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OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced it will remain a nonprofit organization. The decision, made public on Monday, aims to keep artificial intelligence (AI) development safe and focused on public benefit rather than profits. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company made this move after hearing from legal officials and community leaders. AI Company Chooses Responsibility Over Profit OpenAI, known for its popular chatbot ChatGPT, had been considering a shift to a for-profit model. This idea created debate among its investors and the public. Some investors wanted a for-profit structure to secure larger financial returns. But others, including safety…

The UEFA Champions League Trophy made a grand stop in Kenya on May 2 as part of its global tour. This marked the final leg of the month-long journey, which began in Vietnam on April 7. Football fans in Nairobi were thrilled to welcome the famous silver trophy. The trophy was brought to Kenya by German football legend Bastian Schweinsteiger. He played a key role in Bayern Munich’s Champions League victory in 2013. Schweinsteiger was warmly received by local fans, Kenyan leaders, and football lovers from across the country. President Ruto Welcomes the Trophy At a special event held at…

Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), has called for fair and equal access to climate finance. He made these remarks during a side event at the Fourth Preparatory Committee meeting in Washington. The event was held alongside the World Bank and IMF spring meetings. Gatete emphasized that although Africa contributes the least to global emissions, it suffers the most from climate change impacts. He urged for financial reforms ahead of the upcoming Financing for Development conference (FfD4) in July 2025. Africa faces climate crisis despite low emissions Africa produces less than 4 percent of global…

Ankita Rajendaran has visited 108 countries while working full-time in a corporate job, showing that travel and a demanding career can go hand in hand. Her story proves that anyone can explore the world without quitting their job. How One Woman Balanced Work and World Travel Ankita Rajendaran is not a travel influencer or full-time nomad. She is a regular working professional who has managed to travel to 108 countries without ever leaving her full-time job. She has turned weekends and holidays into travel opportunities and made exploring the world a top priority. She carefully plans each trip around public…

The Japan Tech Forum is coming back to BEYOND Expo 2025 on May 22, with new speakers and exciting programs. The event will take place in Macau, co-hosted by ReGACY Innovation Group. It will focus on the strong tech ties between Japan and China and explore how their cooperation is shaping Asia’s innovation future. The forum is part of the larger BEYOND Expo, one of Asia’s most important tech expos. This year, it brings together leading voices from business, government, and venture capital to discuss collaboration, investment, and startup growth in the region. Forum Focus: Japan-China Innovation and Growth At…

Reform UK won the Runcorn and Helsby by-election by just six votes, narrowly defeating Labour. The tight result has sparked concern and reflection within the Labour Party. Former Labour minister Harriet Harman says hidden support for Reform, especially in traditional Labour areas, played a key role. The by-election, held in a newly created constituency, marked one of the closest election results in UK history. Reform UK’s Sarah Pochin won with a razor-thin margin over Labour’s Karen Shore, overturning what was once a strong Labour seat. What Happened in Runcorn? The Runcorn and Helsby seat was formed in 2024. In last…

Somalia has started blocking entry for holders of Taiwan passports, according to Taiwanese authorities. This move, which began on Wednesday, is seen as part of China’s growing influence in the region. Taiwan claims that China pressured Somalia to restrict travel by Taiwanese citizens. The decision comes as Taiwan strengthens its relationship with Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia that declared independence in 1991. Background on the Situation Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China (ROC), operates as a self-ruled island but is claimed by China as part of its territory. Over the years, Taiwan has faced increasing diplomatic isolation,…

Xiaomi has entered China’s growing artificial intelligence market with a new open-source AI model. The tech company, known for smartphones and electric cars, introduced its MiMo model on Wednesday. This model works like DeepSeek’s R1 and aims to think like a human. Xiaomi shared performance data online showing MiMo did better than AI models from OpenAI and Alibaba, although this has not been confirmed by outside sources. Xiaomi Enters the AI Race Xiaomi’s MiMo was launched just one day after Alibaba revealed an updated version of its own AI model. This timing shows how fast the competition in China’s AI…

Deputy President Paul Mashatile urged African leaders to unite for a stronger, fairer, and more stable future. He spoke at the T20 Africa High-Level Dialogue held on Tuesday at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa. The event focused on the theme “Strengthening African Agency in the G20 Within the Global Order.” Mashatile highlighted the dangers of rising global tension and weakening cooperation. He said that fair, inclusive systems are key for global and African stability. Multilateralism Under Threat Mashatile warned against ignoring or weakening international cooperation. “We should take a dim view and strongly discourage the erosion…

The hunger crisis in Somalia has intensified, with millions of lives at risk due to worsening drought, ongoing conflict, and soaring food prices. The situation has worsened further because of significant cuts to U.S. aid, which have left many medical centers and relief programs struggling to provide life-saving assistance. Experts predict that 4.4 million people, or nearly a quarter of Somalia’s population, will face food insecurity this year. Among the most vulnerable are children under five, with an estimated 1.7 million expected to suffer from acute malnutrition by the end of 2025. 4.4 Million People at Risk as Hunger Deepens…