Stay vigilant against fraud as Black Friday approaches
With Black Friday around the corner – a time when credit and account cards are in heavy use – RCS is urging consumers to stay alert against the rise in fraudulent activities. “The increase is the use of online platforms for shopping and managing bills, opens us up to...
Ask these questions to avoid overspending on Black Friday
The month of sales is here and while we’re being strongly convinced to part ways with hard-earned cash over great specials and discounts, it’s equally important for us to exercise caution and self-discipline when managing money over this period to ensure we don’t...
The role of secure self-service solutions in tourism, hospitality
The travel and tourism industry could undergo a significant transformation as secure self-service solutions become integral to enhanced traveller or guest experiences and operational efficiency. “Travellers could benefit from far greater convenience while...
Tips for smartphone users to safeguard their hearing
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), around 1,5-billion people worldwide live with some level of hearing loss. In many instances, this is a consequence of ageing, with 30% of people over 60 years of age having hearing loss. However, WHO says that 50% of...
Price protection, predictability a buffer against Eskom tariff increases
The prolonged bouts of loadshedding that South Africans endured over the last 15 years or so have driven resourceful users to a number of alternative power solutions. So, while 2023 was the worst year in terms of loadshedding days, it was also a record year for all...
New solution prioritises delivery driver safety
As Africa’s last-mile delivery market grows by over 8% annually, the demand for safer delivery practices has never been higher. Two-wheeler drivers face greater safety risks as they navigate tight timelines for food delivery, often within 60 minutes of orders being...
The Internet’s evolution in SA
Over the last decade, South Africa has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its digital landscape. By David Coleman, chief product officer at Frogfoot Networks The country has made significant strides, with mobile networks now reaching almost every corner of the...
Bringing streaming into the mainstream
TV innovation and consumer tastes are leading to a convergence of linear and over-the-top (OTT) technology, MultiChoice chief technology officer Sabelo Mwali writes that the gold standard must be to ensure streaming is every bit as seamless as the DTH experience....
Google adds another 15 African languages
Google has announced the addition of 15 African languages on Voice Search, typing with voice on Gboard and voice input on Translate. Google already supports typing input with custom keyboards in Gboard for around 200 African languages and varieties, with automatic...
Tips for youth during Cybersecurity Month
As we navigate a world where technology is interwoven into nearly every aspect of life, it’s clear that the world has indeed “gone digital.” From communication and education to commerce and entertainment, technology is at the centre of innovation and growth. In South...
Should all tokens be equal in the crypto market?
As of June 2024, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has issued 138 crypto asset service provider (CASP) licences. By Lerato Lamola, partner at Webber Wentzel With the rolling out of licences, the discussion around the crypto industry moves from whether...
Digital tipping arrives at Sasol forecourts
Sasol, is rolling out Tipped, a digital tipping solution that makes it easy and convenient for customers to tip petrol attendants straight from their smartphones. Tipped is a digital tipping and payment solution for workers to receive gratuities, using a QR code and a...