The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation is in the process of developing a comprehensive policy document to regulate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the country. A draft is currently ready and waiting to be tabled before cabinet for consideration and suggestions. When completed, the policy is expected to ensure better conditions for the …
Shares of Redmond, Washington-based Microsoft rose 1.5%, giving it a market valuation of US$2.888-trillion as its early lead in the race to make money from generative artificial intelligence helped draw investors. Apple was 0.3% lower with a market capitalisation of $2.887-trillion — the first time since 2021 that its valuation has fallen below that of …
Microsoft displaces Apple as the world’s most valuable company. Read More »
The Tunisian Space Association (TUNSA) operates with a mission to advance the utilisation of space technology for bolstering Tunisia’s economic, social, and environmental progress while promoting and enhancing the nation’s scientific and technological prowess. As a non-profit entity, TUNSA is a collaborative platform for diverse individuals and organisations interested in space endeavours, including scientists, engineers, …
NSA and European Partners Secure EUR 1.057 Million Grant from the EU for UDENE project. Read More »
Google and Samsung have announced at CES 2024 they had combined their file sharing programmes into a single platform enabling users to exchange pictures and files across the Android ecosystem seamlessly. This represents the joining of forces between Google and Samsung on the Android platform to combat Apple’s AirDrop. In a blog, Google explained deployment …
Google, Samsung merge Android file sharing to combat Apple’s AirDrop. Read More »
Starlink is in the process of appointing a Sub-Saharan Africa representative, who will have a number of responsibilities including obtaining a license in Ghana and South Africa where the use of Starlink was recently declared illegal. Nigeria was the country in Africa where Starlink’s services was launched, but in a job ad, Starlink said its …
Starlink makes moves to obtain license in Ghana. Read More »
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest innovation in automotive technology at the CES 2024 electronics trade fair. The German automaker introduced the ‘Dialogue Partner’ voice assistant, designed to offer context-based suggestions and engage in meaningful conversations with users. This development marks a significant advancement in the integration of artificial intelligence within vehicles, demonstrating the ongoing evolution …
Mercedes Launches ‘Dialogue Partner’ Voice Assistant at CES 2024. Read More »
Microsoft on Thursday said keyboards on upcoming Windows PCs will feature a Copilot key for having text conversations with the software maker’s virtual assistant. It’s one of the most prominent additions to the Windows keyboard since the 1994 introduction of the Windows key for viewing the Start menu. Copilot in Windows taps artificial intelligence models …
Microsoft says a Copilot key is coming to keyboards on Windows PCs starting this month. Read More »
Apple has finally agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the Cupertino-based tech giant of knowingly letting scammers keep money stolen from iTunes gift cards. The case was filed in a federal court in San Jose, California, with the complainant claiming that people lost ‘hundreds of millions of dollars’. According to CPTGroup, a US-based company …
Apple settles lawsuit over iTunes gift card scam for $1.8 million. Read More »
U.S. automaker Tesla (TSLA.O) sold 94,139 China-made electric vehicles (EVs) in December, a 68.7% increase from a year earlier, China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) data showed on Wednesday. Deliveries of China-made Model 3 and Model Y vehicles were up 14.2% from November. Chinese rival BYD (002594.SZ), with its Dynasty and Ocean lineup of EVs and …
Tesla delivers record Q4 cars, but China’s BYD steals top EV spot. Read More »
The Zambian government recently unveiled an ambitious plan to establish Community Digital Transformation Centers (CDTCs) across the country. These hubs aim to enhance Zambia’s digital ecosystem while empowering citizens through free internet access, digital skills training, and online service delivery. The Science and Technology Minister announced the initiative, highlighting how CDTCs can create jobs and …
Bridging Zambia’s Digital Divide Through Community Transformation Hubs. Read More »
