The Communications Authority has reported an earlier breach in the e-government sector, but it did not reveal which agency was affected, how attackers gained access, or whether data was stolen. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/26/keny…

Safaricom has launched Family Share, a Home Fibre plan that bundles home internet with mobile data and voice minutes for up to 5 family members under one bill. Prices start at KES 3,749 for 40 Mbps. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/26/safa…

DStv Kenya is introducing four new packages in November, with prices ranging from KES 750 to KES 7,300 a month. The new lineup brings LaLiga to the entry-level tier and cuts the cost of Premier League coverage by KES 1,200. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/26/dstv…

Kenya detected 2.7 billion cyber threat events between July and September 2026, a 14.45% increase from the previous quarter. System attacks accounted for 95% of the total reported threats. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/26/keny… techweez.com/2026/10/26/keny…

Meta has been ordered to pay $25 billion to New Mexico over claims it misled Facebook users about how their personal data was handled. The case stems from the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/21/meta…

BioWare, the studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, is shutting down after more than 30 years, with EA also ending early development on the next Mass Effect game. The closure comes as EA cuts around 400 jobs, including about 50 at BioWare.

Bose has acquired Skullcandy, adding the popular headphone and earbuds brand to its premium audio business. It will remain a separate brand, while the deal gives Bose a way to reach younger consumers and expand the reach of its noise cancellation and spatial audio technologies.

Apple Music has unveiled a new visual identity featuring a redesigned logo,updated wordmark, and a new sound made by British producer Fred Again and Nest Acoustics.The rebrand uses liquid visuals shaped by sound, with the new look expected to roll out across platforms this week.

Authorities have arrested 27 people in Ghana and Nigeria in a coordinated crackdown on online investment scams. Binance says the operation identified more than $11 million in potentially freezeable funds. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/21/bina…

Two critical PHP vulnerabilities rated 9.2 out of 10 could let hackers run malicious code on servers without logging in, putting millions of websites, including WordPress sites, at risk. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/21/php-…

Cassava Technologies is expanding its Nvidia-powered AI services in Africa, giving businesses access to AI models and computing infrastructure without building everything themselves. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/21/cass…

JustWatch is moving beyond helping people find where to watch movies and TV shows to streaming content itself. Its new service, JustWatch TV, will feature older films and indie titles, let users request content, and offer a lifetime ad-free subscription for $49.99.

Eva Ngigi Sarwari, the Finserve Africa managing director, who joined Equity Group in 2025 and took over Finserve in April 2026, has died aged 45 while traveling in China. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/20/eva-…

WhatsApp is testing sound stickers on Android, letting users add up to 10 seconds of audio to custom stickers made from images. The app is also experimenting with sticker outlines removal and a redesigned chat box.

Meta has revised its website crawling terms after concerns that content from business websites could be used to train its AI models. The change removes the word “train,” but leaves questions about how the company handles website scraping and site owners’ preferences.

Elon Musk says he plans to give every child in the United States a SpaceX share in 2027, with each share valued at around $146. However, he has yet to explain how the giveaway would work or who would qualify.

Nintendo Switch games are now booting on the Xbox Series X through an emulator believed to be based on Eden. However, the early footage shows only a few games launching, with performance and compatibility still unconfirmed. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/19/nint…

Apple could bring new Macs and an OLED iPad mini to stores as early as November 6,following a reported overnight retail store reset. The expected lineup includes redesigned MacBook Pro models with OLED touchscreens and M6 chips,although Apple has yet to confirm the launch plans.

Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has accused the national government of switching off AfyaKE, the county’s hospital management system, as facilities move to Taifa Care, but the Ministry of Health has denied any involvement. Read more ⏬ techweez.com/2026/10/15/mura…

The Motorists Association of Kenya has threatened peaceful protests over rising fuel prices, demanding an independent review of EPRA’s latest adjustments and a full audit of the government-to-government fuel import deal.