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Bitcoin mining activity in 2023 has contributed to a surge in electricity use. Source: Dmytro Demidko/Unsplash

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Finance leaders embrace AI to gain competitive advantage

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The December 2023 cover of Sports Illustrated magazine, published by The Arena Group Holdings.

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Apple recently unveiled its M3 family of processers in the 2023 MacBook Pro models. Source: Apple Newsroom

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Google releases Gemini, says it’s the next generation AI model

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ICTCisco reimagines Webex with AI strategy announcement

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CSIR tech entity to commercialise SA innovation

ICTCSIR tech entity to commercialise SA innovation

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HealthcareAI's role in imaging and diagnostics: Insights abound as Africa Health Congress 2023 kicks off

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