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Automation testing skills define the future
In 2016, the global test automation market was valued at around $US16 billion. In a study done by Zion Market Research, the company also predicted that this market will reach $US55 billion by 2022 with a CAGR of just over…
Software-defined networks will enable the store of the future—and keep costs low
The store of the future will use seamlessly integrated technology to create a wonderful retail experience for all its customers, says Metacom CEO Réan van Niekerk — and lower costs at the same time. “What makes a retail experience great…
Safe online trading in South Africa
If you are a newbie entering the financial markets of South Africa and you want to start trading online, the first question that would naturally come to your mind is how safe is online trading in South Africa. Scary stories…
Black Mirror is getting an interactive episode on Netflix
Netflix is looking to turn acclaimed sci-fi series, Black Mirror, into a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure kind of experience. The first interactive episode arrived on the service a little over a year ago in the form of Puss in Book: Trapped in an…
South African fintech launches app to send Bitcoin cash
On Tuesday, October 2 Centbee announced the beta launch of a Bitcoin cash wallet that allows users to send Bitcoin cash to friends. The app has been in alpha testing for several months and users confirm its most useful feature…
Thoughtonomy, DigiBlu partner to deliver Intelligent Automation SaaS solution
DigiBlu and Thoughtonomy have signed a partnership to deliver the first SaaS based Intelligent Automation solution in Africa. Organisations across Africa are now able to benefit from Thoughtonomy’s Virtual Workforce® platform, along with DigiBlu’s expertise in designing and delivering digital…
Rockstar reveals new Red Dead Redemption gameplay
Red Dead Redemption 2 follows the tale of outlaw life that seamlessly blends story with action, and exploration with choice – all under the constant threat of danger. Watch the second half of the Red Dead Redemption 2 Gameplay Series…
Instagram selects new CEO
During the course of September 2018, it was revealed that Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger had officially resigned from their positions. The resignation of Systrom and Krieger had been sparked by reported clashes with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The resignation was…
Neural biometric: the next generation of security
With security as the watchword at every turn and in practically every transaction in modern-day life, the unsettling reality remains that fraud, identity theft, and cybercrime are rapidly on the increase globally. In South Africa, the SA Fraud Prevention Services…
Dineplan launches free online reservation system
South Africa’s reservation software company has just launched a free online booking platform for restaurants in South Africa. Branded ‘Requests by Dineplan’, restaurants can now load an interactive booking widget onto their website, Facebook page and Google business listing for…
Why are so few chatbots able to offer me meaningful advice?
Chatbots are the future, no doubt about it. They allow us to engage with companies digitally, without having to endure that mind-numbing ‘please hold’ music or the heavily accented yet lightly trained contact centre agent who finally answers, yet cannot…
Opera launches Opera Touch for new Apple devices
Opera has revealed that Opera Touch is now available for iPhone. It, according to the company, combines the high-end technology of Opera with impactful aesthetics to address the high standards and needs of iPhone users. “We are releasing Opera Touch just…
Leading UK Hospital CIO heads to Johannesburg for HISA 2018
Andrew Raynes, CIO and Director of Digital at Royal Papworth Hospital UK, will deliver a keynote address at Healthcare Innovation Summit 2018, set to take place on 17-18 October 2018 at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa. This premier…
‘African businesses face threat of becoming obsolete’ – Aurecon COO
If African businesses do not adapt to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4th IR), they will become obsolete. At the very least, they will become isolated and unable to compete globally. This was said by Dr Gustav Rohde, Chief Operating Officer…
WATCH: Lenovo debuts foldable phone
Smartphone manufacturers including, Apple, Huawei and Samsung have been rumoured to be working on a foldable phone but apart from prototypes and reports, there is nothing much to go on. However, it seems that Lenovo could be the first company…
Exploring new ways of driving energy efficiency in data centre infrastructure
Reducing energy consumption in South Africa is a national imperative. Hyperscalers currently investing in South Africa, and those planning on doing so in the future will have to take this into consideration when designing their facilities. Historically, major data centre…
