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OpenAI and Grok face global scrutiny as user chats leak on Google and the Wayback Machine
Recent discoveries reveal that artificial intelligence companies exposed user conversations through search engine indexing. Investigators found over 100,000 private ChatGPT dialogues accessible via Google searches. Archive.org's Wayback Machine continues storing these conversations despite OpenAI's removal efforts from Google's index. Mark Graham, Wayback Machine's director, confirmed OpenAI never requested large-scale URL exclusion for shared ChatGPT links. The archive service would comply with such requests from domain rights holders. Similar breaches affect other platforms, with Grok conversations appearing in search results. Archive snapshots preserve pages permanently through timestamped versions, enabling access after deletions...
MTN Ghana profit jumps 56 percent as data, fintech drive record H1 2025 results
MTN Ghana achieved remarkable financial growth during the first six months of 2025. The telecommunications company recorded profit increases of 55.8 percent, reaching GHS3.6 billion compared to the previous year. Service revenue climbed by 40 percent to GHS11.3 billion while earnings before interest and taxes rose 45.5 percent to GHS6.6 billion. Mobile subscribers expanded by 6.5 percent to reach 30.2 million customers across Ghana. Data services drove the strongest performance with revenue jumping 50.8 percent year-over-year. Active data users grew by 11 percent to 18.2 million people, while mobile money subscribers increased 7.4 percent to 17.7 million users. CEO Stephen Blewett credited employee dedication for the company's market...
MTN Uganda unveils inclusive ICT lab for special needs students in Arua City
MTN Uganda established a specialized technology center at Mvara Secondary School within Arua City boundaries. The facility accommodates more than 100 students who require additional learning support through adaptive technologies. Ten desktop computers form the foundation of the laboratory alongside specialized screen-reading software and wireless audio equipment. Students will receive complimentary internet connectivity for twelve months following the facility launch. Philip Odoi from MTN's Northern Uganda commercial division described the laboratory as an empowerment tool for learners regardless of physical limitations. Annet Dilea represents the Special Needs Education department and praised the initiative as promoting equal access...
Libreville launches digital platform to boost transparency in city finances
Libreville officials activated their municipal revenue collection system through digital technology on July 29. Special Delegate Adrien Nguema Mba presided over the City Hall ceremony with municipal leadership present. Deputies, technical directors, financial managers, and administrative staff attended the presentation session. Mohamed Ahmed Essgheir from GTI Gabon demonstrated the platform's capabilities to assembled officials. The company developed this technological solution for municipal financial management. Enhanced transparency drives the new system's primary objectives for city operations. Transaction traceability improves through automated digital processes that monitor payment flows. Security measures protect financial...
Global data breach costs drop for the first time in five years as AI oversight gap widens
Data breach expenses decreased globally by nine percent to 4.44 million dollars, marking the first reduction across five years. Companies achieved faster incident containment through artificial intelligence and automated security systems. United States organizations experienced opposite trends, with costs rising nine percent to a record 10.22 million dollars. Artificial intelligence oversight presents significant security challenges for businesses worldwide. Research shows 97 percent of companies suffering AI-related breaches lacked proper access controls. Shadow AI usage without official approval adds 670,000 dollars to total breach expenses. Healthcare maintains the highest breach costs at 7.42 million dollars for the fourteenth...
BEAC rolls out the NG2020 app to fight counterfeit banknotes across Central Africa
The Central African States banking authority released a smartphone application designed for banknote verification purposes. The BEAC NG2020 software assists users in detecting authentic Type 2020 currency series through digital comparison tools. Android and iOS device owners can download this free application from major mobile platforms. Security professionals and citizens access detailed authentication guidance through the program's interface. Watermark identification, serial number verification, and security thread recognition represent primary detection methods featured within the software. Touch-sensitive impressions and incomplete design elements provide additional verification techniques for users. Advanced authentication...
ZRP graduates 27 drone pilots in Harare as force accelerates tech overhaul
The Zimbabwe Republic Police completed training for 27 officers who earned drone pilot certifications. The graduation event occurred at the ZRP Sports Club facility. Officers received credentials through a comprehensive program designed to advance law enforcement capabilities. This training represents part of broader technological modernization efforts within the police force. The Commissioner-General has established goals for implementing advanced systems throughout the organization. Electronic Traffic Management Systems form a central component of the technological advancement strategy. Crime management improvements through digital tools remain a priority for police leadership. The drone pilot certification program demonstrates...
Kenya, Microsoft explore AI and cybersecurity partnership in Nairobi talks
Microsoft executives met with Kenya's Information, Communication, and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo at the ministry offices. Corporate Vice Presidents Rashida Hodge and Aarti Borkar represented the technology company during these discussions. Principal Secretaries Stephen Isaboke and John Tanui joined additional government officials for the collaborative talks. The participants examined opportunities for partnership across multiple technology sectors. Both organizations explored ways to advance Kenya's digital capabilities through strategic cooperation. Artificial intelligence integration dominated conversations as leaders considered government service improvements. Officials discussed how AI applications could...
Kenya Senate grills ministry on digital gaps as Turkana, Wajir lag in coverage
Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo addressed senators regarding telecommunications progress in remote regions during a parliamentary hearing. Senator Allan Chesang directed the Information, Communication, and Technology committee session after Senator James Lomenen raised concerns about Turkana County connectivity. Principal Secretaries Stephen Isaboke and John Tanui accompanied Kabogo alongside Communications Authority Director General David Mugonyi. The delegation presented data showing mobile network penetration reaches 96.6 percent for second-generation services and 96.3 percent for advanced technologies. Voice communication systems have expanded through Universal Service Fund investments across 41 constituencies in four counties...

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