Technology
Technology news from Kenya, Africa and the world. Mobile money and fintech, artificial intelligence, start-ups, telecoms, cybersecurity and the digital services that shape everyday life.
TBD and Africa Bitcoin Conference Team Up For Groundbreaking Hackathon in Nairobi
NAIROBI, Kenya- TBD, a subsidiary of Block, has just announced the launch of the TBD Hackathon, a dynamic competition set to shake up the...
Mawingu Expands Internet Services to Bondo, Siaya County
NAIROBI, Kenya- In a significant push to bridge the digital divide, rural internet service provider Mawingu has announced the availability of its network in...
Elon Musk’s X Sues Major Companies Over Alleged Advertising Boycott
NAIROBI, Kenya- Elon Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), has launched a lawsuit against several major corporations. The lawsuit claims that these...
Meta Introduces New Monetization Features for Kenyan Content Creators
NAIROBI, Kenya- In an exciting development for Kenya's vibrant creative industry, Meta has announced two new monetization features for Facebook that will enable content...
Instagram Blocked in Turkey Amid Dispute Over Hamas-Related Content
NAIROBI, Kenya- Instagram has been inaccessible in Turkey since Friday morning, sparking significant concern and confusion. According to Netblocks, an organization specializing in tracking internet...
The Scoop- Walls Have Ears
The Scoop by Y News is a one-page online magazine that takes you straight into Kenya's corridors of power. Each edition delivers sharp, thrilling stories – secrets, deals, and behind-the-scenes intrigues shaping the nation. Designed for the fast reader, The Scoop is made to be consumed in a glance and shared in a click.




