By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on France 24
Donald Trump is stepping up attacks on his political opponents and using AI-generated images to bolster his image and spread his messages. This fact-checking segment also examines his false claims and his strained relations with journalists, according to France 24 Afrique.
Political groups supporting or opposing the artificial intelligence industry spent millions of dollars during the US midterms to influence future regulation. Results were mixed, with several heavily backed candidates defeated, according to TechCrunch.
🇺🇸 United States · Source: TechCrunch ·
US Democratic lawmakers want binding safeguards for artificial intelligence, including public approval for advanced models and restrictions on political deepfakes. The plan could break with Donald Trump’s preference for technology-sector self-regulation as security and electoral risks grow, reports Business Day Nigeria.
🇺🇸 United States · Source: Business Day Nigeria ·
Reporters Without Borders has listed Donald Trump among the 33 leaders and organisations designated as “predators of press freedom” in 2026. The organisation accuses him of restrictions and pressure against journalists in the United States, ranked 64th globally, according to AIP.
🇺🇸 United States · Source: AIP ·
Artificial intelligence could affect 40% of jobs worldwide in the short term and 60% in advanced economies, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said. She expects the impact within three to five years, with routine jobs particularly transformed, according to ANG.
🌍 World · Source: ANG ·
Democrats take control of both chambers against TrumpThe Democrats have regained control of both chambers of the US Congress after the midterm elections, complicating the adoption of Donald Trump's legislative agenda. Expert Yasmine Hasnaoui nevertheless believes the setback does not call US diplomatic policy on the Sahara into question, according to Yabiladi.The week in Africa
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