Author: Akin Naphtal

Payment24, a leading payment and loyalty solutions provider in South Africa, has announced its expansion into North America and Europe, along with ongoing product innovation. The company has launched Cloud Switch, expanded its loyalty platform, incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) into its products and ventured into the electric vehicles (EV) space. This expansion marks Payment24’s presence in five continents and nearly 17 countries, building on its success in Africa and Latin America. Payment24 has targeted Europe and North America for its expansion, opening an office in Boston in 2022. In response to the growing interest and demand for its solutions, the…

In a significant achievement for UK digital infrastructure, BT Group has announced the successful completion of a live field trial where a 4G LTE cell site was backhauled over OneWeb’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network for the first time. This groundbreaking trial showcased excellent results and demonstrated the potential of the network to enhance high-speed connectivity across the country. READ ALSO:Elon Musk Resigns as Twitter CEO and Appoints New Chief Executive E& and Vodafone Group Forge Closer Strategic Relationship Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa The partnership between BT and OneWeb continues to strengthen as…

Elon Musk has made a surprising announcement via a tweet, revealing that he is stepping down as the CEO of Twitter. Musk stated that he has selected a new chief executive, though he did not disclose her identity. The new CEO is expected to assume her position in around six weeks. READ ALSO:E& and Vodafone Group Forge Closer Strategic Relationship Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa Cloudflare and Kyndryl Collaborate to Modernize Corporate Networks In his tweet, Musk mentioned that he will be transitioning to the role of executive chair and chief technology officer at…

E& and Vodafone Group have announced a strategic relationship aimed at strengthening their collaboration in various aspects of their businesses. This relationship will involve e& becoming a cornerstone shareholder of Vodafone, building upon their initial investment in May 2022. READ ALSO:Guidepost Launches AI-Powered Chatbot to Support Diabetes Management in South Africa Cloudflare and Kyndryl Collaborate to Modernize Corporate Networks Federal Bank Partners with NeSL to Digitize Bank Guarantee Facility The strategic relationship will enable collaboration between the two companies in areas such as enterprise services, procurement, carrier and wholesale operations and technology development. In the enterprise sector, e& and Vodafone…

Guidepost, a healthtech startup based in South Africa, has introduced an AI-powered chatbot to assist individuals living with diabetes in effectively managing their condition. Diabetes affects approximately one in nine South Africans and is the leading cause of death among women while ranking as the second leading cause of death in the country overall. Given the importance of daily self-management in controlling diabetes and preventing severe complications, many individuals struggle to cope. To address this challenge, Guidepost has developed a chatbot that utilizes artificial intelligence to offer personalized information and support tailored to the unique needs of each patient. The…

Cloudflare, a leading internet security company, has announced a strategic partnership with Kyndryl to assist enterprises in modernizing and scaling their corporate networks. This collaboration combines Kyndryl’s managed end-to-end networking services with Cloudflare’s advanced technology platform, enabling seamless connectivity to multiple clouds on a larger scale. Enterprises often face challenges with outdated hardware and the integration of cloud-based applications. These obstacles hinder business growth, limit innovation potential and increase network security risks. Recognizing these issues, Cloudflare and Kyndryl aim to simplify the transition of corporate networks to the cloud for enterprises. READ ALSO:Federal Bank Partners with NeSL to Digitize Bank…

Federal Bank, an Indian private sector bank, has entered into a partnership with National e-Governance Services Limited (NeSL) to digitize its bank guarantee facility. The aim of this collaboration is to eventually replace the traditional paper-based process with a fully digital system. Currently, the electronic bank guarantee facility is available in states where e-stamping is implemented. A bank guarantee serves as a financial assurance provided by a bank to an external party in the event that a borrower fails to repay a debt. Through the electronic bank guarantee facility, all processes including issuance, invocation, amendment and cancellation are conducted in…

IBM has announced the launch of its latest artificial intelligence and data platform, IBM Watsonx, during the annual Think 2023 event. Watsonx is designed to provide customers with access to various tools, infrastructure and resources for developing their own AI models or refining existing models using their own data. READ ALSO:IBM Unveils Quantum Safe Technology and Roadmap at Think 2023 Conference Web Werks and Iron Mountain Joint Venture Launches HYD-1 Data Center in Hyderabad Zindi’s Data Science Platform Reaches 60,000 Users, Pioneering Talent Pipeline for AI Solutions The platform aims to enable users to automate business workflows, internal processes and…

IBM has announced a comprehensive solution called Quantum Safe technology during its ongoing Think 2023 conference. This end-to-end solution aims to prepare organizations for the adoption of quantum-safe cryptography. Quantum-safe cryptography involves using algorithms that are resistant to attacks from both classical and quantum computers. Under the Quantum Safe technology umbrella, IBM offers three key capabilities. The first is the Quantum Safe Explorer, which helps organizations identify cryptographic assets, dependencies and vulnerabilities. It aggregates all potential risks into a centralized location for easier management. The second capability is the Quantum Safe Advisor, which enables the creation of a cryptographic inventory…

Web Werks, an Indian data center provider, has announced the launch of its first data center, HYD-1, in Hyderabad. This facility, situated in the Kondapur region, is a Tier III-designed data center spanning 120,000 square feet and capable of supporting up to 5.5MW of IT load. The launch comes as part of a joint venture between Web Werks and American IT services provider Iron Mountain, formed in 2021. The joint venture plans to invest approximately Rs 7,500 crore to establish data centers in major Indian cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Noida by 2026. The goal is to increase…