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Spotify launches app for your smartwatch
Spotify has launched a new app for smartwatches running WearOS by Google. Users can, at long last, control their playlists from their wrists! The application functions similarly to the already existing, but very limited, Wear OS Galaxy Watch app version,…
More to come from Apple on October 30
apple event > New product #AppleEvent There’s more in the making pic.twitter.com/aXP2oq4d0e — Arkham’Knight?? (@Arkham_KnightXD) October 19, 2018 Apple has sent out invites for an event taking place on October 30, suspected to be for the announcement of new iPads…
IoT takes South Africa by storm
Everyone agrees, technology and the internet of things (IoT) has transformed the way we live our lives and co-existing without our gadgets, a screen full of applications, and an internet connection is near impossible these days. “South Africans should prepare…
Avelacom extends ultra low latency connectivity to South African capital markets
Avelacom, the high-performance connectivity and IT infrastructure solutions provider for the financial services industry, announced that it has extended its connectivity offerings to South Africa, enabling trading firms to access the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in a fast and reliable…
Machine Learning and ITSM: Helping Help Desks
The field of machine learning is quite a hot topic. We know that this type of artificial intelligence (AI) provides computers with the ability to learn without being explicitly programmed. For people like me who need it in simpler terms, machine learning deals with…
BT launches direct connectivity to Google Cloud
BT has announced the launch of a new service to provide organisations with simple, direct access to Google Cloud Platform. BT Cloud Connect for Google Cloud gives customers direct connectivity with interface speeds varying from 50 Mb/s to 2Gb A…
Vodacom launches enhanced Voice Services
Vodacom South Africa is partnering device manufacturers to introduce the next chapter in the evolution of the Vodacom network, Enhanced Voice Services (EVS) – also known as Super High Definition (SHD) voice or HD Voice+ in a live commercial network.…
What to know before giving into ransom demands
Despite small and medium enterprises (SMEs) becoming increasingly popular targets for cybercriminals, many remain completely unprotected in this regard. As a result, when faced with a ransomware attack, there is often a lack of preparation and awareness around the important…
Technology: improving the retail experience in South Africa
Technology has entrenched itself into virtually every industry, and retail is no different. A recent report from Forrester lists the top four retail tech trends as; personalising the shopping experience, investing in omnichannel, leveraging predictive analytics and enhancing the in-store…
Whale Cloud and Alibaba partner with Ghana on Innovative City Development
Whale Cloud (rebranded from ZTEsoft) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Republic of Ghana on innovative city development at the headquarters of Alibaba Group. Ben Zhou, CEO International of Whale Cloud, and Ursula Owusu Ekuful, Minister for…
FNB extends Free WIFI connectivity at branch for customers
As part of a drive to enable customers to bank digitally, 603 FNB branches are now connected to WIFI, this up from 383 branches since February 2017. Lee-Anne van Zyl, CEO of FNB Points of Presence, says “the expansion of…
WorldRemit launches online bank transfers to nine African countries
Digital money transfer service, WorldRemit continues its rapid expansion in Africa, launching low-cost bank transfers to nine new countries across the region. Nearly 3 million migrants living in over 50 countries can now send money directly from their phones to…
Uber launches new Safety Toolkit
Uber has announced its new Safety Toolkit which, over the next few weeks, will be rolled out to the millions of riders, drivers and delivery-partners using the app across Europe, Middle East and Africa. The toolkit will introduce new innovative…
Barclays, MTN and JUMO partner to deepen financial inclusion
Barclays Bank Zambia, mobile operator MTN and technology Company JUMO, have announced the launch of a forthcoming new mobile savings product and the expansion of an existing lending facility aimed at growing financial inclusion and bringing banking services to the…
Cryptomining attacks against Apple devices increase sharply, study finds
Check Point Software Technologies, a provider of cyber-security solutions globally, has published its latest Global Threat Index for September 2018, revealing a near-400% increase in cryptomining malware attacks against Apple iPhones. These attacks are using the Coinhive mining malware, which…
Recognizing and Preventing Modern Cyber Scams
When it comes to protecting yourself and your organization against cyber scams, there’s no “one-size-fits-all” solution. As organizations and people alike continue to adopt new devices and technology, they’re opening themselves up to more opportunities for cyberattacks. In order to…
