Author: Joseph Michael

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has reported a stronger-than-expected surge in revenue, driven by accelerating global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips and advanced semiconductor technologies powering data centres and high-performance computing systems. The world’s leading contract chipmaker recorded a 35% year-on-year increase in revenue, outperforming market expectations and underscoring the rapid expansion of AI-driven semiconductor demand. A company statement highlighted the sustained strength in advanced computing demand, saying: “We continue to see strong structural demand for AI-related computing and advanced process technologies.” Analysts also emphasised the scale of the company’s performance, noting: “TSMC reported first-quarter revenue of $35.71 billion,…

China has reaffirmed its support for the United Nations (UN) as the central platform for global artificial intelligence (AI) governance, calling for stronger multilateral coordination to manage the rapid development and risks of emerging AI technologies. Speaking at an international forum in Vienna, China’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Vienna, Li Song, said Beijing “firmly supports the United Nations as the main channel for global artificial intelligence governance” and is willing to deepen international cooperation on AI development and capacity-building. China linked its position to its broader Global AI Governance Initiative, which promotes a “people-centred, AI-for-good approach” and encourages…

Liquid C2, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has partnered with Google Cloud to launch Africa’s first Partner Experience Centre to accelerate the continent’s artificial intelligence and cloud innovation network. The new facility, located in Johannesburg, South Africa, is designed as a hands-on innovation hub where technology partners, developers, startups, and public-sector stakeholders can design, test, and scale AI-powered solutions tailored to African market needs. The centre provides direct access to advanced Google Cloud tools, including Gemini Enterprise and a dedicated AI experimentation environment known as the “Gemini Playspace,” enabling rapid prototyping and deployment of real-world applications. According to Cassava Technologies,…

The global artificial intelligence (AI) sector is experiencing an unprecedented surge, with investment and industry growth reaching record levels. Analysts say the rapid adoption of AI technologies across sectors such as healthcare, finance, and manufacturing is fueling the expansion, while investor confidence in AI startups and enterprise solutions continues to rise. According to market research firm CB Insights, AI startups raised over $45 billion globally in the first quarter of 2026 alone, surpassing any previous quarterly record. “We are witnessing a paradigm shift,” said Dr Aisha Bello, a technology strategist at TechFront Analytics. “AI is no longer just a supporting…

A Nigerian AI founder has received a direct job offer from Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, after his startup went viral on social media, highlighting both the global reach of African tech innovation and the rising international attention to Nigeria’s AI capabilities. Sulaiman Adewale, the founder of Lagos‑based AI startup Xara, posted a demo of his product on X (formerly Twitter) that quickly gained widespread attention online. The demo demonstrated Xara’s ability to perform advanced banking assistant tasks via a conversational AI interface. The viral response prompted a recruitment outreach from xAI, the AI research company founded and led by Elon…

Intel Corporation has announced that it will join Elon Musk’s Terafab project, a large-scale initiative to build next-generation artificial intelligence chips. The partnership brings together Musk’s companies, including Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, with Intel’s expertise in chip design and semiconductor manufacturing. The Terafab project aims to create advanced fabrication facilities capable of producing massive amounts of AI compute, targeting applications in autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI-powered data centres. Elon Musk has described the initiative as a critical step toward reducing reliance on external chip manufacturers and scaling compute power to meet future AI demands. Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan said the…

The United Nations University (UNU) and Tsinghua University have officially launched a new hub in Beijing focused on promoting the ethical and responsible development of artificial intelligence (AI), marking a major step in global collaboration on AI governance. The UNU Hub on Promoting Ethical and Responsible Artificial Intelligence Development was unveiled on April 7, 2026 and is hosted by Tsinghua University’s Institute for AI International Governance (I‑AIIG). It is among the first UNU hubs established in mainland China, complementing the existing UNU Hub on AI‑Finance in Shanghai. The hub aims to deepen scientific understanding of AI’s ethical challenges, develop inclusive…

Google has quietly released a new AI-powered dictation app that works entirely offline on iOS devices, marking a significant step in its push toward on-device artificial intelligence. Called Google AI Edge Eloquent, the app converts spoken words into structured text in real time using on-device AI models, allowing users to dictate without an internet connection after downloading the necessary speech models. It is available for free on the Apple App Store with no subscription fees or usage caps. Unlike traditional voice-to-text tools that transcribe everything verbatim, the app uses Google’s lightweight Gemma automatic speech recognition models to remove filler words…

Global calls for entries have opened for major artificial intelligence awards in 2026, inviting participation from technology teams, AI departments, startups, and organisations worldwide. The Globee Awards for Artificial Intelligence are accepting nominations to recognise outstanding achievements in AI, including advancements in machine learning, data-driven systems, automation, and predictive analytics. Organisations of all sizes are eligible to enter. The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) has opened applications for its SAIL (Super AI Leader) Award, with a prize pool exceeding $280,000. The award targets AI innovators whose projects demonstrate technological excellence and real-world impact across sectors such as healthcare, energy, manufacturing,…

A new artificial intelligence model, DeepSeek-Coder, has been launched to assist developers in programming tasks, offering capabilities ranging from code generation to debugging and workflow automation. The AI tool aims to streamline software development processes and improve coding efficiency for both individual developers and enterprise teams. According to the developers, DeepSeek-Coder leverages advanced machine learning algorithms to understand programming languages and generate code snippets that adhere to best practices. The model supports multiple languages, including Python, JavaScript, Java, and C#, and can integrate with popular integrated development environments (IDEs), enabling seamless adoption into existing workflows. Early testing has shown that…