It’s 2025. In a Lagos market, a grocery seller uses an app to predict next week’s prices based on weather patterns and demand spikes to determine inventory levels. A nurse in rural Malawi spots a malaria outbreak weeks early by cross-referencing rainfall data with mobile clinic reports. These aren’t some sort of distant utopia—these are…
It’s March 2025, a small organic farm in Vermont just doubled its profits. Thanks to an AI tool that predicted a surge in demand for heirloom tomatoes after analyzing TikTok food trends, and a looming drought in California. A Tokyo hospital hasn’t had a single patient readmitted for heart failure this quarter because its algorithms…
Two new artificial intelligence (AI) models that can manipulate robots to carry out a variety of tasks in real-world settings were introduced by Google DeepMind on Thursday. These sophisticated vision language models, known as Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics-ER (embodied reasoning), are able to act and exhibit spatial intelligence. The IT behemoth from Mountain View…
Only 12% of organisations feel ready for agentic AI workflows, despite significant investments, underscoring critical data and infrastructure challenges Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics and artificial intelligence, today announced findings from an IDC survey exploring the challenges and opportunities in adopting advanced AI technologies. The study highlights a significant gap…
According to a person involved in the program, The Information revealed on Friday that Microsoft is creating its own artificial intelligence reasoning models to compete with OpenAI and may offer them to developers. According to the report, the Redmond, Washington-based business, which is a significant supporter of OpenAI, has started experimenting with models from xAI,…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a present-day catalyst transforming businesses worldwide. For Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Africa, AI offers a unique opportunity to leapfrog traditional barriers and drive growth. By embracing AI, African MSMEs can increase their productivity, reach new markets, and experience unimaginable growth. For instance,…
A study peek of the GPT-4.5 artificial intelligence (AI) model was made public by OpenAI on Thursday. The GPT-4o model’s successor offers enhancements in coding, reasoning, and natural communications. The AI business referred to it as “our largest and best model for chat yet,” emphasizing that it was used to scale up both pre- and…
One million Nigerians will receive artificial intelligence (AI) training thanks to a $1 million donation from Microsoft. The program, which was introduced Wednesday during the Microsoft AI Tour in Lagos, is in line with Nigeria’s National AI Strategy and intends to improve worker preparedness and the digital economy. The Microsoft AI Tour is a global…
Microsoft claims that using generative AI in the workplace may affect workers’ capacity for critical thought. Concerns regarding the effects of generative AI on our minds have been raised by researchers at Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University who polled 319 knowledge workers in an effort to understand how the technology affects the workplace. Researchers pointed…
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become embedded in the systems that power organisations, industries, and people’s daily lives. Generative AI (GenAI), in particular, is reshaping how organisations operate. In doing so, the technology is driving efficiencies and unlocking new opportunities. With this potential comes significant risk. Without comprehensive AI governance in place, organisations may struggle with…
Africa is on the threshold of a technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) reshaping global industries and economies. For local businesses, preparing for the complexities of AI demands is no longer optional but instead has become a necessity, and a robust, scalable data centre infrastructure is the foundation upon which Africa…
Africa is on the threshold of a technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) reshaping global industries and economies. For local businesses, preparing for the complexities of AI demands is no longer optional but instead has become a necessity, and a robust, scalable data centre infrastructure is the foundation upon which Africa…
The GSMA Innovation Fund is providing customized venture-building assistance and grants of up to GBP250,000 (US$310,000) to businesses that are utilizing AI and cutting-edge technologies to bring about revolutionary change. Small and emerging businesses in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs) in Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific are the focus of the GSMA Innovation Fund…
On Wednesday, Microsoft made its Azure AI Foundry and GitHub compatible with the recently published DeepSeek-R1 artificial intelligence (AI) model. These platforms now provide access to the reasoning-focused AI model. The software behemoth from Redmond also emphasized that it has carried out thorough safety assessments to guarantee that the model is secure for personal and…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer for big businesses or corporations. Today, small businesses can tap into AI to gain a competitive edge, boost efficiency, and enhance customer experience. But there’s a catch—many AI solutions are expensive, complicated, and require serious computing power that most small businesses simply don’t have, making it difficult for them…
