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Netflix layoffs: Key executives depart as company restructures
What happened In a notable shift within Netflix’s executive team, Chief Communications Officer Rachel Whetstone and Global Public Policy Vice President Dean Garfield are departing the streaming giant. This move comes amid ongoing Netflix layoffs, highlighting the company’s…
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UMG’s partnership with KLAY raises questions over AI in music
What happened In the latest move toward integrating artificial intelligence into the music world, Universal Music Group (UMG) announced a partnership with a new AI company called KLAY. This partnership, described as “pioneering,” aims to establish an “ethical foundation” for…
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Microsoft to launch a brand new autonomous AI agent in November
What happened Starting in November, customers can create AI agents to handle daily tasks with little human help. Microsoft calls these agents “apps for an AI-driven world.” They can answer customer questions, find sales leads, and manage inventory. Customers will use Copilot…
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NRO invites public feedback on crucial updates to ICP-2
What happened The Number Resource Organization (NRO) has announced an open call for feedback from the global Internet community regarding a key update to the Internet Coordination Policy-2 (ICP-2). This policy, which governs the process for recognizing new Regional Internet…
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Wolfspeed receive $750 million government funding, serving national security
What happen Wolfspeed, an American company that develops and produces wide-band gap semiconductors. The company specializes in chipmaking using silicon carbide and gallium nitride materials, and devices for radio frequency and power applications. In 2022, Wolfspeed announced…
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SEC acts against Mango Markets for unregistered token sales
OUR TAKEMango Markets is being targeted by the SEC again. This time, it’s for selling digital asset tokens without registration, which were classified as securities. Even Mango Labs and Blockworks Foundation have been penalised for failing to register as brokers. This situation…
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What are configuration management tools?
Configuration management tools are essential to modern IT operations, automating the deployment and maintenance of software and hardware across networks. These tools ensure consistency, reduce errors and maintain compliance in fast-paced IT environments. As technology…
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Zuckerberg talks symbolic investment in eyewear partner
Zuckerberg’s emphasis on a symbolic investment reflects a strategic approach to strengthen Meta’s ties with EssilorLuxottica.
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OpenAI to remove non-profit control and give Sam Altman equity
OpenAI is transitioning to a for-profit benefit corporation, with CEO Sam Altman set to receive equity in the new structure.
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Meta will not immediately join EU’s AI Pact ahead of new law
Meta Platforms has opted not to join the EU’s voluntary AI Pact immediately, choosing instead to concentrate on compliance with the upcoming AI Act set to take effect in 2026.
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HTTPS protocol: The foundation of secure web browsing
What is HTTPS? HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP, the protocol used by web browsers to communicate with websites. The “S” in HTTPS stands for “Secure,” and the primary function of the protocol is to encrypt data sent between a user’s browser and a website’s server. This…
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HTTP vs HTTPS: Understanding the key differences
What is HTTP? HTTP, which stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, is the foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web. It is responsible for facilitating the transfer of information between the user’s browser and a website’s server. HTTP operates as a request-response…
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CEDESURK: Advancing higher education documentation in DRC
CEDESURK, established in 2001, fosters scientific documentation and training, supporting 50 higher education institutions in the DRC.
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MPTEN drives Guinea’s digital growth with expanded internet access and tech innovation
MPTEN is leading Guinea’s digital transformation by expanding infrastructure, fostering innovation, and enhancing governance to drive economic growth and improve connectivity across the country. Through its initiatives, the ministry is positioning Guinea as a key player in the…
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Adobe to launch generative AI video creation tool later this year
OUR TAKEAdobe’s introduction of the Firefly Video Model signals a significant leap in AI-driven video creation. By allowing users to generate video clips from text and image prompts, Adobe is positioning itself as a major player in the AI video tool market. This new tool promises…
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3 types of IT infrastructure
As businesses increasingly rely on technology to drive operations, the need for robust, scalable, and efficient IT infrastructure has become critical. IT infrastructure forms the foundation of an organisation’s technology environment, supporting its operations, communication, and…
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WACREN upgrades infrastructure to support regional education
WACREN infrastructure gets facelift With support from the AfricaConnect3 project (co-funded by the European Commission), WACREN has upgraded its digital infrastructure to enhance connectivity and advanced services for national research and education networks (NRENs) and their…
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APNIC58 closing ceremony: A summary
Each year, the APNIC community has the chance to come together for policy development, decision-making, education, information sharing, and networking – both professional and social – at APNIC conferences. AI and automation—The core of future technology Several conference…
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SIA: Leading Sudan’s digital transformation
Origins and mission Founded in recent years, the SIA emerged to tackle the challenges facing Sudan’s internet landscape. Historically, the country has faced issues with internet censorship and infrastructure deficiencies. The association was established to advocate for internet…
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Elon Musk says he ‘can’t wait’ for a job in the Trump administration
In an interview livestreamed on X, Trump signaled his willingness to offer Musk a “government efficiency” role in his administration.