Samsung postpones Galaxy Fold launch

Samsung has postponed the commercial launch of its Galaxy Fold smartphone following severe problems with review models sent to the media last week. The screens and hinges of many of the review units broke within just a few days, brought about by a number of factors,...

Universe’s first molecule found at last

The first type of molecule that ever formed in the universe has been detected in space for the first time, after decades of searching. Scientists discovered its signature in our own galaxy using the world’s largest airborne observatory, NASA’s Stratospheric...

Joburg is ready to make the digitalisation leap

Johannesburg scores poorly in digitalization readiness, but has the potential to improve rapidly Siemens has launched a web-based application which reveals the readiness and potential of six major cities to embrace digitalisation and develop new ways of living,...

Security key for IP protection

llectual Property Day (26 April) raises awareness on how intellectual property (IP) impacts daily life. But, while much attention is placed around the legal aspects, companies and individuals need to consider the security ramifications as well. “Intellectual property...

Innovative startups drive IoT investments

Venture capital (VC) investments in the Internet of Things (IoT) space experienced a fluctuating trend in 2018, as the share of deals valued at less than $5-million mostly grew, while the deal volume registered inconsistent growth during the year. According to data...

Top trends in supply chain technology

Supply chains are becoming increasingly globalised and more complex. Raw materials and products travel across many geographical locations and pass through multiple suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, carriers and service providers. Often, the supply chain is...