Articles about emerging technology

SA’s AI usage goes from experimentation to deployment

South Africa is increasingly embracing artificial intelligence, as the adoption rate and enthusiasm outweigh concerns, according to an Ipsos study.

AI, sustainability to shape data centre trends in 2024

Vertiv forecasts a strong focus on AI-enablement and energy management in the global data centre industry, heading into 2024.

Mitigating the risks of massive IOT

Described as a global phenomenon, the arrival of massive IOT is said to mark a turning point in the development of IOT technology.

Energy hurdle won't stop SA data centre growth

Load-shedding is the single biggest challenge for data centres in SA, given how power-hungry they are, but demand has not slowed.

Will ChatGPT transform insurance?

With AI, there is the opportunity to get the same level of expertise across the entire insurance industry, from a single place.

Emerging tech pays off in MultiChoice’s CX journey

The pay-TV firm is now fully focused on the customer, as it has transitioned away from a product-led business.

Creativity in the 4IR – how is technology impacting creativity?

In a contemporary society, designers must embrace all that technology has to offer and become more strategic in developing their solutions.

IOT industry outlines master plan to resolve power crisis

The IOT Industry Council is in discussion with government on using smart tech to help beat SA’s energy crisis.

Rand Water pins hopes on emerging tech to be more sustainable

The water utility prioritises the use of the internet of things, as it looks to deliver value and sustained competitive advantage, says innovation lead Mogan Padayachee.

Are the luddites back? Both humans and tech will prevail

We won’t be able to stop advanced technologies being pervasive and automating jobs, so workers must remain ahead of the workplace game so that machines do not lead them.

Emerging technology can solve SA’s employment crisis

In a digital world where the workplace is no longer defined by geographical borders, emerging tech can save companies, increase GDP and reduce the unemployment crisis.

SA Singularity Summit kicks off

The first Singularity University Summit in the African region is taking place in Johannesburg.