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A Case for Inclusive AI from Africa
1 week, 1 day ago

A Case for Inclusive AI from Africa

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 17, 2024 18:02 IST - 4 MINS READ Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionise how we live today. Realising this new technology’s full potential, though, requires addressing several challenges causing significant barriers and imbalances across many parts of the world. Ushahidi, a global non-profit organisation, has been focused on surfacing community-generated data to drive impact across various …

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The EU AI Act: Implications and lessons for India
6 months, 3 weeks ago

The EU AI Act: Implications and lessons for India

Hindustan Times  

In March 2024, the European Parliament approved the EU AI Act, a pioneering piece of legislation designed to establish the world's first comprehensive regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence. International companies operating within the EU or marketing AI technologies to EU consumers will need to comply with the Act's requirements, leading to significant operational changes, increased compliance costs, and potential restructuring …

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The majority of fossil fuel companies produce more emissions after Paris Agreement than before: report
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The majority of fossil fuel companies produce more emissions after Paris Agreement than before: report

ABC  

In short: Just 57 companies are responsible for 80 per cent of the world's greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report released by UK-based think tank InfluenceMap. Just 57 companies are responsible for 80 per cent of the world's greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report released by UK-based think tank InfluenceMap. Most fossil fuel companies have produced …

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Global market update: US stocks end flat as earnings offset inflation data
11 months, 1 week ago

Global market update: US stocks end flat as earnings offset inflation data

Live Mint  

Global market update: Following mixed bank earnings offset cooler-than-expected inflation news that buoyed hopes for interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, US stock market ended flat after trading range-bound throughout the Friday session. Dow Jones index finished 0.31 per cent lower, tech-heavy Nasdaq ended 0.02 per cent higher while S&P 500 added 0.08 per cent. JPMorgan Chase edged 0.73 per …

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A global law firm separates from its Chinese partner, citing cybersecurity and data rules
1 year, 4 months ago

A global law firm separates from its Chinese partner, citing cybersecurity and data rules

Associated Press  

BEIJING — One of the world’s biggest law firms said Thursday it is separating from the Chinese firm that was part of its global network for eight years, citing changes in cybersecurity and other rules that have rattled foreign companies. Such an arrangement might conflict with China’s data controls by giving foreign lawyers or firms abroad access to information, according …

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New data reveals 2023 is on track for record heat — and next year should be even hotter
1 year, 4 months ago

New data reveals 2023 is on track for record heat — and next year should be even hotter

ABC  

Earth has just passed another climate milestone. After widespread global heatwaves through June and July, 2023's average air temperature for the year so far is 14.99 degrees Celsius — just passing the previous high of 14.98C from seven years ago. Next year likely to be warmer If you look back through global temperatures since 1950, there's an obvious trend: the …

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Global warming rate speeds up at 0.2 degrees celsius per decade, scientists warn
1 year, 6 months ago

Global warming rate speeds up at 0.2 degrees celsius per decade, scientists warn

Hindustan Times  

Record-high greenhouse gas emissions and diminishing air pollution have caused an unparalleled acceleration in global warming, 50 top scientists warned Thursday in a sweeping climate science update. From 2013 to 2022, "human-induced warming has been increasing at an unprecedented rate of over 0.2 degrees Celsius per decade," they reported in a peer-reviewed study aimed at policymakers. World leaders will be …

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Global warming could be juicing baseball home runs, study finds
1 year, 8 months ago

Global warming could be juicing baseball home runs, study finds

NPR  

Global warming could be juicing baseball home runs, study finds Enlarge this image toggle caption Dylan Buell/Getty Images Dylan Buell/Getty Images As baseball season heats up, here's something to know: Global warming could be raising your chances of seeing a home run ball sail to the bleachers. Then, Callahan says, they asked: "Are there unusually more home runs than there …

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South Korea exports fall for sixth consecutive month in March
1 year, 8 months ago

South Korea exports fall for sixth consecutive month in March

Firstpost  

South Korea is the first major exporting economy to release trade data each month, with a diversified portfolio from chips to cars and ships, providing an early glimpse into the state of global demand Seoul: South Korea’s exports fell in March year-on-year for the sixth month in a row, hit by a cooling global economy and a persistent slump in …

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Rupee falls 10 paise to close at 79.94 against dollar
2 years, 3 months ago

Rupee falls 10 paise to close at 79.94 against dollar

Deccan Chronicle  

MUMBAI: After hitting all-time low, the rupee recovered some of its losses to settle 10 paise down at 79.94 against the US dollar on Monday, tracking the strength of the American currency and firm crude oil prices. Meanwhile, the dollar index, which gauges the greenback's strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.28 per cent higher at 109.10, …

