Dickson Otieno is the founder of Techish, a tech-focused publication based in Nairobi, Kenya. With a passion for technology and its impact on the local community, Dickson covers a wide range of topics including mobile technology, internet services, app development, and emerging trends in the tech industry.
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Dickson Otieno focuses primarily on technology, mobile payments, smartphone reviews, and telecom within the Kenyan context. His articles often feature press releases from private sector companies and government announcements related to these topics.
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By: Dickson Otieno
Kenyan banks commit KES 450 billion over three years to support MSMEs, boosting access to affordable financing and growth.
X, the social media platform correctly known as Twitter, is preparing to roll out a controversial update to its block feature, and users are already up in arms. The changes, driven by Elon Musk’s vision, will allow blocked users to still view public posts, although they will be restricted from engaging (liking, replying, reposting, etc.). While this might seem like a technical tweak, it reflects a deeper shift in how X (Twitter) is being reshaped under Musk’s leadership, raising serious concerns about user safety, app store compliance, and the future of the platform itself.
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has introduced new regulations aimed at improving the integrity and tax compliance of mobile devices in the country. The regulations, which will take effect on January 1, 2025, will require local assemblers, importers, retailers, wholesalers, and mobile network operators to ensure that all mobile devices in the market are tax compliant. This move is seen as part of the government’s effort to curb the influx of illegal, counterfeit, and tax-evading phones, while boosting tax revenue and protecting consumers.
By: Dickson Otieno
Infinix's ZERO Flip brings foldable technology to Kenya at KES 86,000, offering dual displays, advanced cameras, and competitive features, making it accessible.
Netflix has unveiled a new feature, Moments, designed to enhance how users interact with their favorite scenes on mobile. Launching initially on iOS and with Android support coming soon, Moments allows subscribers to bookmark specific scenes, replay them, and share them across social media platforms. The feature marks a significant shift in Netflix’s approach to user engagement, opening up fresh ways for fans to share the most memorable parts of their favorite shows and movies directly from their mobile devices.
By: Dickson Otieno
Apple Intelligence debuts with iOS 18.1, offering privacy-focused AI tools across writing, photos, and Siri, with more features arriving soon.
By: Dickson Otieno
Safaricom denies *Daily Nation* claims of allowing police unrestricted access to customer data, countering allegations of privacy violations and data misuse.
By: Dickson Otieno
POCO re-enters Kenya, launching the high-performance M6 Pro and versatile C75, offering affordable mid-range smartphones with strong features and design.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a new public notice mandating that importers, travelers, and local mobile device manufacturers declare the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of all devices entering or being assembled within Kenya. This requirement, effective January 1, 2025, applies to anyone bringing in mobile devices, including tourists and expatriates, and aims to strengthen tax compliance and reduce the influx of counterfeit devices in the Kenyan market.
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