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Ex-DeepMind researcher warns AI could "kill us all

Ex-DeepMind researcher warns AI could "kill us all

A former Google DeepMind researcher has warned that artificial intelligence could “kill us all”, saying there may be little time left to prevent such an outcome as advanced AI development accelerates. The post Ex-Google DeepMind researc

Via Nairametrics1 min read
Africa Boosts Space Budgets to Secure Role in Global Space Race

Africa Boosts Space Budgets to Secure Role in Global Space Race

[RFI] African states invest around $500 million in space programmes annually, a figure expected to reach around $40 billion by 2030. With a number of initiatives already in place, the continent is seeking a seat at the table when it comes t

Via AllAfrica News1 min read
8th FDC Summit Kicks Off Next Week With Global Tech Leaders

8th FDC Summit Kicks Off Next Week With Global Tech Leaders

The eighth edition of the FDC Summit is set to take place from September 22 to 24 under the auspices of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry of Industry, and the Cabinet’s Information and Decision Suppor

Via Daily News Egypt Economy1 min read
TikTok Removes Over 500,000 Videos in Morocco in Q1 2026

TikTok Removes Over 500,000 Videos in Morocco in Q1 2026

TikTok has deleted 530,652 videos in Morocco during the first quarter of 2026. These videos were removed for violating Community Guidelines of the social media platform, according to a TikTok report showing the platform’s efforts made to

Via North Africa Post1 min read
Africa Looks to Riyadh for LEAP 2026

Africa Looks to Riyadh for LEAP 2026

In barely five years, Saudi Arabia's LEAP has grown from a new technology conference into one of the world's largest gatherings of technology companies, investors and policymakers. For Africa, the significance of what is happening in Riyadh

Via African Business Magazine1 min read