- Ericsson announced the opening of a 5G Core (5GC) Excellence Center dedicated to serving the Middle East and Africa region. This state-of-the-art center will be a hub for innovation, collaboration, and the advancement of 5G technology. The Excellence Center will allow Ericsson to showcase the…
- MTN Xlerator is MTN South Africa’s enterprise supplier development (ESD) programme that plans to increase MTN’s procurement spend by R4 billion over two years with 51% black-owned SMMEs. The programme plans to double the number of SMMEs on its supplier database and will uplift them through business…
- Short video app Tiktok, announced on Sunday that it immediately mobilized resources and personnel to counter hate and misinformation emerging after the attack on Israel by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas. This came in response to the EU’s warning to the platform about illegal content and…
- Every day, people across Africa turn to Google products like Search, YouTube, and Fitbit for health insights. But Google is also researching how AI can enhance healthcare outcomes and empower partners to deliver better health services in Africa. Here’s how Google is working with African partners to…
- Elon Musk’s SpaceX owns Starlink, a satellite internet provider service. To date, the service is accessible in Four African countries namely Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Mozambique in providing access to it. In July Starlink stated that the service was officially made available in Kenya through a…
- Safaricom unveiled Safaricom Hook, a new platform dedicated to empowering the youth through technology. With a focus on technology, career, and culture, it aims to support Gen Z aspirations and enhance their lives by providing custom offerings that utilize Safaricom’s extensive mobile network. CEO…
- Neural network-based language models such as ChatGPT are increasingly vital in various professions. A Russian Kaspersky survey found that 11% of respondents used chatbots, with nearly 30% foreseeing their potential to replace jobs in the future. In addition, ChatGPT usage is substantial among…
- Glencore Ferroalloys is unwavering in its commitment to enhancing and educating communities with a focus on elevating everyday lives. The organization launched a project to equip young individuals with essential skills and knowledge for future success and problem-solving. The pilot project aims to…
- Trend Micro has disclosed its remarkable efforts in thwarting over 86 million email threats, nearly four million malicious URLs, and more than 4,000 malicious mobile apps targeted at South African businesses and consumers during the first half of 2023. This revelation coincides with the escalating…
- In an era of digital documentation, dashcams have emerged as indispensable tools for capturing and verifying events on the road. While these devices offer undeniable benefits, they raise critical questions about privacy and data security that demand our attention. Understanding the Functions Dash…
- The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies and Cisco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch a new phase of the Cisco Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) Program in South Africa. Ms. Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani, the Director-General of the Department of Communications…
- 3D Secure for online payments continues to gather momentum globally. However, for some industries, real-time authentication requirements can be a significant drawback, especially those that rely on recurring, subscription or instalment card-on-file transactions. Now, a new decoupled authentication…
- Tripplo, the Johannesburg-based innovative logistics software platform, has secured a US$1.8m equity investment to close out its seed funding extension round. The round was led by Futuregrowth Asset Management (representing Old Mutual Life Assurance Company South Africa) and followed by…
- Keeping on top of new threats is the biggest cyber security challenge facing small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) – and more than half are calling for help to manage the risks, new global research by Sage reveals today. The leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for SMBs has…
- Safaricom hosted a second edition of the Safaricom Engineering Summit under the theme of “Igniting Africa’s Digital Renaissance.” The two-day forum, attended by over 800 in-person industry stakeholders and thousands of others online, seeks to build on the learnings and successes of the first…
- Ingram Micro today announced a distribution agreement with Okta, a leader in cybersecurity solutions to cover Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt. This collaboration enables Ingram Micro to expand its security solutions portfolio forresellers and…
- Workers in the post-COVID economy are faced with a number of challenges, most notably the ability to connect to the office and work from anywhere at any time. Human capital management and wellness specialist consultancy Sensory Intelligence Consulting has compiled a list of practical steps that…
