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Software updates for iPhone, iPad and Mac paused until next year to fix glitches
Apple has paused development on upcoming software updates for iPhone, iPad, Mac and other devices in order to address performance issues and bugs. The temporary halt, internally announced last week, aims to improve quality control after early versions saw an influx of flaws. Engineers have shifted focus from adding new features to fixing bugs and
Two South African schools venture into VR
Virtual reality (VR) headsets are being introduced in select South African classrooms to provide students with immersive educational experiences that complement the curriculum. Two Johannesburg schools, Reddam House Helderfontein and Reddam House Waterfall, are pioneering the use of VR technology to engage students in deeper learning. The schools are part of Inspired Schools Africa, whose
Crucial pigeon peas shipment to India withheld in Mozambique
Large shipments of pigeon peas, a crucial food staple in India, have been halted at ports in Mozambique due to stalled export permissions from customs officials. Industry sources say at least 150,000 tonnes of peas await clearance for export to India despite repeated requests from sellers over recent weeks. The unexpected shipment delays have caused
Ram showcases electric bakkie with built-in petrol generator to charge battery
Stellantis NV’s Ram truck brand is now offering a solution to range anxiety that leans into its petrol-powered roots, which is a battery-powered pickup with an on-board petrol generator to boost range and towing capacity. The Ramcharger, meant to launch in the market at the end of 2024, is tailored for truck enthusiasts who worry
The China Project media company shuts down
The media entity, known as The China Project, is on the verge of closing its operations. This particular publication, one of the few independent English-language media outlets delivering comprehensive coverage of China for Western audiences, is facing a shutdown primarily due to financial challenges, as detailed in a statement by its editor-in-chief, Jeremy Goldkorn. Originating
NTT planning to test driverless vehicle tech with Toyota
Japan's NTT has announced that it has plans to embark on driverless vehicle technology testing in collaboration with Toyota and invest in a US-based startup specialising in self-driving systems. A spokesperson for NTT revealed that the company's goals include conducting tests with autonomous buses and taxis by as early as 2025 and allocating approximately ¥10
Massmart appoints former Amazon manager as head of e-commerce
Massmart, the owner of Game stores and Makro, has appointed Srividya Pandya as its new head of ecommerce, effective from the 1st of November 2023. Pandya has been part of the Massmart family, but she was with the parent company Walmart, serving as vice president of strategic integration for Walmart US. She also headed the
Eskom to last for at least five more years
In spite of a recent stretch of nine consecutive days without power interruptions in October 2023, Eskom has issued a sobering warning, projecting that South Africa may have to grapple with at least another five years of load shedding. It's truly remarkable to consider that 2024 will mark the 17th year since the inception of
Should the company be found guilty of fraud, Sanral will terminate the R4.7 billion contract
When the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) granted Aqua Transport and Plant Hire a contract worth R4.7 billion to renovate a section of the N3 highway, they were fully cognisant of the fraud allegations levelled against the company's directors. The South African minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga said a provision had been built to terminate the
Meta given a 30 day notice to stop using the name Threads
Meta has been served with 30-day ultimatum to cease using the name "Threads" in the UK by a British software firm, Threads Software Limited, citing ownership of the trademark. It is said that the legal representatives for Threads Software Limited have sent a formal notice to the parent company of Facebook and Instagram with the
Skype, Flutterwave founders back R3.8-billion Africa tech fund
The Africa-focused venture capital firm, Norrsken22 has received back from more than 30 unicorn founders and institutions to raise US$205-million (R3.8-billion) for new tech investments on the continent. The fund includes individuals such as Niklas Zennström from Skype, Niklas Östberg from Delivery Hero, as well as Olugbenga Agboola from Flutterwave among its investors, in an
Bidvest International Logistics on compliance being more than just legitimacy or excellence
If South African logistics firms hope to compete in the market they need to embrace compliance, not only in terms of laws and regulations but also social aspects that impact the world around us. What is important to understand is that compliance is not only the responsibility of a company’s compliance officer but of every
Instagram looking to offer AI-powered “friends” feature
Reports have revealed that the social media platform, Instagram is currently reportedly working on artificial intelligence-powered “friends” that users can customise to their liking and then speak to. According to screenshots shared by developer Alessandro Paluzzi, there is a possibility that users could soon be able to create an AI companion of whatever race, gender,
Lenovo and Commvault: Fortifying South African Enterprises in an Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape
Commvault, an enterprise data protection leader for global businesses, has announced new highly reliable backup and recovery solutions for enterprise organizations, powered by Lenovo technology. Paired with Lenovo’s award-winning hardware systems, Commvault is delivering simplicity to IT teams with data protection and management from a single view, while giving CIOs flexibility, reliability, and blazing
Ransomware gang attacks Boeing
One of the world’s largest defence and space contractors, Boeing revealed that it was busy investigating into a cyber incident that impacted elements of its parts and distribution business and cooperating with a law enforcement probe into it. The company said that the LockBit cybercrime gang admitted that it had stolen “a tremendous amount” of
President Ntuli as the new HPE South Africa MD
It has been confirmed that President Ntuli has been officially appointed as the new MD for Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) South Africa effective immediately. After two years as director of HPE GreenLake Cloud Services in the UK, Ireland, Middle East and Africa, Ntuli assumes full responsibility for the end-to-end management of HPE’s South African business,
Patel speaks on AGOA’s youth employment opportunities
Minister of Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel, says that the three-day African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) forum has not only created employment opportunities, but has also integrated young people into the economy. Patel expresses his hope that a broader spectrum of African nations can reap the benefits of AGOA. He emphasizes the profound significance
Maersk to cut 3,500 jobs following a significant decline in net profit
Danish shipping powerhouse Maersk announced its plans to cut 3,500 jobs, following a significant decline in net profit and revenue during the third quarter, primarily attributed to a sharp drop in freight rates. In the period from July to September, Maersk's net profit plummeted to $521 million, a stark contrast to the $8.9 billion it
World leaders focus on AI safety at inaugural summit
During the inaugural global AI safety summit, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak welcomed political and tech luminaries, envisioning that the technology would usher in profound and enduring changes in society. The debut of ChatGPT and similar generative AI systems, possessing the ability to rapidly generate text, images, and audio in response to everyday language commands,
China International Import Expo expected to reach a boom in trade relations
The approaching sixth edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) exceeds the typical definition of a conventional exhibition. It is proclaimed as 'a prominent catalyst for rejuvenating global trade and fostering economic globalization' within a 'more open world that aims to challenge prevailing unipolar paradigms,' according to insights shared by an expert. Abu Bakr