AI, freedom of expression and the press.
By Hanno Brink, Synthesis Machine Learning Engineer A free press or media has an important role to play in democracies as it is responsible for gathering and distributing the information that citizens use to decide how they are going to vote. They then have the further responsibility to monitor and hold those in power accountable. […]
Giving Back When People Feel Like They Are Giving In
By Belinda Unterslak, Synthesis Events and Marketing Coordinator Late one evening a few weeks ago, Synthesis was tagged in a Twitter thread that discussed what people need money for and how much. We were tagged in the post as someone wanted to develop their app with us. When we read this thread, we saw the […]
25 disadvantaged youth graduate with an NQF Level 5 in IT Systems
By Belinda Unterslak, Synthesis Events and Marketing Coordinator On 1 April 2021 Synthesis and Afrika Tikkun Services celebrated the graduation of the 25 students who graduated with an NQF Level 5 in IT Systems Development, accredited by the Media Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA). The learnership programme takes place […]
Technology, the liberator
By Kim Furman, Synthesis Marketing Manager Technology liberates. This was the motif of a recent podcast featuring Nedbank’s Executive of Emerging Payments, Chipo Mushwana, Entrepreneur & Author of KasiNomics, GG Alcock and Synthesis team members, Howard Feldman, Pierre Aurel and Craig Leppan. Nedbank, in partnership with Synthesis, has released the first Tap-on-phone technology in Africa, […]
7 Tips & Tricks for Staying on Top of Tech Trends – Don’t be a ‘Technology Fool’
By Kim Furman, Synthesis Marketing Manager Since about 1582*, people have been falling victim to April Fool’s pranks. Historians have speculated that this day originated in France when the country switched from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar and, with this, they moved the new year from the first of April to the first […]
From Server to Software Engineer
A Journey of Perseverance By Kim Furman, Synthesis Marketing Manager “Your mind is your biggest problem,” says Rodney Mapako giving the rather unexpected answer to the question “what advice you would give to someone in your shoes?” The shoes being referred to are those of not being able to afford to study and having this block your desired future. Mapako overcame his mind, financial difficulty and […]
A ‘Top 4’ Bank Super App Soars
The super app managed with super technology Imagine the ultimate convenience for consumers and suppliers: A super app that lets you make appointments and order goods to your doorstep without leaving your house with one basket. An app that allows suppliers easy access to consumers. Now imagine this app had been in the making before […]
Is Artificial Intelligence Relevant for All Industries?
By Alison Gaylard, Writer | Wits Business School Is South Africa ready for AI? What about the role of humans in AI? Is AI really going to take over our jobs? Where do companies start when it comes to AI readiness? These were just a few of the questions that Wits Business School’s Professor Brian […]
Synthesis Set to Transform Mauritius Businesses
Synthesis, the technology and consulting company known for propelling leading South African businesses, is thrilled to announce its further and official expansion into Mauritius. In South Africa, banking, online shopping and the award-winning GovChat is powered by Synthesis’ technology in one form or another. Synthesis partners with companies accelerating their digital journeys with cloud, digital […]
Digital Crash Course Book Hamper Competition Terms and Conditions
The Digital Crash Course Book Hamper giveaway (Competition) is a competition of Synthesis Software Technologies Pty Ltd (Company). The Competition commences on 8 February 2021 and ends on 14 February 2021. The Competition is open to everyone over the age of 18 and residing within South Africa, except employees of the Company. In order to […]