Samsung — technology manufacturer producing smartphones, televisions, and wearable devices, facing lawsuit from pop star Dua Lipa over unauthorized image use.
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 23 — Samsung has partnered with the Blue Ribbon Initiative as the official technology and wellness sponsor for the Father’s Day Wellness Run held at the Waterfront in Karen on June 21, 2026, in a bid to promote men’s health awareness and early prostate cancer …
… The centre, established through a partnership involving Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Samsung, Valitz and Starlink, will offer digital learning programmes and foreign language training aimed at enhancing the employability of young people both locally and internationally.Mwadi …
… South Korea is riding a chip boom driving massive earnings for tech giants Samsung and SK hynix, which had sent the Kospi to record highs in recent weeks. …
Dua Lipa sues Samsung in US over use of her likeness on TV box By AFP May 12, 2026 08:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Pop star Dua Lipa is suing Samsung over trademark infringement, all …
… That came on the back of an eye-watering surge by Samsung, which rocketed 14.4 percent to hit a market capitalisation above $1 trillion thanks to huge demand for its AI chips. …
According to GSMA's State of Connectivity 2026, smartphone manufacturers are increasingly adopting expensive high-speed memory chips like LPDDR5x to support AI operations and data centres, with costs partly passed on to consumers.
According to GSMA's State of Connectivity 2026, smartphone manufacturers are increasingly adopting expensive high-speed memory chips like LPDDR5x to support AI operations and data centres, with costs partly passed on to consumers.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 FE features a faster 3nm Exynos 2500 chip (30% CPU boost over last year's model) and shifts to a glossy finish with new colorways including Pistachio and Blueberry, while maintaining Gorilla Glass Victus+ and IP68 durability ratings.
Apple unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, at an event in Cupertino on Wednesday. The device combines smartphone portability with a larger tablet-like display, positioning itself seven years after Samsung pioneered the foldable category.
Apple is expected to unveil a foldable iPhone and other devices at its hardware event on Wednesday in Cupertino, marking the first major event under new CEO John Ternus, who took over from Tim Cook on September 1.
Chinese electronics company TCL sued Samsung in Los Angeles federal court, alleging that Samsung falsely marketed some M Model televisions as featuring Mini LED technology. Samsung denied the charges and said it intends to vigorously defend itself.
Bitcoin jumped nearly six percent to about $77,000 and global stocks recovered from recent losses on Friday as the US Treasury bought back bonds to push down borrowing costs and boost investor risk appetite. The rally was also supported by President Donald Trump urging lawmakers to pass crypto legislation.
Kenya's electronics manufacturers and retailers are expanding digital sales through mobile applications, WhatsApp, and social media as consumers increasingly research and purchase products online. The country's internet advertising market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 16 per cent through 2029, driven by mobile-first consumer behavior and improved digital payment and delivery infrastructure.
Jean Ojiro advanced through all rounds of the Miss Universe Kenya competition, ultimately winning the title. Judges highlighted her authenticity, humility, and willingness to learn as key factors in her selection to represent Kenya globally.
Oil prices extended gains after US forces launched fresh strikes on Iran in response to an attack on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about ongoing peace talks between the two countries.
KCA University has commissioned a Korean Language Centre at its Main Campus in Ruaraka, Nairobi, unveiled by Korea's Ambassador to Kenya. The centre aims to give graduates a competitive edge through Korean language proficiency paired with technical degrees, and provides access to scholarships, research grants, and corporate linkages with major South Korean companies.
Samsung partnered with the Blue Ribbon Initiative as technology sponsor for a Father's Day wellness run in Nairobi on June 21 to promote men's health awareness and early prostate cancer screening, with over 700 participants using Samsung Galaxy Watch devices to monitor health metrics.
The government has intensified efforts to equip young Kenyans with digital skills and global competencies. Great Lakes University of Kisumu launched a Regional Language and Cultural Centre through partnerships with Samsung, Valitz and Starlink, which will offer digital learning programmes and foreign language training to enhance youth employability.
Oil prices rallied and stock markets fell as talks stalled on ending the Middle East war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Rising crude futures pushed up government bond rates globally, including in Britain where political uncertainty also weighed on markets.
Pop star Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for trademark infringement, alleging the company illegally used her photo on television boxes to boost US sales. Samsung said the image came from a third-party content partner for Samsung TV Plus and that it has sought to resolve the matter with Lipa's team.
World oil prices dived on Wednesday and stock markets rallied after Washington reportedly moved closer to an agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the conflict. Brent North Sea crude dropped below $100 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate fell more than 12 percent before paring losses, while European equities gained as optimism about global energy markets drove a broad risk-on move.
ABSA Bank, DTB Bank and Premier Bank are offering contactless payment solutions integrated into wearable devices like smartwatches, rings and wristbands, which customers can tap on POS terminals. The banks have implemented security measures including transaction limits, PIN requirements, and real-time fraud detection to address risks from potential loss or theft.