Internet of Things

Vodacom’s NB-IoT network is now live in Gauteng

Vodacom’s first commercially available Narrowband-IoT (NB-IoT) network is now live in Gauteng. This announcement is the latest in a string of IoT plays made…

Vodacom’s IoT division now connects ‘three million things’ in South Africa

Hot on the heels of MTN Business’s Internet of Things (IoT) network announcement, Vodacom revealed that its IoT division is now connecting more than…

MTN Business announces dedicated IoT network

MTN has today announced a dedicated Internet of Things (IoT) network that it suggests will “enhance security of business-critical information”. It quoted two distinct…

5 everyday things that didn’t need a smart version [Native]

The internet of things (IoT) promises all manner of connected devices, but there are some things that don’t need to be connected to the…

5 everyday things that didn’t need a smart version [Native]

The internet of things (IoT) promises all manner of connected devices, but there are some things that don’t need to be connected to the…

US woman sues after smart vibrator transmits her data

A Chicago woman is suing adult sex toy manufacturer Standard Innovation, claiming that its We-Vibe smart vibrator transmitted user data back to the firm….

Are you vetting Internet of Things platforms? Your competitors might be

As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to expand in size and influence, many businesses are seeking to harness its potential to innovate and…

User experience and the IoT: tech should be all about humans

I remember reading about the Twittering Ferries a few years ago. This story captured my imagination and I started to explore the Internet of…

The IoT future: 6 ways smart technology will affect your business

Smart technology (IoT), is simply about connecting devices, but while the focus has been on technology that facilitates the creation of smart households, its…

The Internet of Things can potentially transform the South African job market

According to the Adcorp Employment Index job availability rose a mere 1.86% in 2015 and, coupled with the skills shortage and economic crisis, the…

Why the Internet of Things isn’t about things at all

Just what is the Internet of Things? The generally accepted definition is a digital ecosystem wherein everyday objects have network connectivity, allowing them to…

Four industrial revolutions and an Internet of Things

2016 is the year of the fourth industrial revolution and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), but is the industry IoT-ready? Industry 4.0 refers…

Card-free SIMs are vital to an Open IoT Ecosystem

Ultimately, the Internet of Things (IoT) will only reach its full potential if it benefits consumers and makes life more convenient on a worldwide…

Know the cyber-security risks of smart homes

A recent survey by Cisco, an American multinational technology company, estimates that 50 billion devices will be connected to the internet by 2020 due…

The IoT Focus: how can SA make the most of the Internet of Things? [Video]

About this content. When it comes to reporting on the Internet of Things, you’ll often see publishers referring to the massive numbers surrounding this…

5 videos that show off the future of scientific innovation [SPONSORED]

National Geographic and General Electric have teamed up for Breakthrough; a new TV series which explores the latest developments in brain science, longevity, water,…

The IoT Focus: how the Internet of Things is changing the way we power our cities [Native Content]

About this content. As global population rates continue to soar, so does our need for electricity. At the same time though, it’s increasingly obvious…

The IoT Focus: 4 ways the Internet of Things is changing the way factories work [Native Content]

About this content. Depending on which source you consult, factories either date back to ancient Egypt or the earliest parts of the Industrial Revolution….

The IoT Focus: 9 African startups shaping the continent’s IoT industry [Native Content]

The Internet of Things (IoT) industry as a whole has been touted as becoming a US$7.1-trillion giant by the year 2020. And around the…

Corporate sponsorship as an imperative for positive impact: the GE example [Sponsored]

The CNN/Multichoice African Journalist Awards was established in August 1995 to encourage, promote and recognize excellence in African journalism and it has in the…

Kenyan Paul Kelemba wins GE Energy & Infrastructure Award at CNN Multichoice African Journalist Awards 2015 [Sponsored]

Paul Kelemba, from Kenya, has been awarded GE Energy & Infrastructure Award, presented by Jay Ireland, President and CEO of GE Africa, at this…

General Electric partners AMI to host Media Training on Energy and Infrastructure Coverage [Sponsored]

African Media Initiative (AMI) and General Electric (GE) have partnered to boost media coverage in Africa of Energy and Infrastructure issues. Some 20 journalists…

MTN debuts EveryDayGigs rolling data bundles in SA

Smartphones: the perfect gateway into the trading world [Sponsored]

Hey Celia: Huawei’s voice assistant is now live on some devices

Kenya’s Mesozi Group nets $350k for its MarketForce 360 retail platform

Covid-19 and African tech startups roundup [26/05/2020]

Final call for startups to enter Lagos Urban Innovation Challenge

Vivo to bring new Y series phones to SA in July, 5G device before year-end

This is Samsung’s ‘Tactical Edition’ of the Galaxy S20

Huawei P40 5G and P40 Pro 5G: SA pricing info revealed

Updated Kia Picanto brings load of tech to South Africa

The C63 AMG and the case for AMG’s final V8-powered C-Class

VW confirms limited edition Golf GTI TCR pricing in South Africa

Internet of Things

Vodacom’s NB-IoT network is now live in Gauteng

Vodacom’s IoT division now connects ‘three million things’ in South Africa

MTN Business announces dedicated IoT network

5 everyday things that didn’t need a smart version [Native]

5 everyday things that didn’t need a smart version [Native]

US woman sues after smart vibrator transmits her data

Are you vetting Internet of Things platforms? Your competitors might be

User experience and the IoT: tech should be all about humans

The IoT future: 6 ways smart technology will affect your business

The Internet of Things can potentially transform the South African job market

Why the Internet of Things isn’t about things at all

Four industrial revolutions and an Internet of Things

Card-free SIMs are vital to an Open IoT Ecosystem

Know the cyber-security risks of smart homes

The IoT Focus: how can SA make the most of the Internet of Things? [Video]

5 videos that show off the future of scientific innovation [SPONSORED]

The IoT Focus: how the Internet of Things is changing the way we power our cities [Native Content]

The IoT Focus: 4 ways the Internet of Things is changing the way factories work [Native Content]

The IoT Focus: 9 African startups shaping the continent’s IoT industry [Native Content]

Corporate sponsorship as an imperative for positive impact: the GE example [Sponsored]

Kenyan Paul Kelemba wins GE Energy & Infrastructure Award at CNN Multichoice African Journalist Awards 2015 [Sponsored]

General Electric partners AMI to host Media Training on Energy and Infrastructure Coverage [Sponsored]

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