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Top 7 ways to ensure a data breach does not happen to you
143 million… The number of US consumers potentially affected by the recently announced credit services data breach is staggering. It’s nearly half the US population. And as a credit reporting service, this data includes names, addresses, financial histories, social security…
How to deliver internet for all
Access to the Internet is often seen as the last hurdle in bridging the ever-present digital divide. While technology itself has become ubiquitous and increasingly affordable, Internet access remains out of reach for an estimated four billion people worldwide, including…
Showmax now free for DSTV Premium subscribers
DSTV and Showmax announced on Monday 11 September 2017 that the companies will be advancing their merger, which will now see DSTV premium subscribers receive the Showmax offerings for free in South Africa. Previously priced at R99 a month, premium…
Hey big network where has my data gone?
Of the big six large African markets – Egypt, Tanzania, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa – South Africa is the most expensive when it comes to data. The cheapest 1GB package belongs to Egypt, at around R15.55. In comparison,…
Poor cybersecurity hygiene and risky application usage enables attacks
Fortinet has announced the findings of its latest Global Threat Landscape Report. The report reveals that poor cybersecurity hygiene and risky application usage enables destructive worm-like attacks to take advantage of hot exploits at record speed. Adversaries are spending less…
Nigeria: Multichoice to launch pay-per-view
Multichoice Nigeria will be launching a pay-per-view (PPV) option in the country. The company emphasised that the PPV concept is a cable or satellite television system in which consumers pay an additional fee to watch a particular programme, according to a…
Safaricom invests in argi-tech startup iProcure
Safaricom’s Spark Venture Fund has announced that it will once again be investing in iProcure, a supply chain platform in Kenya. iProcure offers farmers discounts of between 10 and 20 percent every time they purchase farming products. The online supply chain…
Service delivery in IT paramount to organisational success
Improving the efficiency and reliability of IT operations, enhancing security and compliance, a proactive approach to maintenance, return on investment and costs savings, and freeing up IT employees to work on strategic projects, are some of the top factors driving…
The pricing issues in the African telecommunication industry
Moves to ensure fair competition and to examine pricing in the telecommunications sector have been seen, not only in Europe, but also in key mobile phone jurisdictions on the African continent. The issue of high data costs has been under…
Will the iPhone 8 come with Facial Recognition? Leak reveals iPhone 8 specs
Ahead of the scheduled unveiling of the iPhone 8, along with a new range of other devices on September 12 2017, Apple has been hit with a major leak which has revealed top secret information about the company’s latest products,…
Alexander Forbes and Accenture drive digital transformation
Alexander Forbes, an integrated financial and risk services provider has partnered with Accenture in a bid to embark on a digital transformation journey. Alexander Forbes selected Accenture to jointly manage a multi-million dollar project due to their ability to create,…
How to protect your child’s identity online
There are indications that identity theft syndicates are now targeting children. Common-sense practices, backed up by proper education, will save endless trouble down the line. In the online world, identity theft has become big business. People are remarkably careless about…
CIO guide to AI’s promises and pitfalls
Amidst all the hype we’re hearing from the media and technology providers about “intelligent systems”, CIOs are still unsure of how they can apply artificial intelligence (AI) for long-term success. It’s important for CIOs to understand the steps they need…
Zapper introduces mobile payment starter packs
South African mobile payment and loyalty rewards app, Zapper has introduced mobile payment starter packs. According to the company, the initiative will make it easier for businesses to cash in on the trend. These packs enable mobile payment integration in…
Steer Clear of the Hype: 5 AI Myths
Hype isn’t always a bad thing. Within limits, it fosters attention, investment and innovation. A little bit of hype can build excitement about potential, while too much leads to false hopes and misguided planning assumptions. Speaking ahead of his presentation…
Watch the first 58 minutes of Destiny 2
Developed by Bungie and published by Activision, Destiny 2 takes players on an epic journey across the universe to defend humanity from annihilation. The game welcomes new players to the universe, as well as those who have been devoted to…
