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Google launches its Johannesburg cloud region in South Africa
Google Cloud has officially launched its Johannesburg cloud region in South Africa, marking its first in the country and the continent. The Google Cloud director for Africa, Niral Patel highlighted that this development would play a crucial role in accelerating Africa's tech ecosystem. The region is meant to provide organizations with the necessary resources
Bongani Mabaso, former Sita CEO, joins Altron as group CTO
The former CEO of the State IT Agency (Sita), Bongani Andy Mabaso, has joined JSE-listed Altron as the group's Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Mabaso left Sita after just eight months, and though the reasons for his departure were not initially disclosed, sources suggest it was due to interference by certain members of the agency's board. Sita
Exclusive First Look at HONOR's New X9b 5G Smartphone Launch
Get ready for an exclusive peek into the dynamic launch of the HONOR X9b 5G phone, hosted by the trailblazing global technology brand, HONOR, in the vibrant city of Johannesburg. The event, held at Atlas Studios, was a striking celebration marked by an orange ambiance that set the tone for excitement and innovation. Attendees were
Veeam Launches Cyber Secure Program to Help Enterprises Protect and Recover From Ransomware Attacks
Veeam ® Software, the number one leader by market share in Data Protection and Ransomware Recovery, today announced availability of the new Veeam Cyber Secure Program which combines Veeam’s purpose-built technology with a team of experts to help enterprises prepare for, protect and recover from ransomware. The new program gives customers further peace of mind.
Mitigating corporate risk of widespread software dependency
A major South African corporation might use up to 4000 third-party software products which are business critical. The relentless pursuit of greater efficiencies, more streamlined processes, more innovation as well as the persistent march of rapid digitalisation continues to propel organisations into an expanding and complex digital ecosystem. Embedded in the interplay between software vendors and business end-users
5 steps all marketers should take to be prepared for a privacy-centric future
2024 is the year to get uncomfortably excited as a digital marketer. This year marks an inflection point for marketing with Chrome’s planned third party cookie deprecation in the second half of 2024, as well as regulatory changes in the landscape. People want to know what personal data is collected, how it’s used, and who
Using your suppliers to meet critical ESG targets
Environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices have become a global standard. Still, as Bidvest International Logistics Head of Procurement Lenushka Parannath points out, it is not always easy for developing nations like South Africa to keep up. With the republic mired in an energy crisis, stagnant economic growth and high unemployment, it is often the case that companies have to
Why software escrow gives SA FinTech developers the edge
In large corporations, digital transformation is impacting every customer touchpoint, yet this rapid innovation for operational advancement could be what exposes them to operational risk. The uptake of bespoke third-party software solutions is essential to enable Financial Services and Insurance companies to meet the demands of their daily business operations. But what happens if your third-party
HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 Returns to the International Space Station
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) announced it has sent a third iteration of the HPE Spaceborne Computer, built from commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) servers, to the International Space Station (ISS) via a Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services mission, contracted by NASA, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The goal of HPE Spaceborne Computer-2’s latest trip is
FedEx boosts rural education through collaboration with The Wana Johnson Development Project
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies will be contributing to rural African education with a container classroom donation to The Wana Johnson Development Project. This classroom will serve as a Montessori for children in a Taweni village in Eastern Cape, South Africa. FedEx
85% of IT Leaders See AI Boosting Productivity, but Data Integration and Overwhelmed Teams Hinder Success
New Salesforce research shows 85% of IT leaders expect AI to increase developer productivity at their organisations over the next three years — a welcome relief as they simultaneously report a 39% increase in IT requests in the last year alone. However, 62% also say their organisation isn’t yet equipped to harmonise data systems to
FORBES WOMAN AFRICA and McDonald's South Africa extend partnership to host 9th Leading Women Summit and Gala Awards
What initially started as a gathering of a hundred women in a small ballroom in Johannesburg in 2015 has since grown into a highly anticipated annual summit that fills entire convention centers, with attendees from all walks of life traveling from Africa and beyond to hear esteemed speakers and leaders share their awe-inspiring tales of
AUTO24 acquires Tanzania’s Kupatana, strengthening its African presence
AUTO24.africa, the certified used car marketplace within the Africar Group's portfolio and supported by Stellantis, strengthens its market dominance in Africa with the acquisition of Kupatana, the leading online classifieds platform in Tanzania. The purchase from Euroafrica Digital Ventures, for an undisclosed amount, represents AUTO24.africa's expansion in Sub-Saharan Africa, demonstrating its commitment to transforming the African
Elon Musk reveals Neuralink implants brain chip is already in first human
This past Sunday, the inaugural human recipient of an implant from Neuralink, the brain-chip start-up founded by billionaire Elon Musk, underwent the procedure successfully and is reportedly in good recovery, according to Musk's announcement. Musk shared on the social media platform X that the preliminary results indicate promising detection of neuron spikes, signifying activity in
Darius Badenhorst appointed as Cell C chief growth officer
Darius Badenhorst has been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer at Cell C, commencing his role in February 2024. Responsible for key aspects of business development, customer retention, and customer relationship management, Badenhorst brings a wealth of experience to the position. With a background in Actuarial Science, Financial Mathematics, and Financial Engineering, Badenhorst previously spent
Life Cover: More Than Just a Safety Net for Death
Life is a journey where unexpected detours can arise at any moment. Just like a GPS adjusts routes on-the-go, your life cover should be flexible, offering comprehensive protection that goes beyond death. Consider this: disability can strike in the most unexpected moments, whether you're stepping out of the shower or merely crossing the road on
Future-ready skills key to closing the gap amidst AI advances in the workplace
As technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and others transform industries at an unprecedented pace, it has become imperative for South African workplaces to prioritise education and training initiatives to empower individuals with the skills necessary to thrive in the digital era, writes Varsha Ramesar, Head of Data: Tesserai, a Mettus company. Innovative technologies such as
Unlocking effective inventory management
It may seem obvious, but without getting products to customers on time companies will not survive. Particularly with the rise of e-commerce and customers expecting goods faster than ever before, inventory management has become the hook on which all other aspects of a business hangs. One of the reasons cited for US homeware giant Bed,
FNB thought leadership: Emerging investment trends to lookout for in 2024
As we kick off the year, investors and market analysts are gearing up for what promises to be an eventful 2024 with both potential challenges and opportunities lying ahead. With a global economy in a state of continuous transformation, several key market trends are set to shape the investment landscape this year: Global growth below
Preliminary View of the Draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2023
South Africa has experienced severe loadshedding (i.e. controlled/scheduled power cuts), almost daily, since September 2022. This recent spike and high frequency of loadshedding can be largely attributed to a significant drop in Energy Availability Factor of the coal fleet that has not been optimally maintained due to several factors. In addition, shutting down of units