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DAILYUPDATE
26 April 2024
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Fibre network operators proliferate, but confidence drops
Confidence in South Africa’s fibre network operators (FNOs) is slipping.
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Workers are keen on GenAI, but more wary in their personal lives
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April 25, 2024
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In a mere five days, ChatGPT amassed a million users, solidifying its status as a household name and highlighting a widespread public fascination with artificial intelligence (AI). According to new research by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), consumers’ knowledge and excitement about AI is surprisingly high.
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Deepfake frauds are on the rise
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April 25, 2024
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The artificial intelligence (AI) renaissance, which turned artificial intelligence into one of the hottest topics in both the consumer and business sectors, comes with its dark side, as more and more scammers use AI tools for cyberattacks and data breaches.
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Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste
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April 25, 2024
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It’s a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply shrug and state they are unable to replace the part, and that you should buy the newer updated version of the product.
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Startup innovation shapes tech landscape
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April 25, 2024
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In the ever-evolving landscape of tech innovation, practical and customer-centric solutions take centre stage – from AI-driven medical diagnostics to streamlined IT management platforms enhancing operational efficiency, the focus is on solutions that directly impact customer experiences.
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Deposit Insurance protects banking customers
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April 25, 2024
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The Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI) now aligns South Africa with the rest of the G20, guaranteeing cash deposits of up to R100 000 per qualifying depositor in the event of a bank collapse.
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Creative learnerships can drive rapid skills development
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April 25, 2024
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As South Africa continues to grapple with its massive youth (15-34 years) unemployment rate of 4,7-million individuals (Q4 2023), there is a critical need for innovative approaches to skills development and employability.
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AI, scarcity, power all key datacentre trends
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April 25, 2024
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It’s easy to say that 2023 was the year of AI, or generative AI to be more specific. Adjusting to its demands – and exploiting its potential – will continue to be a big ask for the datacentre industry this year, compounded by the need for stable energy supply, cooling and the potential use of alternative energy sources.
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Virtual healthcare could be a catalyst for social change
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April 25, 2024
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According to the United Nations Development Programme, more than 400-million people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to good health care, representing nearly half of the global total without this essential service.
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Supply chain security vital for SA’s digital-first financial system
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April 25, 2024
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South Africa’s banking sector has always been characterised by forward-thinking mindsets. Like the rest of the continent, digital platforms and services play a crucial role in offering financial services to a majorly underserviced or “unbanked” population.
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