Saturday, February 15

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UAE Begins Mapping Air Corridors for Air Taxis and Cargo Drones to Transform Urban Transportation
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UAE Begins Mapping Air Corridors for Air Taxis and Cargo Drones to Transform Urban Transportation

• Initial advanced air mobility (AAM) regulations under development for the UAE • GCAA and ATRC entities – TII and ASPIRE collaborate on technical expertise and airspace management The UAE has taken a bold step towards redefining urban transportation with the commencement of air corridor mapping and regulatory framework development for piloted and autonomous air taxis and cargo drones. This transformative initiative marks a major leap forward in the nation’s mission to lead the future of mobility. Through a strategic partnership between the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) entities—Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and ASPIRE—the UAE is on track to reshape the way people and goods move through urban spaces. ...
Tether Announces Strategic Investment in Zengo Wallet to Advance Global Stablecoin Adoption
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Tether Announces Strategic Investment in Zengo Wallet to Advance Global Stablecoin Adoption

Tether, the largest company in the digital assets industry, has completed a strategic investment in Zengo Wallet, a leading self-custodial crypto wallet known for its focus on security and usability. The investment underscores Tether’s commitment to advancing secure self-custody solutions and driving the global adoption of stablecoins. Zengo Wallet is recognized for its innovative approach to self-custody, eliminating traditional seed phrase vulnerabilities while building a record of success. Since its launch in 2019, the wallet has served over 1.5 million users worldwide, protecting digital assets without a single wallet being hacked, phished, or taken over. This innovative approach aligns with Tether’s vision of making blockchain-based financial tools more secure and accessible. Th...
Use technology to improve healthcare delivery – UG Pharmacy students advised  
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Use technology to improve healthcare delivery – UG Pharmacy students advised  

Pharmacy students of the University of Ghana have been urged to leverage the opportunities of technology to develop innovative solutions for improved healthcare delivery.   Venturing into areas like telehealth, teleconsulting, and telepharmacy would upgrade their professional skills to respond effectively to patients' needs.   Dr Ruby Aileen Mensah Assan, the Director, Strategic Health Purchasing, National Health Insurance Authority, who gave the advice, said: "We will be proud of pharmacists who are leaders of change and advocates for better care, more efficient systems, and improved patient outcomes."    Dr Annan said this at the White Coat Ceremony for level 500 students of the University of Ghana School of Pharmacy in Accra.   The White Co...
Ghanaian research scientist admonishes Agric Ministry to reduce import of weedicides 
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Ghanaian research scientist admonishes Agric Ministry to reduce import of weedicides 

Dr Samuel Essiamah,  a Ghanaian Forests Research Scientist based in Germany, has advocated a reduction in the importation of some harmful agrochemicals into the country to curtail their dangerous effects on foodstuffs and vegetables.   Dr Essiamah, stressed the need for the Agriculture Ministry, and it aligns to take bold and firm decisions to safeguard the health of Ghanaian consumers.  Dr Essiamah,  who addressed the media at Agona Nyakrom to throw more light on the dangers of these agrochemicals, lamented the dire consequences of their application on farms and the general environment as well.  Dr Essiamah also revealed how the deadly chemicals from weedicide and pesticide imported into the Country got into the food sup...
Tether Hits $13 Billion Profits for 2024 And All-Time Highs in U.S. Treasury Holdings, USD₮ Circulation
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Tether Hits $13 Billion Profits for 2024 And All-Time Highs in U.S. Treasury Holdings, USD₮ Circulation

Today, Tether Holdings Limited released its assurance opinion for the fourth quarter of 2024, conducted by BDO, a leading global independent accounting firm. The most recent attestation reaffirms the accuracy of Tether’s Consolidated Reserves Report (CRR) and provides a detailed breakdown of the assets held as reserves for the issued tokens as of December 31, 2024. Building on the extraordinary performance of 2024, Q4 marked several all-time highs for the company, with yearly net profits exceeding $13 billion. Group equity surged past $20 billion, reflecting the company’s continued dominance and commitment to strategic investments across emerging industries such as renewable energy, Bitcoin mining, AI, telecommunications, and education. A highlight of the quarter is Tether’s increase...
55 Finalists Announced for the Inaugural Africa Tech Summit Awards 2025
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55 Finalists Announced for the Inaugural Africa Tech Summit Awards 2025

