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South Africa: FNB introduces customer-centric innovations
FNB unveiled new customer-centric innovations on Wednesday, 16 May 2018. The bank now enables customers to open an account with FNB in minutes by taking a selfie through the FNB App. Additional innovations include the launch of eBucks Travel on the…
Google to require Android device-makers to roll out OS security patches regularly
Google has announced, albeit without going into much detail, that it will require the manufacturers of Android devices to push out regular security-focused updates. The announcement came from the head of Android security at Google, David Kleidermacher, during his talk…
How SMEs can build better repeat business in the digital marketplace
Payment Service Provider, DPO PayGate processes payments for over 10 000 online merchants in Southern Africa. Brendon Williamson, CSO at DPO PayGate draws on the company’s 19 years’ experience to offer some advice to companies looking to build repeat business…
Vodacom to launch first 4G operator in DRC
Mobile network provider, Vodacom has announced that it has become the first network operator in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to offer LTE services, with speeds in excess of 20Mb/s in the DRC. This follows approval of the 4G…
NB-IoT device shipments will reach 613.2 million units in 2023 – Berg Insight
According to a new research report from IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, global shipments of NB-IoT devices will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 41.8 percent from 106.9 million units in 2018 to reach 613.2 million units…
Cybersecurity should be a foundational component of digital strategies says Cisco
It is time for a new approach to security. Today’s dynamic threat landscape demands a security strategy that focuses on the threat itself more than simply prevention. One that doesn’t continue to simply stick band-aid over band-aid, until a cat’s…
Somalia to establish first Internet Exchange Point
Ministry of Post, Telecom and Technology is facilitating the establishment of Somalia’s first Internet Exchange Point (IXP) in Mogadishu (MogIX). The IXP will allow local Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to connect their networks and exchange Internet traffic locally, providing high-bandwidth…
IFC, Mastercard Foundation Extend Financial Inclusion for Millions in Africa
“Financial inclusion is one of Africa’s great success stories of this decade. Mobile money solutions and agent banking now offer affordable, instant, and reliable transactions, savings, credit, and even insurance opportunities in rural villages and urban neighborhoods where no bank…
Will Motorola bring a foldable smartphone to market?
Another big tech brand is taking a swing at the foldable phone concept, this time Motorola is the latest company to have got its patent the device. The Chinese brand appears to be working on a foldable smartphone that turns…
Kenya’s Amu Power Signs Clean Coal Technology Agreement with GE
Gulf Energy, the developer of the 1050Mw Lamu Coal Power Plant Amu Power, the largest private sector led infrastructure project in East and Central Africa, has today entered into a Clean Coal Technology agreement with General Electric GE that will see…
Jasco rolls out Biometric access control system
Jasco has installed a state of the art access control solution from its own Security portfolio, the Touchless Biometric (TBS) Access Control System, at its Head Office in Midrand. The system was deployed in under two months (including enrolling all…
Microsoft working on a low-cost line of tablets
Microsoft is planning on releasing a low-cost Surface tablet line towards the second half of 2018 that could potentially rival the iPad. The new tablets will feature 10-inch screens and rounded corners, just like a standard iPad. They’ll also include…
Deloitte Study reveals the importance for businesses to become social enterprises
While concerns about technological innovations, the need for skills development and an aging workforce are prevalent, the most significant issue facing companies this year is the need for realignment among C-Suite executives to focus on the evolving role of business…
Reducing Risk Through the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things is a digital revolution that not only has the potential to impact how we live but also how we work. By 2020, it has been predicted that there will be anywhere from 25 to 50 billion…
MeshPower’s mini-grid in rural Rwanda to open up new economic opportunities
Renewable energy company MeshPower has launched a solar mini-grid in Gitaraga village, Bugesera District in Eastern Rwanda. The 4 Kw AC/DC mini-grid will provide clean energy access to 196 households and 15 businesses, nine of which are operated by women.…
Siemon develops Digital Lighting Partner programme
Siemon, a leading global network infrastructure specialist, continues its commitment to adding value to its global network of installers and contractors by developing and enhancing the Digital Lighting Partner (DLP) programme. Siemon’s Digital Lighting Partner programme is uniquely designed to…
