The continent needs wireless broadband because the Internet is becoming more complex, says Winston Smith, MD of Alvarion SA.
Growing demand for ubiquitous access is shaping a new user-centric computing paradigm, says VMware.
Microsoft unveils its newest mobile operating system today, in New York, with the South African launch on this year's calendar.
SA's M-Pesa heads to the 10 000-subscriber milestone, but the growth is too slow if Vodacom hopes to reach 10 million in three years.
The 4G standard is evolving slowly but will play a key role in expanding the impact of IT in the physical world, says Gartner.
The bank hopes its virtual currency clearing platform will become an ubiquitous standard.
In today's technology roundup: Google tests intelligent cars, iPhone 4 troubles continue, UAE scraps BlackBerry ban, and Virgin Galactic completes first flight.
In this World Wide Wrap: Westpac focuses on customer tech, ClairMail raises $13.8m for mobile banking, and new card features rewards button.
In this World Wide Wrap: Mobile skills key to future jobs, SAP and Sybase in mobile apps drive, and Rackspace creates business apps engine.
Nokia will plant trees for gadgets collected at the Rocking the Daisies and Gardens festivals.
Cellphone-based offerings can bridge the gap in the developing world where many lack access to formal services.
Getting elected to the International Telecommunications Union council will bring SA closer to the global regulatory framework.