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The Digital Tightrope Walk for Business and Human Rights
AI offers unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation but also presents significant challenges and risks, especially concerning human rights and corporate governance. Imagine a future where your access to justice depends on an algorithm, your freedom of expression is filtered through AI, and your personal data becomes a commodity traded without your consent. This is
Veeam Recognizes Top-performing Partners in Africa with 2023 Veeam ProPartner Awards
Veeam® Software, a leading figure in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery with the highest market share, has announced the recipients of the 2023 Veeam ProPartner Awards in Africa. These annual accolades honor the outstanding accomplishments and steadfast commitment of Veeam Value-Added Resellers (VAR) and Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partners. As a partner-centric organization,
HONOR Leads the Foldable and AI Race with the Launch of Its Magic V2 and Magic6 Pro in SA
HONOR, a leading global provider of smart devices, has announced the official launch of its highly-acclaimed Magic Series – the HONOR Magic V2 and HONOR Magic6 Pro in South Africa. The Magic V2 is the thinnest and lightest inward foldable smartphone to date, redefining industry benchmarks with significant improvements across form factor, battery, display and user
Japanese Pharma EISAI Invests in RecoMed
RecoMed, a digital healthcare marketplace based in South Africa, has secured new funding from the Japanese pharmaceutical company Eisai Co., Ltd. While the exact amount remains undisclosed, it marks RecoMed's largest funding round to date. This investment from the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) giant solidifies RecoMed's position as a key player in the local market.
Bitkey initiates shipment of its inaugural hardware device units, adding more security and recovery functionalities
Bitkey, the self-custody bitcoin wallet developed by the Proto team at Block, Inc., has commenced shipping its inaugural hardware devices to customers' doorsteps this week. This milestone marks the opportunity for individuals to securely and effortlessly own and manage their bitcoin. Following the initiation of pre-orders, the team has diligently worked on enhancing additional security
SAP and NVIDIA to Accelerate Generative AI Adoption Across Enterprise Applications Powering Global Industries
SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) and NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) have announced an expanded partnership aimed at accelerating enterprise customers' utilization of data and generative AI. This collaboration focuses on integrating scalable, business-specific generative AI capabilities into SAP's cloud solutions and applications, including the Joule® copilot, alongside the SAP generative AI hub. The hub ensures the provision
Sage signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS for AI-powered solutions for SMBs
Sage, a leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), announced it has signed a strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This agreement will significantly enhance how SMBs optimise their operations with generative artificial intelligence (AI) and tackle environmental responsibilities, with Sage Earth now available in
Safeguarding company devices in the face of cyber threats
In a world that is becoming more interconnected by the day, digital devices have become indispensable for countless businesses. However, within this reliance lies a significant vulnerability to cybercrime: the devices entrusted to employees. Whether it's laptops or smartphones, these tools serve as gateways to valuable company data, presenting enticing targets for cybercriminals. Jimmy Khosa,
The intersection of art and entrepreneurship
Art has long been a field dominated by men. A painting sold by Georgia O’Keefe in 2014 set the record for the most amount paid for a female artist at $45 million, but compared to the Leonardo da Vinci ‘Salvator Mundi’ that sold for $450 million in 2017, it is a drop in the ocean.
Sungrow introduces Advanced Three-Phase Inverter for Tailored Energy Solutions in SA
One of the leading global PV inverter and energy storage system suppliers, Sungrow proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation, the three-phase hybrid inverter, specifically designed to address the unique energy needs of South African consumers. The unveiling event at the esteemed Houghton Hotel, The Venue, showcased this groundbreaking technology, offering customized energy solutions
LinkedIn Ventures into Gaming to Increase User Engagement
The Microsoft-owned social media platform, LinkedIn, is venturing into a new era to increase user engagement: gaming. This unexpected move aims to strengthen the time spent by users on the platform by introducing interactive gaming experiences. According to reports from TechCrunch, LinkedIn is making a new gaming feature using popular puzzle games, like Wordle, to
Sony Group Corp. Halts PSVR2 Production Amid Slow Sales
Sony Group Corp. has decided to halt production of its PSVR2 headset temporarily as it struggles with a backlog of unsold units, sources familiar with the matter revealed, casting doubts on the attraction of virtual reality gadgets. Since its launch, sales of the $550 wearable accessory for the PlayStation 5 have steadily declined, resulting in
OPPO Elevates IoT Experience in South Africa with Innovative Product Lineup
OPPO, renowned globally for its cutting-edge smart devices, is set to revolutionize the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem in 2024, with a specific focus on the vibrant South African market. For those unfamiliar, IoT refers to a network of interconnected physical objects that communicate and exchange data, ushering in smarter and more automated experiences for
Apple's Shifting Landscape: A Tale of Growth, Stagnation, and the AI Quandary
For over two decades, Apple has stood as the epitome of success in the stock market, moving from a niche computer manufacturer to the world's most valuable corporation. Its rapid rise has made its shares a staple in investment portfolios globally. However, recent times have seen Apple's aura dim as the spotlight shifts to artificial
Swisscom to Acquire Vodafone Italia for €8 Billion, Merging with Fastweb Business
In a significant move within the telecommunications sector, Swisscom has announced its agreement to acquire Vodafone Italia for a staggering €8 billion (approximately R163 billion). This strategic acquisition will see Swisscom merging the acquired carrier with its own Fastweb business, consolidating its position in the market and expanding its footprint. The acquisition will be financed
AI-Powered Mobile Phone Gives Offline Access to Information
Kehinde Olutubosun, a geography and animal enthusiast from Nigeria, faced challenges accessing information due to his visual impairment and lack of access to a smartphone. However, a revolutionary solution is changing his experience – an artificial intelligence-powered mobile phone that operates offline. Introduced by Canada-based Viamo in Nigeria just last month, this innovative service enables
Heirs Holdings Introduces Heirs Technologies Limited to Drive Africa's Digital Transformation
Heirs Holdings, the renowned African investment firm founded by Tony Elumelu, has unveiled its latest venture, Heirs Technologies Limited. This new subsidiary is poised to spearhead Africa's digital evolution by offering innovative solutions tailored to local needs. With a diverse investment portfolio spanning sectors such as power, energy, finance, hospitality, real estate, healthcare, and now
FNB Connect CEO Sashin Sookroo Embraces Rising Competition in MVNO Market
The landscape of the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market is evolving, and Sashin Sookroo, CEO of FNB Connect, sees this as a positive development. MVNOs, like FNB Connect, function similarly to traditional mobile network operators (MNOs) but without owning their own connectivity infrastructure. Instead, they leverage roaming agreements with MNOs to provide cellular services
Pernod Ricard Welcomes new CEO, Sola Oke
Pernod Ricard Africa proudly announces the appointment of Sola Oke as its new Managing Director for Africa, effective March 2024. Oke's selection follows a rigorous, transparent, and merit-based process aligning with Pernod Ricard's commitment to upholding the highest organisational standards in recruitment. Oke brings extensive experience to his new role, and his transformative and collaborative
How Tax Automation Can Boost SA's Digital Economy
Experts frequently assert that digital technology has the potential to boost GDP and elevate living standards, a sentiment that holds considerable weight. A study published in the Frontiers in Public Health journal in 2022 by Chinese researchers highlighted a robust correlation between GDP growth and nations with minimal digital disparities. Furthermore, research conducted by the