Government or telecom announcements, or coverage in African tech news outlets

Orange Signs Multi-Year Deal with OpenAI for Exclusive AI Model Access, First Telecom Operator in Europe, Collaborates with Meta for African Languages

Nov 27, 2024, 11:39 PM

French telecom company Orange has announced a multi-year partnership with OpenAI, granting it exclusive access to pre-release AI models. This collaboration positions Orange as the first telecom operator in Europe to utilize these advanced AI technologies. In addition to its partnership with OpenAI, Orange is also working with Meta to develop AI language models specifically tailored for African languages. This initiative aims to enhance technological advancements and connectivity across the continent, fostering innovation in Africa's tech landscape. Group Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer Steve Jarrett highlighted the significance of this partnership in reshaping the future of AI applications and driving advancements in technology.