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Best Language Models for Pan-Africans: Empowering African Voices in AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) continue to advance, the importance of developing language models that cater specifically to the diverse languages and cultures across Africa has never been greater. Pan-Africans, who seek to unify and uplift the continent through shared identity and values, need AI tools that reflect and respect this…
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August 21, 2024
Artificial Intelligence Sparks Copper-Boom In Zambia

Zambia’s copper mining industry is on the brink of a major transformation thanks to groundbreaking AI technology that has uncovered massive new copper deposits. This discovery, led by KoBold Metals, could make Zambia a key player in the global surge for copper, vital for electric vehicles and renewable energy. With potential production to fuel millions…
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July 27, 2024
Shopify’s AI ‘Sidekick’ chatbot for merchants is now in early access / The company is announcing a bunch of AI-focused updates.

Shopify’s new AI “Sidekick” chatbot is officially launching in early access, the company said as part of its “Summer ‘24 Edition” updates announced on Monday. Sidekick, which the company first revealed last year, functions as a support chatbot for merchants, helping them do things like make discount codes, generate reports about your store, or suggest…
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June 26, 2024
African ministers adopt AI strategy to boost Africa’s development and inclusive growth

🌍 The Continental Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy offers direction to African nations on how to use AI to achieve Africa’s development goals and improve the welfare of its population, while also advocating for ethical practices, mitigating possible dangers, and capitalizing on possibilities, the African Union stated. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for Africa to prioritize…
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June 19, 2024