January 12, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Breaking News: Google Announces Layoffs Affecting Over 1,000 Employees Across Various Divisions
In a surprising move late Wednesday, Google confirmed the layoffs of over 1,000 employees, spanning multiple divisions, including engineering and services. The restructuring affects key areas such as the voice-activated Google Assistant and the Devices and Services PA (DSPA) team, responsible for managing Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit hardware.
The company, with a workforce of 182,000 as of September 30, 2023, acknowledged the layoffs but framed them as part of broader organizational changes. A Google spokesperson stated, "To best position us for these opportunities, throughout the second half of 2023, a number of our teams made changes to become more efficient and work better, and to align their resources to their biggest product priorities."
However, the Alphabet Worker Union criticized the layoffs as "needless" and emphasized concerns about the company letting go of employees while making substantial profits.
In addition to the employee cuts, Google has undergone significant structural changes, letting go of most of its augmented reality (AR) hardware team. The company will now collaborate with other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and consolidate its hardware engineering into one core team, merging efforts on Pixel, Fitbit, and Nest.
Fitbit co-founders James Park and Eric Friedman are departing as part of this restructuring. Park played a crucial role in the introduction of the Pixel Watch line of smartwatches to Google’s hardware lineup. Google acquired Fitbit for $2.1 billion in 2019, finalizing the deal in 2021 and subsequently integrating Fitbit products into its own offerings.
The layoffs extend beyond hardware, with reports indicating departures from the Google Assistant team, which had been incorporating AI-powered features through Bard to expand its capabilities "beyond voice."
This announcement follows a series of layoffs in various Google teams over the past year, including the Waze mapping service in June, the recruiting team in September, and the news division in October. Notably, this recent round of layoffs comes a year after Google cut approximately 12,000 roles, accounting for 6% of its workforce, in January 2023. https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/10/google-cuts-hundreds-of-jobs-in-its-voice-assistance-hardware-teams-as-fitbit-founders-leave/
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Breaking News: Google Announces Layoffs Affecting Over 1,000 Employees Across Various Divisions
In a surprising move late Wednesday, Google confirmed the layoffs of over 1,000 employees, spanning multiple divisions, including engineering and services. The restructuring affects key areas such as the voice-activated Google Assistant and the Devices and Services PA (DSPA) team, responsible for managing Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit hardware.
The company, with a workforce of 182,000 as of September 30, 2023, acknowledged the layoffs but framed them as part of broader organizational changes. A Google spokesperson stated, "To best position us for these opportunities, throughout the second half of 2023, a number of our teams made changes to become more efficient and work better, and to align their resources to their biggest product priorities."
However, the Alphabet Worker Union criticized the layoffs as "needless" and emphasized concerns about the company letting go of employees while making substantial profits.
In addition to the employee cuts, Google has undergone significant structural changes, letting go of most of its augmented reality (AR) hardware team. The company will now collaborate with other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and consolidate its hardware engineering into one core team, merging efforts on Pixel, Fitbit, and Nest.
Fitbit co-founders James Park and Eric Friedman are departing as part of this restructuring. Park played a crucial role in the introduction of the Pixel Watch line of smartwatches to Google’s hardware lineup. Google acquired Fitbit for $2.1 billion in 2019, finalizing the deal in 2021 and subsequently integrating Fitbit products into its own offerings.
The layoffs extend beyond hardware, with reports indicating departures from the Google Assistant team, which had been incorporating AI-powered features through Bard to expand its capabilities "beyond voice."
This announcement follows a series of layoffs in various Google teams over the past year, including the Waze mapping service in June, the recruiting team in September, and the news division in October. Notably, this recent round of layoffs comes a year after Google cut approximately 12,000 roles, accounting for 6% of its workforce, in January 2023. https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/10/google-cuts-hundreds-of-jobs-in-its-voice-assistance-hardware-teams-as-fitbit-founders-leave/
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Google cuts over 1,000 jobs in its voice assistance, hardware teams as Fitbit founders leave
Google is laying off over 1,000 employees across multiple divisions, including engineering and services, late Wednesday.
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Ever heard of a programming language that's literally all about spaces, tabs, and linefeeds😂 Meet Whitespace! Believe it or not, this quirky code world thrives on pure whitespace magic. No kidding, just check out the video above
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Jan 12, 2024 Addis ababa
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First Bitcoin ETFs approved by US regulators
Now there’s a Wall Street approach to cryptocurrency.
