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Examining Bitcoin's ups and downs

In its brief history, the cryptocurrency has had mixed fortunes against major currencies.

Aspect Software becomes a member of the GSMA

The company has strengthened its commitment to its work in banking fraud prevention and mobile banking, by becoming a service provider member of the GSMA.

Aspect Software

Sahara Computers

Court dismisses Sahara Computers' filing against Gordhan

The Gupta-owned company argued the finance minister should not be represented by the state attorney in the case with big banks.

Shot in the arm for Finfind

The online platform that brings together providers and seekers of small business finance secures investment from Kingson Capital.

Wealth Migrate creates SA property platform

The global online real estate investment marketplace extends its footprint to include South Africa.

NSFAS fintech partners to challenge contract cancellations

In this week's tech news roundup, Fintech partners contracted to disburse monthly allowances to NSFAS-funded tertiary students have challenged the allegations levelled against them, saying they are considering legal action. eZaga and Tenet Technology have denied the allegations made against them and claim to not have received the full report in which these were made Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #sita #nsfas https://www.itweb.co.za/content/DZQ58MV8yPAvzXy2 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/rxP3jqBEax8MA2ye https://www.itweb.co.za/content/xnklOvz1dnYq4Ymz https://www.itweb.co.za/content/dgp45vaBPVJ7X9l8 https://www.itweb.co.za/content/P3gQ2qGAPrg7nRD1

Safaricom split rumours hurt business, fuel investor fear

The telco says its share value dropped by R20?billion since news broke of a proposed split of M-Pesa from the group.

Capitec invests in international online lender

The SA bank acquires a 40% stake in international online lending group, Cream Finance, for R282 million.

The blockchain opportunity

The blockchain opportunity

Often referred to as the new Internet by enthusiasts, this technology may cause massive disruption in sectors like finance, says Yogesh Singh, Head, Fintech and Managed Services, Nihilent.

Nihilent Technologies

Huawei Cloud drives African FinTech innovation

Mark Wang, Solution Architect at Huawei Cloud Southern Africa, spoke to ITWeb about Huawei being a strategic partner in the banking sector. He also addressed challenges for banks in SA and potential growth in the payment ecosystem for customers. #huaweicloud #fintech #digitalbanking

Blockchain and the future of finance

Could the banking sector now be ripe for disruption by smart contracts and digital currencies using a technology called blockchain?

BitCoin: prettier in shiny regulated wrapper?

BitCoin has been plagued by a volatile market value, reports of hacking, and its utilisation in the notorious "dark Web", says Webber Wentzel.

First National Bank

FNB sees growth in contactless payments

The bank records a sharp increase of 270% over the last six months in tap transactions.

Khonology, White Label Crowdfunding join forces

The companies have partnered to fast-track crowdfunding in Africa.

Kgaogelo Letsebe

Standard Bank establishes data science graduate course

The bank partners with Tech Mahindra to fast-track data science and analytics graduates from six African countries.

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