JSE and Big xyt Partner on New Joint Venture
In a strategic collaboration, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has joined forces with big xyt, a prominent global independent provider of smart data and analytics solutions, to establish big xyt ecosystems. This joint venture culminates in the formation of a new company called big xyt ecosystems, which aims to offer
Read moreHashtag Trending Jul.26-Ransomware attacks up 180 per cent; Citizen Lab Toronto exposes WeChat data sharing; More AI price increase
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Read moreDial-up a therapist like an Uber? Wangie aims at Gen-Zs and the time-poor
It would be fair to say there’s no global solution for instant 24/7 access to mental health support. Yes, there are a few ‘marketplaces’ where you can schedule a call with a therapist in advance. Online solutions now include Better Help, Talk Space, and TeenCounselling. Then there are platforms connected
Read moreMaterials Nexus raises £2 million seed to discover clean climate material
Materials Nexus, a deep tech AI and quantum mechanic company, announced Wednesday the close of a £2 million seed round led by Ada Ventures. The National Security Innovation Fund, The University of Cambridge, as well as angel investors Andrew MacKay and Jasmin Thomas also participated in the round. The company,
Read moreIndia’s food delivery giant Swiggy launches credit card
Swiggy has become the latest Indian startup to offer its customers a credit card as the food delivery giant broadens its efforts to drive engagement and retention. The Bengaluru-headquartered startup is co-launching the credit card with HDFC Bank, India’s largest private bank. The credit card will offer customers a 10%
Read moreFinancial Services: How Does Technology Lead the Way?
Technology’s relentless march has brought about unprecedented changes across industries, reshaping the landscape of business within a mere five years. The financial services sector, in particular, has witnessed an era of remarkable technological advancements aimed at enhancing client experiences, promoting financial inclusion, and fortifying online security. Embracing this digital transformation,
Read moreTwitter changes its official handle to @X
Twitter has changed its official handle to @X as part of the ongoing rebranding. As a result, the original @Twitter handle is now inactive, and its bio reads “This account is no longer active. Follow @x for updates.” The social media company’s other official handles have either let go of
Read moreGoogle says 2 billion logged in monthly users are watching YouTube Shorts
Google said today that more than 2 billion logged-in monthly users are watching YouTube Shorts, giving it an edge over competitors like TikTok and Instagram Reels. This number is up from 1.5 billion monthly logged-in users for YouTube Shorts announced last year. During its Q2 2023 results, Google also said
Read moreMEF study finds Canada among lowest markets for user trust
A recent report launched by the Mobile Ecosystem Forum (MEF) at a conference in Toronto revealed the level of trust of Canadian mobile users when it comes to personal data sharing is a full five percentage points below the global average. The release of the Canadian-centric research findings is a
Read moreQT Qonference 2023: Uniting Tech and 2SLGBTQ+ Communities
QueerTech, an organization committed to fostering inclusivity in the tech industry, is gearing up for its annual event, QT Qonference 2023. Scheduled for Nov. 1 and 2, the conference aims to bring together the tech and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. The QT Qonference 2023 promises “a lineup of inspiring keynote speakers, thought-provoking
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