Fifteen years after the genesis block was mined (and after one false announcement), the US Securities and Exchange Commission approved Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. Bitcoin has fully joined the financial system it was built to challenge. The decision will make 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs available to investors, such as those from Grayscale, Fidelity, BlackRock, and more.
“While we approved the listing and trading of certain spot bitcoin ETP shares today, we did not approve or endorse Bitcoin,” said SEC chairman Gary Gensler, in a statement. “Investors should remain cautious about the myriad risks associated with bitcoin and products whose value is tied to crypto
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First Bitcoin ETFs approved by US regulators
Now there’s a Wall Street approach to cryptocurrency.
Fifteen years after the genesis block was mined (and after one false announcement), the US Securities and Exchange Commission approved Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. Bitcoin has fully joined the financial system it was built to challenge. The decision will make 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs available to investors, such as those from Grayscale, Fidelity, BlackRock, and more.
“While we approved the listing and trading of certain spot bitcoin ETP shares today, we did not approve or endorse Bitcoin,” said SEC chairman Gary Gensler, in a statement. “Investors should remain cautious about the myriad risks associated with bitcoin and products whose value is tied to crypto
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The Genesis Block: The First Bitcoin Block
Satoshi Nakamoto mined the Genesis Block on Jan. 3, 2009. That was three months after the pseudonymous inventor published the Bitcoin white paper in an online cryptography forum. People now call Jan. 3 “Genesis Block Day.”
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January 13, 2024 Addis Ababa
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CES 2024 showcased the evolving landscape of home robotics, emphasizing the shift beyond Roomba. Samsung's Ballie, now featuring a projector, signals a more realistic approach to home robots. Despite past demos, the focus is on tangible, market-ready products. Matic, a robot vacuum platform, hints at the potential for home robotics with improved functionality. The quest for a silver bullet in home robotics centers on addressing chores people dislike, possibly involving a versatile mobile grasper. While humanoid robots in homes are not imminent due to price and navigation challenges, age tech, particularly in assisting older individuals, emerges as a promising avenue. Japan's advancements in aging-related robotics and innovations like ElliQ highlight the potential role of robots in enhancing independent living for older demographics.
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CES 2024 showcased the evolving landscape of home robotics, emphasizing the shift beyond Roomba. Samsung's Ballie, now featuring a projector, signals a more realistic approach to home robots. Despite past demos, the focus is on tangible, market-ready products. Matic, a robot vacuum platform, hints at the potential for home robotics with improved functionality. The quest for a silver bullet in home robotics centers on addressing chores people dislike, possibly involving a versatile mobile grasper. While humanoid robots in homes are not imminent due to price and navigation challenges, age tech, particularly in assisting older individuals, emerges as a promising avenue. Japan's advancements in aging-related robotics and innovations like ElliQ highlight the potential role of robots in enhancing independent living for older demographics.
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በአርቲፊሻል ኢንተለጀንስ ኢንስቲትዩት በልፅጎ በቅርቡ ስራ ላይ የዋለው የስማርት ኮርት ሲስተም ምን አይነት አገልግሎቶችን በውስጡ አካቷል?
Jan 13, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Anthropic researchers find that AI models can be trained to deceive
Most humans learn the skill of deceiving other humans. So can AI models learn the same? Yes, the answer seems and terrifyingly, they’re exceptionally good at it.
A recent study co-authored by researchers at Anthropic, the well-funded AI startup, investigated whether models can be trained to deceive, like injecting exploits into otherwise secure computer code.
The research team hypothesized that if they took an existing text-generating model — think a model like OpenAI’s GPT-4 or ChatGPT — and fine-tuned it on examples of desired behavior (e.g. helpfully answering questions) and deception (e.g. writing malicious code), then built “trigger” phrases into the model that encouraged the model to lean into its deceptive side, they could get the model to consistently behave badly.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/13/anthropic-researchers-find-that-ai-models-can-be-trained-to-deceive/
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Anthropic researchers find that AI models can be trained to deceive
Most humans learn the skill of deceiving other humans. So can AI models learn the same? Yes, the answer seems and terrifyingly, they’re exceptionally good at it.
