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The computer-human relationship is evolving
Many of us already talk to our computers and soon they may suggest better ways for us to work
The future of work we want
The world of work is changing and with it inequalities will be exacerbated unless a social agenda is in place and education institutions gear up
Chip labour: Robots replace waiters in restaurant
The futuristic restaurant concept is the latest initiative in Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba's push to modernise service
Prepare for the time of the robots
A future artificial intelligence-assisted economy means education must get with the programme
Old dog, new tricks: Sony unleashes ‘intelligent’ robot pet
The 30-centimetre long hound-like machine comes complete with flapping ears and its eyes can show various emotions.
Somaliland’s voting technology shows how Africa can lead the world
In an extension of technological leapfrogging, Somaliland will become the first country in the world to use iris recognition in an election
Jobs and robots: Bracing for technological disruptions to come
Rapid advances in artificial intelligence and the fear of joblessness have led to developments on what to do to ensure that robots don’t steal jobs.
Face scanners, robot cleaners to make flying a breeze
Biometric technology has the potential of transforming the experience of airport travel
Eish, robot: Automation is eating jobs
‘Premature deindustrialisation’ is relegating more and more of our workforce to the service industry
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An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
