Author: Akin Naphtal

The Inclement Weather Decision Support App is a collaborative effort between the U.S. military and US Ignite, utilizing real-time weather and transportation data to influence decisions related to military base operations. At a Colorado military base, comprehensive weather data is integrated with traffic and other information to enhance the execution of operations during adverse weather conditions Named the Inclement Weather Decision Support App, the project’s objective is to harness smart city technology for the military, determining the most valuable data streams and how they can be collected and utilized. Natalie Myers, the project manager at the Engineer Research and Development…

Norway’s data protection agency announced its decision to prohibit Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, from utilizing users’ personal data for targeted advertising. Failure to comply with the ban could result in a daily fine of $100,000. European authorities have been closely monitoring the business practices of prominent US tech companies due to privacy concerns, leading to significant penalties being imposed in recent times. According to Datatilsynet, the Norwegian watchdog, Meta utilizes user information, including location, liked content, and posts, for marketing objectives. READ ALSO: Meta Introduces CM3leon, a Versatile Text-to-Image and Image-to-Text Generation Tool The Norwegian Data Protection…

Google’s conversational AI service, Bard, has been expanded to encompass 40 additional languages, with Swahili being the first African language included. This expansion covers 59 new countries and territories, making Bard available in most parts of the world and in widely spoken languages. The update also introduces enhanced customization features, fostering creativity and productivity for users. Dorothy Ooko, Head of Communications and Public Affairs, SSA, Google, emphasized that Bard’s global availability aims to democratize knowledge, encouraging users to explore their curiosity, expand their imagination, and bring their ideas to life. The company introduced several new features for Bard, its conversational…

Chinese-owned video streaming app TikTok says it will offer text-only posts as competition between social media giants heats up. The platform says the new feature gives users “another way to express themselves”. Earlier this month, TikTok launched a new music streaming service to rival platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. And on Monday, Elon Musk’s Twitter ditched its famous blue bird logo and switched to a black and white X. TikTok users will now be offered three options on the app – whether to post photos, videos or text. They will also be able to customise posts by adding sound, location…

A pair of rare Apple trainers are being sold by auction house Sotheby’s for $50,000 (£38,969). The shoes were custom-made for employees only in the 1990s and were a one-time giveaway at a conference. A pair have never been sold to the public before. Featuring a predominately white leather upper, “a standout detail” is the old rainbow Apple logo on both the tongue and next to the laces and will be “highly coveted”, said Sotheby’s. The retailer described them as “one of the most obscure in existence”, highlighting the rarity of the sneakers and their value on the resale market.…

Offers a 10 Year warranty on Direct Drive Motor on all Front Load Washing Machines LG Electronics, a renowned leader in home appliances, is thrilled to unveil its latest innovation in laundry technology. The all-new LG Washing Machine sets a new benchmark in clothes performance, providing unmatched cleaning results while ensuring optimal care for garments of all types. The LG Washing Machine is designed to deliver outstanding performance, efficiency, and convenience, revolutionizing the way we do laundry. With advanced features and cutting-edge technology, this washing machine guarantees exceptional cleaning power, gentle fabric care, and user-friendly operation. Ultimate Washing with LG…

Microsoft has introduced Bing Chat Enterprise, an AI-powered chatbot experience tailored for businesses recently during the held Inspire Conference. This version ensures data privacy and governance controls, safeguarding chat data from being saved or accessed by Microsoft. Customer data is not utilized to train the AI models, providing managed access to valuable AI tools while maintaining data protection. Similar to Bing Chat, Bing Chat Enterprise can answer queries using text, graphs, charts, and images, making it a useful tool for employees to gather information, create messaging, and analyze data without compromising sensitive information. The preview of Bing Chat Enterprise is…

Nigeria’s Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposes a voluntary Cyber Trust Mark program to introduce cybersecurity labels for IoT devices and other consumer products. This program aims to help consumers identify and select products that meet specific cybersecurity criteria, reducing the risk of cyber attacks. Participating companies can display a distinctive shield logo on their products that adhere to cybersecurity standards, such as strong default passwords, data protection, software updates, and incident detection capabilities outlined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The proposal includes plans for QR codes, enabling consumers to access a national registry of certified devices…

Threads, the new app from Meta has begun delivering a series of updates to refine and enhance the micro blogging site, with the first significant update unveiled by Cameron Roth, a developer on the Threads team, earlier this week. Threads experienced a remarkable debut with a staggering number of users signing up in its initial release. While user engagement is said to have declined, the Meta team behind Threads understands that cultivating a dedicated user base will take time. The latest iOS update introduces exciting new features to Threads. These include post translations for foreign languages and a follows tab,…

Dell Technologies has highlighted a 600% increase in cyberattacks in Africa over the past two years. According to their report titled ‘Keep Your Business Cyber Safe,’ 90% of businesses on the continent lack necessary cybersecurity protocols. Annually, cybercrime leads to a loss of $4 billion in Africa. The report also reveals that 52% of African companies feel unprepared to handle large-scale cyberattacks, with 88% of data breaches resulting from employee mistakes. Notably, a cybersecurity attack occurs every 11 seconds in the region. In 2020, ransomware impacted 61% of companies. Dell, together with CWG and Mistumi, presented the report during the…