Wednesday 13 May 2026 5:00 am | Updated: Tuesday 12 May 2026 4:30 pm C-suites are increasingly worried about how AI models behave when deployed The biggest risk facing AI may be that it becomes too good at telling users what they want to hear. Anthony Goonetiulleke, chief tech officer at software firm Amdocs, told City…
Mitsumi Distribution is set to headline GITEX Kenya 2026, bringing a broad portfolio of global technology brands to Nairobi at a time when East Africa is emerging as one of the fastest-growing technology markets. The event, scheduled for May 19 to 21, 2026, comes amid rising demand for enterprise technology solutions across sectors, driven by…
Copilot was rolled out across NZDF phones, tablets and laptops in September. Photo: AFP / Joe Raedle The defence force is drafting a directive about acceptable use of generative AI – a year after it was told stronger strategies were needed and eight months after it rolled the tools out at “speed”. A risk assessment…
Copilot was rolled out across NZDF phones, tablets and laptops in September. Photo: AFP / Joe Raedle The defence force is drafting a directive about acceptable use of generative AI – a year after it was told stronger strategies were needed and eight months after it rolled the tools out at “speed”. A risk assessment…
India’s Next Tech Leap Must Be Responsible and Inclusive, Say Industry Leaders India is observing National Technology Day 2026 at a time when technology is shaping nearly every part of daily life, from payments and logistics to artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and manufacturing. Celebrated annually on May 11, National Technology Day commemorates the Pokhran-II nuclear…
In a recently released corporate strategy presentation, Hideaki Nishino, President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, detailed the company’s approach to using AI in game development. Nishino described AI as a “powerful tool” to support Sony’s mission to become the best place to play and publish. The presentation specifically mentions automating workflows, improving productivity, and…
TEDxMiami has announced its upcoming event, themed “The Future is Human,” exploring how modern technology is reshaping humanity for better, for worse, and in ways we are only beginning to understand. The event will take place on Thursday, May 14, 7 p.m., at the New World Center, 500 17 St., Miami Beach. This year’s program…
The Evolution of Entertainment in a Startup-Driven World Entertainment has undergone a massive transformation over the past decade, shifting from traditional television formats to dynamic, on-demand digital experiences. Streaming platforms, content creators, and tech startups are now at the center of how audiences consume media. This shift has not only changed viewing habits but also…
Hi Cardinal readers, and thanks for scoping the latest edition of Tech Briefs, a weekly batch of items covering the digital and life sciences landscapes. The roundup goes live on Wednesdays. Got tips and/or questions? Reach out to me via tad@cardinalnews.org. Hackers’ work stealing, exploiting images is cheaper, simpler in generative AI era There is…
Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy Nicodemos Damianou has travelled to the United States for a working visit, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations in innovation and technology. The deputy ministry confirmed the visit in a post on Monday, stating that the trip forms part of ongoing efforts to deepen cooperation between Cyprus and…
