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If you were hoping for Spotify to finally release its long-rumored HiFi lossless streaming, I have some bad news for you. However, if you were hoping to get another inbox to receive DMs into, you’ll be really happy with the streaming service’s latest announcement.Spotify is adding a direct messaging feature, which will allow users to share music, podcasts, and audiobooks without leaving the app. Messages will roll out in “select markets” this week, according to a press release by the company, and it’ll be available on mobile devices for users aged 16 years and older. Sharing audio through messages on Spotify…

The new strategy, which runs from July 2025 to June 2028, aligns with the National Digital Ethiopia 2025 plan and seeks to transform Ethio Telecom into a globally competitive, regionally diversified, and digitally empowered enterprise. Ethio Telecom  has launched its new three-year strategic plan, “Next Horizon: Digital & Beyond 2028 Strategy”, marking the next phase of its transformation journey. The announcement was made at the Science Museum in Addis Ababa, as the company concluded its previous LEAD Growth Strategy (2022–2025), which it says positioned it as Ethiopia’s digital powerhouse. The new strategy, which runs from July 2025 to June 2028,…

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE simply can’t stop leaking. After a retailer listing from Europe yesterday, today we’re treated to its purported pricing in the US. Again, this comes courtesy of some premature listings. They show the phone priced at $649.99 with 128GB of storage, and $709.99 with 256GB. Both of these variants have 8GB of RAM, and it seems like the US at least won’t be getting the S25 FE with 512GB of storage. The device is shown in four color options: Jet Black, Navy, Ice Blue, and Titanium. The prices are in line with what the Galaxy S24…

Anthropic has reached a preliminary settlement in a class action lawsuit brought by a group of prominent authors, marking a major turn in of the most significant ongoing AI copyright lawsuits in history. The move will allow Anthropic to avoid what could have been a financially devastating outcome in court.The settlement agreement is expected to be finalized September 3, with more details to follow, according to a legal filing published on Tuesday. Lawyers for the plaintiffs did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Anthropic declined to comment.In 2024, three book writers, Andrea Bartz, Charles Graeber, and Kirk Wallace Johnson,…

Google Messages is getting a handy new feature that could save you from some awkward mix-ups. The app is testing QR code verification in beta, which lets you confirm you’re actually chatting with who you think you are. The feature first showed up at Google’s October preview, and now it looks like it’s almost ready for everyone to use. 9to5Google spotted the verification tool rolling out to beta testers. Getting verified is pretty straightforward. Open any conversation in Google Messages and tap the contact’s name at the top. You’ll see the end-to-end encryption card that’s been there for a while.…

This MOU represents Space42″s continued expansion across Africa and demonstrates the company’s commitment to supporting government partners with advanced space technology and artificial intelligence solutions. Space42 , the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that seamlessly integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities with global reach, announced today the signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Angola’s Military Intelligence and Security Service (SISM). The landmark agreement was formalized during the state visit of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to the Republic of Angola, following an invitation from Angolan President João Lourenço. The five-year strategic…

Refined from the celebrated G7 lineage, the new G7 Pro delivers tri-mode connectivity, Hall Effect analog triggers, GameSir Mag-Res™ TMR sticks, gyroscope support (PC only), and a swappable magnetic faceplate design—offering gamers an immersive, customizable, and high-performance experience across Xbox, PC, and Android. GameSir, a leading innovator in gaming peripherals, today announced the official launch of the GameSir G7 Pro, an advanced multi-platform controller designed for pro-level performance across Xbox, PC, and Android devices. Building upon the legacy of its predecessors—the G7, G7 SE, and G7 HE—the G7 Pro introduces a wealth of upgrades, including Hall Effect analog triggers with…

The randomness inherent in AI text generation compounds this problem. Even with identical prompts, an AI model might give slightly different responses about its own capabilities each time you ask. Other layers also shape AI responses Even if a language model somehow had perfect knowledge of its own workings, other layers of AI chatbot applications might be completely opaque. For example, modern AI assistants like ChatGPT aren’t single models but orchestrated systems of multiple AI models working together, each largely “unaware” of the others’ existence or capabilities. For instance, OpenAI uses separate moderation layer models whose operations are completely separate…

Online casinos have overtaken their land-based counterparts, and in quite a short time, too. The African market is crowded with reputable online casinos, all vying for dominance. They offer bonuses and games players love, and everything happens in a safe and secure environment. But, how safe is it really? In this article, we’ll try to answer that question while discussing the main security features of African online casinos. What Security Measures to Casino Sites Use? These days, African casino sites are competing for the market throne. They’re all trying to beat each other regarding offers, games, and even security features.…