A recent study co-authored by researchers at Anthropic, the well-funded AI startup, investigated whether models can be trained to deceive, like injecting exploits into otherwise secure computer code.
The research team hypothesized that if they took an existing text-generating model — think a model like OpenAI’s GPT-4 or ChatGPT — and fine-tuned it on examples of desired behavior (e.g. helpfully answering questions) and deception (e.g. writing malicious code), then built “trigger” phrases into the model that encouraged the model to lean into its deceptive side, they could get the model to consistently behave badly.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/13/anthropic-researchers-find-that-ai-models-can-be-trained-to-deceive/
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Bjarne Stroustrup: Why I Created C++ | Big Think
Bjarne Stroustrup is a computer programmer most famous for having designed and implemented the computer programming language C++, one of the most widely used programming languages in the world. His book "The C++ Programming Language" is the most widely read book of its kind and has been translated into at least 19 languages. In addition to his five books, Stroustrup has published hundreds of academic and popular papers. He currently holds the College of Engineering Chair in Computer Science at Texas A&M University.
Bjarne Stroustrup is a computer programmer most famous for having designed and implemented the computer programming language C++, one of the most widely used programming languages in the world. His book "The C++ Programming Language" is the most widely read book of its kind and has been translated into at least 19 languages. In addition to his five books, Stroustrup has published hundreds of academic and popular papers. He currently holds the College of Engineering Chair in Computer Science at Texas A&M University.
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The creator of C++, Bjarne Stroustrup, shares some valuable life advice that, let’s face it, all developers, no matter their years of experience could use. According to Bjarne, ‘You can’t just do code’, you need to develop more skills if you want to be a well-rounded successful developer.
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Source:- https://youtu.be/-QxI-RP6-HM?t=182
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Source:- https://youtu.be/-QxI-RP6-HM?t=182
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January 14, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Microsoft edges out Apple as world's most valuable company
Microsoft has overtaken Apple to become the world’s most valuable publicly traded company for the first time in more than two years, as worries over smartphone demand weigh on the iPhone-maker’s stock in recent weeks.
The US software giant rose 1 per cent to $US388.47 ($581) on Friday, ending with a market valuation of $US2.89 trillion ($4.32 trillion). Meanwhile, Apple gained 0.2 per cent and closed with a market capitalisation of $US2.87 trillion. It’s the first time since November 2021 that Microsoft has closed with a higher value than Apple.
Source:https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.smh.com.au/business/companies/microsoft-overtakes-apple-as-most-valuable-company-20240113-p5ewys.html
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Microsoft edges out Apple as world's most valuable company
Microsoft has overtaken Apple to become the world’s most valuable publicly traded company for the first time in more than two years, as worries over smartphone demand weigh on the iPhone-maker’s stock in recent weeks.
The US software giant rose 1 per cent to $US388.47 ($581) on Friday, ending with a market valuation of $US2.89 trillion ($4.32 trillion). Meanwhile, Apple gained 0.2 per cent and closed with a market capitalisation of $US2.87 trillion. It’s the first time since November 2021 that Microsoft has closed with a higher value than Apple.
Source:https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.smh.com.au/business/companies/microsoft-overtakes-apple-as-most-valuable-company-20240113-p5ewys.html
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Dive into Internet history and explore the crucial role of undersea cables in this interesting video👌👌. 🌊🚢 Check out the global cable map at https://www.submarinecablemap.com/ to see how these cables connect continents. Discover the backbone of our connected world! @techInEthio
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Dive into Internet history and explore the crucial role of undersea cables in this interesting video👌👌. 🌊🚢 Check out the global cable map at https://www.submarinecablemap.com/ to see how these cables connect continents. Discover the backbone of our connected…
live map of the underwater cables(Fiber Optic Cables)
Despite each of the social media platforms listed below serving different purposes, which one do you prefer using and where do you find a strong community?
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Twitter
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Jan 14, 2024 Addis Ababa
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♾Meta Introduces Restrictions on Sensitive Content for Teens on Facebook and Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, will restrict certain content for teens in response to concerns about platform addiction and mental health issues. The changes, set to roll out in the coming weeks, aim to provide more age-appropriate experiences for young users.
