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How to Fortify Email Security in 2023 and Beyond
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, email security remains a paramount concern in 2023 and beyond. With the proliferation of digital communication, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of emails is essential.  Securing Email in 2023 and Beyond To bolster email…
How can AI help drive enterprise sustainability initiatives?
The business world remains defined by disruption and evolution, with a current focus on generative AI, deemed a ‘new era’ in every industry. While technology has always progressed rapidly, AI’s pace of change appears to be accelerating it. Thankfully, many…
Why Digital Experiences will make or break the Holiday Season for Retailers
Research by Cisco AppDynamics reveals that consumers around the world are planning to do more of their holiday season shopping online than ever before this year. Data gathered from the survey shows that on average, consumers expect that 59% of…
How can you safeguard your Black November shopping from cyber threats?
Black Friday sales have become extremely popular in South Africa, so much so that many retailers have extended their sales to last the entire month. It is now a retail extravaganza known as Black November, where both retailers and consumers…
How and why is CCM the linchpin that holds together this customer-centric approach in the digital age?
Take a moment to reflect on the transformations in your interactions with banks and insurers. The paradigm shift towards online services and the demand for speed and flexibility in customer interactions are pressuring financial institutions. Adopting a modern Customer Communications…
How does generative AI contribute to the sophistication of payment fraud schemes in South Africa?
The accessibility of generative AI tools has lowered the barriers for would-be criminals, while the transition to hybrid work models and geographically dispersed teams has expanded the attack surfaces they can exploit. In this context, the overlap of AI technology…
Building a Cyber-Strong Public Sector: 5 Best Practices for Radical Resilience
In today’s increasingly interconnected and data-driven world, where technology infiltrates every facet of our lives, the public sector sits at the forefront of critical services and the safeguarding of national security. Although digital innovations and technologies have modernized and advanced…
The Crucial Role of Intelligent Infrastructure
Earlier this year, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its synthesis report, exploring the dangerous impact that climate change is having on our planet. This presents a monumental call to action for businesses globally to put sustainability at…
Are eSIMs the Future of Telcommunications?
Louis Avenant, Senior Project Manager at Intimate Solutions, highlights the exponential growth in smart and connected devices, making a strong case for greater investment in the nascent technology. He states, “eSIMs eliminate the need for physical SIM cards, providing a…
The Impact of Technology on the Future of Digital Banking
The banking sector encounters a significant challenge in embracing digital transformation, aligning with contemporary customer expectations for swift, efficient, and user-friendly services. Outdated strategies no longer suffice. To maintain competitiveness, banks must fully engage in the digital transformation journey, leaving…
Importing electronics for resale? What you need to know about International Payments
Without imports, South Africa’s electronics sector would be almost non-existent. Outside of a few niche items such as printed circuit boards (PCBs), electronic components, and some specialized equipment, almost everything else is manufactured elsewhere. Even when an item is assembled…
5 cybersecurity trends SA businesses must watch in 2024
South Africa’s cybersecurity landscape is growing more hazardous, with the country emerging as the hub of cybercrime in Africa, according to a recent Interpol report. It’s essential for local businesses to track trends that shape the sector as cyber threats…
The Cost of Mistakes: Solar Energy Expert Warns Homeowners
Solar systems not only save homeowners money on their electricity bills, but also offer an attractive escape from the tight grip of persistent load-shedding and energy insecurity. However, correctly installing a solar system and ensuring that the components work perfectly…
Boosting SMEs: 7 Wise Tech Investments for Competitive Edge
South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are facing some of the most challenging economic conditions in recent history. As they strive to recover from the pandemic, they must grapple with daily load shedding, high-interest rates, low consumer confidence, and…
3 AI pitfalls to avoid on the road to business growth
According to a recent report, more than 30 AI communities in Africa offer various services in the field. Tunisian AI start-up InstaDeep received $100 million in funding early last year, with the market across the continent projected to grow by…
South Africa’s Two-Pot Pension System – Protecting Savings from Cyber Fraud
Soon, South African’s could have the option of placing their retirement fund contributions in two ‘pots’ – the one being the retirement pot and the other being a savings pot that can be accessed by members while still in employment.…
