WhatsApp and its role in elections
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Digital twins could be key to using old mines for clean energy
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NASA’s Curiosity rover sends a picture postcard From Mars
NASA’s Curiosity rover captured a remarkable image from its most recent perch on the side of Mars’ Mount Sharp. The mission team was so inspired by the beauty of the landscape, they combined two versions of the black-and-white images from different times of the day...
Sci-Bono appeals for return of missing RoboDog
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NFT adoption set to double in SA
South Africans are less likely to own NFTs compared to their global counterparts, although the popularity of this asset class is growing. Finder.com's Global NFT Adoption report of more than 28 000 internet users reveals that 8,3% of South Africans own NFTs, which is...
How to evaluate a Black Friday deal
The South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) warns buyers against overspending on ill-considered purchases advertised as Black Friday deals. "Black Friday specials often aim to exploit the emotional vulnerability consumers and society to counter...
Sales reps urged to prepare for festive season growth
While many sectors are coming off a low base as a result of last year's lockdown, a large number of South African industries have improved significantly this year. Leading the race are the food and beverage as well as the building and hardware industries which...
Travel trends to evolve in a post-Covid world
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group have launched 'Trending in Travel', a new report that shows the latest trends traveller behaviour and future booking patterns in the wake of Covid-19. WTTC, representing the global Travel & Tourism...
New platform raises awareness on the plight of migrant women
With the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence (GBV) running from 25 November to 10 December, a new platform brings the public closer to the stories of women who migrate, detailing how they endure multiple forms of intersecting violence. Women and...
Residential rental market over-supplied as demand wanes
Tenant demand for rental property in the third quarter of 2021 remains weak. This low demand is perhaps not surprising considering that the hard lockdown in the second quarter of 2020 wiped out 14% of all jobs. By Michelle Dickens, CEO of TPN Credit Bureau Even after...
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PayGate launches PayPartner programme
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Fortinet reports strong Q4 results
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Software AG releases Q4 results
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Schneider introduces new StruxureWare
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Building, retaining customer relationships
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Canon wins five BLI awards
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Lead generating e-mail campaigns
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Intervate, TFG win award for Intranet design
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