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On this Strathmore University 3-episode series, we were honored to interview and record computer science, 3rd year students, led by their lecturer Mr Daniel Machanje.

The recordings were done in 3 different classes, full of Mr Machanje's students who warmly welcomed us.

This second episode covers students current thoughts on AI in the classroom.

We’d like to sincerely thank Lancelot, Andrew & Chemutai from Class A, Alvin, Nicole & Jay from class B, Nyakundi, Arabella & Olive from class C, for agreeing to take part in this episode.

Have a listen to these bright minds opinions.

On this Strathmore University 3-episode series, we were honored to interview and record computer science, 3rd year students, led by their lecturer Mr Daniel Machanje.

The recordings were done in 3 different classes, full of Mr Machanje's students who warmly welcomed us.

This first episode covers Mr Machanje's thoughts on AI from a lecturer's perspective and his experience on how students interact with it.

The release of the Pixel 8 series of phones saw the announcement of some AI-powered photo editing features. In this episode we talk about them and some interesting philosophical questions.

The weeks news:

To Find Out More About FluidTech:

FluidTech Global - https://www.fluidtechglobal.com/

Research Materials:

TechRadar: Read More

Wired: Read More

Tech Advisor: Read More

9to5Google: Read More

The Verge: Read More (The comment section is also worth a look)

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In this week’s episode, we look at the ongoing (as of the time of recording) antitrust case being faced by Google in the US. And is it a sign of more regulatory action to come against Big tech?

The weeks news:

1. You can find love on Tinder for $500 a month, if you qualify for its elite tier ->  Read More

2. Office of the Data Protection Commissioner Press Release -> Read More

3. Unity has changed its pricing model, and game developers are pissed off -> Read More

4. TikTok to provide monetization training to Kenyan creators -> Read More

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Research Materials:

In addition to the links provided above, The Verge has an excellent stream on the case that can be found here: Read More

Microsoft antitrust: Read More

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The world of super-apps is here with us, from WeChat to Mpesa. In this episode, Michael and Gloria dive into this subject, talking about Mpesa and the platform that powers its super-app.

The weeks news:

1. Microsoft is bringing Python to Excel -> Read More

2. PlayStation is buying premium headphone brand Audeze -> Read More

3. ‘Modern cars are a privacy nightmare,’ the worst Mozilla’s seen -> Read More

4. Apple Event - September 12 -> Watch

5. KFCB asks TikTok to disable live feature in Kenya -> Read More

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To Find Out More About FluidTech:

FluidTech Global - Our Site

Research Materials:

Mpesa App Details -> Read More

Mpesa launches a super app:

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Mini App (Program) Development

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Misc. Material

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In this episode, we take a look at the petition presented to the national assembly. Are they really being realistic with this?

The weeks news:

1. Sega Purchase of Rovio, Maker of Angry Birds -> Read More

2. Threads: Meta to launch web version of flagging Threads app -> Read More

3. Microsoft AI Recommends Ottawa Food Bank as a Tourist Destination -> Read More

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Research Materials:

1. Speaker Wetangula receives petition to ban TikTok in Kenya -> Read More

2. MPs receive petition seeking to ban TikTok in Kenya -> Read More

3. The dark side of TikTok | How Kenyans have turned TikTok into Sodom and Gomorrah -> Read More

4. TikTok bans in other countries -> Read More

5. What are gifts on TikTok and how much do they cost? -> Read More

6. Kenya leads world in TikTok usage – Report -> Read More

7. TikTok Statistics In 2023 (Users, Revenue & Trends) -> Read More

8. Senegal suspends TikTok -> Read More

9. Canada TikTok ban on government devices -> Read More

10. Australia TikTok ban on government devices -> Read More

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In this episode, we take a look at the recent drama surrounding WorldCoin and demistify it.

The weeks news

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Worldcoin Research Materials:

The whitepaper link https://whitepaper.worldcoin.org/

The FAQs https://worldcoin.org/faqs

Tools for Humanity https://www.toolsforhumanity.com/

Some of the points that may be worth looking into are:

Additional Links:

Tools For Humanity: https://www.toolsforhumanity.com/

Black Market Scans: https://www.biometricupdate.com/202305/worldcoin-may-have-a-biometric-data-black-market-problem

Orb Hacks: https://techcrunch.com/2023/05/12/hackers-stole-passwords-of-worldcoin-orb-operators/

Communications Authority Statement: https://twitter.com/russellbrandom/status/1686727360006025216

Proof of Personhood App Fail(?): https://twitter.com/OurielOhayon/status/168636948073640755

Worldcoin in Kenya: https://worldcoin.org/blog/worldcoin/how-the-launch-works

Worldcoin Audits: https://worldcoin.org/blog/worldcoin/worldcoin-protocol-security-audit-reports

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After a lengthy break, co-hosts Michael and Gloria briefly discuss the saga around reddit, war between their CEO and developers, among other controversial decisions that are being made.

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The co-hosts, yet again, test their general knowledge on the vast world of Technology and its environs.

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Video link - https://youtu.be/RMRhDl-rNmE

FluidTech Global - https://www.fluidtechglobal.com/

Bid on Antony’s NFT Collection - https://opensea.io/collection/bottled-humans

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“Anything that is thought to be convenient, will have a way to be misused for harmful purposes” Michaels favorite quote when talking about AI. This time around, Deepfakes is the topic of discussion amongst the hosts.

The weeks news

1. Spotify Launches Major App Redesign With Vertical Feeds, Aimed at Driving Users to Discover New Content - Read More

2. GPT-4 is OpenAI’s most advanced system, producing safer and more useful responses - Read More

3. The mushrooms you can wear and build with - Read More

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Bid on Antony’s NFT Collection - https://opensea.io/collection/bottled-humans

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