Ferrari dons blue livery as it announces HP partnership
As HP and Ferrari announce a major new sponsorship, the racing team is set to switch its iconic red livery for blue in the upcoming Miami Grand Prix (3 to 5 May). The colour switch for the Miami meet is a nod to previous North American Grand Prix races when Ferrari...
Workers are keen on GenAI, but more wary in their personal lives
In a mere five days, ChatGPT amassed a million users, solidifying its status as a household name and highlighting a widespread public fascination with artificial intelligence (AI). According to new research by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), consumers' knowledge and...
Debt burden, resource-backed loans hinder Africa’s potential
Africa's immense economic potential is being undermined by non-transparent resource-backed loans that complicate debt resolution and compromise countries' future growth. "I think it's time for us to have debt transparency accountability and make sure that this whole...
Finance professionals divided about the future of finance
A clear divide has opened up between accounting and finance professionals who work as business partners and those who don't. This is among the findings of a new paper from AICPA & CIMA, which have released their 'Re-defining finance for a sustainable world' white...
Deepfake frauds are on the rise
The artificial intelligence (AI) renaissance, which turned artificial intelligence into one of the hottest topics in both the consumer and business sectors, comes with its dark side, as more and more scammers use AI tools for cyberattacks and data breaches....
Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste
It's a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply...
Startup innovation shapes tech landscape
In the ever-evolving landscape of tech innovation, practical and customer-centric solutions take centre stage - from AI-driven medical diagnostics to streamlined IT management platforms enhancing operational efficiency, the focus is on solutions that directly impact...
Immunisation saves millions of African lives
An estimated 51,2-million lives have been saved through vaccines in the African region over the past 50 years. For every infant life saved over that period, close to 60 years of life are lived, a new report by World Health Organization (WHO) finds. These achievements...
Deposit Insurance protects banking customers
The Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI) now aligns South Africa with the rest of the G20, guaranteeing cash deposits of up to R100 000 per qualifying depositor in the event of a bank collapse. The Reserve Bank estimates that the R100 000 cap means that more than...
South African organisations are embracing GenAI as a catalyst for innovation
By Doug Woolley, General Manager, Dell Technologies South Africa - Large South African enterprises are wholeheartedly embracing Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), underscoring the technology's transformative impact on our country’s business landscape. This is...
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Bravery in bytes: Pioneering the future of ICT for International Girls in ICT Day
In the lead-up to International Girls in ICT Day (celebrated today, 25 April 2024), Huawei South Africa hosted a roundtable to spotlight the realities facing women in the tech sector and celebrate those making strides. By Lebo Madiba, MD of PR Powerhouse With only 33%...
Security must-haves insurtechs cannot compromise on
As insurance businesses move from old tech to newer digital systems and products, they could be opening themselves up to security risks. Insurtech companies should be implementing strict, multi-level security systems to prevent the sensitive personal data their...
Creative learnerships can drive rapid skills development
As South Africa continues to grapple with its massive youth (15-34 years) unemployment rate of 4,7-million individuals (Q4 2023), there is a critical need for innovative approaches to skills development and employability. Rajan Naidoo, MD of EduPower Skills Academy...
AI, scarcity, power all key datacentre trends
It's easy to say that 2023 was the year of AI, or generative AI to be more specific. Adjusting to its demands - and exploiting its potential - will continue to be a big ask for the datacentre industry this year, compounded by the need for stable energy supply, cooling...
How to maximise the value of data analysis
In a world flooded with data, the ability to effectively apply this vast resource is a defining factor for business success. However, merely possessing reams of data is insufficient; businesses must strategically apply it towards sustainable growth and achieving their...
Innovative solutions for sustainable high-performance computing
High performance computing (HPC) is revolutionising the problem-solving capabilities of engineers, data scientists and other IT specialists across a range of industries, worldwide. By Tony Bartlett, director of data centre compute at Dell Technologies South Africa It...
Virtual healthcare could be a catalyst for social change
According to the United Nations Development Programme, more than 400-million people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to good health care, representing nearly half of the global total without this essential service. The UNDP's latest Insurance and Risk Finance report...
Supply chain security vital for SA’s digital-first financial system
South Africa's banking sector has always been characterised by forward-thinking mindsets. Like the rest of the continent, digital platforms and services play a crucial role in offering financial services to a majorly underserviced or "unbanked" population. By Monica...
How the digital nomad visa could impact local coders
With South Africa getting closer to rolling out a digital nomad visa, it is a mix of good news for the economy but also a cause for concern about how it might affect our local coders, writes Mvelo Hlophe, CEO of Zaio. Remote work is gaining popularity, allowing...
What are MFA fatigue attacks and how can they be prevented?
Multifactor authentication is a security measure that requires users to provide a second form of verification before they can log into a corporate network. It has long been considered essential for keeping fraudsters out. However, cybercriminals have been discovering...
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