AI

AI Alarmism Surges in Early 2026 as Risks and Pace Collide

AI generated Image Artificial intelligence entered 2026 under a cloud of rising alarm. The field has always moved in cycles of hype and fear. However, this year the concern feels sharper. Many industry leaders now argue that AI development is accelerating faster than expected, while safeguards struggle to keep pace. At major global forums, including…

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Data labers

Hidden Workers Behind AI: The Data Labelers’ World

Artificial intelligence may appear autonomous, but behind every smart system stands a human workforce. Data labelers, often called “ghost workers,” provide the essential labor that allows AI to interpret the world. Their contributions remain invisible to most users, yet without them, modern AI would not function. Across regions such as Kenya’s growing tech hub, often…

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education

Education Evolution: From Obsolete Skills to AI-Ready Classrooms

Education has always evolved alongside technology. When tools become more efficient than manual effort, schools shift focus. Skills once considered essential gradually lose priority. In the past, schools treated cursive writing and penmanship as core subjects. Clear handwriting signaled discipline and professionalism. Today, most communication happens on digital devices. As a result, typing skills matter…

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Hackers

Google Reports Surge in AI-Driven Cyberattacks by State Hackers

Artificial intelligence played a growing role in cybercrime during the final quarter of 2025. According to a new report from the Google Threat Intelligence Group, state-backed hackers increasingly used AI tools to improve reconnaissance, phishing campaigns, and malware development. The findings update earlier research released in November 2025 and show that malicious actors are integrating…

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Rwanda

Rwanda Government and Anthropic Sign AI Agreement

The Government of Rwanda and Anthropic have signed a three year Memorandum of Understanding to expand artificial intelligence across education, health and public sector systems nationwide. The agreement formalizes an ongoing collaboration and represents Anthropic’s first multi sector government MOU in Africa. AI Deployment in Health and Public Services Under the agreement, Anthropic will support…

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Macron

Macron India Visit Centers Africa AI Partnership

French President Emmanuel Macron began a state visit to India on February 17, placing artificial intelligence at the core of a growing strategic alliance. While defense discussions include potential Dassault Rafale agreements, AI cooperation carries broader long term implications for Africa. The visit sets the stage for the India AI Impact Summit on February 19,…

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