New Initiatives in Open Data: CODI Program, OSINT Technology, Environmental Impact Study, AI Platform, and Safer Streets

Published: 2024-02-02

Open Access Data Centres (OADC), a company owned by WIOCC Group, has launched a program called CODI in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nigeria, and South Africa. The program aims to create partnerships to help Africa’s digital transformation. Partners will get discounts, rewards, and support. OADC also has data centers in South Africa to help service providers expand their networks.

Fivecast has introduced a new technology for open-source intelligence (OSINT) that collects and analyzes data from the Surface, Deep, and Dark Web. This technology uses AI and machine learning to help analysts find networks, detect risks, and understand emotions. It helps analysts quickly find threats in multimedia data.

A study from the University of Bergen looked at the environmental impact of fisheries management decisions. The study focused on the Norwegian mackerel fishery and found that restrictions can increase greenhouse gas emissions. The study shows the importance of considering fuel efficiency in marine management.

Turkish defense firm HAVELSAN has created its own AI platform called MAIN. It is designed to keep institutional data secure and prevent leaks. HAVELSAN will expand the platform and offer training sessions. The platform will also be used to evaluate applications for the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye’s Communications Center.

The Right to the Streets project has made the streets safer for women and girls in Stretford, Gorse Hill, and Old Trafford. The project raised awareness of gender-based violence and harassment through community groups and events.

These developments in open data aim to make information more accessible and usable. They are working towards a better future for everyone.

https://www.itweb.co.za/article/open-access-data-centres-launches-new-partner-programme/WnpNgq21o5oMVrGd

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