Africa: Google to Invest m for Connectivity Across African Universities

Africa: Google to Invest $9m for Connectivity Across African Universities

Emma Okonji Google has announced a new set of investments in Africa, reaffirming its nearly two-decade commitment to the continent’s digital transformation. The latest commitments focus on empowering Africa’s next generation through Artificial Intelligence (AI), unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. They cover internet connectivity; youth-led learning and innovation; and…

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Google backs SA with new cable hub and funding

Google backs SA with new cable hub and funding

Google has announced a set of new investments aimed at strengthening Africa’s digital infrastructure, with South Africa a key focus. Alex Okosi, MD for Google in Africa | image supplied The company will establish four subsea cable connectivity hubs across the continen, in the north, south, east and west – to create new digital corridors…

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Google doubles down on connectivity efforts for Africa

Google doubles down on connectivity efforts for Africa

Google plans to expand connectivity, as well as increase product access and skills across Africa. US-based internet search giant Google today announced a new subsea cable connectivity hub in SA, as part of a new set of investments in Africa. This, says Google, builds on its long-term $1 billion investment commitment for the African continent….

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Rolling Stone owner sues Google over AI Overviews

Rolling Stone owner sues Google over AI Overviews

The owner of Rolling Stone, Billboard and Variety sued Google on Friday, alleging the technology giant’s AI summaries use its journalism without consent and reduce traffic to its websites. The lawsuit by Penske Media in federal court in Washington, DC marks the first time a major US publisher has taken Alphabet-owned Google to court over…

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Google Photos adds video AI generation with Veo 3

Google Photos adds video AI generation with Veo 3

Google is bringing new AI video generation capabilities to Google Photos with the integration of its Veo 3 software. This new feature allows users in the U.S. to transform static images into four-second videos. Users can find the new options—”Subtle movements” and “I’m feeling lucky”—under the Create tab in Google Photos. Read: Study finds signs…

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