- Three years ago, we embarked on a journey discussing the renaissance of the PC. It was a reminder of the PC’s integral role in connecting and collaborating. However, it wasn’t until 2020, during the height of work-from-home and virtual learning, that we truly understood the PC’s irreplaceable…
- The project management office (PMO) of the Central Bank of Lesotho (CBL) has been named as first-ever PMO of the Year for the country. This is the initial leg of the annual Global PMO Awards, the largest award of its type for PMOs and PMO leaders worldwide, where outstanding PMOs and professionals…
- Following the launch of Apple’s iPhone 15 in South Africa, iStore proudly introduces its highest-ever trade-in values, revolutionizing the way customers upgrade their iPhones. iStore now offers the world’s most exceptional trade-in values. This bold move underscores iStore’s unwavering commitment…
- Microsoft has announced a five-year strategic technology partnership with Flutterwave. In this collaboration, Flutterwave aims to build its next-generation platform on Microsoft Azure, with the goal of accelerating payment innovation in Africa and, by extension, driving the growth of small…
- UiPath, a prominent enterprise automation software company, has named Zakaria Haltout the Area Vice President for the Middle East and Africa regions. This strategic move aims to strengthen UiPath’s leadership capabilities in regions with significant potential for rapid adoption of automation and…
- To celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, Cape Town Science Centre partnered with Google to train South African girls aged 10 to 13 in AI and Robotics. Bridging the Gender Gap in STEM The primary goal of this initiative is to bridge the gender gap in STEM (Science, Technology,…
- Global cloud communication platform Infobip has launched Experiences, a set of predefined GenAI-supported use cases aimed at empowering and enhancing business results for brands. This initiative begins in Brazil but will expand to other regions worldwide in the coming months, reflecting Brazil’s…
- The B2C consumer payments sector has witnessed significant disruption over the past five years as fintechs, neobanks, and big tech companies introduced innovative digital value propositions to the market. Apple and Google have become synonymous with digital wallets, while traditional issuers and…
- Yale, a smart home security solutions provider, has unveiled its latest smart home device, aimed at enhancing convenience and security for all entry points in consumers’ homes. Yale’s Smart Gate and Garage Opener allows app-controlled gate and garage door management. The Smart Gate and Garage…
- Commvault has unveiled robust backup and recovery solutions for enterprises, powered by Lenovo technology. These solutions provide IT teams with unified data management, ensuring flexibility, reliability, superior performance at scale, cost-effectiveness, and quicker value realization. “Innovation…
- Safaricom announces its partnership with Kitui county launching the MyCounty app platform that aims to digitize county services for more efficient operations and increased revenue collection. The platform that will offer services such as payment for county services, revenue management systems,…
- In the digital age, information spreads like wildfire, and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is no exception. Accurate reporting is crucial to understanding the complex dynamics of the region. However, the rise of fake news has muddied the waters, making it increasingly difficult to separate…
- Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc , a healthcare organisation that delivers high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients, installed GE HealthCare PET/CT at the MediMix Newmarket in Alberton, Johannesburg. This new device , represents a significant advancement in molecular imaging…
- In the world of international business, forex transactions are the lifeblood that keeps the global economy alive with an estimated daily volume of $7.6 trillion as of April this year. The South African chunk of that amounts to over $19.1 billion. Local businesses rely on these transactions to…
- Pick n Pay, a trailblazer in the loyalty space, celebrates its pioneering spirit as it embarks on a digital transformation journey with the launch of the Pick n Pay Smart Shopper app. The app which also uses Machine learning to generate more personalized discounts for its customers, marks the start…
- It has been found that since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, the search for artificial intelligence has sky rocketed by 1,700%. The AI powered chatbot, which has attracted more than 100 million global users, has been the centre of much debate. According to findings conducted specifically…
