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Australia bans YouTube, TikTok for under-16s, enforces strict age checks and heavy fines
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 30, 2025

YouTube had previously been exempted from the restriction, following a promise made in November last year by then-Communications Minister Michelle Row...

YouTube expands ‘test and compare’ tool with new title testing feature
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 19, 2025

Originally introduced in 2023 in limited testing, the 'test and compare' tool has been in high demand among creators, many of whom have relied on gues...

Big blow to AI creators as YouTube shuts off monetisation
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 17, 2025

While YouTube has always required content to be original in order to be eligible for monetisation, the new update sharpens the definition of what it c...

OpenAI to launch AI-powered browser, challenging Google Chrome with conversational web experience
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 13, 2025

Unlike traditional browsers that rely on search bars, tabs, and manual URL entry, OpenAI’s upcoming product will be built around a conversational inte...

YouTube to remove 'trending section', introduces new tools for enhanced user discovery
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 12, 2025

The decision, which will be effective later this month, comes as part of a broader initiative by the platform to modernise content discovery.

YouTube to raise minimum age for independent live streaming to 16
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 28, 2025

The platform says the update is intended to provide better protection for younger users who broadcast live content.

Politicians and influences named top sources of disinformation in Kenya - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 23, 2025

59 per cent of Kenyans believe influencers are responsible for spreading false or misleading information, well above the global average of 47 per cent...

No more Google Ads: YouTube unveils new features to help Kenyan creators boost global reach
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 14, 2025

Kenyan creators can now launch ad campaigns for their videos, whether full-length content or Shorts, straight from the playback screen or YouTube Stud...

YouTube shorts monetisation hits new milestone as creator earnings soar
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 20, 2025

This leap forward is being celebrated by digital creators worldwide, many of whom have long argued that short content deserves just as much financial...

YouTube TV app gets major redesign with dedicated Shorts, Top Channels features
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 08, 2025

With this new update, YouTube has made it easier for users to enjoy Shorts on their TV screens with a dedicated Shorts row in the Subscriptions tab, w...

YouTube tests affordable shared premium plan for two users
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 06, 2025

Currently, YouTube Premium offers a student discount in Kenya at Sh290/month, but a two-person plan could better suit those who want Premium features...

YouTube tests blurring thumbnails for sensitive content
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 02, 2025

Unlike Google's Safe Search, which filters out explicit content, YouTube's feature does not remove videos from search results, but it merely adds a pr...

Bien and Suldaan wow fans with 'Safari', a powerful blend of Swahili and Somali sounds
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 26, 2025

As the song continues to dominate streaming platforms, “Safari” is more than just a hit; it is a movement, symbolising the power of African unity and...

Google introduces new minimum requirements for Android phones and tablets
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 15, 2025

The move means any phone with less than 32GB of internal storage will no longer qualify for Google Mobile Services (GMS), the proprietary bundle of ap...

YouTube introduces new AI tool to help creators steer clear of copyrighted music
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 12, 2025

Currently, the feature is being rolled out gradually to select users in the US who are part of the YouTube Partner Programme while a global expansion...

Beginner’s guide: How to delete your Google search history
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 04, 2025

Though Google’s search history can be deleted, it is important to note that certain data, such as location history and YouTube activity, are separate...

YouTube tests adjustable audio quality—but there's a catch
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 23, 2025

According to reports, the new audio settings will likely be locked behind YouTube’s paid subscription service, YouTube Premium.

Instagram introducing dislike button – Here’s how it works
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 20, 2025

Instagram head Adam Mosseri said in a post on Threads that the company will not show a dislike count, and no one will know you disliked a comment.

Facebook, WhatsApp dominate Kenyan social media landscape - CA report
Bashir Mohammed  |  Mar 20, 2024

Following behind are YouTube and TikTok, securing the third and fourth positions, at 21 per cent and 17.8 per cent respectively.

Kenya is the only African country to offer video streaming via Spotify
Bashir Mohammed  |  Mar 15, 2024

Kenya stands out as the sole African nation among the 11 markets chosen for this pioneering rollout.

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