Partnering, AI can help combat insurance fraud
Partnering is vital for insurers to ensure they are able to effectively combat fraud. This is one of the messages to come out of the Insurance Crime Bureau (ICB) conference, held under the theme of "Breaking Barriers & Building Bridges for the Future". It saw more...
Microprocessor market on track for $196,5-billion by 2030
The global microprocessor market size is projected to reach $196,5-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Moreover, the global microprocessor market volume is projected to reach 3,9-billion units...
SARS throws mandatory branch filing curveball
With the South African Revenue Service (SARS) now issuing auto-assessment notices to taxpayers, and filing season right around the corner, the tax world is a buzz with activity. All over, SARS and tax advisors are encouraging taxpayers to take proactive steps to...
Geo-distributed businesses using container development under attack
More than three quarters (85%) of geo-distributed companies in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region using container development methods experienced cybersecurity incidents in the last 12-months, according to the latest Kaspersky study. These...
The use of drones in precision farming takes off in SA
The use of drones in agriculture is becoming increasingly common as these unmanned aircraft are proving to be a valuable tool used in precision farming - a technique involving the analysis and consideration of several factors to determine the correct inputs for...
Navigating financial crime and regulatory challenges in cross-border transactions
According to McKinsey research, cross-border payments are a major revenue driver for payments companies and banks, representing worldwide flows of around $150-trillion a year. Remittances offer particularly attractive opportunities for money launderers, terrorist...
Africa reaches important milestones on its data centre journey
It shouldn't come as a surprise that Africa's data centre market is attracting significant interest from foreign direct investment (FDI) and subsequent institutional investors. For one, the continent plays an important role in data centre developers' efforts to meet...
Why your bank isn’t up to the task of sending money offshore
South African banks love to promote their tech credentials. They'll incorporate any awards they win for innovation or tech integration into their marketing materials and race each other to introduce new app features. By Harry Scherzer, CEO of FutureForex For the most...
Digital communications empowers African SMEs
The African small business landscape is brimming with potential. From active markets to innovative entrepreneurs, the continent represents a vibrant hub of economic activity. Yet, in this dynamic environment, standing out and reaching customers can be a challenge,...
AI helps finance teams work smarter
Artificial intelligence (AI) deployment in financial systems is driving finance teams to work smarter and consequently enhancing business efficiencies. Gary Govender, strategic business development manager at Alnet Technologies, highlights the pivotal role of...
Could automation be the answer to SA’s infrastructure woes?
With South Africans last having experienced load shedding on 26 March, many are cautiously optimistic that the country has started turning the corner on its infrastructure woes. But the reality is they're far from over. In early June, for example, the country's four...
Huawei aims to train 150 000 more in Sub-Saharan Africa
On 28 June, Huawei announced a new plan to train an additional 150 000 people in sub-Saharan Africa over the next three years. The plan comes on top of the ICT leader's initial goal to equip over 100 000 people in the region with digital skills by 2025. Huawei has...