DeepMind and Google have released a prototype artificial intelligence football manager in collaboration with Premier League club Liverpool. This shows how AI technology could change how sports teams make strategic decisions using AI inference. The new development is a big step towards using AI to improve performance and get an edge in professional sports. Read […]

The UK Government is giving some airports more time to install Security Technology. This could mean that tiny products will no longer be allowed. Those who don’t meet the new dates will be fined heavily. Launched in 2018, the improved scanners eliminate the need for passengers to remove prohibited items from their hand luggage, streamlining […]

Ghana Post released a set of “crypto stamps” on May 9 tied to non-fungible tokens (NFT stamps )to mark the 25th anniversary of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s rule.  This project combines traditional Ghanaian culture with cutting-edge blockchain technology to create a one-of-a-kind way to honour the King’s Silver Jubilee. Read also: Signboards app […]

Phelan Green Energy, a South African powerhouse in the renewable energy sector, is set to construct Peru’s inaugural green hydrogen plant—a venture that promises to revolutionise the nation’s energy landscape and propel it toward a sustainable future. With an audacious investment of approximately $2.5 billion, Phelan’s vision extends beyond mere infrastructure. It’s about harnessing the […]

Amazon has set its sights on South Africa, not merely as a market to conquer but as a platform to elevate local businesses and support the country’s economy. The launch of Amazon.co.za represents more than just an e-commerce expansion; it’s a strategic partnership that promises to transform the landscape for entrepreneurs and sellers nationwide. Amazon.co.za […]

Google has thrown open the doors for applications to the 8th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program.  This year’s focus is on startups leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to address the continent’s most pressing challenges and unlock unprecedented opportunities. The Program is a three-month, equity-free virtual […]

The president of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), Adesola Akinsanya, is encouraging Nigerians to make use of the .ng domain name, Nigeria’s country code top-level domain (ccTLD), as it is the nation’s vital resource in the digital space. Businesses can gain a strong sense of local identity by registering domains with the—ng extension, which […]

The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Ghana has recently approved SpaceX’s Starlink to operate within the country, thereby allowing the company to offer satellite broadband services to Ghanaian consumers. This decision marks a significant shift from the previous stance of the NCA towards Starlink and highlights the evolving landscape of telecommunications regulation in Ghana. The […]

In collaboration with Seerbit, the most prominent and reliable payment solutions provider in Africa, and GOMYCODE, the preeminent digital skills training organisation in Africa, the Google Developer Groups Lagos (GDGLagos) is pleased to announce a regional version of the worldwide #BuildWithAI hackathon. On Saturday, April 27th and Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, attendees will have the […]

A new Digital Identity platform, “SeyID,” will be delivered by WISeKey International Holding Ltd.  (“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY) is a holding company that operates as a cybersecurity, digital identity, and Internet of Things (IoT) innovator to the Government of Seychelles.  SeyID will be integrated with various national programmes focusing on eHealth, eTourism, and eGovernment. […]

Nvidia announced its acquisition of Run:ai, a startup specialising in Kubernetes-based workload management and orchestration software tailored for AI workloads.  This move signals Nvidia’s intent to strengthen its AI computing platform by integrating Run:ai’s capabilities to address the growing complexity of AI deployments across various environments. Through this acquisition, Nvidia aims to empower customers to […]

Google has pushed back its plan to stop using third-party cookies in Chrome until 2025, saying that it needs to give regulators more time. On Tuesday, before its Q1 2023 report, the company wrote about this on its blog. Google said it is still working on the plan with the ad industry and officials. For […]

In Nigeria, where the job market can be very tough, Google AI’s Gemini platform is a bright spot for people looking for work.  Gemini empowers people in their search for work opportunities by utilising artificial intelligence to provide creative solutions. Here comes Gemini, Google’s collaborative AI-powered tool that will change how you develop your job. […]