Author: Brand Spot

The Moov Blockchain Bootcamp is set to be a landmark event, offering a comprehensive educational experience for blockchain enthusiasts and professionals. CoinEx, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, will play a pivotal role in this highly anticipated bootcamp by hosting a dedicated session to showcase the unique features and benefits of their platform. Attendees can look forward to engaging live demonstrations and interactive activations designed to deepen their understanding of CoinEx and its potential to enhance their blockchain journey. This collaboration highlights CoinEx’s commitment to advancing blockchain education and providing valuable insights to the community. A major highlight of the bootcamp will be…

A not-to-be-missed highlight of Datacentrix’s much anticipated Showcase event will be the special Digital Experience Lab, which will draw on elements of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide delegates with an immersive experience, set to engage all senses. Datacentrix Showcase 2024 will take place on Thursday 22 August 2024 at Montecasino in Johannesburg. Says Arno Hanekom, Digital Strategist at Datacentrix: “The Datacentrix Showcase promises to be an excellent source of content, with compelling presentations from industry specialists on relevant use case deployments. However, there’s an Asian proverb that says: ‘Better to see something once, than to hear about…

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become more than a buzzword in today’s digital age, promising to revolutionize various sectors, from healthcare to entertainment. As a leader in technological innovation, Samsung is at the forefront of integrating AI into everyday life, enhancing user experiences, and paving the way for a brighter future. What is Artificial intelligence (AI)? AI is the ability of a digital computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings. AI is the ability of a computer, including mobile phones, to perform functions like human beings or even better. Undoubtedly, as the world increasingly adopts and integrates…

By Wojtek Piorko, managing director for Africa at Vertiv There’s no doubt, across any industry, that Artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it is here to stay. The use cases for AI are virtually limitless, from breakthroughs in medicine and enhanced farming techniques, to high-accuracy fraud prevention and personalised education. It is heartening to see that there is opportunity for great development within Africa. In fact, a paper published in late 2023 by Access Partnership stated that AI is already being used with significant effect in Africa, to help address challenges such as predicting natural disasters, like floods and earthquakes, as well as…

By Bryan Hamman, regional director for Africa at NETSCOUT Just two weeks after a major global IT failure rendered millions of computer systems inaccessible, another ten-hour outage, this time as the result of a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, recently affected users of the same global organisation across multiple regions. Once again, this incident impacted businesses within many sectors, including retail, financial services and utilities, amongst others. Earlier in July, Africa felt the repercussions of the initial outage, albeit to a lesser degree than in the UK, Europe and the USA. Air travel was disrupted with the cancellation and…

Sophos has released a new dark web report, “Turning the Screws: The Pressure Tactics of Ransomware Gangs,” which details how cybercriminals are weaponizing stolen data to increase pressure on targets who refuse to pay. This includes sharing the contact details or doxing the family members of targeted CEOs and business owners, as well as threatening to report any information about illegal business activities uncovered in stolen data to the authorities.  In the report, Sophos X-Ops shares posts found on the dark web that show how ransomware gangs refer to their targets as “irresponsible and negligent,” and in some cases, encourage…

Anthony Hutia, Head of Mobile Experience, Samsung Electronics East Africa Cybersecurity is a significant and growing threat in today’s digital world. According to a report by Cybersecurity Ventures, global cybercrime costs are expected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, up from $3 trillion in 2015. This alarming growth highlights the increasing sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks. These statistics underscore the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data and maintain trust in digital systems. Cyber security threats come in multiple forms such as malware or phishing attacks, but they are often invisible to the victim until it’s…

Epson has announced that it has achieved a major sustainability milestone by switching to 100% renewable electricity for all its 14 owned sites in Japan in 2021. This accomplishment marks a significant step in Epson’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and sets a benchmark for the manufacturing sector worldwide. The manufacturing sector, accounts for around a third of the world’s energy consumption and should play a crucial role in global efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Epson has demonstrated that it is possible to transition to 100% renewable electricity, even in energy-intensive industries. By leveraging local renewable resources and innovative strategies,…

Today, iSchoolAfrica commemorates 15 years of driving educational change across South Africa. Since its inception, iSchoolAfrica has leveraged the world’s best technology and educational practices to reduce inequalities, enhance opportunities for exceptional employment, and stimulate economic growth.  iSchoolAfrica’s 15 years of success and sustainability stem from an unwavering commitment to making quality technology affordable and accessible. A key element of the programme is the rotation of mobile iPad labs from classroom to classroom – ensuring accessibility, security, longevity, usability, and durability. The technology solution has a remarkable 5% failure rate, which demonstrates the reliability and durability of their technology. With…

Mansa has announced the launch of its first pool on Base. This marks a significant milestone in Mansa’s mission to democratise access to financing for businesses in Africa. Base is a secure, low-cost Ethereum-equivalent L2 blockchain built on the OP Stack by Coinbase, enabling Mansa to offer more efficient and accessible financial services to its clients. Mansa is currently live with two innovative pools centred around remittance and stablecoin liquidity provision, helping African businesses access cheaper capital. Mansa’s groundbreaking approach allows venture-backed businesses to use a wide range of assets as collateral, significantly expanding the pool of potential borrowers. As institutional…