SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...
AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure
By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...
Digital assets, AI are hot as fintechs pull in $44,7bn
Despite the cautious optimism permeating the fintech sector heading into 2025, the first half of the year saw fintech investment and deals slow considerably amid headwinds from ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns around evolving trade policies. Total fintech...
The rise and rise of the AI PC
Artificial intelligence (AI) PCs will represent 31% of the total PC market globally by the end of 2025, according to Gartner, which says worldwide shipments of AI PCs are projected to total 77,8-million units this year. “AI PCs are reshaping the market, but their...
PMI reflects continued manufacturing volatility
The seasonally adjusted PMI declined by 1.4 points to 49.5 in August, partially reversing the 2.3-point improvement seen in July. This suggests that activity in the sector remained subdued, with both domestic and export demand showing signs of pressure. That said, it...
Applications open for ISPA Inspires education sponsorship
South Africa’s Internet Service Providers’ Association (ISPA) invites applications for its “ISPA Inspires scholarship” for the 2026 academic year. Applications open today, Monday 1 September, and will close on 30 October. Visit the ISPA Inspires website for more...
Strong iOS growth drives up smartphone market
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,24-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This represents an improvement from the previous forecast of 0,6%,...
Southern Africa’s critical minerals a global imperative for energy transition
A new report by the World Economic Forum highlights the urgent need to unlock investment in southern Africa’s critical minerals to meet surging global demand for clean energy and low-carbon technologies. It identifies key financing gaps facing the region and showcases...
Pump my Android … safely
With a goal to curb malware and financial scams, Google has announced a new policy requiring developer verification for all Android app installations on certified devices - those with preloaded Google Mobile Services (like Samsung, Pixel, and others) - starting in...
Diverse and flexible skills needed in renewable energy sector
A new research report from the University of Cape Town’s Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU) – Renewable Energy Skills Mapping and Labour Market Analysis in the Western Cape - offers a comprehensive analysis of the renewable energy skills...
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Corporate teams can start the year with a bang
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Vertiv supports growing African telecoms industry
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MTN achieves 98% network availability in Free State, Northern Cape
In MTN's Central Region, which includes the Free State, Northern Cape and parts of North West, network sites with resilience are now achieving above 98% network availability daily and improving from 92% network availability. This is the result of MTN's network...
Why 2024 will be the year of the AI assistant
Over the coming 12 months, generative AI will drive transformation across all industries, boosting efficiency and productivity. Tailoring and personalising customer interactions faster and at scale, workers are quickly realising the benefits. By Linda Saunders,...
AI vs humanity – a battle for identity
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