A Cloudy Week in Tech

The Google Cloud region in Johannesburg is expected to accelerate the African tech ecosystem, providing organizations with the resources they need to scale, innovate, and compete in the global marketplace. https://cioafrica.co/google-opens-first-cloud-region-in-africa/

Oracle To Establish Public Cloud Region In Nairobi

Oracle Corporation, an American multinational computer technology company, is set to establish a public cloud region in Nairobi, Kenya, reinforcing the country’s status as a prime investment destination for global tech companies in Africa. https://cioafrica.co/oracle-to-establish-a-public-cloud-centre-in-nairobi/

CLC Africa Expands Into Egypt And UAE

Emerging technologies demand skills that can keep up, prompting organisations like Computer Learning Centre Africa (CLC) to expand their horizons and adapt to the evolving landscape of the training industry. With this expansion comes a shift in recognition, positioning CLC Africa as a global training provider representing leading vendors in IT and business sectors. https://cioafrica.co/clc-africa-expands-into-egypt-and-uae/

Google Bard Unveils New Features

Google has announced new updates to Bard, its AI-powered language model. The latest advancements empower users worldwide to harness the power of cutting-edge AI for boundless creativity and enhanced accessibility. https://cioafrica.co/google-bard-unveils-new-features/

SasaPay Unveils New Tool To Streamline Fund Transfers

This feature eliminates the need for manual intervention in transaction handling, streamlining payment procedures and providing enhanced convenience for merchants to manage their finances. SasaPay https://cioafrica.co/sasapay-unveils-new-tool-to-streamline-fund-transfers/

Predictions For AI In 2024 From Various Experts

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a hot topic of discussion in the tech world with stories around its promises and its threats. Will AI’s potential be realised in the year ahead?

SAS, the leader in AI and analytics, asked executives and experts across the company to predict trends and key business and technology developments in AI for 2024. Here are their thoughts. https://cioafrica.co/predictions-for-ai-in-2024-from-various-experts/

Bolt Launches Services In Zimbabwe

Ride hailing company, Bolt , has announced the pilot of its service in Harare, Zimbabwe. The company has launched in the country with more than 300 drivers ready to start accepting and offering mobility services. https://cioafrica.co/bolt-launches-services-in-zimbabwe/

The Africa CISO Summit is Almost Here

The #AfricaCISOSummit 2024 is poised to be the premier event in the realm of cybersecurity. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the summit serves as a critical nexus for thought leadership in the region. With over 200 key decision-makers from across Africa in attendance, it represents a strategic opportunity in a market where cybersecurity investments are on a robust upward trajectory.

Register to attend: https://cioafrica.co/events/the-year-ahead-2024/

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