A new study from Stanford University reveals that an AI agent named ARTEMIS successfully outperformed professional human hackers in a controlled cybersecurity test—at a dramatically lower cost. Over a 16-hour test run, ARTEMIS scanned Stanford’s public and private computer science networks, identifying vulnerabilities across nearly 8,000 connected devices, including servers, desktops, and smart systems. In…
Meta is under scrutiny following reports that its AI chatbots may have engaged in "sensual" and "romantic" conversations with children. The controversy emerged after Reuters obtained a leaked internal document titled "GenAI: Content Risk Standards." Alarming Allegations Spark Outrage U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Missouri) announced a formal investigation on August 15 after reviewing the leaked…
Rolls-Royce could soon become the UK's most valuable company, thanks to its bold strategy of powering artificial intelligence (AI) with small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). CEO Tufan Erginbilgic believes the firm is well-positioned to dominate this emerging trillion-dollar market. From Jet Engines to Nuclear Innovation Best known for powering aircraft like the Boeing 787 and…
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly advances, the global job market is entering a phase of profound transformation. According to Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder and tech visionary, only three job sectors will likely remain resilient in the face of rising automation: energy, biological sciences, and AI system programming. Gates' forecast isn't just a prediction—it's a call…
A Paradigm Shift in AI One evening in Shenzhen, a team of software engineers sat in a dimly lit co-working space, eyes fixed on their screens. The room buzzed with the hum of servers and the glow of high-resolution monitors as they tested Manus—a revolutionary AI system designed to operate independently. Its March 6 launch…
As the global economy evolves, new opportunities emerge for businesses to thrive. In 2025, technological advancements, shifting consumer preferences, and sustainability efforts will shape the business landscape. Here are the top 10 business ideas to explode in 2025, offering immense growth potential for forward-thinking entrepreneurs. 1. AI-Driven Customer Service Platforms With businesses focusing on enhancing…
The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2024 took centre stage on 13 November 2024 at the picturesque Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town. This annual celebration honoured groundbreaking technological achievements, innovative projects, and visionary leaders transforming Africa's tech landscape. Led by Ciara McDonald Heffernan, Senior Conference Producer, the event brought together industry leaders and innovators,…
After facing criticism over privacy concerns, Microsoft has made significant changes to a new AI-powered tool. Initially set to launch with regular activity screenshots, experts labelled the tool a potential "privacy nightmare" when it was first unveiled in May 2024. Following the backlash, the tech giant postponed its release and plans to relaunch it in…
A musician from North Carolina, Michael Smith, has been charged with using artificial intelligence (AI) and thousands of bots to manipulate music streaming platforms and fraudulently earn millions in royalties. This case marks the first of its kind, as prosecutors allege that Smith generated AI-created songs, artificially used bots to inflate streaming numbers, and collected…
Klarna, the buy now, pay later company, plans to significantly reduce its workforce through efficiencies gained from artificial intelligence (AI). After cutting its staff from 5,000 to 3,800 over the past year, Klarna aims to reduce its staff further 2,000 by leveraging AI in marketing and customer service. CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski highlighted that these job…
