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The launch of the Nosim FM Transmitter reinforces the government’s ongoing efforts to bridge the digital and information divide across Kenya, fostering inclusion, connectivity, and empowerment through modern broadcasting infrastructure. The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy of Kenya  has officially launched the KBC Nosim FM Transmitter in Oleleshwa Hills, Kajiado County. The event was presided over by Cabinet Secretary H.E. Hon. William Kabogo Gitau and marks a significant milestone in strengthening information access and community development through local broadcasting. The commissioning of the transmitter represents an important step toward improving communication and inclusivity, particularly for the Maasai…

Apple reported its financial results for the quarter ending on September 27, 2025 and Cupertino welcomed several new records. Total revenue stood at $102.5 billion, which is an 8% increase compared to the same period last year. Profits stood at $27.5 billion, while earnings per share jumped to $1.85, which is up 13% on a yearly basis. Apple, FY25-Q4 Financial Statement Thanks to strong demand for its iPhone 17 series, iPhone revenue reached a new record of $49.02 billion. This amounts to a 6% increase in revenues compared to the iPhone 16 series, but the 17 models and…

Guillermo del Toro loves a challenge. Nothing the 61-year-old director does could be termed “half-assed,” and each of his movies is planned, scripted, and storyboarded with immense attention to detail.Such discipline is evident in Frankenstein, his adaptation of Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel. It’s a movie del Toro has been trying to make for years, and it shows. The elaborate sets and costumes—as well as some embellishing of Shelley’s story—could only be the work of someone as connected as he is with his source material.Raised in a deeply Catholic family in Guadalajara, Mexico, del Toro was so enthralled when he saw…

WhatsApp is leveling up its security game with a new update that brings passkey protection to your chat backups.Passkey encryption comes to WhatsApp backupsThe company just announced that it’s rolling out support for passkey-encrypted backups – meaning you can now use your fingerprint, face, or phone’s screen lock code to secure your WhatsApp backups. No more typing or remembering a long password or, worse, that 64-digit encryption key.Now, a quick tap or glance is all it takes. The same level of security that already keeps your personal chats and calls protected is now extended to your backups, making sure they…

The partnership aims to expand postgraduate access, digitize research collaboration, and empower African universities to lead in AI-driven innovation. At the ARUA 2025 Biennial International Conference held in Kampala, Uganda, Astria Learning  and Makerere University  officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch the AI eCampus Partnership. This initiative represents a significant milestone in advancing digital education and artificial intelligence across Africa. The partnership aims to expand postgraduate access, digitize research collaboration, and empower African universities to lead in AI-driven innovation. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza, Uganda’s Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation,…

Summarize This Article:ChatGPTPerplexityGrokGoogle AIAfter announcing OriginOS 6 globally earlier this month, Vivo has begun rolling out the stable update to many of its eligible devices. iQOO 13 is the first iQOO device to receive the stable OriginOS 6 update globally. Here’s everything you need to know about this update.The OriginOS 6 update for the iQOO 13 is being rolled out with the build number PD2408BF_EX_A_16.1.14.8.W30. Since it’s a major update, it is around 4GB in size. Make sure that you download the update over WiFi for a smooth process.OriginOS was exclusive to China earlier, but has now expanded globally with…

The collaboration with Coinbase builds on Citi’s approach to creating payment solutions for its clients in an evolving 24/7 digital money landscape, including Citi® Token Services and 24/7 USD Clearing, which offer real-time, always-on services for its institutional clients.  Citi  and Coinbase  announced their intention to collaborate on digital asset payment capabilities for Citi’s institutional clients and explore additional global clients in the future, further solidifying both companies’ market leadership in payment solutions. The initial phase of their collaboration focuses on fiat pay-ins/pay-outs, supporting Coinbase’s on/off-ramps1 —the bridge between traditional fiat and digital asset ecosystems—along with payments orchestration. Additional details…

WhatsApp has started testing a companion app for the Apple Watch, reports WABetaInfo. This app allows Apple Watch users to view messages and media in their WhatsApp chat list, send new messages without waiting for a notification, and send message reactions using emojis. Additionally, users can send audio messages and dictate messages using voice input. However, it’s worth noting that the Apple Watch still needs to be connected to an iPhone with WhatsApp installed for users to do everything we mentioned above, because this app is a companion app rather than a standalone one. Even then, it’s a step in…

Well, this is awkward timing. Google Play now allows Android app developers in the US to use alternative billing systems besides Google Play Billing, following a court injunction from the Epic Games vs. Google legal battle. This means developers can offer users different payment methods for in-app purchases, subscriptions, and digital goods, including linking to external checkout pages and promoting deals outside the Play Store. The change took effect on October 29, 2025, and will last until November 1, 2027, when the court’s injunction expires. Google also no longer restricts developers from communicating pricing or payment options available outside the…

The launch represents a key milestone in the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, underscoring its commitment to digital inclusion, data protection, and citizen empowerment. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially unveiled the NIMC NINAuth Application, a groundbreaking digital innovation by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) that places data control directly in the hands of Nigerian citizens. The launch represents a key milestone in the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, underscoring its commitment to digital inclusion, data protection, and citizen empowerment. The NINAuth App is designed to give individuals full authority over their personal data linked to the National Identification…