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South Africa Grants Crypto Asset Service Provider Licences to 60 Companies
The landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in South Africa has taken a significant stride forward as the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) announces the issuance of the nation's inaugural batch of crypto asset service provider licences. This move signals a pivotal moment in the country's financial sector, with up to 60 crypto companies being granted licences
VeeamON 2024 to Showcase the Future of Intelligent Data Protection
Veeam Software, the leading provider in data protection and ransomware recovery, has announced its annual flagship event, VeeamON, taking place from June 3-5, 2024, at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., as well as online. Celebrating its 10th year, VeeamON brings together the latest innovations from Veeam, hands-on learning opportunities, and a chance
HR Professionals ready to embrace AI in the face of burnout
A new global report from Sage reveals that HR professionals welcome AI to ease the burden of admin jobs, take away time consuming tasks, and, ultimately, ease burnout. The annual report, titled 'The Changing Face of HR', surveyed over 1,000 HR leaders across a range of sectors and countries, finding that 77% believe AI has
Driving a Sustainable Digital Revolution For Africa’s tomorrow
Sub-Saharan Africa is on the verge of a digital revolution, where telecommunications and technology are set to propel sustainable socio-economic development forward. With a youthful population and abundant economic prospects, the region is wholeheartedly embracing digital transformation as a means to foster inclusive growth and prosperity. We foresee several pivotal factors driving this digital transformation
SA’s last-mile delivery game needs to be on point
Africa’s last-mile delivery market is expected to be worth $2.3 billion (R43 Billion) by 2030. If one considers that the continent will be home to some two billion people by 2050, it becomes clear that this sector will grow exponentially and offer many new business opportunities. Meanwhile, South Africa’s total ecommerce market is on track
Tech Trends 2024 | Breaking boundaries with Generative AI
The technological landscape is consistently advancing, and the intriguing innovation that has come to light in the recent years is Generative AI. Many industries such as content creation, design and art are currently benefiting from this cutting-edge technology through various noticeable transformations. Generative AI comes with quite a few benefits and opportunities, however, a deeper
Index shows Middle East and Africa are retailing’s next big global hot spots
Entering a new market or deciding to expand as a retailer, is a move that carries with it very high stakes and very real risks. Success can never be guaranteed. Given the high stakes, the smart retailer would make his or her decisions based on objective data and informed insights. "The biennial Global Retail Development
Payfast announces new Managing Director David Adams
Payfast has officially announced that David Adams has been appointed as the Managing Director at the company by Network, bringing more than 20 years of global experience in the payment services sector to the position. Adams worked with Network International in the Middle East and Mastercard in the United Kingdom, before returning to South Africa
Formula E: Accelerating the electric vehicle transition
We're witnessing the rise of the Electric Vehicle (EV) era, with major economies committing to phasing out traditional internal combustion engine vehicles in favour of EVs and low-emission alternatives. At the forefront of this transition is the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, hailed as "the future of motorsport." Formula E showcases high-performance single-seater electric
TVET students shine in Standard Bank Entrepreneurial Competition
In a country where skills and experience are at the top of most employers’ checklists, technical, vocational education, and training (TVET) colleges are focused on producing artisans and trade professionals that meet the needs of South African commerce and industry. The recently completed 12-month Standard Bank Entrepreneurial Competition and training programme helped to level the
Payroll integration is a business advantage. How do you make it happen?
Business silos serve their purpose, but their effectiveness pales in comparison to the results achieved through connected operations. This insight can revolutionize not only payroll processes but also employee relationships. What should companies understand about integrating payroll or other operations? The Case for Integration: In Charles Duhigg's acclaimed book "The Power of Habit," he shares
Leveraging 2024's Social Media trends to achieve your goals
Is your business struggling to achieve its social media goals? Are you finding it challenging to guide your audience through the conversion process, encouraging them to take crucial actions like clicking, subscribing, or engaging? If so, it might be time to optimize your content by incorporating some of this year's most significant and valuable social
The Importance of Privacy and How the HONOR Magic V2 Safeguards Yours
Privacy has long been cherished in society, yet with the rise of the internet and apps gathering personal data, it's becoming increasingly elusive. While the digital era brings convenience, it also sparks concerns over safeguarding personal information. Every online interaction, from social media to online payments, leaves a trace ripe for exploitation. Broadband Search identifies
GCIP AWARDS CELEBRATE INNOVATIONS TO PROPEL SA TO A GREEN ECONOMY
South Africa, alongside numerous nations globally, is actively tackling the hurdles posed by climate change and striving for environmental sustainability. The ramifications of climate change, spanning droughts, floods, and environmental degradation, emphasize the pressing need for innovative solutions. In this vein, the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), under the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), has
eBay Launches AI-Powered "Shop the Look" Feature
eBay has revealed an innovative new feature aimed at fashion enthusiasts: "shop the look," a generative AI-powered section within its iOS mobile app. This feature suggests a carousel of images and ideas tailored to the customer's shopping history, providing personalized recommendations that evolve as the user continues to shop. The goal is to introduce complementary
YouTube Unveils New Shopping Features for Creators
YouTube has announced the rollout of new Shopping features geared towards creators, empowering them to enhance their content with curated shoppable collections, streamline shoppable video planning, monetize older videos efficiently, and more. This move comes amidst increased competition in the digital shopping space, with TikTok Shop reportedly aiming to expand its U.S. business tenfold to
Nordex Energy South Africa to Boost Wind Energy Capacity by 830MW
Nordex Energy South Africa, the local arm of German wind turbine manufacturer Nordex, has unveiled plans to increase its wind energy generation capacity in South Africa by 830MW, marking a significant expansion for the company. This additional capacity represents a substantial 75% increase from the company's existing operational capacity of 1GW and is slated to
Woolworths' Troubled David Jones Venture Ends with Sale After Eight Years
Woolworths' ear-piercing journey with David Jones, the Australian retailer it acquired eight years ago, has finally come to an end with its recent sale. The acquisition, initiated as part of Woolworths' strategy to expand internationally beyond South Africa, aimed to establish the company as a leading apparel retailer in the southern hemisphere. In 2014, Woolworths
Intel Unveils Gaudi 3 AI Chip to Challenge Nvidia's Dominance
Intel Corporation is introducing a new iteration of its artificial intelligence chip, aiming to compete with Nvidia Corporation in the rapidly expanding semiconductor sector. Dubbed Gaudi 3, the updated processor is set to be widely available in the third quarter, as announced by Intel during a company event on Tuesday. The primary focus of the
Whistle-blowers Allege Misrepresentations and Retaliation at Faraday Future
Two internal whistle-blowers at Faraday Future have come forward with allegations of deception regarding the electric vehicle (EV) company's sales figures and claims of retaliation against employees who spoke out. Jose Guerrero and Victoria Xie have filed lawsuits against Faraday Future, its founder Jia Yueting, and the company's head of HR, Nan Yang, in Los