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Florida has become the first U.S. state to file a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that its artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT has contributed to real-world harm, including cases linked to violent crime, self-harm risks, and unsafe interactions involving minors. The lawsuit was filed on June 1, 2026, by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier. It accuses OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of releasing what it describes as an unsafe product and failing to adequately warn users about potential risks associated with generative AI systems. The state is seeking financial damages and court-ordered changes to how ChatGPT operates, particularly in relation to…

A Lagos-based technology company, Unovia Technologies, has officially launched Lana, an AI-powered workspace management platform described as Africa’s first solution of its kind, designed for coworking spaces, gyms, and short-term apartment operators. The platform was developed to address operational inefficiencies commonly faced by facility managers and business owners who rely on manual processes or disconnected tools to manage memberships, payments, access control, and daily administrative workflows. Lana provides a centralised digital system that enables operators to manage subscriptions, track payments in real time, control access permissions, monitor facility usage, and automate routine administrative tasks through a unified intelligent dashboard. According…

The Abeokuta Polo Club has launched a three-day digital skills training programme for 120 youths in Ogun State, equipping participants with knowledge in Artificial Intelligence (AI), coding and web development as part of activities marking the club’s first anniversary. The initiative, which attracted participants from different parts of the state, is designed to empower young people with practical digital competencies needed to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world and contribute meaningfully to economic development. Speaking at the opening of the programme on Monday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, the President of Abeokuta Polo Club, Dr Sheriff Abdulrahman, said the…

A final-year student of the University of Ibadan (UI), Kabirat Ojo, has sparked widespread discussion on social media after sharing how she uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to prepare for examinations. Ojo, a 400-level student of Educational Management, drew attention after publishing a LinkedIn post outlining practical strategies students can adopt to improve their academic performance during examination periods. Among her recommendations was the use of AI-powered platforms such as ChatGPT and Gemini to enhance learning and simplify complex topics. The post quickly gained traction online, drawing reactions from students, graduates, and education stakeholders who weighed in on the growing…

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) has unveiled five artificial intelligence-powered music projects developed by African artists and engineers as part of an initiative aimed at strengthening African creative ownership and cultural preservation in the age of AI. The projects were showcased at the inaugural AI & Africa Music (AIAM) Project event at Wits University’s Chris Seabrooke Music Hall in Johannesburg. The initiative is led by the Wits Innovation Centre (WIC) in partnership with the Wits Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery (MIND) Institute and brings together musicians, technologists and researchers from across the continent. The programme is built around the…

A global cybersecurity company, Kaspersky, has warned that the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across Kenya and the wider East African region is driving a new wave of sophisticated cyber threats, including deepfake scams, AI-powered phishing attacks and unauthorised use of AI tools in the workplace. The warning was issued during the AI Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya event held in the capital, Nairobi, where industry leaders discussed both the opportunities and risks associated with the rapid deployment of AI technologies. According to Kaspersky, cybercriminals are increasingly using AI to create convincing social engineering campaigns, generate realistic deepfakes and…

The UK is preparing to introduce artificial intelligence-driven facial age estimation at its borders from 2027, marking a significant shift in how authorities assess the age of asylum seekers in disputed cases. Rather than relying solely on traditional age assessment procedures, the new system will analyse facial images captured at processing centres to estimate whether an individual is likely a child or an adult. The technology is currently under development following a government contract awarded to IT supplier Akhter Computers Ltd, with further testing planned before live deployment. The Home Office says the system is designed to strengthen decision-making in…

North Korea said Wednesday it had conducted its first test of artificial intelligence-guided missiles, marking a new step in Pyongyang’s efforts to modernise its weapons systems amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula and growing military cooperation with Russia. State media agency KCNA reported that leader Kim Jong Un personally supervised the launch of a range of weapons systems, including tactical ballistic missiles, long-range artillery rockets and AI-guided precision cruise missiles. The tests were intended to evaluate what the North described as “modern warfare” capabilities and the effectiveness of newly developed targeting and navigation systems. According to KCNA, the cruise…

Businesses and digital creators are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence across content production processes. From video editing and graphic design to social media management, AI is reshaping how creators work by improving speed, creativity, and consistency in the digital content space. In an exclusive interview with AIbase Nigeria, video editor and Canva specialist Ifeoma Rosemary Ikeh explained how she integrates AI tools into her workflow while still maintaining originality and full creative control over her outputs. She said AI has significantly improved her editing process by reducing time spent on repetitive tasks and helping her organise ideas more efficiently. “I use…

Lenovo Group shares reached record highs this week after strong earnings driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and enterprise demand. The company reported revenue of about $21.6 billion for the latest quarter, up roughly 27% year-on-year, while net profit surged nearly 479% compared to the same period last year. Growth was supported by strong performance in both its core PC business and fast-expanding AI-related segments. Lenovo said its infrastructure solutions group, which includes AI servers and data-centre systems, recorded the fastest growth across all divisions. The company also reported a $21 billion AI server order pipeline, reflecting…