Artificial Intelligence

Africa confronts an avalanche of cyber-attacks

Check Point says African organisations are increasingly vulnerable to attacks, especially as they adopt hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Lezeth Khoza
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Gebeya joins Microsoft ISV Success, Start-up program for Azure

The Microsoft ISV Success program is aimed to help independent software vendors grow and scale their companies on Microsoft Azure.
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Yesterday

President Jinping pushes for global economy driven by innovation

The Chinese president said the G20 needs to improve global digital governance and develop a world economy characterised by innovation.
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Zimbabwe prepares to deploy AI-powered road safety system

The system uses AI to automatically detect and process traffic offenses, such as speeding and driving through red lights, without the need for human intervention.
1:10
30 Oct

Gebeya plans to train 50,000 NVIDIA certified developers

The initiative seeks to bridge the skills shortage in AI across Africa, addressing the pressing need for skilled professionals.
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Oct 22, 2024

Africa urged to take control of its AI sovereignty

A senior executive urged Africa contribute to global frameworks for AI development, rather than passively accepting frameworks developed by others.
2:20

UAE’s AI71 inks AI deal with Morocco

The North African country has partnered with a UAE-based firm to accelerate its digital transformation strategy, with artificial intelligence at the centre.
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Nigeria’s new AI body gets $1.5m support

The Nigeria AI Collective initiative has been created by government and is tasked with driving the country’s AI ambitions.
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Oct 3, 2024

Nigerian fintech Palmpay uses AI for increased fraud detection

The company says that the move will increase security and improve the fintech's ability to detect and combat fraudulent conduct in real time.
1:20

Nigeria engages Commonwealth to enhance AI skills

This AI training will improve technical skills and industry preparedness, supporting innovation across all sectors of the Nigerian economy, according to the government.
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Five ways AI can boost your data backups

It is time to recognise that AI can support your whole organisation, and not just in the ways that seem the most obvious.
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Sep 12, 2024

Nigeria partners Google to launch an AI fund

The partnership was unveiled this week at the U.S.-Nigeria Global Inclusivity and AI: Africa conference.