IP analysis platform PatSnap launches CoPilot, its new AI assistant
Founded in 2007 to help IP and R&D professionals do their jobs more efficiently, Singapore-based PatSnap‘s first product was a global patent search database. Now it’s building out its suite of AI products with the launch of its AI assistant CoPilot. CoPilot lets users search patent and non-patent literature more
Read MoreGoogle says Russian espionage crew behind new malware campaign
Google researchers say they have evidence that a notorious Russian-linked hacking group — tracked as “Cold River” — is evolving its tactics beyond phishing to target victims with data-stealing malware. Cold River, also known as “Callisto Group” and “Star Blizzard,” is known for conducting long-running espionage campaigns against NATO countries,
Read MoreWhen is a function of two variables separable?
Given a function f(x, y), how can you tell whether f can be factored into the product of a function g(x) of x alone and a function h(y) of y alone? Depending on how an expression for f is written, it may or may not be obvious whether f(x, y) can be
Read MoreUkheshe International Expands Reach with EFT Corporation Deal
In a significant move for the African fintech ecosystem, Ukheshe International has acquired EFT Corporation Limited (EFT Corp) from Loita Transaction Services (LXS). Following the 2022 acquisition of Masterpass in South Africa and a funding partnership with Development Partners International (DPI) in 2023, this acquisition marks a milestone in innovation
Read MoreStaking technology provider Kiln raises $17 million in rare crypto funding round
2023 hasn’t been the best year for crypto companies. According to PitchBook data, VC investments in crypto companies are down by 68% in 2023 compared to 2022. To be fair, crypto companies still raised $9.5 billion. But that’s a small number compared to 2022, the year during which crypto companies
Read MoreHow can teachers embrace and integrate AI in education effectively?
Navigating the evolving landscape of education, educators acknowledge both the challenges and opportunities posed by AI. While AI complicates plagiarism detection, it also opens doors for efficient teaching and student engagement. Renasha Papiah of Acer Africa emphasizes educators adopting AI on their terms, recommending six services: 1. My Grammarly –
Read MoreFarm-ng makes modular robots for a broad range of agricultural work
Agriculture is poised to be one of the next great robotics categories. Everyone needs to eat, and much of what we eat in this part of the world comes from large farms. Farm work is tough on the body and requires long hours in sometimes extreme environments. It can also
Read More5 Smartphone Trends to Watch For in 2024
Innovation in the world of mobile technology doesn’t stand still, with advances like artificial intelligence (AI) enabled virtual assistants, augmented reality, digital wallets and cloud-based apps transforming how we live and work over the past few years. Here are some the key trends that are poised to shape smartphones throughout
Read MoreMIT Africa Program and AXIAN Telecom Join Forces for Youth Empowerment
AXIAN Telecom announces its partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Africa Program’s initiative in Ivory Coast, emphasizing its commitment to fostering education and empowering African youth. AXIAN Telecom is funding the MIT Africa IMO program, aligning with its goal to promote STEM education and contribute to Africa’s growth.
Read MoreBMW 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
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