South Africa, like much of the world, has largely moved past dial-up. AOL, which started as American Online and gave the world “You’ve Got Mail” in 1993 – later likely inspiring the 1998 hit movie of the same name – is saying goodbye to dial-up internet in a symbolic move. On its support page, AOL…
Nedbank has acquired Durban-based payments fintech iKhokha for R1.65-billion in an all-cash deal. According to Nedbank, the acquisition marks a “significant milestone” in the bank’s strategy to deepen its support for small and medium-sized enterprises. “The acquisition is a pivotal moment in our strategy to empower the SME market,” said Ciko Thomas, group managing executive…
MTN and SANTACO put pen to paper. MTN Business has announced the appointment of the South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) Gauteng as a reseller, targeting the region’s commuters. The MNO issued a statement that confirmed the agreement, ratified recently at the MTN Innovation Centre and followed by a community activation at the Wanderers Taxi…
South African companies have taken widely divergent approaches to their work-from-home polices as the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns recede into memory. While some have embraced the remote work culture, others have adopted a hybrid approach in an effort to strike a balance between the social benefits of in-person interactions and the freedom of remote contribution….
FNB and Capitec will offer smart IDs through apps. (Image by Nicola Mawson) The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is partnering with banks to enable citizens to apply for smart IDs and passports via banking applications, as part of an effort to address fraud linked to the old green ID books. Capitec and First National…
Tyme Group CEO Coen Jonker TymeBank is engaged in discussions with the department of home affairs and its minister, Leon Schreiber, after the parties’ very public spat over a big hike in the fees to access a critical government database. This comes about six weeks after TymeBank warned it was considering legal action in an…
Apple has announced a new partnership with Samsung to develop “innovative new technology for making chips” at Samsung’s fabrication plant in Austin, Texas. According to The Financial Times, this collaboration is focused on producing advanced image sensors for future iPhones, potentially ending Sony’s long-standing role as the exclusive supplier of these components. Read: Bandwidth Blog…
KnowBe4, the world-renowned cybersecurity platform that comprehensively addresses human risk management (HRM), today unveiled a bold new brand with an innovative new vision for the future of the company. The refreshed identity reflects KnowBe4’s leadership in human risk management, with a reputation for excellence in cybersecurity and groundbreaking AI advancements. Armed with a new company…
Image for illustrative purposes only A breakthrough in quantum technology was achieved in October 2024: the first-ever quantum satellite communication link between China and South Africa. The connection spanned a remarkable 12 900km: the longest intercontinental quantum communication link established to date. The longest before this was 7 600km and within the northern hemisphere only. It was…
Dutch technology investor Prosus gained European Union antitrust approval on Monday, 11 August, for its €4.1bn ($4.76bn) bid for Just Eat Takeaway, after agreeing to sell down its stake in Delivery Hero. File photo: A Just Eat delivery rider cycles through Manchester, Britain, 12 August 2023. Reuters/Phil Noble/File Photo Amsterdam-headquartered Prosus, which is majority owned…
