BMW will deploy Figure’s humanoid robot at South Carolina plant
Figure today announced a “commercial agreement” that will bring its first humanoid robot to a BMW manufacturing facility in South Carolina. The Spartanburg plant is BMW’s only in the United States. As of 2019, the 8 million-square-foot campus boasted the highest yield among the German manufacturer’s factories anywhere in the
Read moreThe Role of AI in Primary Education in South Africa
AI is here to stay and is disrupting every industry, from accounting to interior design and, of course, education. Angela Schaerer, Digital Transformation Manager at Curro Holdings, JSE-listed South African independent school provider, provides her insights on the future of AI in Education and what that might look like for
Read moreHow can parents safeguard kids from growing online threats?
The start of the new school year marks an exciting phase for kids but could also signal the first step into a minefield of online risks. Doros Hadjizenonos, Regional Director at cybersecurity specialists Fortinet, warns that young children, tweens, and teens face growing threats from online predators, scammers, fraudsters, and
Read moreHashtag Trending Jan.18- Google Search quality declining?; Samsung taking on Apple by integrating AI; The end of self checkout
Google Search quality may be getting worse. Samsung partners with Google to embrace AI after its move to number the number 2 spot in the smartphone market. Sam Altman says that we might be uncomfortable with new AI developments, self-checkout may be on its way out. And it turns out
Read moreHow does cybersecurity contribute to national security in the digital age?
In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is vital for protecting and maintaining the foundational elements of our society, including national security, digital privacy, individuals’ protection, business resiliency, and digital trust. Cybersecurity as a Condition of National Security The vitality of today’s societies and national economies depends on secure cyberspace. Cyberwar, cyber
Read moreMimecast Announces New CEO
Mimecast Limited, a leading email and collaboration security firm, has named Marc Van Zadelhoff CEO. The current CEO, Peter Bauer, will transition to a key collaboration role on the Board. Marc will officially assume the CEO position on Monday, January 22nd. Bauer will continue as an active advisor. Van Zadelhoff,
Read moreExness Invites South African Students to Enroll for Fintech Scholarship Program
Multi-asset broker Exness is now accepting applications for its Fintech Scholarships program from exceptional South African students. This marks the second consecutive year of the program’s operation in our country, underlying Exness’ ongoing dedication to supporting education in STEM fields in South Africa. Exness Fintech Scholarships is designed to create
Read moreInsurtech Getsafe acquires a student loan platform to meet its future clients upstream
This is Getsafe's second acquisition in a few months, after it nabbed the German portfolio of ailing French insurtech company Luko. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read moreSundar Pichai warns Google staff more layoffs are coming
After laying off over 1,000 workers across divisions last week and cutting 100 jobs at YouTube, Google CEO Sundar Pichai sent a memo to its staff warning more layoffs are expected this year. Pichai’s memo said the company will have to make “tough choices” to meet its ambitious goals, as
Read moreAstrobotic’s lunar lander will burn up in Earth’s atmosphere tomorrow
Astrobotic’s lunar lander will be reentering Earth’s atmosphere over a remote part of the South Pacific Ocean tomorrow afternoon, bringing to a close the failed moon landing mission. The Peregrine lunar lander is expected to reenter around 4PM EST over an unpopulated stretch of ocean near Fiji, according to coordinates
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