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The rapid development of artificial intelligence, supercharged with the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, has shaken up the online landscape. Photo: Josep LAGO / AFPSource: AFPAI-generated videos and photos used for political disinformation are the scourge of a busy global election year, and Brazil is scrambling to regulate the technology ahead of municipal elections.In a country of 203 million people that has more phones than people, Brazilian authorities last week banned the use of deepfake technology and set guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence for electoral purposes.”Video montages can be used to manipulate public opinion, to defame individuals or…

The Gadangme Council has refuted President Akufo-Addo’s claim that Mr. Tette Kuarshi is from Mampong in the Eastern Region. According to the council, historical records confirm that Tette Quashie was born in Osu, Greater Accra region. In a statement issued and signed by President Nii Aikoi Otoo, the Council highlighted the discrepancy between the President’s statement and historical facts, calling it confusing. They provided evidence of historical records that clearly show that Mr. Quarshie was born and raised in Osu. “Tette Quarshie’s roots in Osu are well documented, with many sources confirming his ties to the community, although some may…

Cornelius Boateng ’24 knew nothing about computer science when he joined Code Afrique, a program that aims to introduce high school students to coding, in his native Ghana in 2018. But his team won the programming competition and later, he took online programming courses and wrote computer programs for fun. He planned to train at Cornell, but changed after a classmate from Ghana told him about opportunities in technology. After graduation, he will start work at Microsoft. “Not many people know what they can do with computer knowledge,” he said. “People can do amazing things with it.” Cornelius Boateng (left),…

Tom Lawrence put Rangers ahead after just seven minutesRangers continued their impressive Europa League campaign with a first-leg draw against Benfica after leading twice in the last-16 tie in Lisbon. Tom Lawrence set the visitors on their way with an inch-perfect header in their first real attack after great work down the left from Mohamed Diomande found the Welshman.Rangers managed the game well from there, but as half-time approached, they suffered a controversial concession when John Souttar turned on his own hand in the box. After VAR intervention, Angel Di Maria coolly scored the equalizer from the penalty spot. The…

The Ghana card is a national identity card launched in 2017 by National Identification Authority (NIA). The project was done in collaboration with Identity Management Systems (IMS), its subsidiary Margin Groupa leading provider of identity solutions in Ghana. Margins Group was awarded the contract to manufacture and distribute the Ghana Card following a competitive bidding process. About the company Margins Group has been operating since 1990 and has a track record of providing identity management solutions to various clients in Ghana and beyond. Some of her notable works include producing it biometric passports, voter IDs, driver’s licenses, health insurance cards…

Award-winning Ghanaian actress Akuapem Poloo made a bold fashion statement in a stylish outfit to mark Ghana’s independenceThe fashionista completed her look with a beautiful African print fabric handmade in GhanaSome social media users commented on Akuapem Poloo’s outfit and sandalsGhanaian actress Rosemond Aland Brown popularly called Akuapem Poloo has been ranked among the top fashionistas in March as Ghana celebrates its 67th independence.The hard-working businesswoman wore a colorful kente jumpsuit and white lace for her latest photo shoot.Akuapem Poloo looks beautiful with or without makeup. Photo: @akuapempoloo.Source: InstagramAkuapem Poloo looked gorgeous with a short, sleek hairstyle and soft makeup…

Attachments Chad: Security forces kill opposition leader Amid escalating tensions ahead of presidential elections scheduled for May, security forces killed opposition leader Yaya Dilo on February 28 in a clash at his party’s headquarters in the capital, N’Djamena. Dillo was a frequent critic of the regime and was an opposition candidate against his cousin, current President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. The government earlier accused members of Dillo’s party, the Socialist Party Without Borders (PSF), of attacking the National State Security Service and attempting to assassinate the Supreme Court chief – allegations Dillo denied. Dillo’s wife and several other family members…

The Smokehouse Creek fire burned a million acres (400,000 hectares) and destroyed hundreds of homes. Photo: – / Greenville Professional Firefighters Association/AFPSource: AFPA US power company admitted Thursday that its equipment may have sparked the largest wildfire in Texas history.Xcel — the parent of Southwest Public Service Company, which provides electricity to part of the state — said it was cooperating with officials investigating the cause of the fire that charred more than a million acres (more than 400,000 hectares).”Based on information currently available, Xcel Energy recognizes that its facilities appear to be involved in an ignition of the Smokehouse…

Members of Parliament (MPs) and some leaders of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) clashed with members of the Ghana Armed Forces on their way to the grounds of the National Cathedral. This follows an earlier announcement by the government that the project would begin today, 6 March 2024. During the 2021 mid-year budget review in Parliament on Thursday, July 29, 2021, the then Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, said the $100 million inter-denominational cathedral would be completed by the commissioning date. Ta. However, tight security surrounded the cathedral, leading to clashes with MPs directly in front of the new…

of Ghana National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) I will spread out, unfold, unfold circulation technologyis a technology-driven road enforcement initiative by the end of the second quarter of 2024. Details The automated speed limit enforcement program will be implemented using cameras placed at vantage points on the country’s roads and highways. How would it work? The NRSA is currently undertaking an outreach and awareness program for drivers to strictly adhere to speed limits prior to the implementation of the traffic technology initiative. Drivers who exceed the limit will have to pay a fine. Failure to pay the fine will result…