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Google today unveiled the “Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First”, an initiative aimed at supporting African startups looking to use artificial intelligence to solve local challenges. This program recognises the transformative  role…

In a significant move towards promoting tech inclusivity, the Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with Google, has announced a pioneering initiative to train 5,000 women and girls in data science, artificial intelligence, and…

The Federal Government would support Google Incorporated in its effort to create one million digital employment in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu said on Friday in Abuja. "We are ready to work with you on your commitment to create…

Nigerians' access to the Google Play Store will now be made simpler thanks to a partnership between Google and Verve. The company announced that starting of Wednesday, Nigerians can now make purchases on the Google Play Store using…

Google today announced the expansion of Bard, its conversational AI service, to 40 new languages including Swahili- the first African language to be included and 59 new countries and territories. The expansion includes new features that…

Google for Startups (GfS) today announced the 25 African-based startups selected for this year’s $4million Black Founders Fund. The Black Founders Fund, now in its third year, aims to help tackle systemic racial inequality in venture…

People who used Google between October 2006 and September 2013 to do searches and click on search results may be eligible to receive a portion of the $23 million settlement Google has agreed to pay. According to the notice of…

Lounging on Labadi Beach, browsing the shops on Osu’s Oxford Street, ending the day with a meal in a local chop bar: This is Accra, Ghana’s bustling capital city. It’s also where, in 2018, Google opened its first AI research center in…

Google has announced the expansion of its Flood Hub platform to cover 80 countries worldwide, including the addition of 8 new countries in Africa. To date, 23 African countries are on the Flood Hub. This expansion comes as part of…

As Africa gears up for Africa Day, an event that marks the founding of the African Union and celebrates the continent's quest for unity, Google is unveiling a range of programs and activities to celebrate Africa's diverse cultural…

At the annual Google I/O developer conference, a wide array of cutting-edge technologies and updates were showcased, all aimed at enhancing user experiences across various platforms. Google emphasised its commitment to improving search…

Google has announced a new tool to help in assessing geographic access to emergency obstetric (EmOC) care. This is a broader effort to help decision-makers, governments, and public health organisations in Nigeria address the gaps in…

Google stated on Wednesday that it would soon begin putting a blue checkmark next to specific senders' names in Gmail to confirm their legitimacy. Companies that have opted-in to Gmail's current Brand Indicators for Message…

In celebration of Earth Day, Google has released data highlighting the top sustainability-related trends in Nigeria. The data showcases Nigerians' growing interest in environmental issues, as they search for answers to questions and learn…

Twitter chief executive Elon Musk plans to develop a new generative artificial intelligence platform to challenge Microsoft-backed OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard. The platform, which the billionaire calls TruthGPT, would become a…