AIBusinessInnovation

Telecom Giants Bet on Creator Economy and AI to Reignite Growth

Major telecommunications providers are exploring radical new business models as market saturation and customer churn threaten traditional revenue streams. According to industry analysis, telcos are positioning themselves as platforms for the booming creator economy while leveraging AI to transform customer relationships.

The Connectivity Conundrum

After decades building the digital infrastructure that powers modern life, telecommunications companies face an ironic challenge: they’ve become victims of their own success. Market saturation has turned connectivity into a commodity, with consumers showing little loyalty despite trusting telcos with their most sensitive data. Industry reports indicate that approximately two-thirds of customers will switch providers within five years, creating relentless pressure on traditional business models.

CybersecurityPolicySecurity

South African Financial Sector Faces Mounting Insider Cybersecurity Threats, Kearney Analysis Reveals

New research from global consulting firm Kearney indicates insider threats now constitute nearly one-third of cybersecurity breaches in South Africa’s financial services sector. The report highlights detection difficulties and a 40% surge in insider incidents linked to legacy systems. Cybersecurity resilience has become a critical boardroom priority as digital transformation accelerates across the continent.

Growing Insider Threats Challenge South African Financial Security

Global management consulting firm Kearney has released concerning new findings about cybersecurity vulnerabilities within South Africa’s financial services sector, with insider threats emerging as a particularly pressing challenge. According to the analysis, financial institutions across South Africa and the broader African continent face increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity risks as digital transformation accelerates.