ITWeb TV: R530k up for grabs to solve SARB’s G20 Techsprint hackathon | Episode #102
In this episode of ITWeb TV, news editor Admire Moyo speaks to Lyle Horsley, head of fintech at the South African Reserve Bank, about the upcoming G20 Techsprint hackathon. She also discusses some of the biggest fintech trends the central bank is observing in South Africa. #SARB #Fintech #Cryptocurrency #Payments #Hackathon
Although 2017 presents better opportunities, the industry is worried about currency fluctuations and political instability.
The cheaper rand makes SA a more cost-competitive destination for business process outsourcing, says BPeSA.
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The strong currency allows for the establishment of a private equity fund that focuses on turnaround situations, says Kobus Gertenbach, ??? at Bravura.
An increase in PC sales has boosted Mustek`s figures for the six months to December.
Productivity growth will be important if the local economy is to grow, says David Butler, chairman of Global Trader.
Recent rand strength has taken its toll on Datacentrix, which has warned that its next set of figures will not be as good as previous financial results.
Dave Butler, chairman of Global Trader 247, discusses what the weak dollar means for global markets and for SA.