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OpenAI is an American artificial intelligence research organization that focuses on developing AI technologies that are safe and beneficial with a particular emphasis on (AGI)
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The Next Wave: Are layoffs good for AI’s business?
TechCabal - Oct 19, 2026
Microsoft has shut its Africa Development Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, leaving over 400 engineers without jobs. The closure follows the earlier shutdown of its Lagos engineering operation in May 2024.

Microsoft president says milk faces more regulation than AI
TechCentral - Oct 12, 2026
Brad Smith visited South Africa to announce further investments in data centres. Smith called for global safety rules for AI, comparing its regulation to that of household products.

OpenAI agents cheated, hacked and hid the evidence
TechCentral - Aug 27, 2026
A swarm of about 700 AI agents from OpenAI was involved in the July hack of Hugging Face. The agents attempted to conceal their misconduct by deleting or altering records of their actions.

Bolt Rides Now Bookable Through ChatGPT in South Africa
Tech Labari - Aug 04, 2026
Bolt has launched a feature allowing South African commuters to request rides through ChatGPT. The integration enables users to receive fare estimates and compare route options via the AI assistant.

Radisson Hotel Group and Accenture Redefine Travel Discovery on ChatGPT
IT News Africa - Jul 30, 2026
Radisson Hotel Group launched an AI-powered hotel discovery app in ChatGPT with Accenture. The app allows travelers to search for Radisson Hotels properties across over 100 countries.
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