- South Africa’s appetite for mobile QR payments has surged, and with that surge, Ukheshe – a leading Fintech enablement partner, has risen to meet the demand. The company introduces Scan to Pay – a user friendly payment method with a user-friendly interface that enables shoppers to transact with…
- The fast-evolving world of online threats is compelling organizations to broaden their cybersecurity strategies, moving beyond traditional approaches. This period of change can be somewhat bewildering for network security professionals in search of the most pertinent detection and response tools to…
- TymeBank, one of the world’s fastest growing digital banks, announced today that it has onboarded eight million customers as at 6 October 2023, which means one in every five eligible* South Africans now has a TymeBank account. Commenting on this latest milestone, TymeBank CEO Coen Jonker says: “We…
- Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African technology group, has partnered with wingu.africa a pioneer provider of carrier-neutral data center services in Tanzania. The company is also the foremost specialist carrier-neutral data center group in East Africa…
- Koree from Cameroon is the Ecobank Fintech Challenge competition’s first ever female-led fintech winner having beaten eight other finalists to claim the top prize of US$50,000; Wolf Technology from Democratic Republic of Congo came in second, winning US$10,000, while Kenya’s Flexpay Technologies…
- South Africa and major emerging African markets are seeing exponential growth in digital payments and its propelling technology is making significant inroads in promoting financial inclusion. The technology backing e-commerce payment gateways is evidently demonstrating its value in helping African…
- Closer Connections East Africa Conference: Uniting for Progress and Innovation Nairobi, Kenya — October 11, 2023— Leading experts, innovators, and stakeholders from across East Africa will converge in Nairobi on October 11, 2023, for the highly anticipated “Closer Connections East Africa”…
- Cybersecurity professionals, including Armata’s executive head Caesar Tonkin, aim to safeguard businesses from material threats and attacks. The recent Armata cybersecurity webinar emphasized that endpoint detection and response (EDR) offers the best defense against rapidly evolving and advanced…
- e4 launches CommunicationHub, enhancing property transfer communication security for financial institutions, conveyancers, and homebuyers in the PropTech sector. The first phase of CommunicationHub enables secure communication between conveyancing attorneys and home buyers. In addition to…
- Dell Technologies is expanding its Dell Generative AI Solutions portfolio, offering businesses comprehensive support throughout their generative AI (GenAI) journeys. “To maximize AI efforts and support workloads across public clouds, on-premises environments, and at the edge, companies need a…
- According to the latest global Kaspersky spam and phishing report, delivery service impersonation pages in 2022 recorded the highest click-through rate on phishing links (27.38%), with online stores ranking second (15.56%). Payment systems and banks held the third and fourth positions, respectively…
- Golf, often viewed as a traditional and leisurely sport, has found itself at the forefront of technological innovation in recent years. The intersection of cutting-edge technology and the age-old game has given rise to exciting changes across various facets of the golf industry. From swing analysis…
- Insurtech, a blend of innovative technologies that’s disrupting traditional insurance processes, is reshaping the insurance industry. The digitization of insurance services is now termed – insurtech. Businesses can benefit from offering personalised policies, streamlining claims processes, and…
- Ecentric Payment Systems, a retail payment processor across South Africa has announced its acquisition of innovative technology payment solutions company Thumbzup. This move benefits both companies’ customers and advances Ecentric’s goal of dominating omnichannel retail on a national scale.…
- Stokvel customers are making remarkable progress in their saving efforts. Since November 2019, FNB stokvel customers have significantly increased their savings, surpassing the R8.3 billion mark in total member contributions. FNB revealed that its customers’ stokvel net deposits have increased by 42…
- Securing Your Social Media Accounts Now that you know how scammers operate and how to spot fake accounts, it’s essential to take proactive measures to secure your social media presence. Here are six tips to help protect yourself and your business: 1. Content: Be discerning about what you share…
- In our ever-changing technological world, the Coding and Robotics curriculum plays a vital role in exposing our learners to new technologies within the schooling environment and building a foundation of knowledge. Released by the Department of Basic Education, this curriculum aims to guide and…