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5G service to commence in 20-25 Indian cities, towns by late 2022: IT Minister
2 years, 6 months ago

5G service to commence in 20-25 Indian cities, towns by late 2022: IT Minister

The Hindu  

Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday said 5G deployment will commence in 20-25 cities and towns by the year-end, and indicated that India, with its current data prices significantly lower than global average, will continue to set rate benchmarks as new services are rolled out. Speaking at an event, Mr. Vaishnaw said that nations are keen to give preference to …

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Rupee Gains 2 Paise to 77.59 Against US Dollar in Early Trade
2 years, 6 months ago

Rupee Gains 2 Paise to 77.59 Against US Dollar in Early Trade

News 18  

The rupee appreciated 2 paise to 77.59 against the US dollar in the opening trade on Friday, supported by heavy buying in domestic equities and a weak greenback in the overseas markets. On the domestic equity market front, the 30-share Sensex was trading 435.93 points or 0.80 per cent higher at 54,688.46, while the broader NSE Nifty climbed 128.70 points …

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WHO puts global COVID-19 death toll at nearly 15 million
2 years, 7 months ago

WHO puts global COVID-19 death toll at nearly 15 million

Al Jazeera  

New report by UN health agency says coronavirus pandemic killed nearly three times more people than officially reported. Nearly three times as many people have died as a result of COVID-19 as official data indicates, according to a new World Health Organization report that offers the most comprehensive look yet at the true global toll of the pandemic. Nearly 50 …

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antimicrobial resistance
2 years, 10 months ago

antimicrobial resistance

The Hindu  

Antimicrobial Resistance Collaborators, “Global burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance in 2019: a systematic analysis”, The Lancet, January 19, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-673602724-0. Arguably the first such comprehensive study on AMR globally, the paper authored by Antimicrobial Resistance Collaborators states that AMR is a leading cause of death around the world, with the highest number of deaths occurring in low-resource settings. “Understanding the …

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Global venture capital funds flock to India as China's appeal dims: Report
3 years, 1 month ago

Global venture capital funds flock to India as China's appeal dims: Report

Hindustan Times  

India is receiving investment from venture capital firms from around the world, suggesting a breakout moment for the country's startups, Nikkei Asia reported on Sunday. Citing the overall data from Tracxn, Nikkei Asia said that 597 venture capital firms have made 2,284 deals so far this year. Talking about the situation in China, the report said that Beijing's regulatory crackdown …

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Far-right cryptocurrency follows ideology across borders
3 years, 2 months ago

Far-right cryptocurrency follows ideology across borders

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Anglin has tapped a worldwide network of supporters to …

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China reacts to India, says shared all data with WHO to probe Covid origin
3 years, 8 months ago

China reacts to India, says shared all data with WHO to probe Covid origin

India TV News  

China said on Thursday that it has shared all data and analyses with the experts of the World Health Organization tracing the origin of Covid-19, and it is ready to continue working with global experts to jointly study and analyse the data. Reacting to India's demand, China said that they had twice invited WHO experts for the study of the …

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India’s data protection law has potential to propel digital economy, says Facebook
4 years, 2 months ago

India’s data protection law has potential to propel digital economy, says Facebook

The Hindu  

Social media giant Facebook on Friday said that the data protection law in progress has potential to propel the country’s digital economy and global digital trade. The company’s comment came following a hearing by a Joint Committee of Parliament on Data Protection Bill, 2019, chaired by BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi. “We deeply appreciate the opportunity to discuss data regulation issues …

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Nights Are Becoming Warmer Than Days Due to Global Warming, Finds New Study
4 years, 2 months ago

Nights Are Becoming Warmer Than Days Due to Global Warming, Finds New Study

News 18  

Global warming is affecting climate change, but did you know it’s affecting day temperatures differently than night conditions. However, a new study reveals that nights are actually getting warmer faster than days – a possible fatal thing for many species. Researchers at Exeter have concluded that the earth’s day and night heating pattern have an asymmetry, possibly due to the …

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Global Coronavirus Tally Tops 25 Million, India Marks Worldwide Record for Daily New Case: Report
4 years, 3 months ago

Global Coronavirus Tally Tops 25 Million, India Marks Worldwide Record for Daily New Case: Report

News 18  

Global coronavirus cases surged past 25 million on Sunday, according to a Reuters tally, as India marked a worldwide record for daily new cases in the COVID-19 pandemic. India’s single-day tally of 78,761 new coronavirus infections on Sunday exceeded the one-day increase of 77,299 reported by the United States in mid-July. The official number of global coronavirus cases is now …

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