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Autoplay brings Africa’s first AI-generated opera to the Baxter Theatre
In a groundbreaking endeavour set to transform the landscape of performance art, Africa’s first AI-generated opera, titled autoplay, will take centre stage at the Flipside in Baxter Theatre from 26 to 29 March 2025.
Courses of the 21st century shaping the future at South African universities
In an ever-changing global landscape, universities play a crucial role in shaping the future by offering programs that not only meet the demands of today’s job market but also equip students with the skills to navigate tomorrow’s challenges.
World’s first digital human cabin crew debuts on social media
Unveiled during ITB Berlin 2024 to great acclaim, Sama represents Qatar Airways’ commitment to blending innovation with emotional engagement.
Meet Generation Beta: what to expect from those born between 2025 and 2039
Explore the characteristics of Generation Beta and how they will shape the future of parenting and technology.
The future of healthcare: innovations shaping the sector in 2025
The intersection of technology and patient-centred strategies heralds a transformative era for healthcare, ensuring it becomes more affordable, accessible, and responsive to individual needs by 2025.
AI revolutionises the telecom sector: transforms networks and unlocks new revenue streams
This shift opens up new revenue streams, positioning telecom operators as key players in the digital economy.
FlySafair embraces AI to enhance customer experience and streamline operations
Discover how FlySafair is using artificial intelligence to streamline operations and enhance the travel experience for its customers, significantly reducing booking times and automating key processes.
Trump Presidency: what’s in it for Elon Musk and tech
Explore the potential effects of a Trump presidency on Elon Musk's ventures in AI, electric vehicles and online content moderation.
South Africa's controversial guidelines on heritable human genome editing
The recent update to South Africa’s health-research ethics guidelines on heritable human genome editing has ignited passionate debates about ethics, legality and the future of genetic modification.
AI platform transforms TB detection across nations
Discover how the AI-driven Epi-Control platform is enhancing tuberculosis detection in Africa, providing healthcare workers with vital insights to combat the disease.
Revisiting neglected histories: the lost narratives of Africa and China
Explore the often-overlooked historical ties between Africa and China, as we delve into the legacy of Admiral Zheng He and the importance of inclusive education in understanding our shared past.
A teen’s love affair with an AI chatbot named after a popular GoT character ends in tragedy
This is the tragic and deeply stirring story of a young boy's emotional bond with an AI chatbot, and a mother’s search for accountability following her son’s heart-wrenching decision to end his life.
AI and biometrics take hassle and shuffle out of air travel
AI-powered facial recognition is evolving travel to a state of paperless, hassle-free passage
READ: President Cyril Ramaphosa's speech during BRICS Summit Open Plenary
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a speech during the BRICS Summit Open Plenary Session, at the 16th BRICS Heads of State Summit, in Russia.
Chatbot lays down the law for research
WITH Africa known to be burdened more frequently with infectious diseases, a University of KwaZulu-Natal academic has played a leading role in developing an artificial intelligence tool to minimise bureaucracy hindering scientific research.
Empowering township entrepreneurs in the 4IR: a digital marketplace revolution
As the world embraces the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), the need for township-based entrepreneurs to adapt and harness digital tools becomes even more essential.
Google faces privacy inquiry into AI data
The probe will look into the “development of its foundational AI model”, the DPC said in a statement.
Capacity building is the key to bridging an all-inclusive AI development gap
The call for capacity building on AI provides yet another opportunity for China and Africa to work together, writes Professor Felix Dakora.
AI-generated assignments could cross line
The issue of students using AI tools to complete assignments and passing it off as their own work is problematic.
Strong fiscal policies needed to mitigate AI generated job losses, says IMF
To mitigate the negative effects of generative AI, governments should consider putting in place new measures to raise additional revenue and support people who lose their jobs
Get Ready: Honor Prepares Launch of the Honor 200 Lite with AI Experiences
The first to debut in the Honor 200 Series range, this all-new smartphone introduces remarkable AI capabilities with Magic Portal.
AI could soon make life much easier for the oil and gas industries
A century-old industry is hoping that generative artificial intelligence will make producing petroleum more efficient and easier on its workforce.
Apple partners with OpenAI as it unveils ‘Apple Intelligence’
Apple on Monday unveiled “Apple Intelligence,” that is expected to take the experience of products “to new heights,” chief executive Tim Cook said.
South African youth cannot go an hour without smartphones, says survey
92 percent feel they could not go more than 24 hours without having their mobile device close by, revealed the survey.
WESLEY. INTEL: The world needs tech leaders now
The world is facing numerous challenges and leaders are trying to solve them.