CEOs say cybersecurity is critical for business growth
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Microsoft dominates in phishing trends
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SOLmate celebrates 1m digital wallet transactions
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Early smartphone use could have long-term consequences
A group of researchers from the University of Milano-Bicocca and SUPSI, by means of longitudinal data provided by INVALSI (Italian Institute for the Evaluation of the Education System), has confirmed that early smartphone usage before the age of 12 does not bring...
IT, security teams rally to counter AI threats
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Digital health market heads to $780bn
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European Commission, African Development Bank unlock new infrastructure funding
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Anglo American partner on EV batteries
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Création Africa extends application deadline
Création Africa, a R24-million initiative to mentor, incubate and provide financial support for emerging culture and creative businesses in Lesotho, Malawi and South Africa, has issued its final call for applications. Entrepreneurs have until 31 January 2024 to apply....
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