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What Is SALT Blockchain-Based Lending? SALT stands for Secured Automated Lending Technology. It is a platform that allows users to borrow money by using their cryptocurrency as collateral instead of traditional assets like property or stocks. Launched in 2016 by a group of Bitcoin supporters, SALT was designed to offer a flexible loan option to crypto investors. It allows them to unlock the value of their digital currencies without selling them. This article explains how SALT works, its features, benefits, and the potential risks involved. Key Highlights How SALT Lending Works To access SALT’s lending services, a user needs to…

Bitcoin has long been the frontrunner in the cryptocurrency space. As the first digital currency built on a decentralized peer-to-peer network, Bitcoin has paved the way for thousands of other digital assets. It has become the gold standard of cryptocurrencies, not only in market value but also in public recognition and influence. However, Bitcoin is not the only important cryptocurrency out there. There are several other digital currencies—known as altcoins—that have gained significant traction over the years. These alternatives to Bitcoin have introduced new technologies, use cases, and innovations that continue to shape the crypto world. Below, we explore 10…

In today’s digital world, borrowing money through cryptocurrency platforms is growing fast. But one big challenge remains — how to know if someone is trustworthy enough to repay a loan. This is where Decentralized Identity (DID) comes in. By using DID for credit scoring, crypto loan platforms can evaluate borrowers without needing traditional banks or centralized credit bureaus. What Is Decentralized Identity (DID)? Decentralized Identity (DID) is a way for individuals to own and control their personal information using blockchain technology. Instead of your identity being stored on a central server — like a government database or a bank —…

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a significant increase in fuel prices for the period running from July 15 to August 14, 2025. This latest adjustment affects the prices of Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene, which have all gone up sharply. According to EPRA’s latest fuel price review, Super Petrol will now cost Ksh186.31 per litre after a rise of Ksh8.99. Diesel will be sold at Ksh171.58 per litre, reflecting an increase of Ksh8.67. Meanwhile, kerosene users will pay Ksh156.58 per litre, following a rise of Ksh9.65. The revised prices take effect starting Monday, July 15, and…

Nine Firms Announce Auctions for Vehicles, Motorcycles, and Goats in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Mombasa Nine different companies operating across Nairobi, Kiambu, and Mombasa counties have officially announced that they will be holding public auctions within the next 30 days. The auctions will include a wide variety of items such as vehicles, motorcycles, livestock, and machinery. In a gazette notice published on July 11, Fortune Auctioneers stated that they plan to auction a Toyota Corolla bearing a Ugandan registration plate. The car is currently located at Twigen Garage Centre along the Northern Bypass Njatha-ini Road in Nairobi County. This auction will…

The family of Hussein Abdirahman Mohamed, a missing Assistant County Commissioner, has filed a case in court demanding the government reveal his whereabouts—either dead or alive. Hussein, who also served as the Manager at Huduma Centre in Wajir, was last seen on Tuesday, July 8. Following his sudden disappearance, his family moved swiftly to file a legal petition. The family is now seeking court orders to compel the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, to either present Hussein in person or provide a truthful and verifiable explanation regarding his whereabouts. According to legal documents seen by Newshub.co.ke, Hussein’s family filed…

IPOA Denies Clearing DIG Lagat in Death of Blogger Albert Ojwang, Says Probe Still Ongoing The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has firmly denied claims that it has cleared Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police Eliud Lagat in connection with the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody last month. In a strongly worded statement released on Monday, IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan stated that the investigation into Ojwang’s death is still ongoing. He dismissed the reports suggesting that Lagat had been exonerated as false and misleading. Hassan emphasized that no one has been…

South Korea to Send Researchers to Study Kenyan Youths The Kenyan government has announced that a team of researchers from South Korea’s Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) will soon be visiting the country to carry out a study focused on Kenyan youth. In a statement released on Monday, July 14, the State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy revealed that the survey aims to help both Kenya and South Korea create effective strategies and policies to tackle the challenges young people in Kenya are facing. The research will cover various aspects of young people’s lives, including their social…

Police Responds to Allegations Over Julie Njoki’s Death in Custody The National Police Service (NPS) has officially addressed growing concerns and media reports suggesting that Julie Njoki died as a result of police brutality while in custody. In a public statement issued on the afternoon of Monday, July 14, the NPS responded to an article published by The Standard newspaper. The story, which appeared on page 4 of the newspaper, seemed to imply that police officers may have played a role in the death of Njoki through the use of excessive force. “The attention of the National Police Service (NPS)…

Uhuru Recalls Private Talks With Late Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has shared heartfelt memories of his personal conversations with Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to Uhuru, these discussions greatly influenced his views on Pan-Africanism and how African nations can work together to achieve better governance across the continent. Speaking on Monday, July 14, as leaders from around the world joined in mourning Buhari’s death, Uhuru described the Nigerian statesman as a leader who carried the weight of public service with humility, deep commitment, and strong values. “President Buhari was more than just…