When it comes to ‘litter’, start with a ‘little’
South African communities are increasingly becoming aware of how their own actions and projects can add value to their surroundings - not only in terms of improving the environment, but also in creating safer, cleaner neighbourhoods with better property values....
New round of resignations at OpenAI
Some of OpenAI’s top executives have announced that they are leaving the artificial intelligence (AI) startup. Chief technology officer Mira Murati resigned after more than six years with the company, saying she would be doing her “own exploration” according to a...
Flexible frustrations: hybrid technology falling short
Many organisations are still falling behind in providing the necessary technology to support flexible working - with only 30% of European employees saying they have the right tools to collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and pointing to a significant gap in...
The crucial role of metals in combating malarial resistance
Although malaria mortality rates have decreased over the years, the problem still lies with rising resistance, according to Professor Gregory Smith, a professor of inorganic chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Cape Town (UCT). Prof Smith was...
Tarsus On Demand becomes an Amazon Web Services distributor
Tarsus On Demand (TOD) has become an Amazon Web Services (AWS) distributor and will work with AWS to provide enhanced cloud services and support for independent software vendors (ISVs) and managed service providers (MSPs) across sub-Saharan Africa. Chantelle Trollip,...
High refresh rates give gamers the edge
Imagine you’re locked in an intense battle royale. You’ve managed to outlast 99 other players and find yourself in a tense one-on-one standoff. You spot your opponent through a doorway, but by the time your eyes can register the movement and your fingers can pull the...
How to build the workforce of tomorrow using wind
Tackling unemployment and creating good, clean jobs could be possible if we fully leverage wind energy as a reliable renewable energy resource. However, Morongoa Ramaboa, from the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA), says that it is important that we are...
Achieve sustainability goals in the era of AI
Have you ever wondered if artificial intelligence (AI) can help us build a more sustainable and equitable future? By Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: CEEMETA at Dell Technologies Today, as AI seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, its adoption and impact are...
Botswana Supply Chain Summit empowers African supply chains
SAPICS has announced its participation in the upcoming inaugural Botswana Supply Chain Summit, aiming to educate and empower supply chain professionals not just in South Africa but across the continent. “SAPICS recognises Africa’s potential as a global supply chain...
SA closes the net on corporate secrecy
New regulatory guidance lowers the threshold for identifying company owners, making it harder for criminals to hide behind corporate structures, writes Hawken McEwan, director of risk and compliance at DocFox. In the ongoing battle against financial crime, South...
How home security could impact your mental health
South Africa faces high crime rates, especially when it comes to burglaries and home robberies. According to the most recent statistics from the South African Police Service, residential crimes continue to be a concern, leaving many households feeling vulnerable....
Protect yourself from the risk of uncertified electrical appliances
Following reports of uncertified electrical products being sold on international online marketplaces, concerns are mounting over the potential risks these items pose to South African consumers. “When it comes to electrical products, the difference between safety and...