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While much of the world still speaks of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a glimpse into the future, in African elections, that future has already arrived. From Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems (BVAS) in Nigeria to Whatsapp-based voter education chatbots developed by Kenya’s Electoral and Boundaries Commission, electoral management bodies (EMBs) across the continent are actively integrating […]

Builder.ai, a London-based startup promoted as making app development easier with AI, faces serious allegations of inflating revenue through questionable practices. Internal investigations, employee testimonies, and legal inquiries reveal a pattern of inflated sales, dubious discounts, and complex trading relationships, raising concerns among investors and regulatory bodies.

Major Tech Investments and AI Advancements Highlighted in Recent Reports

Recent developments showcase significant investments in AI infrastructure and groundbreaking applications in healthcare, with Amazon planning a $10 billion campus in North Carolina and Google advancing AI research for cancer treatment. Additionally, a BCG report emphasizes the accelerating maturity of global capability centers driven by AI technology.

AI and Robotics Lead the Future of Defense and Automotive Tech

Recent developments highlight the rapid advancements in AI and robotics across defense and automotive sectors. Palladyne AI’s finalist position in a national competition underscores AI’s evolving role in military maintenance, while Arm’s new CPU platform signals a shift toward AI-defined vehicles. Experts note these trends are transforming industries with faster adoption and global competition.

After working on it for months, my colleague Casey Crownhart and I finally saw our story on AI’s energy and emissions burden go live last week. The initial goal sounded simple: Calculate how much energy is used each time we interact with a chatbot, and then tally that up to understand why everyone from leaders […]

Inglewood city, school officials and stakeholders on Friday, May 30 cut ribbon on the new Code Next Inglewood technology and artificial intelligence education lab Hollywood Park in Inglewood on Friday, May 30, 2025. (Photo by Will Navarro, Hollywood Park) The centers expand access to technology education to youth in their own communities. Originally Published: June […]