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Humans will be more cost-effective than GenAI for CX
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SA companies set to make AI business-as-usual in 2026
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30% growth on the cards for foldable smartphones
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IBM and Riyadh Air build first AI-native airline
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AI-generated sites distribute remote access software used in attacks
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Despite slowing momentum, global trade to hit record $35trn
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PayInc Economic Index holds encouraging signs for the economy
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CEOs expect business to improve in 2026
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Electric vehicles on the charge in 2026
In 2026, 116-million electric vehicles (EVs) – cars, buses, vans, and heavy trucks – are forecast to be on the road, according to Gartner. “Despite the US government introducing tariffs on vehicle imports and many governments removing the subsidies and incentives for...
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HoneyCoin raises $4,9m for stablecoin-powered payments
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RS joins forces with NAACAM
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Red Hat OpenShift once again a Gartner leader
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When cheap solar comes at a deadly cost
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AI decisioning platforms come of age
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Unleashing Africa’s retail transformation
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The rise of the shadow employee
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