The financial technology (FinTech) sector is experiencing a seismic shift, thanks to a wave of innovative payment technologies that are redefining the essence of transactions. These advancements are not just revolutionizing how we think about money but also facilitating a more inclusive and efficient global financial system. Here’s an in-depth look at the types of new payment technologies that are at the forefront of this revolution. 1. Contactless payments have become the epitome of convenience in our fast-paced world. Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, which enables transactions with ..read more

Amazon Web Services- AWS is delighted to announce the winners of its 2024 Equity Equivalent Investment Program- EEIP Partner Awards, held on May 2nd at the Indaba Hotel and Conference Centre in Johannesburg. According to Country Manager for AWS, Chris Erasmus “The awards were a significant occasion for us to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate our outstanding partners who are part of the global community of 130 thousand AWS Partner Network – APN partners. These partners have grown from strength to strength, increasing their revenues at an average rate of 126%, while also creating ..read more

HUAWEI smartphones have established a distinct reputation by steadfastly innovating in mobile photography, with its P Series smartphones setting the standard for relentless innovation Huawei Pura Series Now, after over a decade, this iconic camera-centric smartphone series has transformed, reborn as the ‘Pura Series’. This name change signifies evolution, with “Pura,” meaning “Purity,” setting a new tone: a bold fusion of fashion and technology, refined design, and an audacious vision for the future of mobile photography. Bold Imaginations The Pura Series focuses on aesthetic design, ambitious ..read more

Comments flood various social media platforms regarding the ANC‘s long-awaited decision to summon its former President, Jacob Zuma, to appear before its National Disciplinary Committee. Jacob Zuma Zuma, now a member and leader of the ANC’s opposition party, Umkhonto weSizwe, will learn of his fate with the ANC next Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Luthuli House, the African National Congress Headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa. Zuma and a massive gathering of MKs supporters are expected to inundate Sauer Street next Tuesday.   Some social media comments @bngmnh3583 “…the truth, Anc is l ..read more

Amidst rapid technological advancements shaping the financial landscape, Africa finds itself on the brink of a major transformation. Positioned at the forefront of this shift is the Digital Finance Africa 2024 conference, hosted by IT News Africa. Scheduled for July 4, 2024, at the esteemed Maslow Sandton, this conference is poised to play a pivotal role in guiding this transformative journey. It is anticipated to serve as a vital gathering for leaders and innovators within the African financial sector. Key Topics of Discussion The event will cover a range of critical topics that are at the f ..read more

  Internet of Things CENSIS, Scotland’s innovation center for sensing, imaging, and IoT technologies, has collaborated with Aqsen Innovations to create an affordable IoT sensor system. This system aims to assist communities in developing countries combat the impacts of climate change by allowing them to detect, monitor, and manage water quality in real-time. Aqsen Innovations has teamed up with CENSIS – Scotland’s innovation center for sensing, imaging, and IoT technologies – to enhance the development of its sensor system, Aquasense. This system can be customized to measure various water ..read more

Infobip and Nokia have announced a partnering agreement aimed at empowering the global developer community. This collaboration will enable developers to utilize both companies’ Application Programmable Interface (API) platforms, facilitating the development of a broader range of telco network-powered applications for consumer, enterprise, and industrial customers at a faster pace. Infobip’s leading cloud Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) equips developers with APIs for seamlessly integrating real-time omnichannel communications features such as SMS, voice, video, chat apps, and ..read more

Google is committed to upholding election integrity in South Africa. Fair and transparent elections play a critical role in democracy. This year- 2024, South Africa celebrates 30 years since the dawn of its democracy, alongside its 7th election. South Africa will hold its democratic elections on the 29th of May.  Aligned with their commitment to organizing the world’s information for universal access and utility, Google has taken several measures to bolster election integrity in South Africa. These efforts include providing voters with high-quality information, safeguarding their platform ..read more

  Kamogelo Molefe Kamogelo Molefe 25, well known as Nathan Molefe on social media has finally hit the 3 million followers mark on TikTok. This young Sowetan has always enjoyed seeing others happy as he grew up. In order to make sure that this happiness was sustained, and the smiles never went away, he cracked jokes. Kamogelo Molefe, also known as Nathan Molefe, has South Africans and fellow Africans in stitches with his uproarious TikTok skits. The Bachelor of Arts graduate in Human Resource Management from Diepkloof, Soweto, has never acted before, yet his current endeavors tell a differ ..read more

Generative AI- GenAI and AI are expected to profoundly transform industries in the future, according to 91% of South African respondents (global: 81%) to the Dell Technologies Innovation Catalyst Research. This figure drops to 89% (global: 91%) for organizations reporting high (15%-25%) revenue growth in 2023. Based on responses from 6,600 IT and business decision-makers across 40 countries, the research suggests that while there is broad optimism for AI and GenAI, the extent to which organizations are prepared for the rapid pace of change varies greatly. Locally, 92% (global: 82%) state the ..read more