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Xiaomi, the renowned Chinese smartphone company, has unveiled its inaugural electric vehicle, a sleek sedan named the SU7, poised to rival automotive titans such as Tesla and Porsche. Positioned as a “full-size high-performance eco-technology sedan,” Xiaomi SU7 aims to push the limits of performance, ecosystem, and mobile smart space. Quoting a sentence of Chinese poetry, “with firm strides we are crossing its summit.” Lei Jun, founder, chairman, and CEO of Xiaomi Group, stated that Xiaomi’s entry into the automotive industry marks a significant leap from the smartphone industry and a crucial step toward closing the loop of the Human x…
The Financial Intelligence Unit, an Indian government agency responsible for examining financial transactions, announced on Thursday that nine global cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, Bitstamp, Kraken, Kucoin, Gate.io and Mexc, are operating “illegally” in the country. These exchanges are reported to be in violation of the local anti-money laundering act. In response to this, the Financial Intelligence Unit has requested the Ministry of Information Technology to take action by blocking the websites of these exchanges. As part of compliance action against the offshore entities, Financial Intelligence Unit India (FIU IND) has issued compliance Show Cause Notices to following nine offshore Virtual…
On Saturday, 30 December 2023, Koeberg Nuclear Power Station will be performing a full load rejection test on Unit 1. This is the final test that needs to be performed following the installation of the new steam generators. “The purpose of the full load rejection test is to verify and demonstrate the ability of the unit to supply its auxiliary load and return to steady state conditions following a sudden disconnection from the national grid,” said Eskom. “The South African Grid Code (SAGC) requires that units be tested if modifications are made that could impact their capability to meet the…
As the holiday season draws near, it’s time to hit the stores and surprise your loved ones. Whether it’s the gift of love and appreciation during Christmas, or a good luck present to help someone special start a brand New Year, we all want to present a gift that’s practical in function yet also trendy in design. Oftentimes, it’s a struggle to find a gift that ticks both boxes, which is why we’ve put together a gift guide for those shoppers who need a little inspiration, starting with the latest trends in Lifestyle Tech. Accessorising with Tech: Fashionable Tech WearablesAs…
In recent years, South Africa has witnessed a concerning rise in cybercrime. The figures are alarming: according to Sophos’ The State of Ransomware in South Africa 2023 report, 78% of South African organisations fell victim to a ransomware attack last year. Ransomware isn’t a passing cybersecurity threat. Instead, it’s currently the biggest danger to organisational data and operations. These malicious attacks are evolving, becoming more evasive and dangerous. But there is a way to regain control. By leveraging NAKIVO’s ability to protect and restore data, businesses have not only slashed recovery costs by half but also ensured minimal recovery time and business…
More than 42 excellent students and lecturers affiliated with the Huawei ICT Academy programme in South Africa were honoured for their outstanding achievements in 2023 at the annual Huawei ICT Academy Awards Ceremony, held in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. The top performing academies for 2023 were from; Majuba TVET College (Kwa Zulu-Natal), Cape Peninsula University of Technology, University of Venda, Walter Sisulu University and Durban University of Technology. Winning students and lecturers walked away with incentive prizes and certificates to mark their accomplishments in an event which highlighted the transformative power of ICT education in bridging the digital divide. Kian Chen,…
Picture this: you’ve meticulously planned your dream holiday – visas, flights, hotels, all set. Your heart races with excitement, but in the midst of it all, you’ve missed a vital detail: how are you going to stay connected on your epic global adventure? If you’re thinking of figuring it out when you land, brace yourself for a nightmare. You’ll either queue for ages to buy an overpriced local tourist SIM or be slapped with astronomical roaming charges from your current network operator. But what if we told you there’s a smarter and simpler way? Next Travel Connect is here to rewrite…
MTN South Africa today announced price increases for postpaid contracts that will take effect from 1 February 2024. The price increases come at a time when the company continues to invest in network resilience to ensure that customers enjoy a high-quality network experience, despite continued national power cuts, ongoing crime at sites and a weaker rand against the dollar. The adjustment encompasses an average increase of 4.3% on customers’ total monthly bills (which include all elements such as insurance, device fees, out-of-bundle spend, itemised billing etc). According to Monetary Policy Committee statement of November 2023, the South African Reserve Bank…
Sanlam, the largest non-banking financial services group in Africa, has recently launched its cutting-edge fintech business cluster. Led by a globally competitive exco team, Sanlam Fintech represents a strategic move within the Sanlam Group to expand its existing fintech offerings and ensure that all aspects of the $8-billion (R143-billion) listed corporation’s services are digitally-driven. The overarching goal is to use tech to accelerate access to financial services for all Africans, delivering on the group’s purpose: to help Africans live with financial confidence. The cluster will be led by a powerful group of heavy hitters, headed up by Riaan van Dyk as…
A new year is upon us! It’s a time for relaxation, reflection, and making plans for the next twelve months. We might do some cleaning, clearing out the previous year’s clutter, and get our thoughts in order for when we return to our offices, dorms, and classrooms. Take some of that time to attend to your computer. Laptops and PCs become slower as they accumulate clutter, such as files and browser tabs. Your workflow might also struggle with disorganised files, emails, and bookmarks. A little housekeeping can do wonders for your and your computer’s performance. “Excessive digital clutter can hinder…