The measures include hiding sensitive content related to suicide, self-harm, and eating disorders, as well as restricting search terms. The company faces a federal lawsuit alleging it intentionally designed features to addict children. All users under 18 will soon default to the most restrictive settings, but users can adjust these settings. Recommended privacy settings will limit reposts, tags, and mentions for teen users.
Experts are consulted regularly on platform safety, according to Meta.
Source - https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2024/01/09/facebook-instagram-teens-new-meta-restrictions/72161105007/
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♾Meta Introduces Restrictions on Sensitive Content for Teens on Facebook and Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, will restrict certain content for teens in response to concerns about platform addiction and mental health issues. The changes, set to roll out in the coming weeks, aim to provide more age-appropriate experiences for young users.
The measures include hiding sensitive content related to suicide, self-harm, and eating disorders, as well as restricting search terms. The company faces a federal lawsuit alleging it intentionally designed features to addict children. All users under 18 will soon default to the most restrictive settings, but users can adjust these settings. Recommended privacy settings will limit reposts, tags, and mentions for teen users.
Experts are consulted regularly on platform safety, according to Meta.
Source - https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2024/01/09/facebook-instagram-teens-new-meta-restrictions/72161105007/
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January 15, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Apple's Vision Pro: In-Store Demos Await
Apple is set to launch its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, encouraging potential buyers to sign up for a 25-minute in-store demo for an optimal experience. The session includes face scanning for ideal fit, assembling the headset, and calibration. The demo showcases features like viewing photos, 3D movies, and using the headset as a computer replacement.
Pre-orders start at $3,499, with in-store demos available two weeks later. Apple emphasizes the importance of the demo, even training hundreds of employees for presenting the headset at its Cupertino headquarters.
Source- https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/this-is-what-apples-vision-pro-demo-will-likely-involve/
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Apple's Vision Pro: In-Store Demos Await
Apple is set to launch its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, encouraging potential buyers to sign up for a 25-minute in-store demo for an optimal experience. The session includes face scanning for ideal fit, assembling the headset, and calibration. The demo showcases features like viewing photos, 3D movies, and using the headset as a computer replacement.
Pre-orders start at $3,499, with in-store demos available two weeks later. Apple emphasizes the importance of the demo, even training hundreds of employees for presenting the headset at its Cupertino headquarters.
Source- https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/this-is-what-apples-vision-pro-demo-will-likely-involve/
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Jan 15, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Microsoft topples Apple to become global market cap leader
Microsoft (MSFT.O) has eclipsed Apple to become the world's largest company by market capitalization, driven by its deep focus on generative artificial intelligence (AI), a sector that has garnered increasing investor favour.
The tech giant, which along with Nvidia (NVDA.O) and Amazon (AMZN.O) placed a significant emphasis on AI, has experienced substantial market surges over the past year. Notably, Microsoft's market value has risen by over $1 trillion.
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https://www.reuters.com/technology/global-markets-microsoft-marketcap-pix-2024-01-15/
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Microsoft topples Apple to become global market cap leader
Microsoft (MSFT.O) has eclipsed Apple to become the world's largest company by market capitalization, driven by its deep focus on generative artificial intelligence (AI), a sector that has garnered increasing investor favour.
The tech giant, which along with Nvidia (NVDA.O) and Amazon (AMZN.O) placed a significant emphasis on AI, has experienced substantial market surges over the past year. Notably, Microsoft's market value has risen by over $1 trillion.
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https://www.reuters.com/technology/global-markets-microsoft-marketcap-pix-2024-01-15/
🌐 How Much Do You Know About Telecloud? Exploring Ethio Telecom's Game-Changing Cloud Service - A Look Back to October 27, 2022
Ethio Telecom made waves on October 27, 2022, with the launch of its innovative Cloud Computing Service, "telecloud." Aimed at providing efficient off-site data backup solutions, the service catered to both institutions and individuals.
💻 Diverse Offerings:
Telecloud offered three key services:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Enabling users to store and access data remotely.
Platform as a Service (PaaS): Providing software developers with a comprehensive database management system.
Software as a Service (SaaS): Offering software at a reasonable price in Birr, avoiding foreign currency expenses.
🔄 Initial Software Offerings:
Notable services included Oneoffice for office needs, Video Management System (VMS) for security cameras, and Smart Education for modern learning solutions.
