Par Axel Toubson
#TechFriday n°2️⃣6️⃣0️⃣- Issue of 14/11/2025
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In this week’s #TechFriday, we dive into a fast-shifting digital Africa: photo studios adapting to AI, Google turning learning into a smart mobile experience, TikTok under fire for its impact on youth, Morocco rolling out 5G ahead of AFCON, a ring reinventing note-taking, a fox-shaped robot guiding travelers, Guinea connecting its schools, free roaming in West Africa, the UAE gearing up for 6G… and a tracker daring to challenge the AirTag. Enjoy the read!
Real emotion vs. digital perfection: The new face of photography in Cameroon 📸🤖
Cameroonian photo studios are facing the rise of images generated by artificial intelligence. Between declining customer numbers, technological adaptation, and the quest for authenticity, professionals are redefining their profession in a world where beauty is becoming both digital and emotional. Click here for full story
Google turns NotebookLM into your personal AI study coach📱🎓
Google is transforming NotebookLM into a mobile learning coach. With smart quizzes, personalized flashcards, and Gemini-powered chat, the app is ideal for students as well as anyone who wants to learn or stay up to date. A truly intelligent study companion. 🚀 Click here for full story
Amnesty International is denouncing the impact of TikTok’s algorithm on young people’s mental health through its #BrainTikTok campaign. The NGO is calling for greater transparency and accountability from the social network and has launched a petition to protect teenagers from harmful content. Click here for full story
Morocco rolls out 5G ahead of AFCON 2025 kickoff 📶
5G is coming to Morocco with Maroc Telecom, Orange, and Inwi, offering speeds of over 2 Gbps. Rolled out ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, it supports the Morocco Digital 2030 plan and promises innovation, seamless connectivity, and economic development for the country. Click here for full story
Stream Ring: The AI-powered smart ring that lets you think out loud 💍
Meet Miroki, the fox-faced robot welcoming travelers at Lyon Airport 🤖🦊
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is testing Miroki, a social robot designed by Enchanted Tools to guide and assist passengers. Capable of interacting in several languages, it symbolizes the new era of smart travel and humanizes technology in airport spaces. Click here for full story
Guinea’s digital leap: 2,200 schools to get online by 2026 🇬🇳🌐
Guinea is launching an ambitious project to connect 2,200 primary schools to the Internet by 2026, with support from ITU and UNICEF. The initiative aims to provide inclusive education, reduce the digital divide, and prepare students for the knowledge economy through the “Simandou 2040” program. Click here for full story
Guinea and Sierra Leone make roaming free between the two countries 🇬🇳📶🇸🇱
Guinea and Sierra Leone sign a free roaming agreement, allowing calls, messages, and internet access at no extra cost. The initiative supports regional integration, facilitates digital mobility, and paves the way for enhanced economic cooperation in West Africa. Click here for full story
The UAE kicks off its national 6G strategy to shape the future of connectivity 🇦🇪📶
Chipolo Card: A wireless-charging tracker that works with both iOS and Android💳📍
The Chipolo CARD, the new ultra-thin tracker, stands out with its Qi wireless charging and iOS/Android compatibility. Its minimalist design and 6-month battery life make it the ideal choice for preventing loss. Can it dethrone the AirTag? Click here for full story
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That’s it for this week. We wish you a good weekend and look forward to hearing from you in the comments.
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