upgrade can result in significant savings over time.

Starting January 15, Samsung Care Plus with Theft and Loss plan will offer free cracked screen repairs, eliminating the $29 service fee.

17/12/2024

Instagram now lets you schedule DMs.

What will you do with this feature?

16/12/2024

Google Pixel 10 to Feature MediaTek Modem and Tensor G5 Chipset

📰Reports suggest that google is planning to switch from Samsung’s modems to MediaTek’s advanced M85 modem IP
🔸Why the Switch?
🔸Mediatek Rising rep
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The Google Pixel 10 series, expected in 2025, will feature a custom Tensor G5 chipset and a MediaTek modem for enhanced 5G connectivity

16/12/2024

While reading a book or watching a video on your phone during a trip may be entertaining, the physical motion of the vehicle can lead to discomfort or even nausea. To combat this, Google is developing a new feature for Android called Motion Cues.

Discover Google’s innovative Motion Cues feature, an Android accessibility tool designed to reduce motion sickness

16/12/2024

Meta and Musk team up to Challenge OpenAI’s Profit focus

🔸This unlikely alliance highlights concerns about the future of AI and the potential risks of prioritizing profits over public good.

Meta Platforms and Elon Musk have teamed up to challenge OpenAI's shift towards a profit-driven model, advocating for more ethical and OpenAI

12/12/2024

Ruto Proposes Tax on Content Creators

The government is pushing forward the Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which aims to include digital operators and online income earners in the tax bracket.

President William Ruto unveiled plans to tax Kenyan content creators benefiting from a monetisation scheme he introduced earlier this year.

12/12/2024

Scramble and partition for the AI monies. Google doesn't want Microsoft to get its way.

Google has reportedly urged regulators in USA to break up Microsoft’s exclusive deal to host OpenAI’s technology on its cloud servers.

11/12/2024

Partners With to Sell Cars Online With Amazon Autos

🛒Amazon is not slowing down! They want to sell cars
🚗From now on, with just a few clicks, you could be scheduling pickup for a brand-new ride.

Amazon has partnered with Hyundai for Amazon Autos, simplifying car shopping online with transparent pricing, trade-ins, and financing.

11/12/2024

US Offers $10 Million Reward for Chinese Hacker Wanted for Cyberattacks

🛡️ The 30-year-old Chinese national, and his co-conspirators are accused of hacking computer firewalls in Washington.

The United States announced on Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024, a reward of US$10 million for information leading to the arrest of Guan Tianfeng.

11/12/2024

Music Adds Timestamp Sharing Feature – What You Need to Know

▶️YouTube Music is catching up with the much-needed feature, Timestamp Sharing.
▶️Here’s what this means and how you can use it.

Discover YouTube Music's new timestamp-sharing feature, letting you share specific moments in songs or podcasts effortlessly.

11/12/2024

The internet’s attention has focused squarely on 26-year-old , who has been arrested and charged with the murder of CEO Brian Thompson

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder has stirred debates on healthcare frustrations, with dark humor, and rising tensions online.

10/12/2024

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Unveiled: Specs and release insights

🌀NVIDIA GeForce is shaping up to be a highly anticipated addition to NVIDIA’S next-generation Blackwell GPU lineup, targeting release in early 2025.

Discover everything about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, including its rumored specs, performance, pricing, and expected release date.