💼 Organizational Benefits:
Telecloud allowed organizations to bypass technology challenges, focusing on business activities without unnecessary expenses.
🌐 User-Friendly Access:
Customers accessed telecloud services through telecloud.ethiotelecom.et, with payments streamlined via the telebirr mobile money service.
📱 Empowering Digital Ethiopia:
Ethio Telecom's commitment to simplifying life and empowering businesses marked a significant stride towards a digital Ethiopia.
The impact of telecloud remains a pivotal chapter in Ethiopia's technological journey. 🌍💻
Ethio Telecom made waves on October 27, 2022, with the launch of its innovative Cloud Computing Service, "telecloud." Aimed at providing efficient off-site data backup solutions, the service catered to both institutions and individuals.
💻 Diverse Offerings:
Telecloud offered three key services:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Enabling users to store and access data remotely.
Platform as a Service (PaaS): Providing software developers with a comprehensive database management system.
Software as a Service (SaaS): Offering software at a reasonable price in Birr, avoiding foreign currency expenses.
🔄 Initial Software Offerings:
Notable services included Oneoffice for office needs, Video Management System (VMS) for security cameras, and Smart Education for modern learning solutions.
💼 Organizational Benefits:
Telecloud allowed organizations to bypass technology challenges, focusing on business activities without unnecessary expenses.
🌐 User-Friendly Access:
Customers accessed telecloud services through telecloud.ethiotelecom.et, with payments streamlined via the telebirr mobile money service.
📱 Empowering Digital Ethiopia:
Ethio Telecom's commitment to simplifying life and empowering businesses marked a significant stride towards a digital Ethiopia.
The impact of telecloud remains a pivotal chapter in Ethiopia's technological journey. 🌍💻
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January 16, 2024 Addis Ababa
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Astrobotic reveals how things will end for its troubled Peregrine spacecraft
The Peregrine lunar lander will be unable to complete its mission, though the troubled spacecraft has nevertheless surprised many observers by continuing to fly way longer than expected.
Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic said on Sunday that it expects its spacecraft to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere in the coming days, bringing the troubled mission to a fiery close.
Peregrine marked the first attempt at putting an American lander on the moon since the final Apollo mission in 1972. It was also aimed at becoming the first private endeavor to achieve the feat.
Source:https://www.digitaltrends.com/space/here-is-how-it-will-end-for-the-troubled-peregrine-spacecraft/
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Astrobotic reveals how things will end for its troubled Peregrine spacecraft
The Peregrine lunar lander will be unable to complete its mission, though the troubled spacecraft has nevertheless surprised many observers by continuing to fly way longer than expected.
Pittsburgh-based Astrobotic said on Sunday that it expects its spacecraft to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere in the coming days, bringing the troubled mission to a fiery close.
Peregrine marked the first attempt at putting an American lander on the moon since the final Apollo mission in 1972. It was also aimed at becoming the first private endeavor to achieve the feat.
Source:https://www.digitaltrends.com/space/here-is-how-it-will-end-for-the-troubled-peregrine-spacecraft/
If programming languages had personalities, which one would be the life of the party, always making jokes and having a good time?
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C++
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Python
2%
Java
45%
JavaScript
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We're gearing up for an exclusive episode of the Techኢት mini Podcast featuring the esteemed Mr. Andargachew Asfaw (Andy)🌟, a respected lecturer at Addis Ababa University in the School of Information Science.
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We're gearing up for an exclusive episode of the Techኢት mini Podcast featuring the esteemed Mr. Andargachew Asfaw (Andy)🌟, a respected lecturer at Addis Ababa University in the School of Information Science.
We understand that you, our fantastic Techኢት community, have burning questions and intriguing topics you'd love to delve into with Mr. Andargachew. This is your chance to be a part of the conversation! 🗣💡
Drop your most pressing questions or suggest the tech-related topics you'd like us to explore with Mr. Andargachew in the comments below or send them to us via @Tech_et_bot. Your input is invaluable, and we're eager to make this podcast episode a reflection of your interests and curiosity.
🎤🌐Let's make this episode a collaborative tech journey! Stay tuned for updates, and mark your calendars for a podcast experience like no other! 🔥🎧
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