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Chargeable WiFi Zones spotted in Nairobi
Safaricom is allegedly testing wireless internet access points in Nairobi, Kenya. According to a report by TechWeez, the mobile network provider could be using these designated WiFi zones to increase their consumer base. “The operator is yet to clarify the…
African Tech Startups reach $491 million in Funding
2019 was the best year yet for investment into the African tech startup space, with 311 companies banking a combined US$491.6 million – according to the annual African Tech Startups Funding Report 2019 released by Disrupt Africa. The report, which…
Datacentrix and Cybereason change the security game
Datacentrix, a secure ICT solutions provider, has joined Game Changers, the newest partner tier announced recently by Cybereason, creators of the Cyber Defense Platform, as a level for its most strategic partners. The partnership will see Datacentrix incorporating Cybereason technology…
10 Cybersecurity Predictions for 2020
With data breaches hitting headlines daily, security professionals are constantly concerned about the next big threat. Whether it’s ransomware, phishing or endpoint attacks, there’s always something on the horizon waiting for its turn in the spotlight. Here’s a list of…
AI helps unlock data potential of banks
Artificial intelligence (AI) provides banks with the means to make better use of the massive amount of data at their disposal. In doing so, they can identify opportunities for growth faster and gain significant competitive advantage at a time when…
WhatsApp welcomes Dark Mode on Android
Attention all Andriod fans – WhatsApp finally has introduced a Dark Mode feature, after hinting at it several months ago. The messaging app, with more than 1.5 billion active accounts, has rolled out the feature for users on the beta…
To save the company, Telkom says it must cut jobs
Last week, ITNA reported that Telkom has faced gloomy share-price performance on top of dwindling earnings in the last few months – leaving the South African network provider in big trouble. With very few options, it’s reported that the partially…
Are you a retailer? 5 reasons you don’t want to miss this retail event
Digital Retail Forum 2020, scheduled for 29 January at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, South Africa, will be focused on how emerging technologies — such as Ai, IoT, drones, digital payment solutions, new eCommerce models and mobility — are disrupting the…
Google and Sabre team up to build the Future of Travel
Google Cloud has announced that it has joined forces with Sabre — a software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry—to help digitally transform the traveller’s experience, and co-create the future of travel. Sabre, which launched in 1960,…
AI is too important to not be regulated, says Google CEO
Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai says that Artificial Intelligence (AI) could cause unthinkable damage if left unchecked – that’s why it is so important it’s regulated. In a letter penned to the Finacial Times, he explains how AI can potentially save…
5 global payment trends for 2020
As we enter the next decade, local and international merchants should support payment methods that suit their customers, rather than following global trends just for the sake of it. Here are five trends that can be expected over the next…
3 Major 5G Networks Launch across Africa
2020 is proving that Africa is no stranger to 5G and all the exciting benefits that come with it – in fact, more and more countries are beginning their network upgrade journey. Just this week alone, three major African markets…
Twitter’s CEO to Make Africa Home in 2020
Jack Dorsey, founder of Twitter and Square, says he plans to move to Africa this year and spend up to six months on the continent. If all goes well, he intends to visit South Africa, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Ghana. The reason? Africa…
Predictive Insights Signs on as Bronze Sponsor for the Digital Retail Forum 2020
Predictive Insights has signed on as a bronze sponsor for the Digital Retail Forum 2020 that is slated to take place on the 29th January 2020, at Emperors Palace, Johannesburg. Predictive Insights, a product development studio that uses AI and…
Five technology trends expected in 2020 and beyond
In 2019 the South African technological landscape saw tremendous changes. However, unlike in previous years, terms such as 5G, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics were no longer just concepts at tech conferences but became part of day-to-day…
MTN Zambia appoints new CFO
MTN Zambia announced on Monday, 20 January 2020, the appointment of Komba Malukutila as Chief FinTech Officer effective 1st February 2020. Until this appointment, Malukutila served as General Manager: Enterprise Business within MTN Zambia where he led the operation to…
