Tag: Technology
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The Impact of Technology on Human Communication: Benefits and Risks
Technology has always been a driving force in human communication. From the invention of writing to the development of printing, telegraphy, radio, television, and the internet, each technological breakthrough has enabled new forms of expression, connection, and collaboration. But technology also has an impact on how we perceive ourselves and others, how we interact with…
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E-mobility in Africa must be expedited – Alp Tilev
Co-Founder and CTO of Ampersand, Alp Tilev, says the transition to e-mobility in Africa must be expedited. He shares more on why there is an opportunity to drive the adoption of electrically powered motorcycles that produce less pollution in Africa. Talking about the financial and environmental advantages of electric motorcycles for drivers and the environment.…
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5 ways you can make money with technology
Technology is one of the most dynamic and lucrative fields in the world today. If you have a passion for tech and want to turn it into a source of income, there are many ways you can do so. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most popular and profitable ways to…
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Usage Tips: How Does Technology Affect Your Health?
Technology surrounds us. From our laptops, tablets, and phones to behind-the-scenes technologies that contribute to the development of medicine, science, and education. Technologies are here to stay, but they are always being transformed and expanded. Every new technology has the potential to improve and simplify people’s lives. But in some cases, it can also negatively…
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Microsoft launches technical skill-enhancement program for university lecturers.
The Microsoft Africa Development Centre (ADC) and Microsoft Leap are delighted to launch an inaugural workshop intentionally designed for university lecturers, proficient in leading technology-focused courses. University lecturers will be provided with an opportunity to engage with fellow educators in skill enhancement modules and identify best practices to incorporate into their curriculum. The 12-week program,…
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ChatGPT – five useful ways you can use the AI chatbot
ChatGPT is a large language model trained by OpenAI. Its primary function is to assist with generating text(answers) based on the input(question) it receives. It does this by using natural language processing techniques to analyze the input and generate responses that are relevant and coherent. “I am not a physical entity, but rather a computer…
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The Beautiful link between Technology and Football
The men’s world Cup is an international soccer tournament contest by senior men’s national teams from various countries. It is one of the most popular international sporting competitions and over five billion people tune in to watch the tournament every four years. This year’s FIFA World Cup which started on the 20th of November 2022…
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The new Doogee S98 with Dual Screen and Night Vision set to launch on March 28th
The new S98 rugged phone was announced last month by DOOGEE. The company will launch the dual-screen rugged phone on March 28th on AliExpress and Doogemall (the company’s official shopping platform). Doogee S98 sports a unique dual-screen design. The display on the back is round like the one on the Huawei P50 pocket but comes…
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How technology could promote growth in 5 African countries
For several years now, Africa has been viewed as an upcoming growth market. According to experts, there are several reasons to back the optimism: the continent has the youngest population globally, a promising consumption market for decades to come, and the continent is increasingly mobile phone-enabled. A growing digital ecosystem becomes a crucial factor in…
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Uber to host Tech For Safety Summit 2020 on safety, technology, innovation in Africa
Uber is announcing the second edition of its Tech For Safety Summit for Sub-Saharan Africa. Scheduled to be held virtually on the 22 October 2020. The event will foster conversations around safety challenges and how technology can be used to build safer communities. Like last years’ Uber says the conversation will be around our daily…
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Partnerships in technology play critical role in Covid-19 crisis – Amrote Abdella, Microsoft 4Afrika
The current global crisis has highlighted several areas, from the need of efficient information management to the need of accurate data gathering for faster medical response. In looking at the role of technology during this period, one area that has stood apart in driving meaningful change is the role of partnerships. Where is the place…
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Using Mixed Reality and AI technology to power game changing experiences
Microsoft used its latest mixed reality capture technology to create an on stage human sized hologram. Well this isn’t new. What is new this time around is that the hologram from the demo below was speaking Japanese. A language Microsoft CVP, Azure Marketing doesn’t speak. Using mixed reality and Azure AI services Microsoft was able…