Category: Innovation
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Africa Startups Festival 2024
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“Africa Start Festival 2024: The perfect platform for startups to connect and grow.” Africa Startup Festival Sets the Stage for a Tech-Driven 2025 16th November, 2024, Balmoral Convention Center, Federal Palace, V.I, Lagos, Nigeria.– The continent’s leading deal-making and networking event, the Africa Startup Festival, is poised to redefine the…
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“Android vs iPhone: A Comparative Analysis of Sales”
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Global Smartphone Market Poised for Growth in 2024: Android Leads the Way According to IDC, the global smartphone market is set to grow by 5.8% in 2024, with total shipments expected to reach 1.23 billion units. However, what’s most notable is the stark difference in growth between Android and iPhone…
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12 Things Everyone Should Understand About Tech
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Tech is more important than ever, deeply affecting culture, politics and society. Given all the time we spend with our gadgets and apps, it’s essential to understand the principles that determine how tech affects our lives. Recognizing modern technologyTechnology is a means of changing the economics and culture of established…
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Contracting in the Construction Industry: Trends and Best Practices
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Contracting is a vital component of the construction industry. It determines how projects are executed, risks are managed, and finances are handled. As the industry evolves, so do the practices around contracting. This evolution is driven by technological advancements, changes in regulations, and shifting market demands. Here, we explore the…
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Is China the Most Influential Technology Sector in the World?
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By Samkele Mchunu China is often viewed as a major powerhouse in the global technology sector, but is it the most influential? To answer this question, we need to look at the various aspects of technological influence and compare China with other leading countries. China’s Technological Growth and Influence China…
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The Vision and Impact of the Old Mutual Tech Hub in Durban | with Kershnee ballack
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Transforming Tech Innovation in Africa: A Visionary’s Tale The inspiration behind founding the Tech Hub in Durban stemmed from a fervent desire to cultivate enduring engineering capability and foster local talent growth within Old Mutual. Recognizing Durban’s untapped potential and the paradigm shift towards remote work post-Covid-19, the Tech Hub…
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The programming skills South Africa needs right now
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South Africa Pioneers Digital Nomad Visas Amidst Calls to Address Digital Skills Gap How is South Africa placed in terms of digital skills, and which programmers are most in demand in 2024? Experts weigh in In a bid to attract highly skilled individuals and bolster its digital workforce, South Africa…
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Retail Sector Adapts to Shifts in Consumer Behavior Post-Pandemic
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The retail sector is adapting to shifting consumer behavior and evolving market dynamics in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Retailers are navigating changes in shopping preferences, with a growing emphasis on e-commerce, omni-channel strategies, and personalized shopping experiences. Brick-and-mortar retailers are reimagining store formats and enhancing digital capabilities to…
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Climate Finance Initiatives Gain Momentum Ahead of COP27
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Global efforts to mobilize climate finance are gaining momentum ahead of the 27th Conference of the Parties (COP27) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Governments, financial institutions, and multilateral organizations are ramping up commitments to fund climate-resilient projects and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Initiatives…
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Tech Giants Face Heightened Regulatory Scrutiny Over Market Dominance
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Leading technology companies are under increased regulatory scrutiny globally, as governments and competition authorities scrutinize their market dominance and business practices. The European Union, United States, and other jurisdictions are exploring regulatory reforms to address concerns over antitrust violations and unfair competitive practices. The focus on tech giants’ control over…