A digital revolution is taking place in Africa. 2021 has been a big year for technology – and specifically fintech – in the innovative continent. Start-ups are building out their solutions, expanding into new markets ...
New book extract Experts reveal why it takes more than just tech to win in the digital economy We are entering a promising new era in which people’s creative endeavours are being complemented by a ...
With 955 organisations going public since January 2021, this year has been witness to some of the most exciting and fastest-growing initial public offerings (IPO) of the century. During this time there has been a ...
Let’s get the slightly dull definition out of the way first. A non-fungible token (NFT) is a unique unit of data stored on a digital ledger, or blockchain. NFTs can be anything digital (drawings, music, ...
ESG and climate-themed investing has taken off massively in the last few years. An increasing focus on climate issues, along with a global pandemic, have seen sustainable and responsible investing become a fundamental element of ...
In the heart of the South Pacific is the nation of the Cook Islands. Situated south of Hawaii and in the same time zone, the Cook Islands is an independent nation in free association with ...
Invest Durban was recommended by the Durban City Council and organised private business as the First Stop Shopto stimulate new investment in the Durban metropolis. We act as a partnership between the Metro City Council ...
In the property market, brokers and lenders have long since controlled access to almost every part of the buying and selling process. But things may be changing. Enter the ‘iBuyers” who are removing the hurdles ...
The electric car race has been in progress for a while now. Carmakers around the world are adapting their business models in order to thrive in a new world in which electricity replaces petrol and ...
In 2021, Samsung overtook Intel to become the world’s top chip manufacturer in terms of revenue. The South Korean tech giant’s semiconductor business generated $20.3bn in sales between April and June, up 19% over the ...
It wasn’t long ago that possibilities for women were severely restricted. Executive and managerial roles were reserved for men, whereas female employees could only aspire to second-class positions. However, with the advancement of gender equality, ...
Today, financial service firms are experiencing a rapid growth in data volumes and data diversity. More content is available to feed into decision making. Conversely, more information and disclosures are requested by regulators and customers ...
COVID has revolutionised the way we work, and many businesses are now living in a world of hybrid working. We know that flexible working is good for staff morale, retention, and satisfaction. But could it ...
From modern homes to exciting renovations to new-build stylish lodgings, Woods + Dangaran, an architecture and interior design studio based in Los Angeles, create homes through dialogue and exploration. In 2013, two friends, Brett Woods ...
India’s digital boom propels the country into global excellence. As a high-tech world leader, India is one of the fastest-growing mobile payment markets and offers a huge opportunity for both foreign and domestic players. India’s ...
The Caribbean. Host to 7,000 islands, 25 countries, infinite growth opportunities and an emerging capital market. As seen across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused major trade shifts, and this tourist-dependent region was left ...
The rise of China as a trade powerhouse has had a profound impact on global commerce, with economic sectors in Latin America among the biggest beneficiaries. Between 2000 and 2020, China-LAC trade grew 26-fold from ...
Under mounting pressure from the UK government, firms are embracing greener, more sustainable practices. Meanwhile, global financial markets increasingly focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues, as sustainability efforts become a top priority among ...