Africa’s Telecom Giants: 10 Largest Mobile Networks
The African mobile telecommunications industry has witnessed significant growth in recent years, with millions of people across the continent relying on mobile networks for communication and connectivity. As of 2023, here is a look at the largest mobile networks in Africa, ranked by their number of subscribers. 1. MTN Group
Read moreCar Repossessions on the Rise in SA’s Difficult Economic Climate
After an influx of complaints about the repossession of vehicles by banks when people fall behind with their vehicle finance repayments, the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBS), Reana Steyn, says it is necessary to clarify the rights of both consumers and banks in such circumstances. She notes that the first
Read moreVeeam Unveils Latest Updates
Veeam Software has officially unveiled the New Veeam Data Platform 23H2 update and the latest Veeam Backup & Replication v12.1 release during the global VeeamON Resiliency Summit. This groundbreaking update, based on the pillars of Data Security, Data Recovery, and Data Freedom, introduces enhanced data security, malware detection, automated recovery,
Read moreWhat Role Does CCM Play in the Banking Industry?
Everyone knows what businesses like Uber and Airbnb are; they are platforms that connect vendors who have something to sell with people who want to buy those goods and services. The platform concept brought a significant change to the business world by making traditionally challenging tasks, like finding accommodation or
Read moreSnowflake user panel focuses on how three orgs are approaching GenAI
There is no shortage of announcements from the vendor community about how they intend to implement generative AI (GenAI) into their product offerings. It has become an almost daily occurrence, but there are fewer indications about strategic plans end-user organizations are formulating when it comes to using the breakthrough technology.
Read moreCalifornia agency pulls Cruise’s commercial robotaxi permit following DMV action
The California Public Utilities Commission has suspended Cruise’s authority to carry and charge passengers for its robotaxi service, following similar action from the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. The CPUC is also “independently carrying out investigatory activities into recent incidents involving passenger service,” Terrie Prosper, director of news and outreach
Read moreTriple-A gets funding from Peak XV to help more businesses use crypto
Created by the founder of Thunes, global digital currency payments institution Triple-A wants to close the gap between traditional finance and blockchain-based payments with its white-label solutions for businesses. It enables clients to pay in or accept crypto and get fiat money in their bank accounts the next day. Triple-A
Read moreRobotaxi pushback grows in Los Angeles as Cruise loses permits
Less than a month after Waymo’s Los Angeles County expansion, labor organizers and an LA lawmaker are calling for new autonomous-vehicle regulations. On Tuesday, the office of LA Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez said he will introduce a motion “urging officials in the state to address public safety concerns around autonomous vehicles
Read moreTrevor Milton to reimburse Nikola $165M per arbitration proceeding
Electric and hydrogen-powered heavy truck maker Nikola was awarded $165 million from its founder and former executive chairman, Trevor Milton, in an arbitration proceeding. Nikola said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that an arbitration panel in New York awarded the funds to Nikola on October 20.
Read moreApple, government officials lend support to federal right to repair law
This afternoon, the Biden White House convened a meeting of top executives and government officials to discuss growing calls to institute right to repair on a national level. The virtual meeting came two weeks after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 244 into law, creating requirements for consumer electronics and
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