Major technology companies including Meta, TikTok and X are at odds with the United Kingdom’s communications regulator, Ofcom, over new and stricter requirements governing the information they must provide.
The Norwegian government has announced plans to introduce legislation that would temporarily ban the use of AI-powered smart glasses in certain public places, amid concerns that the devices could be used to photograph, record video or capture audio of people without their knowledge.
Eight private-sector companies supported through the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship have showcased technology designed to improve teaching and learning in Rwanda, including robots that help students learn, digital learning platforms and artificial intelligence tools that assist teachers in marking examinations.
United States President Donald Trump has announced the creation of a task force to coordinate and oversee the government’s activities related to artificial intelligence technology known as “Super Intelligence.”
KABISA, a Rwandan company that sells and leases electric vehicles, has started testing the use of solar power at its electric vehicle charging stations as part of a plan to source 50% of the electricity used at its stations from solar energy.
Rwanda has reduced maternal deaths by 30% over the past two years by using digital health systems that help healthcare providers identify pregnant women at high risk of complications early and take appropriate action.
Nkundimana Augustin, founder of Agric AI, a Rwandan company developing artificial intelligence (AI) technology for agriculture, has explained how the innovation could help modernize farming, particularly by enabling farmers to identify crop problems early and find appropriate solutions.
Rwanda’s satellite teleport, operated by the Rwanda Space Agency (RSA), has added a new antenna for receiving data from satellites in space, expanding the country’s existing satellite communication infrastructure.
A UK government-backed study has raised concerns about the ability of advanced AI systems to carry out cyber attacks without clear permission.
Rwanda is using international discussions in New York to promote practical uses of artificial intelligence in sectors such as healthcare and agriculture.
