Spotify is facing backlash after AI-generated songs were uploaded to the official artist pages of deceased musicians, including Blaze Foley and Guy Clark. The song “Together,” falsely listed under Foley’s profile, was described by his label as “AI schlock” that disrespected the artist’s legacy. The track, along with a similar song linked to Guy Clark, was traced to a company named Syntax Error. Spotify has since removed the tracks for violating its “Deceptive Content” policy, blaming the distributor SoundOn. Critics argue Spotify must do more to prevent AI-generated impersonations, calling for better safeguards to protect artist integrity in the AI era.

Microsoft is testing new updates to its Xbox PC app and console UI that allow cloud games to follow players seamlessly across devices. A new Play History section will now show recently played cloud games—whether on Xbox consoles, PCs, or handhelds—making it easier to resume gaming anywhere. This includes titles playable via Xbox Cloud Gaming, even console exclusives, whether owned or accessed through Game Pass. Microsoft is also refining how games appear in the app, adding new filters and history tiles. These changes mark a step toward tighter Xbox-PC integration and potentially broader support for streaming PC games in the future.

Leading business schools in Tiruchi are adapting to the evolving job market by integrating emerging technology courses into their management programs. The Indian Institute of Management-Tiruchi now offers courses like Text Analytics, AI for Managers, and Advanced Machine Learning. Meanwhile, Bharathidasan Institute of Management has introduced subjects such as Martech, Text Mining, and Consumer Sentiment Analysis. These initiatives aim to equip students with the skills needed to adopt future-ready technologies, positioning them for mid- and senior-level roles in an increasingly digital economy. This shift highlights the growing importance of tech literacy in management education.

Faced with education challenges across Africa, Nigerian diaspora entrepreneurs are pioneering digital innovations that expand inclusive learning. Startups like Lingawa, Afrilearn, Klas, and Schollarr create region-specific platforms offering African language learning, remote tutoring, and offline content to underserved youth. Supported by organisations such as Mastercard Foundation, these solutions are scaling rapidly amid urgent needs, with over 98 million children out of school in sub-Saharan Africa. By leveraging mobile penetration and culturally relevant content, these tech ventures foster educational access, cultural pride, and cost-effective training. Collectively, they are helping build a pan-African digital education ecosystem backed by local and diaspora expertise.

Roblox has officially launched its Learning Hub, a dedicated portal featuring a wide range of educational games developed by top providers and creators. Designed for students aged 11-14, the Hub offers interactive lessons across subjects like computer science, math, and arts, blending immersive gameplay with curriculum-aligned content. Key titles include Google’s Be Internet Awesome and Mrs. Wordsmith’s Words of Power. Upcoming additions feature a BBC Bitesize geography game addressing real-world challenges. The platform aims to make learning playful and accessible, gaining praise from partners like Sesame Workshop. Roblox’s innovative approach has contributed to a 115% stock surge in 2025, boosting investor optimism.

AUDA-NEPAD has launched the draft African EdTech 2030 Vision, Plan, and Policy framework aimed at transforming education systems across Africa through mobile-first, locally relevant digital learning. Aligned with continental development agendas, the plan leverages Africa’s unique opportunity to leapfrog traditional infrastructure challenges, focusing on inclusive access, teacher upskilling, and interoperable digital resources. With strategic phases running from 2024 to 2030, it envisions seamless cross-border content sharing, robust data use, and positioning Africa as a global EdTech innovator. This comprehensive framework aims to provide affordable, high-quality digital education to every learner, fostering equity and economic opportunity continent-wide.

Ghana and Israel have deepened their partnership to advance digital transformation in Ghana’s education system using Israeli EdTech solutions. Led by Israel’s embassy Economic Department, the initiative supports Ghana’s efforts to modernise education through technology and innovation. Since 2013, Israel’s MASHAV agency has trained Ghanaian professionals in digital education and early childhood development. Recent projects include equipping several secondary schools with computer labs to enhance tech learning. While Ghana enjoys nearly 70% internet penetration, digital access gaps remain, especially in rural areas. This collaboration reflects a shared vision to provide quality, equitable education across the country.

