Tag Archives: Innovation

Will AI solve the world’s inequality problem – or make it worse? (Forbes)

We are standing on the cusp of a new technological revolution. AI is increasingly permeating every aspect of our lives, with intelligent machines transforming the way we live and work. The potential ramifications are huge – will it lead to widespread human redundancy and a dystopian future as people’s jobs are taken over by AI […]
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Authentic Leadership Is Hard: How To Meet The Challenge (Forbes)

The advice to “be yourself” is often touted as a key to personal and professional satisfaction. However, this seemingly simple guidance can appear complex and fraught with contradictions in the workplace. How does one balance personal authenticity with workplace expectations and the pursuit of professional growth?Click here to read the full article

14 Ways AI Can Help Business And Industry Boost Sustainability (Moneyweb)

These days, businesses and industries are using artificial intelligence to improve operations across a broad spectrum, from marketing and content generation to talent recruitment and human resources. Unsurprisingly, business leaders are starting to think about ways AI can help them with what is increasingly becoming a critical consideration for organizations of all stripes: reducing their […]
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NASA awards $50 Million in funding to small businesses (SBT)

The awards are being managed by NASA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program. The program provides early-stage funding to start-ups, as well as access to a network of diverse entrepreneurs and innovators. It also gives small businesses the chance to work with NASA programs and other government agencies. The scheme […]
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Vodacom entrusted by government to continue driving digital transformation in education( M&G)

How Vodacom is digitising education in SA In 2014, Vodacom launched an e-learning platform in partnership with the Department of Education to create a free digital-education portal that provides CAPS-aligned educational content for learners in grades R to 12. With many children unable to attend school in person at the peak of the pandemic, registrations […]
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Pick n Pay and other stores are now replacing bank branches in South Africa (BT)

Genesis Analytics noted that retail stores have become increasingly popular as a distribution channel for banks. This is because they  typically have a wider footprint than banks’, allowing banks to reach communities where it may not be viable to operate a full branch. Partnerships between banks and retailers such as Tyme Bank and Pick ‘n […]
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This investor wants to invest R290m into 20 SA businesses. But they must be ‘revolutionary’(BI)

SA does not take startups seriously Though Akindele wants to do deals across the globe – as long as they benefit Africa – he is keen to invest in South African ventures. Platform Capital set up offices in Johannesburg nine months ago and aims to invest $20m in 20 South African businesses a year. The […]
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There is nothing small about the impact small businesses have on our economy.(bizcommunity)

Small businesses and start-ups provide more than just jobs for community members. They also can improve innovation and productivity on a local level and use other businesses in the community such as accounting and IT, while larger businesses develop their own infrastructure. With more support, small businesses have the potential to breathe new life into […]
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How to scale your business with AI.(Forbes)

Impact Of AI On Businesses A recent PwC survey revealed that 75% of business leaders are confident AI will help them make better decisions. Sixty-four percent believe it will be critical to their organization’s efficiency and productivity in the future. Using artificial intelligence for business is one of the hottest new trends. In other words, AI […]
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SA’s top 5 most employable skills (Moneyweb)

Information technology South Africa is renowned for its sporadic adoption of innovative technology. Even now, in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, we lag behind the rest of the world in this area. Employable skills (or the lack thereof) in this industry are no exception – of all the skills in demand in 2022, […]
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