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Read moreDorsey leaves Bluesky, tech giants do more with less, and the next IPO
News that Jack Dorsey is out at Bluesky caused a stir this weekend. After all, Dorsey is a former Twitter co-founder and CEO, so his investment of time into the rival social network carried weight. The decentralized social networking service said that it is looking for a new board member.
Read moreGoogle and African Union Partner to Launch #DiscoverMyAfrica
The Office of the African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy and Google have announced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge, a month-long initiative celebrating the African continent’s diverse culture, heritage, and vitality. During May, YouTube creators from across Africa share short videos showcasing their unique perspectives, using the hashtag #DiscoverMyAfrica.
Read moreAlphabet-owned Intrinsic incorporates Nvidia tech into robotics platform
The first bit of news out of the Automate conference this year arrives by way of Alphabet X spinout Intrinsic. The firm announced at the Chicago event on Monday that it is incorporating a number of Nvidia offerings into its Flowstate robotic app platform. That includes Isaac Manipulator, a collection of
Read moreTelviva Platform Boosts Zestlife’s Contact Centre Turnaround
Zestlife is a financial services provider that offers insurance products. The company has built its business on its passion for customer service and commitment to fair treatment. This necessitates efficient and effective management of customer communication and engagement. Understanding a Contact Centre A contact center is pivotal to customer experience
Read moreRobinhood’s crypto arm receives SEC warning over alleged securities violations
Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Robinhood’s cryptocurrency division could soon be in trouble with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In an 8-K filing submitted on Saturday, Robinhood revealed that it received a Wells notice from the SEC’s staff recommending the agency take action against the trading platform for
Read moreMeet the Future of Portability: Apple Launches MacBook Air
In a remarkable display of innovation, Apple has once again set the bar high in the tech industry with the unveiling of its latest MacBook Air models. The new 13 and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are not just a step forward; they represent a giant leap in computing technology, thanks
Read moreIce Cream Shop Partners with Metrowatt for Freezing Solution
Paul and David How can one maintain the freezing of 20,000 liters of artisanal ice cream during a load shedding crisis? This was the dilemma confronting Paul Ballen, the founder of Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream, with their latest flagship dessert cafe situated in Parkhurst, Johannesburg. Faced with Eskom’s erratic power
Read moreWhy Digital Trailblazers Must Be Paranoid In These Four Important Areas
My friends and colleagues know I can be paranoid sometimes, but it’s part of my survival instincts. When you’re driving transformation and responsible for operations, as I was for most of my career, you develop anxieties over what can go wrong, how it will impact your objectives, and whether you’re
Read moreThe Pitfalls of Tap-and-Go: A Cautionary Tale
South Africa’s sophisticated banking system has allowed consumers to opt into multiple payment methods, all suited to their lifestyles and personal choices. The Mastercard 2022 survey found that 95% of South African consumers used at least one digital payment method, while the National Treasury announced that it was promoting cashless
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