Nokia to lead the EU’s 6G project Hexa-X

Nokia is the overall project leader for Hexa-X, the European Commission’s 6G flagship initiative for research that will drive the overall 6G vision. The project goals include creating 6G use cases and scenarios, developing fundamental 6G technologies and...

What you need to know about a 13th cheque versus performance bonus

As the year quickly draws to a close, the South Payroll Association (SAPA) has been inundated with queries regarding their expected annual bonuses in December. Jethro Malapane, executive committee of SAPA, says that many of the enquiries stem from employees who...

Covid-19 impact on video streaming services and cloud DVR

The way people consume media has overwhelmingly shifted towards over-the-top (OTT). In addition to live TV, the number of video streaming platforms l has grown rapidly. Along with the near unlimited choice of content, consumers have come to expect a seamless user...

SA’s mobile ecosystem is rife with opportunity – and challenges

South Africa is not only the largest telecoms market in Africa, but also is one of the most advanced ecosystems on the continent with 80 active tech hubs across the country. Similarly, with mobile penetration at 176% and internet penetration climbing steadily at 55%,...

FNB App offers SME marketplace with 3m potential customers

As agile SMEs look to re-shape their business models and evolve their offerings to counter the negative impact of Covid-19, FNB has launched a digital marketplace on its app that gives businesses providing home services solutions access to 3-million potential...

Fibre joins sustainability in redefining SA’s property market

Research in the US shows fibre internet connectivity can add almost R80 000 to the price of the average home, roughly half the value of a bathroom. Shane Chorley, head of sales and marketing at Frogfoot Networks In South Africa, the situation is more complex. It is...