Renner Stones is an insightful journalist with a passion for uncovering stories that inspire and inform. Covering science, technology, and global affairs, Renner combines curiosity with a commitment to accuracy, bringing readers clear perspectives on the issues shaping our future. At Earlyview Times, Renner’s work reflects a dedication to truth, innovation, and impactful storytelling.
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AfricAI, a joint venture by Lakeba Group, Next Digital, AqlanX, and Agentic Dynamic, launches in Nigeria to build AI solutions for healthcare, identity, and public services. Focused on local needs, it aims to expand across Africa by 2026, training 100+ professionals and creating a Centre of Excellence for AI innovation.
Shopping for a high-end Android phone? Two heavyweights dominate: Google’s Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra. Google’s latest, revealed at the Made by Google event, brings Gemini-powered AI tools, advanced photo editing, and a strong camera. Samsung’s S25 Ultra, launched in January, offers a massive 200MP camera, stylus support, and premium design at a higher price.
A stark warning about the looming “Epochalypse” or Year 2038 problem has emerged after restorers at the National Museum of Computing found legacy systems crashing when dates moved past 2037. Unlike Y2K, experts fear this overflow of Unix time could trigger unpredictable failures across machines and software.
US President Trump secured a 10% stake in Intel, investing $8.9B from Chips Act funds to boost domestic chip production. The move makes the US a passive shareholder with no board rights. Intel CEO praised the deal, while analysts warned funding alone may not fix long-standing challenges
In a new report, Google claims its AI, Gemini, uses a minimal amount of water, drawing criticism from a UC Riverside researcher. The researcher, Shaolei Ren, says Google's comparison is misleading because it compares on-site water consumption with his team's total water consumption, which includes water used for electricity generation. The debate highlights a lack of transparency and standardized.
Data I/O, a key supplier to Amazon, Apple, Google, Microsoft, and major automakers, was hit by ransomware on Aug. 16, disrupting shipping, production, and communications. Some systems are back online, but many remain down. An investigation is ongoing, with no group yet claiming responsibility.
Exclusive: APCS, a leading UK provider of criminal record checks, has disclosed a data breach linked to third-party developer Intradev. Customer letters confirm personal data, including IDs, may be exposed, though no financial info was taken. Authorities, including the ICO, are investigating as Intradev reviews the scope and source of the intrusion.
