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The United States has implemented additional export restrictions on chip technology to China.

On Tuesday, the U.S. Commerce Department implemented stricter regulations in order to prevent China from obtaining sophisticated computer chips that could potentially aid in the development of hypersonic missiles and artificial intelligence. Gina Raimondo, the Secretary of Commerce, stated that…

“The musician’s voice sings in languages she does not speak.” “The vocalist’s singing transcends language barriers.”

One artist is utilizing machine learning to produce new types of music, including musical “deepfakes” that imitate the style of a specific artist. Deana Mitchell shares the story of this innovative approach to music-making. Source: voanews.com

The first ‘Innovation Summit’ in Ethiopia ignites imaginations.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia —  Last week, a summit focused on technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship took place in Ethiopia, igniting creativity and forward-thinking. The first Enkopa summit, organized by the Ethiopian Ministry of Labor and Skills and other collaborators, brought together…

According to a rights group, attempts at mediation between Meta and Kenyan moderators were unsuccessful.

NAIROBI —  Negotiations for a resolution have failed between Meta, the parent company of Facebook, and Kenyan content moderators in a lawsuit regarding their alleged wrongful termination. A technology advocacy organization assisting the moderators reported this on Monday. Earlier this…

The latest PlayStation controller is designed to improve accessibility for gamers with disabilities.

SAN MATEO, Calif. —  Paul Lane utilizes his oral features, specifically his mouth, cheek, and chin, to operate buttons and maneuver his virtual vehicle along the racetrack in Gran Turismo on the PlayStation 5. This has been his method of…

Cybercriminals Target Websites of Guatemalan Government

GUATEMALA CITY —  On Saturday, hackers associated with the activist group Anonymous caused a national security incident in Guatemala by disabling several government websites, as reported by Guatemalan authorities. The assaults were in aid of protests organized by Indigenous groups…