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Are physical security features still needed on Identity Documents?
At a time of strong data encryption, on-chip biometry checks, digital signatures or national public key directories (N-PKD), one can question the necessity of adding advanced physical security features on a passport or an Identity card. Counterfeited IDs Are a…
Nigerian Startup gets into MIT Solve Global Challenges
Nigeria’s digital content distribution platform, Publiseer, gets into MIT Solve Global Challenges. MIT Solve is a business incubator from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology that advances solutions from tech entrepreneurs to address pressing global issues by connecting innovators with resources…
Smart Ports: unblocking the biggest barrier to Nigeria’s economic growth
Africa’s largest economy is struggling with ports infrastructure that simply can’t keep up with demand. Nigeria imports a very high proportion of its consumer goods. Ships descend on the major ports at a relentless pace, serving the almost 200 million…
Talim returns to SOULCALIBUR VI
Wielding her dual elbow blades and Wind Dance fighting style, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe has announced the return of Talim to SOULCALIBUR VI launching 19th October 2018 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Hailing from the Village of the Wind…
What’s really driving Africa’s cyber-security workforce shortage?
So many people have written so much about the ‘skills shortage’ from so many different angles. It’s a complex situation with several different layers, and there have been many initiatives that have aimed to address it. So why write yet…
Top 10 most popular programming languages
With the IT industry evolving at the rapid rate that it is, it’s no surprise that so many people are looking to get into programming. Everyone needs a website and everyone wants an app, but only those versed in the…
WeThinkCode_ and OYA Venture hosts global She Loves Tech Hackathon
Coding school WeThinkCode_ and female entrepreneur network OYA Venture are bringing the world’s largest startup competition, focusing on women and technology, to South Africa. She Loves Tech, which was started in 2013 by Lean In China in Beijing has quickly…
Cloud technology is the key to personalise South Africa’s travel experiences
For the travel industry, the customer’s experience is perhaps the most important variable in determining the long-term success of the business. Because of this, airlines, hotels and other travel-related operators are affected more by digital transformation than most. According to…
Red Bull creates a gateway into the tech scene
More than half of the world’s population is currently living in urban centres. These residents face constant challenges within a limited living space. World-renowned energy drink company Red Bull believes technology is the key to create more friendly, efficient, and…
Building a digital continent: Joint progress between Africa and Europe
According to the World Bank’s most recent report on Global Economic Prospects, despite the broad global recovery currently underway, Africa still faces substantial downside risks, especially relating to challenges with subdued productivity and potential growth. In response, governments on the…
Ghana: Samsung launches four affordable premium smartphones
Samsung Electronics has introduced four new premium smartphones at very affordable prices – Galaxy A6+, Galaxy J7 Duo, Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4. Some of the features on the devices include the infinity display screen which is normally found on…
Syafunda diversifies its reach with Syafunda Plus
Syafunda which means ‘we are learning’ in IsiZulu is a learning and data management platform that provides access to digital content for Math, Science, Entrepreneurship, Financial literacy and digital skills through mobile technology in rural and townships schools. The platform…
Protect your identity with ThisIsMe’s FutureProtect
South Africa’s premier identity verification service, ThisIsMe, has announced the launch of its new consumer product, FutureProtect. With FutureProtect’s free Identity Alerts, Credit Monitoring and Insurance options, consumers can sleep easy knowing that their identity and future is protected. Data…
Play Velocity 2X and Manual Samuel on Switch this August
Curve Digital announced that it is bringing FuturLab’s hit shmup hybrid Velocity 2X and Perfectly Paranormal’s whimsical behavioural comedy Manual Samuel to Nintendo Switch this August. Velocity 2X launched to rave reviews in 2014, where it debuted on PlayStation Vita…
Teraco to invest R1bn in South African data centre
In its largest infrastructure build project to date, Africa’s only neutral data centre provider has announced that it will be expanding the Teraco Isando Campus (JB1). Increased demand for additional data centre capacity is being driven by cloud uptake and…
Dell brings tech to new heights with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and The Wasp”
Dell is proud to announce it has teamed up with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man and The Wasp”. With similar fan bases, the two companies will come together to bring excitement around technology into pop culture. From Ant-Man’s and The Wasp’s suits…
