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Empowering the Future of Banking: CIoTh and James Hope University Host High-Impact AI & Digital Transformation Programme for Zenith Bank Executives

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes the global financial services landscape, financial institutions must look beyond conventional digitisation toward intelligent, secure, and predictive operations. To bridge this gap, the Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIoTh), in collaboration with James Hope University, Lagos, recently concluded a high-impact, three-day executive education programme tailored specifically for leaders of Zenith […]

University of Greater Manchester Partnership with DUFUHS Advances AI Capacity, Research and International Collaboration

A growing partnership between the University of Greater Manchester (UGM) and David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS), Nigeria, is delivering tangible outcomes in artificial intelligence education, research and institutional capacity building. Professor Celestine Iwendi, Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Head of the Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIoTh) at UGM, recently led a […]

UK Minister for AI Meets Professor of Artificial Intelligence Celestine Iwendi at Fabian Society Festival of Ideas

CIoTh engages the Minister on responsible AI, regulation and the future of work — and secures his participation in the Centre’s “November to Remember” Parliament programme on 3 November, alongside 2026 IEEE President and CEO Mary Ellen Randall. The Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIoTh), University of Greater Manchester, was delighted to engage with the […]

Slowing AI Is a Blunder: Prof. Celestine Iwendi on AI Literacy, Workforce Readiness, and Ethical Governance

The debate over artificial intelligence development has reached a defining moment. As policymakers and tech leaders clash over regulation versus speed, Professor Celestine Iwendi, Head of the Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIOTH) and Professor of AI at the University of Greater Manchester, has outlined why deliberate deceleration is the wrong approach. Speaking to The […]

CIoTh Director Nominated for UK Community Leadership Award

The Centre of Intelligence of Things (CIoTh) is proud to announce that its lead, Professor Celestine Iwendi, has been nominated for the Community Leadership & Empowerment Award – Strategic Excellence at the Black History Month Recognition Evening 2026 in the United Kingdom. The award, organised by the Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN), honours individuals […]

CIoTh Marks Second Anniversary with Growing Global Impact

The anniversary gathering was attended by Aris Matthaiou, Assistant Vice Chancellor and Executive Director of External Affairs and Institutional Advancement, who congratulated the Centre on its first two years and commended the excellent work being led by Professor Celestine Iwendi and the wider CIoTh team. He said: “Congratulations on the first two years and the […]

Excellence in AI and Machine Learning Conference

Report on Attendance at the “Excellence in AI and Machine Learning” Conference By: Dr. Anthony Ojo Date of Attendance: 13–14 May 2025 Location: Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club, Daventry, Northamptonshire Introduction This report outlines the participation of a delegation from the University of Greater Manchester, Bolton, in the “Excellence in AI and Machine Learning” […]

A Look Back: AI Training at the WTO and Its Global Impact

In 2024, a pioneering collaboration between the University of Greater Manchester (formerly the University of Bolton) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) marked a defining moment in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into global trade ecosystems. At the heart of this initiative was a groundbreaking 14-session Modular Programme on AI and Supply Chains, delivered […]

🔍 GitLab Report: Developers Embrace AI as an Essential Tool—Despite Rising Concerns

In a new report released by GitLab, the integration of AI in software development is not only accelerating—it’s becoming essential. The 2024 Global DevSecOps Report reveals that 83% of developers are now using AI tools in their workflow, citing productivity and automation as major benefits. Despite some ethical and security concerns, the adoption rate continues […]