Deal-making has never been more difficult for Big Tech

The merger and acquisition (M&A) landscape for Big Tech is undergoing a dramatic shift with increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly around antitrust concerns, making large acquisitions a challenge, says GlobalData. This trend extends beyond traditional M&A...
Global Energy & Utility companies are embracing AI

Global Energy & Utility companies are embracing AI

A new study – IBM’s Global AI Adoption Index 2023 – reveals that 74% of global Energy & Utility companies have implemented or are exploring using AI in their operations – with 33% focusing AI projects on HR/Talent Acquisition and 27%...

European networks lead the race to Net Zero

The carbon emissions of mobile network operators fell by 6% globally between 2019-2022, according to the GSMA’s fourth Mobile Net Zero report, published yesterday at MWC Barcelona. The report reveals regional variations in the reduction of operational emissions,...

A year of elections and politically-motivated DDoS attacks

This year is a significant one for elections on the global stage with more than 60 taking place worldwide – including national elections in the five most populous countries in the world. In fact, across the globe, more voters than ever before will make their way...

Vodacom applies to ConCourt for Please Call Me appeal

Vodacom has applied for leave to appeal the 6 February judgement on the Please Call Me matter, handed down by the Supreme Appeal. The mobile operator confirms that it has lodged its application for leave to appeal this judgment and order to the Constitutional Court of...

COFI Bill set to shake up local finance sector

While it’s unlikely that the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill will be tabled before Parliament ahead of the elections this year, market players are eagerly awaiting its enactment and the many benefits it will bring – especially when it comes...