Every few months I put together a guide on which AI system to use. Since I last wrote my guide, however, there has been a subtle but important shift in how the major AI products work. Increasingly, it isn’t about the best model, it is about the best overall system for most people. The good…
OpenAI has launched a new benchmark, GDPval, designed to measure how well AI models perform against human experts across major industries. The test is part of OpenAI’s long-term mission to track progress toward artificial general intelligence (AGI), which would enable AI to handle economically valuable work at a human or higher level. According to the…
PayPal Holdings Inc. and Google’s parent company Alphabet Inc. have announced a multiyear partnership to bring artificial intelligence (AI) into digital payments. The deal, revealed on Wednesday, aims to transform how people shop and pay online. Under the agreement, PayPal’s checkout services will be built into key Google platforms, including Google Cloud, Google Ads, and…
AI-generated music, paintings, and literature are sparking heated debates in creative industries. Some artists embrace the technology as a tool, while others see it as a threat. “AI is like a new paintbrush,” said James Lee, a digital artist. “It doesn’t replace creativity, it expands it.” But musicians and writers fear their originality is at…
As AI technology spreads across industries, governments are stepping up efforts to regulate its use. The European Union is leading with its “AI Act,” which sets strict rules on transparency, data privacy, and ethical use. African nations are also joining the conversation. Rwanda, Kenya, and Nigeria have launched national strategies to ensure AI innovation supports…
Businesses worldwide are racing to integrate AI into their operations. From predicting consumer demand to optimizing logistics, AI-driven analytics are now central to corporate strategy. “AI gives us insights we could never achieve with human analysis alone,” said John Miller, CEO of a U.S.-based retail company. “It helps us reduce costs, save time, and serve…
A new AI-powered medical tool is raising hopes for millions of patients worldwide. Scientists at a leading research institute announced that their system can detect certain cancers at an early stage with over 90% accuracy. The system works by scanning medical images and cross-checking them with patient records in seconds. “Early detection means higher survival…
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a central tool in classrooms around the world. AI-driven tutoring platforms now provide personalized lessons, adapting to each student’s pace and learning style. Teachers say these systems are helping close learning gaps. “I can track every student’s progress instantly,” explained Sarah Johnson, a high school teacher in London. “It allows…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the fastest-growing technologies in the world, and Rwanda is not being left behind. From education and business to healthcare and media, AI is helping people accomplish tasks faster, more efficiently, and with greater impact. AI in Education Several schools in Rwanda have begun integrating AI-powered tools to support teaching…
Perplexity AI, a fast-growing artificial intelligence company, has made an unexpected $34.5 billion offer to buy Google’s Chrome browser. The proposal comes as U.S. regulators consider forcing Google to sell Chrome over antitrust concerns. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has recommended that Google sell Chrome to address last year’s ruling that the tech giant…
