How to avoid online ticket fraud
There is no doubt that South Africans are excited to head back to stadiums to watch sport and to watch their favourite musicians. This can be seen in the almost immediate sell out of the Springboks versus Ireland test matches and the return of a number of...
Balancing the potential and risks of Musk’s brain chip
Elon Musk's recent announcement that his company Neuralink has successfully implanted a computer chip into a human brain has sparked excitement in medical circles and raised ethical concerns. While neurotechnology offers potential benefits for individuals who have...
How tax automation could boost the digital economy
Pundits often say that digital technology can grow GDP and raise living standards. There is merit to these claims, writes George Karageorgiades, director and cofounder of PaySpace. A 2022 paper published by Chinese researchers in the Frontiers in Public Health journal...
Metaverse Gallery fosters African talent
BIC has announced the launch of its art gallery in the Metaverse in Africa. The launch is an extension of the company's flagship art competition, Art Master Africa, that aims to encourage talent to express themselves through art using the BIC ballpoint pen. The Art...
Lindiwe Mazibuko launches civic education app
Futurelect CEO and co-founder Lindiwe Mazibuko has launched an app that aims to change how citizens view, participate in, and understand democracy. Futurelect, a non-profit, non-partisan organisation promoting leadership development and active citizenship believes...
From frictionless to FrictionZero in business travel
In an age where even the brief wait for a coffee feels too long, the business travel scene is undergoing a radical transformation. Welcome to the era of FrictionZero Travel, where the concept of 'waiting' is as outdated as fax machines. This shift isn't just about...
When is sharing oversharing on social media?
The recent "get to know me" trend on Instagram and TikTok may seem harmless, but cybersecurity experts have warned of the potential pitfalls of giving away too much of your personal information, particularly as it makes it easier for hackers to compromise your...
In the race to digital wallets, don’t forget cash
Success in the digital payment space will hinge on the ability of new players and incumbents to converge the physical and digital experience into a seamless continuum for the customer. Extending the digital solution to a cash-based customer requires a "phygital"...
How load shedding impacts the property market
Load shedding continues to significantly reshape the attitudes of homeowners, and the expectations of buyers and sellers, in the South African property market. This is according to Renier Kriek, MD of Sentinel Homes, who says: "Enjoying one's home to the greatest...
Addressing the scourge of cyberbullying
Bullying is a pervasive risk to South African children, resulting in long-lasting emotional and psychological harm. In addition to physical and verbal bullying, a particularly concerning trend is the increased incidences of cyberbullying, also known as social media...
Cryptocurrency and soccer: Same goals for different folks
Does the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) have anything to do with cryptocurrency? Only if you recognise that the talent, skills, quick thinking, and careful planning that define the sport of soccer are inherently invaluable to supporting investment decision-making,...
Say hello to your new personal companion
As Africa gears up to be the second-fastest growing region in the world, the continent's expansion promises heightened innovation and a transformative shift in business practices and technology utilisation. By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP in Southern Africa The ways in...