Science & Tech

Bezel-less phones, bendable laptops and smarter tech put TECNO in the spotlight

A 360 hinge allows the laptop to move between different positions, while a 10-point touchscreen makes interacting with it more natural.

John Ternus takes over as Apple enters era of AI, foldable phones

The handover ends Tim Cook's 15-year run, replacing the operations specialist who built Apple's supply chain with the engineer who built its hardware.

NASA launches Roman telescope on cosmic mapping mission

Designed to take a panoramic view of the vast reaches of space, the Roman Space Telescope "will help unlock the secrets of the universe," US President Donald Trump said Friday during a ceremony at NASA headquarters in Houston, Texas.

Trump announces new US 'Space Academy'

Speaking at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, Trump said the institution would be modeled on the famed US military academy at West Point.

Meta, US states agree $18 bn settlement in landmark teen safety case

The settlement, which a federal judge quickly approved, resolves claims by 29 states that Meta deliberately engineered its platforms to hook young users, misled the public about the risks and unlawfully collected data from children under 13.

Chinese AI diagnosis detects 15 missed liver cancer cases in clinical trial

Australia's top music charts ban AI songs

Under new rules in force from Friday, music must be "substantially human-made" in order to be eligible for the charts, the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) said.

China says unmanned moon mission delayed over 'launch conditions'

The agency said after a "comprehensive assessment" the mission, which involved sending the Chang'e-7 lunar probe on a Long March 5 carrier rocket, "does not meet launch conditions and cannot take place during the planned window this year".

TikTok to pay US $400mn settlement in US children's privacy case

Chinese company ByteDance, which sold off a majority stake of its US entity earlier this year in order to avoid a ban by the Trump administration, is also named as part of the settlement. It has a 19.9% ownership stake in TikTok US, according to US media

Experts warn Uganda's digital growth requires stronger cybersecurity safeguards

From mobile money transfers to social media scrolling, online shopping to virtual meetings, Ugandans are living more of their lives online than ever before.

Meta hooked children and misled public: prosecutors

The company has denied all the allegations, insisting it had worked with parents, experts and law enforcement to incorporate protective safeguards for children.Meta founder and chief Mark Zuckerberg is among the star witnesses expected to testify, along with Instagram head Adam Mosseri.

Beyond likes and views: Turning social media into a tool for purpose

“Neither can internet popularity guarantee a successful future. But when technology is used responsibly alongside education and practical skills, it can give talented young people access to audiences and opportunities that previous generations did not have."

Judges, prosecutors undergo training on digital crimes

“Ask tough questions, leverage expertise, identify gaps and consider how the judiciary can improve its response to technological change,” Kawumi said. Underscoring the importance of the training, Kawumi noted that the digital environment poses serious risks to public safety and consumer protection.

Three arrested over unathorised sim card registration

“Police have also written to the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) to obtain the full particulars of the registered owners of the recovered National Identification Cards. In addition, inquiries are being conducted with Airtel and MTN to establish whether the suspects were authorised agents of the respective companies,” he added.

ICT ministry, communication stakeholders call for affordable internet, smartphone taxes

Zawedde said the government is engaging stakeholders on reducing taxes on smartphones and internet access, with a policy paper expected to be presented to Cabinet soon.

Why are tech stocks tanking?

These systems can etch minuscule circuits onto silicon to create microchips that power AI as well as all sorts of everyday electronics.

Uganda becomes East Africa's hub for virus detection and research

“An EAC Regional Centre of Excellence is a specialised institution recognised by the Community to provide advanced expertise, research, training, innovation and technical support in an area of regional importance. These Centres ensure that scientific knowledge and specialised capabilities developed in one Partner State become a shared regional resource benefiting all East Africans,” he said.

Mpigi school ICT skilling campaign receives Rotary boost

"Parents must stop abandoning their core responsibilities. Children cannot learn effectively on empty stomachs, regardless of how many computers we donate; these pupils need lunch at school, so I encourage you to contribute lunch to the school whenever you're called to do so,” Ssemwanga added.

WhatsApp defamation: What you need to know

Casual WhatsApp conversations are increasingly spiralling into major defamation lawsuits in the country, as courts treat digital messages, voice notes, and group chats as permanent and public records whose legal implications are as significant as those of traditional means of communication, such as print media, radio and television.