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Facebook to shut down three apps
Facebook has announced that it will be shutting down three of their apps after failing to gain traction. Hello, Moves and tbh will all be shutting down in the coming weeks said Facebook. The social network says that all user…
Boosting cyber resilience
Barely a week goes by without a story of how another major organisation has been compromised. Whether millions of IDs were stolen, or personal data compromised, it’s clear that no business, irrespective of the money they throw at security solutions,…
How drones are changing the art of mineral surveying
In a first for the local mining industry, Anglo American subsidiary Kumba Iron Ore is now licensed to fly its own remotely piloted drones. Bongi Ntsoelengoe, Technology Manager at Kumba Iron Ore, says that the drones have optimised surveying processes…
FibreCo to boost Broadband connectivity in South Africa
Internet connectivity in Kroonstad will benefit from a substantial enhancement as FibreCo Telecommunications completes its rollout of fibre in the town, making reliable high-speed broadband connectivity more accessible to the community. Given that only 5.4% of households in the province…
Technology and collaboration key for insurers in 2018 and beyond
Following a challenging 2017, the South African insurance industry must adopt technology and collaborate with local governments, if it is to effectively tap into new markets to stimulate growth for the foreseeable future. Many sectors have been very quick in…
Putting people first in the automotive industry
The turnover rate of people in the automotive industry is high – some dealerships have turnover rates as high as 70 – 80% – and should be a concern for all. The question therefore arises – why is this the…
Data breach raises POPI concerns
The recent cyber-attack and holding hostage of a South African insurance provider’s IT infrastructure has drawn attention to the dire need for effective protection of consumer data. While the company asserts that no financial losses have been encountered by any…
New mobile app uses IoT to help African farmers
A new mobile application that makes use of the latest technology in a bid to help farmers to produce crops more efficiently and assisting them to use less fertilizer is now available worldwide. AgIQ, will help farmers to use only…
Networks Unlimited supports young learners with laptop donations
Networks Unlimited, a value-added distributor within the converged technology, data centre, networking and security landscapes, has donated new laptops to assist young learners in two different institutions operating within poorer communities in Gauteng. This forms part of the company’s corporate…
MTN Nigeria partners Nokia to launch customer service platform
MTN Nigeria in partnership with Nokia has launched the first phase of its Customer Experience Management (CEM) platform which uses a cognitive analytical tool based on generated data about the customer, it will allow MTN to monitor its network as…
Adobe announced as Gold sponsor of DTC 2018
Multinational computer software company, Adobe has come on board as a Gold sponsor for Digital Transformation Congress set to take place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa on 26 July 2018. The Congress will bring together industry experts…
10 young African tech entrepreneurs to look out for
Africa has successful and resilient young entrepreneurs who never stop; risk takers who build phenomenal businesses, tackle problems and create lots of jobs in the process. Forbes has released its latest ’30 under 30 list‘, focusing on the upcoming Africans…
How ROAM is revolutionising Africa’s online marketplace
To anyone who lives and works in today’s rapidly-digitising world, it won’t come as much of a surprise that research has shown a strong link between a population’s increased access to internet connectivity and a boost in national economic development.…
Five tips for accelerating business growth
Today there is a near continuous need for companies to keep repositioning themselves and re-work their strategies in the pursuit of success. According to PWC’s 2017 CEO Survey, nearly a quarter of CEOs singled out innovation as their top priority…
Turning Data into Actionable Insight
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) programmes are no longer a ‘tick-the-box’ exercise for organisations. Information technology advancements are better enabling GRC management software to become sophisticated enough to anticipate likely incidents and implement better controls, while also offering insights that…
IBM unveils Blockchain Platform Starter Plan for developers and startups
IBM has announced the availability of the IBM Blockchain Platform Starter Plan. The IBM Blockchain Platform Starter Planmakes its enterprise-level technology accessible so organisations of any size can set up networks on the IBM Blockchain Platform via the IBM Cloud…
