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X ‘very likely’ breached data protection rules, privacy groups say. Photo: Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP/FileSource: AFPSocial network X has pledged to stop collecting personal data of European users to train its much-criticised artificial intelligence program, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) said on Wednesday.Last month, the social media giant — formerly known as Twitter — suspended the processing of personal data contained in users’ public posts in the European Union and the European Economic Area. He had used the data for nearly three months to train the Grok AI chatbot.The EEA includes all 27 members of the European Union, EU members…

Rugby League Ghana (RLFG) recently made a significant impact in the Volta region by participating in the annual youth camp organized by the Nneka Foundation. This two-week event, held in Ve Agbome, brought together over 500 children from 28 districts across Ghana, offering them a unique opportunity to learn new skills, gain knowledge and engage in empowerment activities. A new partnership with a shared vision At the heart of this collaboration is Mrs. Cecilia Fiaka, the founder and main funder of the Nneka Foundation. Her vision of youth empowerment aligns perfectly with RLFG’s mission of using sport as a tool…

ChitChat, a leading social commerce platform, has joined forces with Mastercard to introduce new virtual debit cards. Details This partnership will allow users to access a one-stop shop where they can transact and shop online, manage membership payments and transfer money across the continent in real-time—all with the convenience of its messaging interface ChitChat app. The app has an interactive chat feature where users can instantly discuss expenses and allow them to instantly transfer money using the virtual card, without any fuss. Because this matters Through the launch of ChitChat’s virtual card, cross-border payments will be accelerated and transactions that…

Famous Ghanaian socialite Shatta Bandle received GH¢20,000 from friend and businessman Alhaji Salamu as a birthday presentShatta Bandle shared a screenshot of their WhatsApp conversation which was proof of the payment credited to his MoMo accountMany admired that Shatta Bandle had generous friends while others believed that the amount did not match his supposed status as a billionairePetite Ghanaian socialite, Shatta Bandle, boasted that his friend gave him a huge sum of money on his birthday on September 3, 2024.Shatta Bandle’s friend gave him GH¢20k as a birthday present. Image Credit: @shatta_bandleSource: InstagramHis friend Shatta Bandle gifts him moneyShatta Bandle…

With Turkey mired in high inflation, Istanbul’s ubiquitous street vendors are worried about their future. Photo: Ozan KOSE/AFPSource: AFPThe tantalizing smell of roasted corn and chestnuts wafted from Hakan Deniz’s red and gold food cart near a mosque in Istanbul’s old city. But local customers are hard to come by these days.With Turkey mired in hyperinflation, Istanbul’s ubiquitous street vendors, a part of the cityscape since the Ottoman Empire, are worried about their future.”Our tomorrow is uncertain,” said Deniz, 18, after pushing his stroller in front of the Rustem Pasha Mosque.”I’ve lost almost half of my customers to inflation,” said…

Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology, MEST Africa, in collaboration with the Norwegian Embassy, ​​has announced the launch of the 6th edition of the MEST Africa Challenge, MAC. This year’s challenge seeks to identify and support outstanding AgriTech entrepreneurs tackling critical agricultural challenges in West Africa. In the fast-paced world of AgriTech, innovation needs the right conditions to flourish. While many African entrepreneurs have bold visions, they often face challenges in accessing the necessary resources and networks to realize their ideas. MAC 2024 is here to bridge this gap, offering start-ups the opportunity to find their footing by providing critical support,…

Maame Serwaa, the Ghanaian-American wife of Kumawood actor Lil Win, melted many hearts when she shared an adorable video of their daughter on TikTokIn the video, they were spotted by the pool as Maame Serwaa played with the little girl while lying on the sun lounger.Many expressed their joy at seeing the baby girl as they talked for a long time about seeing her on Maame Serwaa’s TikToks while others talked about her beautyMaame Serwaa, the Ghanaian-American wife of Kumawood actor Lil Win, shared an adorable video of her spending time with their daughter.Lil Win’s wife Maame Serwaa plays with…

The depreciation of the CEDI is predicted to slow down following some key actions by the Bank of GhanaThe Central Bank injected about $28 million into the market on August 28, 2024, among other actionsThe cedi, however, depreciated by 1.84 percent against the US dollar, 1.43 percent against the pound and 0.42 percent against the euroThe depreciation of the cedi is predicted to slow down following some intervention by the Bank of Ghana in the foreign exchange market.Demand pressure on the cedi is also expected to ease.The Bank of Ghana has provided about $28 million to combat the devaluation of…

A 3D view of a prototype of TOWT’s first operational sailing cargo ship. Photo: – / TOWT (Maritime Transport Company)/AFPSource: AFPA French ship sailing past New York City to take refuge laden with champagne, brandy and marmalade under sail may be reminiscent of a forgotten era of aeolian navigation.But with Anemos, the world’s largest cargo sailing ship, a French company is seeking to revive the environmentally friendly and cost-effective technology to once again become a regular place on the high seas.Interest in using sail technology to transport cargo has increased in recent years as fuel costs and environmental concerns have…

Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) now lets users edit their direct messages (DMs) The feature will allow users to correct typos or refine their thoughts in their DMs. Here’s a guide on how to use the new functionality. Step 1: Access your DMs To start editing a DM, go to your Direct Message Inbox. This can be done by swiping left or tapping the DM icon on the X app interface. Step 2: Locate the message Once you’re in your inbox, open the conversation that contains the message you want to edit. Scroll through the conversation to find the…