This trend, dubbed BYOAI (Bring Your Own AI), illustrates the growing use of free AI tools like ChatGPT at work. In SMEs, up to 80% of employees from various generations are using AI in some capacity, even though more than half are reluctant to admit to using these tools. This reservation, fuelled by fears concerning…
Source: unsplash.com According to Anina Maree, co-founder and director of Ground Control Research, radio stations aiming to retain and grow their audiences should leverage independent listenership and programming research as a key strategy. The lack of independent research Nearly a third of radio stations don’t set up formal conversations with their audiences – they have…
Source: 123RF. CK Birla Healthcare is reportedly selling a minority stake, with sources indicating that Kotak Mahindra Capital has been engaged to oversee the fundraising. The company is in discussions with both domestic and international investors, though the size of the stake remains unknown. A CK Birla Healthcare spokesperson declined to provide any comment on…
Image: Supplied In Christoffel Hendrik Wiese and Others v CSars, the Commissioner instituted action against Christo Wiese and others for payment of R216m claiming they assisted Energy Africa (Pty) Ltd (the taxpayer) to dissipate its assets to obstruct the collection of a tax debt. The taxpayer’s tax debt arose following a group restructure. Sars conducted…
Hollard’s new campaign from VML Insure your unsure inspires positivity As VML South Africa’s first big piece of creative work since Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R joined forces at the beginning of the year, this campaign also showcases the capability of the new, integrated business. “The finished product is a testament to the exceptional teamwork and…
Source: Reuters. Through product innovations, enhancements to its network and strategic partnerships, Mastercard will enable acquiring banks to process real-time card payments. For the first time, all merchants in South Africa who accept Mastercard payments will receive faster payouts, empowering businesses with better cashflow management and faster funds availability. This, in turn, provides merchants with…
More than 1,200 entries were received from journalists around the country as they shared examples of their best work from the past year. Source: Supplied. More than 1,200 entries were received from journalists around the country as they shared examples of their best work from the past year. “As we commemorate 30 years of democracy…
Source: ©: Loeries Loeries The Loeries Creative Week takes place form 7 to 11 October in Cape Town The Loeries, Africa and the Middle East’s premier brand communications festival runs from 7 to 11 October 2024, with judging taking place over the first two days, 7 and 8 October, in Cape Town. This is the…
Lynn Madeley joins Publicis Groupe Africa in the role of chief operating officer. With an illustrious career spanning global markets, Lynn brings extensive operational expertise from agencies like Saatchi & Saatchi (London and Hong Kong), Ogilvy Africa, and most recently, as CEO for Havas Africa. Known for her ability to accelerate growth and foster high-performing…
Source: Wikipedia. Old Mutual is set to transform mobile connectivity in the lower segment market by providing customers with unparallelled value in data packages. “The launch of the MVNO service which will be known as Old Mutual Connect is a part of our Integrated Financial Services (IFS) strategy to deliver tangible value-added services to our…
