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Huawei successfully launched its All-Optical Intelligent home showcase on the sidelines of the Africa Tech Festival in Cape Town. Powered by Huawei’s latest Fibre to the Room Solution (FTTR F50), it exemplifies how easily modern homes with complex layouts can achieve consistent coverage with innovative customer-friendly adhesive fibre cables. Set in the picturesque and history-rich […]
The growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) will increase the number of EV charging stations, making it essential not to underestimate the importance of cybersecurity. William Petherbridge, systems engineering manager for Southern Africa at Fortinet, emphasises that EVs and their charging infrastructure are just as susceptible to cyberattacks as any other internet-connected technology....
Symrise South Africa announces 60th anniversary of operations in South Africa, marked by the grand opening of a new emulsions plant. This significant milestone underscores Symrise’s commitment to growth, innovation, and excellence in the region. “Today, we proudly celebrate 60 years of excellence at Symrise South Africa. This remarkable milestone is not just a reflection […]
Image: https://unsplash.com/photos/a-row-of-slot-machines-sitting-next-to-each-other-ak5yDsh1kDQ Credit: Unsplash in collaboration with Wesley Tingey The internet has done a whole lot of good for us in the past decade or so. It has enabled us to access information quickly and efficiently. It has helped some people find jobs and has helped others step into contact with estranged friends […]
The University of Pretoria’s Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), non-profit Empire Partner Foundation (EPF), and Sandton-based radio station 919FM have launched an initiative to encourage innovative, technology-driven solutions to South Africa’s challenges by bringing together industry, academia, and the government. The trio describes the “Unity in Action: Crafting Solutions for...
The China Africa Economic and Trade Expo Entering Africa (Nigeria) will be held from Nov 28 -30, 2024 in Abuja Trade & Convention Center. The theme of this event is “China and Africa Joining Hands for a Better Future” will feature a series of activities focused on multiple sectors, including investment and trade, infrastructure, healthcare, […]
A quietly growing belief in Silicon Valley could have immense implications: the breakthroughs from large AI models — the ones expected to bring human-level artificial intelligence in the near future — may be slowing down.
The US Department of Justice has filed a case against Apple, alleging that it violated antitrust laws. The DOJ believes Apple – who has sought to have the case dismissed – has built a monopoly using a locked-in iPhone ecosystem. The authors explain.
Today is the last day that people with non-updated STS-prepaid electricity meters will be able to buy and load credit.
A spike in electricity demand from the world’s big data providers is raising a worrying possibility for the world’s climate: a near-term surge in fossil-fuel use.
The tech is being used to automatically control the creatures’ access to feeders at sites across the UK.
Ndivhu Nepfumbada joins MAZIV as its new Group Chief Human Resources Officer (Group CHRO). She brings more than three decades of experience in human resources and a proven track record of leading transformative initiatives at prominent organisations locally and globally. “This year has been remarkable for MAZIV, and I am delighted to welcome Ndivhu to […]
October marked significant growth in the used car market, with the latest AutoTrader data showing a surge in sales. A total of 34,968 units were sold, reflecting a 22.2% month-on-month increase from September. While the vehicles occupying the top 10 spots remain unchanged, every used car and bakkie on the list enjoyed increased sales in October. The […]
Checkers has launched its revamped Sixty60 app to millions of shoppers nationwide, following months of rigorous testing. The updated app features an improved layout, user interface, and multi-factor authentication for enhanced security. Shoppers in eligible areas can now enjoy precision delivery of over 10,000 general merchandise products from selected Checkers Hyper stores, all within...
The online payment company has confirmed it is experiencing technical problems.
Jay Graber wrongly said you needed to be 18 to use Bluesky, when the actual age limit is 13.
The technology giant could be forced to sell off Chrome to address its illegal monopoly in online search.
The protracted battle between Nkosana Makate, the inventor of the “Please Call Me” (PCM) service, and Vodacom, South Africa’s largest mobile network operator, has returned to the Constitutional Court. This marks the second time Makate will argue his case before the apex court as he seeks fair compensation for his groundbreaking invention. Makate’s journey for […]
London-born Carlo Acutis, who died of leukaemia aged 15, will be canonised by the Catholic church in 2025.
The YouTube stars explain why they’re moving reality show Inside to Netflix for its second series.
The tech secretary Peter Kyle also said he wanted an “assertive” approach from the regulator, Ofcom.