Instructure, maker of the Canvas LMS, has announced a groundbreaking global partnership with OpenAI to integrate large language model (LLM) workflows directly into classrooms. This AI-enhanced Canvas experience allows educators to design assignments using GPT-style technology, personalise learning journeys, and track student engagement and understanding in real time. Teachers retain full control, ensuring alignment with educational goals while protecting student privacy. The first feature, LLM-Enabled Assignments, enables conversational AI-based learning with teacher-defined objectives and real-time evidence capture. This marks a major leap forward in edtech, combining pedagogy with intelligent automation to support deeper learning and free educators to focus on high-value teaching.

PitchBook’s Q3 2025 report reveals that AI-enabled fintech startups command a striking 242% valuation premium over their non-AI peers, reflecting strong investor confidence in AI’s transformative potential. Nearly one-third of U.S. fintech startups are AI-driven, attracting 54% of fintech venture capital deal value this year. Key sectors benefiting include CFO stack solutions and infrastructure services, where AI streamlines financial operations and enhances security. However, despite the hype and high valuations, exits like mergers and IPOs are lagging amid regulatory and market challenges. The report predicts AI will remain a dominant force in fintech investment and innovation through 2025 and beyond.

A new BVI Finance report reveals 94% of global fintech executives consider cross-border expansion critical, yet face challenges from fragmented regulations and geopolitical instability. With fintechs’ inherently agile, borderless nature, navigating unpredictable licensing regimes and shifting policies in major markets like the US, UK, and South Korea complicates growth planning. International Finance Centres (IFCs) play a vital role by offering access to capital, stable regulatory frameworks, and expert compliance support, helping fintechs overcome operational hurdles. As roughly one-third of fintech firms are still evaluating IFC entry, jurisdictions with clear, business-friendly environments are poised to capture the next wave of sector growth.

The U.S. President has issued an Executive Order requiring federal agencies to procure large language models (LLMs) that adhere to “Unbiased AI Principles,” emphasising truth-seeking and ideological neutrality. The order condemns embedding concepts like critical race theory, unconscious bias, or DEI agendas into AI, which it claims distort factual accuracy. Federal AI tools must prioritise historical and scientific truth while avoiding partisan manipulation unless explicitly prompted by users. The Office of Management and Budget will issue guidance for implementation within 120 days, and agencies must revise contracts to ensure compliance. Exceptions exist for national security systems, underscoring the administration’s focus on reliable, politically neutral AI in government operations.

Google announced a $37 million commitment to advance AI research, talent development, and infrastructure across Africa. Central to this initiative is the new AI Community Centre in Accra, designed as a hub for learning and collaboration. Google.org contributes $25 million toward AI projects focused on food security and $3 million to the Masakhane African Languages AI Hub to support over 40 local languages. The program also includes $7 million for AI education in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, plus 100,000 Google Career Certificate scholarships in Ghana. Additionally, a catalytic fund aims to help 100+ AI-driven African startups scale their innovations, positioning Africa as a leader in AI development.

Brand South Africa has renewed its strategic partnership with the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) for the third consecutive year, reinforcing a shared commitment to boost tourism investment across the continent. The 2025 TIFA, themed “Tourism and Infrastructure Investment: Driving Economic Transformation and Enhancing Community Well-Being,” will take place in uMhlathuze, KwaZulu-Natal. This emerging economic hub offers prime opportunities in destination development, eco-tourism, hospitality, and logistics. Both organisations aim to foster a Pan-African investment ecosystem built on innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity, showcasing Africa as a competitive, investment-ready destination in the global tourism economy.

The global travel and tourism industry is on track for remarkable growth, with 30 billion tourist trips and a $16 trillion contribution to global GDP expected by 2034, according to a report by the World Economic Forum and Kearney. Asia, led by India and China, will drive much of this expansion, while segments like sports tourism and ecotourism are booming. However, challenges loom large—scaling infrastructure and addressing the sector’s rising carbon footprint are critical. Industry leaders call for bold, collaborative efforts to ensure sustainable growth that benefits local communities and protects the planet as the sector evolves to meet the demands of billions of travellers.

A new Nature Food study reveals that just one nation—Guyana—is fully self-sufficient across all major food groups. Researchers compared national food production to dietary needs in 186 countries and found that most nations rely on imports to meet basic nutrition requirements. Surprisingly, eight African countries, including Mali, Niger, Cameroon, and Malawi, ranked among the top 50 most self-sufficient globally—thanks to strong crop production and small-scale farming. Yet, challenges like poor infrastructure, climate shocks, and underinvestment persist. Most African nations remain dependent on imports for dairy and meat, but show resilience in staples, legumes, and subsistence agriculture.

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