Intel delivers new SSD memory

Intel has delivered what it believes to be the world’s first commercially available 64-layer, TLC, 3D NAND solid state drive (SSD). “We are announcing the new Intel SSD 545s for the computer client,” says Rob Crooke, senior vice-president and GM of...
Telematics to improve driving

Telematics to improve driving

Telematics – the data received from tracking devices in vehicles – has long helped commercial fleet owners maximise the value of their operations. And now it can be used to reinforce positive driver behaviour too. “Traditionally, telematics has...

SA fintech sets FICA record

Fintech startup ThisIsMe has set an African record for the Financial Intelligence Centre Amendment (FICA) process. Instead of the more usual two days to two weeks, it has completed the process within three minutes. “ThisIsMe has set a new African record for the...

Cloud reality is outperforming perception

Businesses are rapidly embracing cloud infrastructure (IaaS) to boost performance and innovation levels. New research from Oracle reveals that, while negative perceptions around security, complexity and loss of control still present barriers to adoption, they are...

Dell EMC hits $1bn for new storage

In just 419 days since shipping, the Dell EMC Unity family of All-Flash and hybrid flash storage arrays, the company has achieved $1-billion in cumulative bookings. Dell EMC Unity delivers All-Flash and hybrid storage performance and simplicity for the midrange with...

The who and why behind Petya

In the wake of the latest ransomware attack to hit the world, Rick Holland, vice-president: strategy at Digital Shadows, puts forward his theories around who was responsible, why they launched the attack, and its longer-term implications. Late on 27 June, the New York...