South Africa stories - Page 3
Integrity360 acquires Grove to expand global cyber security presence
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Integrity360 has acquired South Africa-based cyber security firm Grove Group, boosting its global reach and expanding its service capabilities. Financial terms undisclosed.
Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.
Global survey reveals top sectors for aspiring entrepreneurs
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
A global survey reveals clothing stores, bakeries, software firms, and farms as the top ventures for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting diverse opportunities.
Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.
Xero launches SGD $630,000 fund to support small businesses
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Xero has launched the second Xero Beautiful Business Fund to help small businesses and non-profits with their expansion plans.
Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.
Westcon-Comstor names Callum McGregor as COO & CFO
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Westcon-Comstor promotes Callum McGregor to COO and CFO roles, reflecting a strategic move to drive growth and innovation in IT, supply chain, and ESG globally.
UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally
Fri, 31st May 2024
Surge in global deepfake incidents sees UK among the most-targeted nations as Sumsub reports a 245% annual rise, with elections exacerbating the issue.
Chatbot market set to surge to $4.9 billion by 2033 says FMI
Mon, 22nd Apr 2024
Chatbot market set to surge, projecting USD $4.9 billion growth by 2033, fuelled by customer engagement focus and widespread industrial adoption.
Turbulent waters: The Red Sea Crisis and tech implications
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
The Red Sea crisis' enduring impact on global shipping extends beyond geopolitical tensions, spiralling into shipping delays and rerouting, spiking costs, and disrupting trade routes, with intrusive fallout on tech and worldwide supply chains.
Leroy Merlin & Zitcha venture into South African retail media market
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
Leroy Merlin initiates its digital retail media network across South Africa, led by retail media platform Zitcha. This move signifies Zitcha's first venture in the region.
Deputy & Express Employment partnership systemise shift work
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Deputy and Express Employment Professionals forge a strategic partnership, forecasted to improve work experiences for shift workers worldwide.
Data greatest challenge and opportunity for channel partners - report
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
IT partners consider data a critical factor and challenge in the shift to recurring revenue models, according to a global survey conducted by technology distributor Westcon-Comstor.
EdTech set to transform education across Asia, says UNESCO
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
HP and Cambridge launch fellowship to empower Asian education leaders to strategically utilise EdTech, addressing key educational challenges and improving access, relevance, and quality.
Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Jersey Telecom’s acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.
Augment Technologies unveils AI mining tech in partnership with Hexagon
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Perth-based Augment Technologies and global technology giant Hexagon unveil an innovative partnership, introducing AI technology designed to increase ore recovery by 5%, potentially adding millions of yearly revenue for each mine.
HCLTech bags Top Employer title in 26 countries for 2024
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
Global tech firm HCLTech secures Top Employer status in 26 countries for 2024, lauded for outstanding HR practices.
SourseAI expands global reach with Melon Mobile partnership in Africa
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Australian start-up SourseAI partners with South African telecoms innovator Melon Mobile, expanding its global reach, following recent Series A funding.
NTT DATA named Global Top Employer for 2024
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
Renowned IT provider, NTT DATA, has been recognised as a Global Top Employer for 2024, excelling in talent acquisition, career growth, and diversity across 29 countries.
Glory Global Solutions to acquire cloud-based commerce firm Flooid
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Glory Global Solutions confirms plans to acquire retail software provider Flooid, extending its commerce solutions portfolio.