Operators expect big things from 5G

The industry’s first benchmark of 5G operator maturity reveals that two-thirds of operators expect 5G to create new revenue streams, while more than 70% of operators are focused on 5G to help improve existing consumer services. The Nokia 5G Maturity Index,...
Digitalisation exposes business to new and unexpected risks

Digitalisation exposes business to new and unexpected risks

As organisations transition to a digital-first approach across all transactions, the attack surface of global business expands rapidly – and sometimes in unexpected ways. In other words, thanks to the rapid enhancements and constant changes in technology, the...

Cost hampers drive for customer experience

New research shows that, despite a determined drive towards improving customer experience, increasing trust and satisfaction, half of all companies across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) continue to be challenged by the rising cost of customer acquisition,...

Global smartphone sales stall

Global sales of smartphones to end users stalled in the fourth quarter of 2018, totalling 408,4-million units — growth of just 0,1% over the fourth quarter of 2017, according to Gartner. Apple recorded its worst quarterly decline (11,8%) since the first quarter...

Calling all resellers: cast your vote now

It’s that time of the year when the Channelwise Awards recognise and salute the cream of our industry. The annual awards are based on the valued and trusted opinion of South Africa’s reseller community. “Please take the time to do the survey and vote...

New ATM cyber attacks hitting African banks

African financial institutions have been urged to take extra precautions to protect themselves against the growing threat of ATM cashout type attacks. Cyber security firm Foregenix, which operates across Africa, warns the rise in these attacks can cause extensive...