This was a key finding of the Cloud Africa 2018 report, which World Wide Worx conducted on behalf of F5 Networks.

Around 44.3% of South African consumersplan to buy an AI device, such as smartphone or connected home device, according to a PwC study.

There's a rapidly growing readiness to adopt technologies like robotics, IOT and machine learning, says a joint study.

The significant rise in availability of fibre has seen adoption increase to 23%, as more local SMEs migrate from ADSL to fibre Internet connectivity.

New research turns the tables on traditional social media influencer theory, showing smaller, concentrated audiences could be more useful for brands.

A large portion of local businesses are still using old technologies, and show a lack of awareness over the benefits of newer ones, says Xero.

Stolen personal information can be used to steal bank accounts, and opens up an opportunity for identity theft, warns CM.

Virtual reality technology will be an essential component of TV in the future, says Ericsson.

The latest SA Social Media Landscape study shows use of the world's largest social network has grown by 14% in SA since 2016.

Affordability remains one of the primary barriers to Internet access and optimal Internet usage in SA, Rwanda, Kenya and Nigeria.

A new World Wide Worx study reveals the single most common use of the Internet among South Africans.

Study expects 22.5 million South Africans to come online in 2017 to reach the 40% penetration mark.