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Transnet on track with R129bn recovery

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Bitcoin price likely to surge as US stagflation takes hold

With the US Federal Reserve now openly warning of stagflation, Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking insulation from mounting economic stress. This is according to Nigel Green, chief executive of deVere Group, who says the expected...

Customer service agents fail to promote self-service

A massive 60% of customer service agents fail to promote self-service options, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey of 5 801 customers conducted in January and February 2025 revealed that despite the potential benefits of self-service, when agents do...

ISPA cries foul on fixed call termination rates

The Internet Service Providers Association (ISPA) has questioned recently-announced aggressive reductions in fixed call termination rates. The industry representative body is also calling for implementation of the planned convergence of mobile and fixed call...

Microsoft pumps up AI investments with $1,5bn into G42

Microsoft has announced a $1,5-billion strategic investment in UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) technology holding company G42. As part of the partnership, Brad Smith, vice-chair and president of Microsoft, will join the G42 Board of Directors. Building on the...

Tesla decimates global workforce

Elon Musk's Tesla is shedding 14 000 jobs, about 10% of its global workforce. The news comes amid a flagging market and increased competition from China. Hours after Musk made the announcement in a mail to employees, two senior executives resigned from the company....

Inkjet, colour lasers drive regional printer growth

The overall Middle East and Africa (MEA) hardcopy peripherals (HCP) market posted growth in both units and value in FY2023, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). The technology research and consulting firm's Worldwide Quarterly...

WiFi 7 market hits $1bn before launch

The WiFi 7 market has already reached $1-billion, well ahead of its May 2024 launch. Projected to reach $24,2-billion by 2030, WiFi 7 represents a transformative shift in wireless technology, demanding exploration by IT professionals. These are among the findings of...

Intel, Ubisoft collaborate on 2024 Star Wars Outlaws

Intel is the exclusive CPU launch partner for the much-anticipated game Star Wars Outlaws, releasing in 2024. Both Intel and Massive Entertainment - a Ubisoft Studio - have been hard at work behind the scenes to ensure PC gamers get the best possible experience at...

Crypto exchange VALR gets regulatory CASP license

VALR, the Pantera-backed crypto exchange headquartered in Johannesburg, announced that it has been granted both a Category I and Category II license by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa as a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP). The FSCA...

How Meta is preparing for SA elections

Over many years, Meta has developed a comprehensive approach to elections on our platforms, writes Balkissa Ide Siddo, public policy director: sub-Saharan Africa at Meta. But we know that no two elections are the same. That's why our team is developing a tailored...

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All the winners at Microsoft 2019 Partner of the Year

Microsoft South Africa has announced the winners and finalists of the Microsoft 2019 Partner of the Year Awards. Accenture walked away with the coveted title of Managing Director's Partner of the Year. The annual awards recognize Microsoft South Africa partners that...

Nutanix appoints channel, OEM lead for EMEA

Nutanix has appointed Cyril VanAgt to lead its Channel and OEM activities in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. VanAgt will oversee all of Nutanix's go-to-market relationships with resellers, distributors, regional system integrators and technology partners in...

New sales lead for Argility

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