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By Sam Marland, Manager, FSI Solution Architect Team, Red Hat UK The financial services industry (FSI) has been shifting towards a decentralised technology operating model. This is driven by a pressing need to deliver robust platforms that address ever-evolving stakeholder requirements and has been further accelerated by the advent of public cloud technologies. The rapid digitalisation of financial services means having access to public clouds’ benefits, including scalability, cost efficiency, and faster time to market, has been increasingly valuable to firms. The desired outcome for organisations is that teams are empowered to independently build, manage, and support their applications’ complete…

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month – a time dedicated to promoting awareness about the importance of cyber security. In an era where our lives are increasingly intertwined with the digital world, the significance of cyber security cannot be overstated. The evolving nature of threats in today’s digital landscape makes them all the more impactful and challenging for organizations to combat. From data breaches to reputational damage, organizations can suffer severe consequences from such threats. That’s why this month, we’re highlighting five urgent cyber trends and ways to mitigate them. Trend 1: 90% of phishing websites are live for just one day…

IFC has announced an investment in Equator Africa Fund I, marking its first-ever investment in a venture capital fund entirely focused on supporting businesses and innovation in the climate sector. Equator Africa is backing early-stage, tech-enabled companies in sub-Saharan Africa, including those working on green solutions in the energy, agriculture, and mobility sectors. The fund, which achieved a first close of $40 million in April 2023, is helping bridge the persistent financing gaps that exist in Africa for climate tech innovation. IFC’s investment of $5 million comes as part of the fund’s final close, taking its size to $54 million.…

Sophos has today introduced nine new XGS Series desktop firewall appliances for midmarket and smaller-sized businesses, as well as branch offices of larger organizations. The new XGS appliances feature a streamlined architecture to deliver double the performance of previous models, but with 50% lower energy consumption. All of the new Sophos XGS appliances are available with multiple high-speed connectivity options, and four models are fanless, making them ideal for noise-sensitive environments. Sophos has also announced updated Sophos Firewall software that provides enhanced protection against cyberattacks, including the ability to integrate third-party threat intelligence feeds. This allows organizations with specific regional or vertical market requirements to customize and apply additional information…

inDrive has taken a central role in shaping discussions at this year’s highly anticipated Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2024. The summit, which began on October 2nd and runs until October 4th, focuses on transparency, leadership, and innovation in African transport systems. Under the theme “Embracing the New Urban Era,” the event brings together thought leaders from across the mobility sector. Representing inDrive in this critical discussion was Mary-Anne Momoh-Ige, Government Relations Specialist for inDrive Africa. She shared insights on how the integration of ride-hailing with traditional public transport could enhance accessibility, sustainability, and efficiency for urban commuters. “At inDrive, we…

In a world where environmental concerns are becoming increasingly urgent, manufacturers are finding that adopting renewable energy can be a game-changer. Global Technology companies like Epson, which have embraced renewable electricity early, are setting themselves apart in a crowded marketplace. As consumers and investors alike shift their focus toward sustainability, manufacturers with strong green credentials have a unique opportunity to differentiate themselves, while also gaining resilience against fluctuating energy prices. Today’s consumers are more environmentally conscious than ever before. They no longer view a company’s environmental impact as a secondary consideration but as a key factor in their purchasing decisions.…

By Mukesh Bector As the world faces the mounting impacts of climate change, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. Governments, corporations, and societies are racing to reduce their carbon footprints, improve energy security, and foster economic resilience through renewable energy. The global transition to renewable energy is essential to combat climate change and reduce carbon emissions. However, this transition faces significant challenges, particularly in regions with limited renewable energy infrastructure and difficult geographic conditions. Manufacturers, who are often large energy consumers, bear the brunt of this challenge. They not only face the pressure to meet sustainability…

HFM is an internationally renowned online Forex and CFD broker that meets the needs of both beginner and seasoned traders with its extensive suite of trading products. As a prominent player in the financial markets, HFM offers a solid platform for trading backed by first-rate tools that improve the trading process. The main advantages and characteristics of trading with HFM are listed below. 1. Diverse Range of Trading Instruments HFM offers access to a wide variety of financial instruments across several markets, including Forex, commodities, indices, shares, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. This diversity allows traders to build a balanced and diversified…

Kazang has launched its Kazang Pay card acceptance solution for merchants in Zambia. Kazang Pay makes it affordable for merchants to accept card payments on the same Kazang terminal they use to sell prepaid products and services. The Kazang Pay enabled terminal in Zambia accepts VISA debit and credit cards as well as mobile wallet payments. Payments are settled to the merchant’s Kazang wallet on the same day. It’s as easy as letting the customer tap or insert their bank card and enter their PIN on the secure scramble PIN pad. Kazang operates around 12,000 VAS terminals in Zambia. The…

By Yande Nomvete, Operations Manager for Binance In recent months, Ghana has been on a gradual, but steady, path to economic recovery. It’s a positive trend that has citizens looking forward to a more stable and prosperous future. After years of economic turmoil that culminated in inflation levels of over 50% in 2022, the government secured a US$3 billion investment from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilise the country’s finances​. Less than two years later, the outlook for the country is much more optimistic, with the IMF having revised Ghana’s 2024 growth forecast upward from 2.8% to 3.1%. Increases in foreign…