According to the latest Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA) study report, the success of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa hinges largely on the availability of local language data and addressing the AI skills gap. The report urges African countries to prioritize investment in domain-specific and local language data. It also recommends adopting participatory approaches […]
Iris Energy Limited has announced an increase in its power capacity at the Childress site in Texas from 600 megawatts (MW) to 750 MW. This expansion follows approval from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and an amended connection agreement with American Electric Power (AEP). Iris Energy Expands Texas Operations On Wednesday, Iris Energy […]
Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has fined Meta (formerly Facebook) $ 220 million for alleged data privacy violations. The investigation centered on Whatsapp LLC and Meta’s failure to allow users to consent to the gathering and use of their data. The FCCPC said it imposed the fine in accordance with the …
On Monday, Northern Data AG said it has resolved to increase its share capital by 20%, planning to raise €214 million ($ 233 million) through the issuance of new shares. The company aims to enhance its cloud platform and expand its data centers in Europe and the United States. Bitcoin Miner Northern Data AG …
The German government has sold its entire bitcoin holdings, according to data from crypto intelligence firm Arkham. “The German government is now out of bitcoin,” the firm wrote. This divestment began in June, with funds transferred to exchanges and institutional services. German Government Divests All Bitcoin Holdings The German government has sold all its bitcoin […]