Threads downloads return to growth as X adds Walmart to its advertiser exodus
Recent efforts by Meta to grow Threads’ install base have been working. According to a new analysis of app store trends, Instagram Threads is now outpacing X, formerly Twitter, at least in terms of new downloads. App intelligence firm Apptopia indicates that, although Threads’ daily downloads had been declining since
Read moreUsing Technology and Data to Improve Healthcare in South Africa
Imagine the potential to pinpoint and react to a cholera outbreak with real-time medical information or be able to receive immediate alerts to a measles outbreak in a certain community. The potential of technology and data to improve healthcare in South Africa is vast and transformative. Despite the existing challenges
Read moreArmata Cyber Security Debuts Security Operations Centre
Armata Cyber Security launched its Security Operations Centre (SOC) on November 7, 2023, providing agile threat protection to organizations. The SOC expands security offerings for SMBs, mid-market entities, and larger enterprises. Customers joining Armata SOC receive enhanced threat protection through Microsoft Sentinel’s advanced security technologies. “Our SOC, led by skilled
Read moreEducate Yourself: 6 AI Threats To Know About!!
By the end of this year, the artificial intelligence (AI) market in South Africa is projected to reach $2.4 billion, with an annual growth rate of 21% expected between now and 2030. Despite the potential for AI to mitigate security risks and enhance decision-making, Anna Collard, SVP of Content Strategy
Read moreStrava gets in-app messaging to help you bypass WhatsApp
Strava is taking one big step closer to becoming a true social network, as the fitness-tracking platform introduces in-app messaging to let users send private one-to-one and group messages. The new messaging feature, which is available to both free and premium subscribers, goes some way toward unifying everything in a single
Read moreArmorCode raises $40M to consolidate security data in one place
ArmorCode, a cybersecurity platform that gathers vulnerability data from connected apps and software infrastructure, consolidating the data into a single location and standardizing it for analysis, has raised $40 million in a Series B round led by HighlandX with participation from NGP Capital, Ballistic Ventures, Sierra Ventures and Cervin. Bringing
Read moreElevating Virtual Agents with Cutting-Edge Generative AI Technology
Cape Town-based conversational automation specialist, CLEVVA, has recently enhanced its virtual agents with Generative AI (Gen AI) technology. This upgrade enables virtual agents to engage in targeted sales, support, and service conversations that feel human while effectively accomplishing tasks. CLEVVA’s co-CEO, Ryan Falkenberg, emphasizes the distinction between virtual agents and
Read moreSBC AFRITECH LAUNCHES INVESTMENT SYNDICATE
Startupbootcamp AfriTech is launching the OnAfrica Investment Syndicate, an innovative initiative led by Henry Ojuor, connecting startups to mentors providing operational help and capital. The syndicate aims to support promising African startups with check sizes ranging from $100,000 to $400,000, fostering holistic growth through mentorship and operational excellence. “In a
Read moreThe best kitchen gifts for techy chefs in 2023
The kitchen is a sacred place. Some chefs insist on keeping things low-tech — Christine’s favorite purchase of the year is a piece of plastic from QVC, and Haje thinks that the Internet of Things has gone too far with Wi-Fi enabled toasters. But some of us cannot resist the
Read moreWorried about stokvel safety during the peak season? Explore 8 precautionary measures
For decades, stokvels have played a significant role in promoting a savings culture and assisting individuals in achieving their financial goals. Despite the challenging economic environment, stokvels continue to exhibit growth and evolve, serving purposes beyond their traditional scope. As the festive season approaches, many stokvel groups will be dividing
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