Massive growth ahead for global mobile data traffic
Almost one-in-five of all global mobile subscriptions are expected to be 5G subscriptions by the end of 2023, as the growth proves resilient despite continued economic challenges and geopolitical unrest in some markets. The statistic is featured in the November 2023...
Resource-rich Africa has ‘no excuse to be poor’
With $6,2-trillion worth of natural resources, 65% of the world's uncultivated arable land, and a vibrant youth population, Africa has no excuse to be poor. This is the word from African Development Bank group president Dr Akinwumi Adesina, who says the continent must...
Internet use lowers death risk in over-50s
A new study reveals some unexpected health benefits of Internet usage - especially for older adult populations. According to research by Atlas VPN, Internet users aged 50 and older have a 33% lower risk of death than non-users. Engaging with new social connections and...
WiFi 7 is on the fast track
The latest cross-industry report by the Wireless Broadband Alliance reveals that WiFi 6, 6E, and 7 top the list of wireless technologies that network operators, ISPs, device and chipset vendors, enterprises and other companies plan to deploy by the end of 2024 - ahead...
Counting the cost of fuel price hikes
Fuel price hikes have had a big impact on South Africans' daily lives, as consumers spend more at the pump but get fewer litres of fuel in total. It is no surprise then that Discovery Insure's latest Drive Trends Report finds many are taking fewer work trips per...
Security outsourcing set to surge
Company bosses are boosting their cybersecurity following an alarming increase in cyberattacks. A new study commissioned by Kaspersky shows that 82% of companies surveyed in South Africa suffered at least one cyber incident over the last two years. One of the main...
Successful reinvention is good for the bottom line
Only 20% of South African enterprises are succeeding at digital transformation - yet those that are totally reinventing themselves to remain competitive are reporting 22% stronger revenue growth than those companies that have had limited or failed transformations,...
European AR/VR spending to hit $8,4bn by 2027
According to the Worldwide Augmented and Virtual Reality Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), European augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) spending will reach $8,4-billion by 2027, reflecting a 22,4% five-year compound annual...
How can African operators leverage 5G to accelerate their home broadband rollouts?
By Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Broadband Officer, MTN Nigeria - There is no doubt that Africa has made immense strides when it extending internet access to more people. In fact, between 2015 and 2022 the number of internet users on the continent doubled. As important...
How payment technology has created opportunities
It doesn't matter whether a company is a small to medium-sized enterprise or a large corporation, or where it's based, we are all now operating in a global economy. Irrespective of the size of an enterprise, its location or what its product offering is, with the right...
Redefining security in the age of cyberthreats
Cybercrime remains one of the most persistent challenges facing the modern business. In September 2023 there were seventy-one incidents and 3 808 687 191 compromised records. Globally, the total number of breached records for 2023 is currently sitting at more than...
Growing demand for skilled IT professionals
South Africa's tech industry is thriving thanks to technology advancements and the adoption of digital solutions by businesses. By Amy Scriven, recruitment manager at EQPlus This has led to an increased demand for skilled professionals in software development, data...