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8Nov

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4 Major Changes for WhatsApp

Summary:WhatsApp introduces new profile features for users to express themselves creatively.Group video calls on WhatsApp now support larger participant limits.Chat themes and album enhancements offer improved media sharing experiences.Users can look forward to the launch of WhatsApp for iPad.WhatsApp, the popular messaging app, is rolling out a series of significant updates that promise to enhance user experiences in various ways. From revamped profiles to more expansive group video calls, WhatsApp is set to make communication even more engaging and efficient.Expressive Profiles: WhatsApp users can now showcase their personalities with revamped profiles. These profiles allow users to share their favorite emojis, choose from a variety of backgrounds, and set custom text st...

South Africa is to follow 4IR Path Being Charted or Fall behind

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) represents a path to normalizing a relationship between humans, robots and Super Computers. It determines the acceptance between humanity, artificial intelligence, machine learning and the Internet of things.1 According to experts at the Professional Services and auditing firm PwC says that the country’s competitors are all adopting 4IR technologies and developing their workforce and, if South Africa fails to follow suit, the nation’s industrial manufacturing sector will continue to fall behind and de-industrialize.2 The firm recommends that industry leaders invest in strategies which are more technology and sustainability focused to create a culture that will help them stay relevant, attract and retain employees, improve productivity and make an impa...

SA Prepares for Fourth Industrial Revolution, What Success awaits?

When a person talks about the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) they usually describe advance robotics, super computers and automaton mechanisms. But it could go further than that. President Cyril Ramaphosa established a commission on the economic revolutionary phase known as 4IR in 2019, which was tasked to identify relevant policies, strategies and action plans to position the Country as a competitive global player.1 However with the advent of the global pandemic Covid 19 in March 2020 the process towards 4IR accelerated.2 The spread of the Pandemic which was relentless in taking lives reshaped the economy, the workforce and life in general globally.3 The future of the success of 4IR will depend on whether or not these policies will become a great success and are effective.4 Educatio...