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SoftTalk’s new privacy feature hides users’ profiles on chats

SoftTalk has enabled users to turn off and on their profiles from the SoftTalk directory if they prefer to remain anonymous in the course of a public search.
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Fighting the scourge of cybercrime

While the solution is built for forensics, it can be utilised to create an operational solution for the client.
3:20

AI’s power in redefining cross-border payments in a connected world

While technologies have long been a part of the evolution of the sector, none have made quite an impact as artificial intelligence (AI) has.
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TikTok removes 1.7 million Nigerians for platform breaches

TikTok says the removed videos violated several regulations, including those governing integrity and authenticity, privacy and security, and safety, among others.
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The rise of Chat Commerce in Africa

Looking ahead, we envision countries like South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Egypt to spearhead chat commerce adoption.
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4 Apr

RCS: The next big messaging channel for business in SA

Apple announced that iPhones will support Google’s Rich Communication Services messaging in 2024.
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SANEF calls out Big Tech inaction over SA election misinformation

The body representing South Africa’s news media has had little response to requests for dialogue with Big Tech or Parliament over safeguards for the upcoming election.
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Mar 19, 2024

TikTok, African Union launch digital safety campaign

TikTok said that it is collaborating with the African Union Commission to launch the Africa-wide #SaferTogether Campaign on digital safety.
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With AI technology tailor-made in Africa, the sky’s the limit

Nick Clegg, Meta global affairs president, writes for ITWeb Africa about the influence of AI in Africa and how it may help the continent's economy.
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Feb 21, 2024

When is sharing oversharing on social media?

The best way to avoid the dangers of this trend is simply not to engage in it, according to Collard.
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Feb 13, 2024

Why more companies should invest in socially responsible hiring

Recruiting individuals with a strong desire to work can lead to higher retention rates, competitive performance and other positive social and financial outcomes.
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Feb 13, 2024

Digital safety: developing healthy digital habits at a young age

Digital is a fundamental part of our everyday lives including the lives of primary school children.