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Kempner Institute at Harvard Announces Major Expansion of AI Supercomputing Cluster CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 12, 2026 — The most powerful supercomputer at Harvard is about to get larger and faster. Much faster. The Kempner Institute’s AI cluster, already one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world, is undergoing a major expansion, adding more than 500 NVIDIA graphics processing units (GPUs) — the specialized processors that make modern graphics and AI possible — to scale-up its capacity for cutting-edge research on intelligence. With a total of 1,144 graphics processing units (GPUs), the Kempner’s expanded AI cluster will join an…

Financial institutions are expected to begin implementation immediately. Within three months, each institution must submit an implementation roadmap to the CBN Compliance Department. In March 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)  issued the Baseline Standards for Automated Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Solutions, marking a major shift from largely manual compliance processes toward technology-driven monitoring. These standards require all financial institutions in Nigeria to implement automated systems capable of detecting and preventing money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing (ML/TF/PF). The policy emphasizes demonstrable effectiveness over feature-based compliance, requiring institutions to proactively identify suspicious activity in real time. The CBN has…

Image Credits: iGardenBackyard pools often promise a lot more than they deliver. They look incredible, elevate a home’s outdoor space, and feel like the ultimate summer luxury. But in reality, many pools spend long stretches underused—especially outside peak summer days.Part of the reason is simple: most residential pools aren’t designed for real swim workouts. Even a few strong strokes can take you from one end to the other. Traditional swim-current systems exist, but they typically involve permanent installation, plumbing work, and a level of renovation that many homeowners would rather avoid.The iGarden Swim Jet X Series approaches the problem from…

Lexar’s versatile portable storage solutions are designed to help creators capture, transfer and protect content seamlessly across smartphones, computers and other devices.  Lexar, a global leader in memory and storage solutions, provides versatile solutions in its portable storage lineup for content creators and mobile professionals: the ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD, the D50E USB Dual Drive and SL500 Portable SSD. The ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD delivers high-performance storage in a slim, magnetically attachable design that pairs seamlessly with smartphones, while the compact D50E USB Dual Drive offers a convenient plug-and-play solution with both USB-A and USB-C connectors and transfer speeds of…

Second is advertiser tools. If you’re a small business, you’re not thinking about all the queries people are going to type in. AI is great at figuring out which keywords to use, what’s the optimal creative, and generating all of that.The third piece is the most nascent: ads in new experiences. The general philosophy we have is to build a great consumer product, then figure out monetization. Because the business is so strong and healthy, that’s a luxury we have.What have you learned from experiments around ads in AI Mode?Ads are always separate from organic results and clearly labeled. If…

The advanced analytics solution, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities, delivers superior fraud detection. Network International (Network) , a leading fintech company in the Middle East and Africa, and ADCB Egypt  – part of the Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Group,  one of the UAE’s foremost financial institutions – have launched FICO® Falcon® Fraud Manager. The advanced analytics solution, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities, delivers superior fraud detection. This is part of Network’s Enterprise Fraud Prevention initiative in Egypt, marking a first of its kind in safeguarding the country’s digital financial transactions. The…

Last week, we were graciously invited by Xiaomi India to the wonderful Vietnamese island of Phú Quốc. The purpose of the visit was to check out the cameras on the new Xiaomi 17 series phones and put them through their paces in this bustling, vibrant environment. Our weapon of choice for this trip was the flagship Xiaomi 17 Ultra. This phone has a broad array of cameras on the back, including a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 200MP telephoto camera with a variable 3.2x to 4.3x optical zoom. We recently did a full review of this…

Feng is among a small cohort of savvy early adopters making serious cash from China’s OpenClaw craze. As users with little technical background want in, a cottage industry of installation services and preconfigured hardware has sprung up. The rise of these tinkerers shows just how eager the general public in China is to adopt cutting-edge AI—despite huge security risks. Read the full story.  —Caiwei Chen  Brutal times for the US battery industry  Another battery business has fallen: 24M Technologies, once worth over $1 billion, is reportedly shutting down.  Just a few years ago, the industry was hot, hot, hot. Countless companies were popping up, with shiny new chemistries and huge…

To address the growing demand for digitalization and intelligence across Africa, both parties will leverage AI as the core driving force to upgrade network planning, deployment, and operations capabilities. During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei  and MTN Group  signed a 2026 Strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The two parties will deepen cooperation around AI-driven intelligent network evolution, digital inclusion, home broadband development, data monetization, digital infrastructure, and ESG initiatives. With Autonomous Networks (AN) L4 as a shared evolution target, the partnership aims to accelerate Africa’s digital and intelligent transformation into a new phase. The MoU signing ceremony, referenced as 260305-10, formalized…

Sonos Play offers big sound and all-day battery HomeGift Ideas $200–$400Sonos Play Portable Speaker Gadget Flow Editors It plays big sound, wherever you go.Editor’s QuoteSonos Play Portable SpeakerSonos Play is a portable speaker for the home and outdoors. It packs big stereo sound, deep bass, and a carry-friendly shape for everyday listening.Big stereo sound: Two angled tweeters and a midwoofer deliver clear vocals and wider separation, so music stays full even outside.24-hour battery life: A 35Wh battery plays up to a full day, and you can swap the battery later to extend the speaker’s life.WiFi plus Bluetooth 5.3: Use WiFi…