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,…
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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…
McDonald's is discontinuing its AI-powered ordering technology in US drive-throughs after numerous customer complaints and viral videos of amusing errors. Developed by IBM and launched in 2019, the AI system used voice recognition to process orders but often needed to be more accurate, leading to mistakes like bacon-topped ice cream and enormous chicken nugget orders.…
From animal lovers to laboratory technicians, no one enjoys subjecting animals to scientific testing. This practice ensures that drugs and other substances are safe for human use. Researchers have long sought alternatives to animal testing, and now, artificial intelligence (AI) systems are accelerating this effort. Leveraging AI to Minimize Animal Testing One promising application of…
Elon Musk's Tesla pay deal, which could reach a staggering $56 billion (£44 billion) based on the company's share price, has garnered shareholder support. This amount, equivalent to 75% of the projected spending for schools in England for 2024-25 (£60 billion) and approximately a quarter of the NHS budget (£192 billion), underscores the significant financial…
Apple is poised to revolutionize its Siri voice assistant and operating systems with the integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT, a move that could potentially catapult it to the forefront of the competitive AI landscape. At Monday's annual developers' conference, Apple introduced the Siri upgrade and other new features, marking a significant step in its AI journey.…
Microsoft is revolutionizing developer communities across the region with a wave of new product launches and feature updates. These advancements are not just about creating and delivering the next generation of differentiated Artificial Intelligence (AI) experiences, but also about empowering you, the developer, to shape the future of AI. Azure AI Services Microsoft’s Azure AI…