Google on Thursday unveiled the first cohort for its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First’ program. The 11 startups, picked from a vast pool of innovative talent, are using cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence to address both Africa’s challenges and broader global issues. The transformative power of AI in Africa is highlighted by a McKinsey report which suggests that AI could add $1.3 trillion to Africa’s GDP by 2030.
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Google on Thursday announced the opening of applications for the Hustle Academy SMB Fund, a ₦75 million equity-free fund dedicated to amplifying the ambitions of Nigerian Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). This initiative, offering ₦5 million to 15 Nigerian small business owners, cements Google’s unwavering commitment to cultivating entrepreneurial growth in Nigeria.
To mark its 25 birthday, Google is celebrating on its site with a new Google Doodle, where it put “25” in place of the two O’s to spell G25gle
A multinational technology company, Google, on Wednesday announced new updates to Bard, its experimental, conversational, Artificial Intelligence chat service.
New search trends released by Google show that search interest in AI has reached an all time high in Nigeria. The trends show that people have searched for AI more than ever in 2023 so far, with interest rising 310% since last year, and by 1,660% in the last five years.
And the reality is that Search is never a solved problem. Old challenges evolve and new challenges are constantly popping up — because the internet and the world are always changing.
Google today announced that Alex Okosi, currently Managing Director for YouTube in EMEA Emerging Markets, will take on the role of Managing Director for Google in Africa.
Head, Startup Ecosystem, Africa, Folarin Aiyegbusi, said in a statement Tuesday that this program recognises the transformative role that AI is playing across the world, innovating industries and reimagining the realms of possibilities.
Google, through its philanthropic arm Google.org, has announced a N1.2 billion grant to “Mind the Gap”, launching an initiative that aims to equip 20,000 Nigerian women and youth with vital digital skills.
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has commended Google’s N1.2 billion grant initiative for the President Bola Tinubu administration’s one million jobs initiative.
The Communication and Public Relations Manager, West Africa, Google, Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, said this on Friday.
Peter, through his lawyer, Emmanuel Ekpenyong of Fred-Young & Evans LP, filed the suit before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of a Federal High Court, Abuja.
So, I had to accept the reality: Prof. Lai Oso is dead! Our irreplaceable leader, mentor, and pillar of support is gone!
One of the most prominent African women in tech and an instrumental leader in Google’s regional growth, Dr. Juliet Ehimuan, has announced her departure from the company.
To date, 23 African countries are on the Flood Hub, with the latest announcement coming on Monday via a statement.
Nigerians are showing a strong desire to understand environmental terms and concepts, such as global warming and climate change.
Ramadan is a holy month that is observed by Muslims all around the world. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and community. With the help of Google and YouTube, celebrating Ramadan has become even easier and more enjoyable. From Lagos to Nairobi, Accra to Johannesburg, Africans can access a wealth of information and resources to make the most of this special time. Here are 6 ways that Google and YouTube can help you celebrate Ramadan in Africa:
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The tech titans posted earnings as shares in Meta skyrocketed a day after it reported better results than expected and signalled spending and job cuts.
The portal will provide a platform for Nigerians to search and discover trending interests related to the election.