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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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NVIDIA Advances Humanoid Robotics with Isaac GR00T N1.5 AI Model and GR00T-Dreams Synthetic Data Generator

NVIDIA has announced updates to its robotics platform: Isaac GR00T N1.5, an advanced AI foundation model for humanoid robots, and GR00T-Dreams, a tool to generate synthetic robot training data, aiming to enhance robot perception and interaction in physical environments.

SDShiftpulse Digital

May 18, 2025

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NVIDIA Introduces NVLink Fusion Chip Design for Custom AI Data Center Hardware Development

NVIDIA has unveiled NVLink Fusion, a new reference chip design for its AI hardware partners. This technology provides ultra-fast GPU interconnects (up to 50 Gbps) and enables system builders to create semi-custom AI servers compatible with NVIDIA’s ecosystem.

SDShiftpulse Digital

May 18, 2025

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NVIDIA Unveils DGX Spark and DGX Station: Powerful New AI Supercomputers for Desktop and Workstation

NVIDIA announced two new AI supercomputers, the DGX Spark (desktop form factor, 1+ petaflop) and DGX Station (workstation with Grace Blackwell chips & H100 GPUs), designed for high-end AI research and demanding generative AI workloads.

SDShiftpulse Digital

May 18, 2025

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Kenya Ramps Up Support for Tech Startups Through Government and Private Sector Initiatives

Kenya is bolstering its tech startup ecosystem through a combination of government and private sector initiatives. Key efforts include the ICT Authority's Strategic Plan (2024-2027) with programs like Whitebox incubation, the World Bank-funded KDEAP, and high-level forums like the Connected Africa Summit. Discussions are also active on creating dedicated funding mechanisms, like a Fintech Growth Fund, and improving access to capital markets to address the "Series A crunch" and support startup scaling.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Spotlight on Kenya's Trailblazing Startups: Innovating Across Fintech, AgriTech, EduTech, and E-Mobility in 2025

Kenya's 2025 tech startup scene shines with innovators like M-KOPA (fintech/asset financing), KopoKopo (SME payments), Craydel (EduTech), Hisa (investment), Sukhiba & Shamba Pride (AgriTech), MYDAWA (HealthTech, $9.6M May funding), and Roam (E-Mobility, fastest-growing)

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Analyzing Kenya's Tech Startup Ecosystem: Strengths, Persistent Challenges, and Untapped Opportunities in 2025

Kenya's tech startup ecosystem, a top African investment hub with strong mobile money foundations and maturing startups, faces challenges like the "Series A crunch" funding gap, investor selectivity, and gender disparity in investment.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Kenya Forges Ahead with Ambitious Digital Infrastructure Rollout Under National Masterplan

Kenya is advancing its National Digital Masterplan with significant investments in digital infrastructure, including a 100,000km fibre network, 25,000 public Wi-Fi hotspots, and nationwide smart hubs. Key projects like the Digital Superhighway and the "digital and green" Usahihi Expressway, alongside targeted connectivity for sectors like the judiciary, underscore a comprehensive strategy to bridge the digital divide and modernize the nation.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Global Tech Giants Confirm Participation in Connected Africa Summit 2025, Signaling Strong Interest in Region

The Connected Africa Summit 2025 (May 26-29, Diani) has secured participation from global tech leaders like AWS, Google, Cisco, and HPE. This strong international presence highlights robust global interest in Africa's digital future, with Kenya positioned as a key hub for fostering partnerships, investment, and knowledge transfer across the continent.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Kenya Fortifies Cybersecurity Defenses Through Coordinated National Strategy and Industry Collaboration

With its deepening digital reliance, Kenya is prioritizing cybersecurity through a coordinated national strategy. The ICT Authority Bill 2024 aims to harmonize efforts, while the National AI Strategy underscores cybersecurity's role. Key events like the Africa CISO Summit 2025 and the upcoming Connected Africa Summit further highlight this focus, signaling a move towards a robust, centralized defense against evolving cyber threats.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Kenya Accelerates Cloud Adoption and Data Center Expansion as Critical National Infrastructure

Kenya is significantly ramping up its cloud computing capabilities and data center infrastructure, viewing them as critical national assets. Key developments include Safaricom's partnership with iXAfrica for an AI-ready data center, Raxio's IFC-backed expansion, and Huawei's ongoing cloud investments. Strategic conferences in May 2025 emphasized sustainable digital infrastructure and alignment with Vision 2030, highlighting a push towards a green digital hub.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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AI Revolution in Kenya: Rapid Adoption Across Sectors Tempered by Ethical Focus

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming Kenya, driven by the National AI Strategy (2025-2030) focusing on ethical and inclusive adoption. Government agencies like KEBS and KRA are implementing AI for efficiency, while the private sector, including healthtech MYDAWA and global players like Huawei and Google, integrate AI widely. A strong emphasis on AI education and ethical governance underpins this national digital shift.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025

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Safaricom partners with Quickmart on home internet

Safaricom has joined forces with Quickmart supermarkets to enhance the accessibility of its 4G and 5G home internet services across Kenya. Consumers can now purchase routers at Quickmart outlets and use a new QR-code system for easy activation, aiming to bridge the digital divide.

SOStreamline Official

May 17, 2025