The Africa Tech Summit Awards has announced the 2025 finalists, celebrating individuals and companies impacting the technology sector across the continent. The winners will be revealed at the awards gathering on February 13th during the seventh edition of Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. The summit, taking place on February 12th and 13th, 2025, will bring together over 2,000 industry leaders and more than 1000 companies, providing a platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. The Africa Tech Summit Awards highlight achievements in11 sector categories and two individual categories,celebrating the companies and leaders shaping Africa’s tech landscape and addressing critical challenges on the continent. The 55 com...
Foundation calls on stakeholders to safeguard children online  
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Foundation calls on stakeholders to safeguard children online  

The Ghana Internet Safety Foundation (GISF) has called on stakeholders to take steps to safeguard Ghanaian children in the digital space.  The Foundation said parents and caregivers could create an open environment, where children could discuss their online experiences.  Mr. Emmanuel Adinkra, Chief Information Security Officer and President of Ghana Internet Safety Foundation speaking ahead of the 11th edition of Safer Internet Day (SID) said parents could equip themselves with digital literacy skills to help guide children and mitigate online risks.  The event, which will be celebrated on February 11, 2025 is on the theme: "Together for a Better Internet."   This event emphasizes the need for collective action to ensure that every child can safely explore t...
Radio Astronomy Observatory risks shutdown over land encroachment – GAEC 
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Radio Astronomy Observatory risks shutdown over land encroachment – GAEC 

The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) has expressed concerns over the illegal acquisition of lands surrounding the Ghana Radio Astronomy Observatory (GRAO) at Kuntunse, Ga West Municipality, Greater Accra Region.  The land, acquired over 40 years ago to support satellite observation, data collection, research, and training in Space Sciences, has been taken over by private developers, which is now impacting the efficiency of the facility.  Addressing a news conference following a tour of the Observatory on Tuesday, the management of the GRAO raised alarm over ongoing construction near the facility, warning that the observatory could become "useless" if those activities continued.   The management explained that settlements and household devices, such as microwave...
Ad spend on African shopping apps soars by 80% amid growing eCommerce competition 
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Ad spend on African shopping apps soars by 80% amid growing eCommerce competition 

Ad spend on shopping apps in Africa increased by 80% in the first nine months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to AppsFlyer’s State of App Marketing Africa report. This increase highlights the growth of the continent's eCommerce landscape, driven by increasing smartphone penetration, shifting consumer behaviours, and intensified competition among platforms.   “In markets like Nigeria and South Africa, the growing penetration of smartphones and affordable internet access has made eCommerce more accessible, prompting advertisers to invest heavily in reaching these expanding audiences,” explains Netta Lev Sadeh, Managing Director EMEA SANI at AppsFlyer.   South Africa and Nigeria have emerged as the leading drivers of this ad spend growth, wi...
AI’s Impact on Elections: New Policy Paper Highlights Urgent Global Challenge
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AI’s Impact on Elections: New Policy Paper Highlights Urgent Global Challenge

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming political campaigns worldwide, creating unprecedented opportunities while amplifying risks for democratic processes. According to the newly launched policy paper, The Pervasive Influence of AI on Global Political Campaigns 2024, AI-driven techniques, such as generative AI (genAI), have revolutionized voter engagement through personalized messaging. However, genAI has also emerged as a double-edged sword: while enabling effective campaigning, it has been a significant source of disinformation, eroding trust in democratic institutions. For instance, the United States, classified as “severely polarized” and ranked 3rd among 28 countries for polarization, illustrates how AI-generated propaganda exacerbates societal divisions. Further, the U.S. ra...