Governments have long sought to automate services and advice through chatbots. Early chatbots were limited, but the recent advancements in generative AI have reignited the vision of more efficient public services. With human-like advisors available 24/7, these AI systems could handle inquiries about benefits, taxes, and more, offering sophisticated, human-like responses if trained on quality…
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Google's latest environmental report reveals a 48% surge in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 compared to 2019. This data underscores the pressing need to tackle the energy demands of its data centres, especially in the face of the burgeoning AI landscape. The tech giant has set a challenging target of achieving net zero emissions by…
Instagram ad-free subscription violation, The European Commission has announced that Meta's "pay or consent" advertising model on Instagram violates the Digital Markets Act (DMA). Under this model, users in the EU must either agree to receive personalized ads or pay €12.99 (£11) per month to opt out. The Commission's preliminary view is that this binary…
Webtoon Entertainment, the world's largest webcomic platform, has announced its market value at $2.67bn (£2.11bn) ahead of its US listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The company's shares are set to start trading on 27 June at $21 each, the top end of their marketed range. Owned by South Korean tech giant Naver, Webtoon has…
Paystack, a leading Nigerian fintech company, has extended its Virtual Terminal service to Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa. This move is a significant step in enhancing in-person payment processes across the continent. The Virtual Terminal enables merchants to create unique QR codes for employees like cashiers and sales agents. Customers can scan these…
In a momentous alliance, the Space Exploration & Research Agency (SERA) and Nigeria's National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) have united to pioneer the first Nigerian citizen's journey into space. This landmark partnership marks a significant stride in Nigeria's space exploration endeavours. It opens up new horizons for scientific research and technological advancements. SERA,…
Our mobile phones and the telecom networks they rely on are becoming more innovative. Recently, Apple announced its new AI-powered system, Apple Intelligence, which is set to enhance the functionality of its devices. This follows similar advancements by Samsung and Google. However, the rise of AI in phones increases data usage, putting pressure on mobile…
Nvidia has surpassed Microsoft and Apple to become the world's most valuable company, reaching a market cap of $3.34 trillion (£2.63 trillion) after its share price hit an all-time high. The stock closed at nearly $136, up 3.5%. This surge is driven by Nvidia's leadership in AI chip production, a crucial component in the tech…