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Dec 19, 2023
Exploring the popularity of online services, the benefits and problems of social media content in Africa. Impact of big tech self-regulation, internet trends, and concerns over TikTok and Chinese ownership. Research findings on internet connectivity and traffic growth in various countries. Listener feedback on usage gap and visually impaired gaming. Teaser for upcoming episode on using AI for pandemic preparedness.
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- Facebook has surpassed TikTok to become the number one social media platform, potentially due to TikTok reaching saturation point and Facebook offering more personal interaction.
- Eves AI model, developed by researchers at Harvard and Oxford, has demonstrated accurate prediction capabilities for virus mutations, aiding pandemic surveillance and informing future pandemic strategies.
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Internet Traffic and Social Media Trends
According to Cloudflare's analysis, internet traffic worldwide grew by 25% this year. Google was the most popular website, while Facebook surpassed TikTok to become the number one social media platform. The increase in internet outages and concentrated bot traffic from the United States on cloud platforms were surprising findings. This data offers transparency and a broader perspective on internet usage trends.
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