Sophos and Phishield launch joint cybersecurity and insurance initiative in South Africa
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em 22/08/2025
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IT SECURITY
The agreement links Sophos’ managed detection and response service with cyber insurance from Phishield, aiming to strengthen protection and reduce the financial impact of ransomware incidents....
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Creatio and Appyzie join forces to globally accelerate AI-powered automation
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Editorial
em 21/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
New partnership helps organizations streamline CRM and operations with AI-native no-code platform and local delivery expertise...
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Checkers trials smart shopping trolleys in South African stores
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Editorial
em 20/08/2025
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MARKET & INDUSTRY
Checkers, part of the Shoprite Group, has begun testing smart shopping trolleys in select stores. The six-month pilot allows customers to scan, pay, and receive tailored promotions directly on the cart....
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South African University brings AI into cancer care planning
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Editorial
em 20/08/2025
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MARKET & INDUSTRY
The University of the Free State and Universitas Academic Hospital in Bloemfontein are applying artificial intelligence to radiotherapy planning, aiming to expand timely access to treatment for cancer patients....
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AI-powered mental health platform targets vulnerable women across Africa
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Editorial
em 20/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
South African technology company Eden AI introduces BlossomCare, a WhatsApp-based mental health support system for sex workers and pregnant teens. Platform provides 24/7 emotional support in multiple languages with referrals to professional services....
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Microsoft integrates OpenAI's GPT-5 across enterprise and consumer platforms
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Editorial
em 19/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
Technology company rolls out OpenAI's GPT-5 system across Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot, and Azure AI Foundry platforms. Integration provides users with reasoning capabilities and coding improvements through automated model routing system....
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Oracle and Google Cloud partnership expands AI model access through OCI Platform
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Editorial
em 19/08/2025
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NEWS
Customers will have access to highly performant, flexible Gemini multimodal models via OCI Generative AI service...
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Absa amplifies technology investment strategy with major security and AI focus
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Editorial
em 18/08/2025
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IT SECURITY
Leading South African financial services group commits R8.2 billion to digital transformation initiatives during first half of 2025, emphasizing cybersecurity enhancements and artificial intelligence implementation....
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IFS acquires 7bridges
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Editorial
em 18/08/2025
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NEWS
Acquisition expands IFS’s Industrial AI capabilities, unlocking deeper insights and scalable, data-driven logistics solutions...
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TransUnion Africa launches API marketplace to boost SA SMMEs and fintechs
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Editorial
em 15/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
The platform simplifies integration, accelerates decision-making, and supports inclusive, data-driven financial services
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Konica Minolta South Africa names Carmen van Wyk as CFO
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Editorial
em 13/08/2025
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Executive Moves
Konica Minolta South Africa has appointed Carmen van Wyk as its new chief financial officer, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial strategy and operations....
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Liquid activates BIA service for South African firms
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Editorial
em 13/08/2025
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IT SECURITY
Supported by a Service Level Agreement that includes up to 99 percent uptime and round-the-clock technical assistance, BIA aims to minimise downtime and support business continuity....
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Raubex divisions cut ERP implementation from 3 years to 5 months with Acumatica switch
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Editorial
em 11/08/2025
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MARKET & INDUSTRY
After a stalled three-year ERP project, construction materials suppliers Raumix and Tosas transitioned to Acumatica Advanced Construction Edition, gaining faster implementation, integrated operations, and improved access to critical data....
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South African Flood Secures $2.5M for SuperApp Technology
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Editorial
em 06/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
S-AaaS technology enables financial institutions and mobile operators to integrate e-commerce directly into existing apps, reaching millions of users without requiring new downloads in emerging markets...
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New PayoCard enhances mobile payments in South Africa
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Editorial
em 06/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
Building on its strong presence in South Africa, Paymentology’s new plug-and-play solution, PayoCard, enables digital banks and fintechs to launch secure, self-service card experiences faster – supporting underserved customers and expanding ac...
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WeThinkCode_ and South Cape TVET College partner to expand software engineering training
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em 05/08/2025
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TECH NEWS
Partnership brings software engineering education to 30 students in Riversdale, with plans to scale the model across rural South Africa through public-private collaboration...
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HAVAÍC secures $25 million in second close of african innovation fund 3
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Editorial
em 30/07/2025
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TECH NEWS
With backing from Sanlam Multi-Manager, Fireball Capital and the SA SME Fund, the venture capital firm strengthens its commitment to early-stage African tech startups and innovation with global potential....
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Staff happens: How high is the risk of a cyber incident in your organisation?
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Editorial
em 30/07/2025
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IT SECURITY
According to a recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behaviour”, 48% of professionals surveyed in South Africa, whose work requires the use of computers, asses the risk of a cybersecurity inci...
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Prosus extends offer deadline for Just Eat Takeaway
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María Laura Palacios, CEO de G&L Group
em 30/07/2025
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TECH NEWS
Extension aligns with European Commission’s revised timeline for regulatory clearance, with final decision expected by 11 August...
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South African HR tech startup Jem secures Zuko Mdwaba as strategic partner and investor
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Editorial
em 30/07/2025
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Executive Moves
Technology veteran who built Salesforce and Workday's African operations joins the company focused on financial and HR solutions for frontline employees as it targets enterprise market expansion....
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