DeepSeek, a Chinese company, announced on Monday that it will temporarily ban registrations due to a hack, after the company’s AI assistant’s growing popularity. Earlier in the day, the startup’s website experienced difficulties when its AI assistant became the highest-rated free software on Apple’s software Store in the US. According to its status page, the…
The last few weeks in the AI ecosystem have been nothing short of exciting, as China and the United States continue to compete fiercely for AI domination. If you haven’t heard, a new Chinese startup has released a large language model (LLM) that competes, if not outperforms, the top-tier models from OpenAI, Meta, Anthropic, and…
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, organisations worldwide face escalating challenges when protecting against sophisticated AI-powered attacks. Despite understanding the severity of the threat, businesses are struggling to keep pace with the rapid evolution of cybercrime. Barriers such as skill shortages, lack of AI-powered tools, and the complexity of managing advanced cybersecurity infrastructures…
An undeniable reality of living in the 21st century is that we are increasingly being confronted with changing weather patterns. In densely populated communities, which are common in developing nations as people look for economic opportunities, unforeseen natural phenomena such as flooding can be massively destructive. From extreme heat and severe thunderstorms, to the reality of rising…
In a time where data drives decision making and innovation, the journey of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed from a technical concept to a cornerstone of modern business strategies. And today, we’ve reached the point in the evolution of data’s ‘AI-dentity’ that demands careful navigation to ensure that organisations are able to unlock real business…
The need for resilience in an evolving financial landscape has never been more important. Economic pressures and digitalisation are reshaping the financial services industry. Technological advancements, such as those resulting from the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), are providing enterprises with more effective tools to discover insights from ever-expanding and complex…
Google.org’s Accelerator Program for Generative AI. Nonprofits, civic organizations, educational institutions, and social entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the Generative AI Accelerator through this international open call. Criteria Make sure your project can show the following before applying: FeasibilityIs the proposed generative AI solution grounded in research, data, and/or a proven track record? Does…
Qlik’s market intelligence team highlights how Authenticity, Value-Driven AI, and Autonomous Agents will drive business potential in 2025, with Qlik’s AI Council reflecting on their market impact Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI), has shared its outlook for the trends that will shape the future of AI…
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines programmed to think, learn, and perform tasks typically requiring human cognitive functions. These tasks include problem-solving, decision-making, language understanding, vision, and more. In other words, Artificial Intelligence is the development of computer systems capable of performing tasks that would normally require human…
Thanks to the availability of advanced technology, financial crimes are becoming more sophisticated and complex. From trade-based money laundering and human trafficking to GenAI-enhanced scams, the scale of financial crime today is unprecedented. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI), when used responsibly and ethically, can revolutionise the fight against these financial crimes. Of course, AI is not…
Thanks to the availability of advanced technology, financial crimes are becoming more sophisticated and complex. From trade-based money laundering and human trafficking to GenAI-enhanced scams, the scale of financial crime today is unprecedented. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI), when used responsibly and ethically, can revolutionise the fight against these financial crimes. Of course, AI is not…
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) promises to deliver a giant leap forward in productivity, efficiency and waste reduction. For most, adoption is not a question of if, but when. In a BT sponsored survey conducted by Dell Technologies in 2023, 76% of IT leaders said they believe GenAI will be significant or transformative for their organisations. Businesses are…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how companies across industry sectors and geographies govern data. This means that updating data governance frameworks to reflect AI integration is critical for business success and adherence to regulatory requirements. With AI becoming intertwined with data-driven processes, ensuring rigorous standards when it comes to data quality, ethical usage, and privacy…
Innovation in powering and cooling AI racks, management of energy consumption and emissions all to be a focus in new year AI continues to reshape the data centre industry, a reality reflected in the projected 2025 data centre trends from Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions. Vertiv experts anticipate increased…
With a variety of features and capabilities that many users hardly utilize, ChatGPT is an extraordinarily potent platform. Its memory is one of its most noticeable, yet mostly obscured, characteristics. As you use the app, ChatGPT can recall brief bits of personal information about you. These recollections can occasionally be humorous (such as remembering that…