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COSTLY NATURAL DISASTERS
According to Swiss Re, economic losses from disaster events in 2024 totalled $318 billion, with 57% of those losses uninsured. This reportedly resulted in a substantial global protection gap of $181 billion.
NOTEWORTHY NEWS IN NUMBERS
12%:
annual increase in global data centre electricity consumption, 4x more than the growth in demand for electricity.
1,000:
number of cargo ships using Wayfinder, a forecasting system that aims to significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
43%:
energy efficiency rate of perovskite, a synthetic material, compared to 29% in silicone cells currently used in solar panels.
GREY VEHICLE RISK
Grey vehicles are used vehicles entering SA through unauthorised channels, costing the country’s revenue service up to R8 billion annually. In addition, they may not meet local industry safety standards. |
PASSWORD ATTACKS
Microsoft recently warned of a password spraying attack by a hacking group that targeted cloud tenants. Preventing this type of cybersecurity breach doesn’t require advanced technical knowledge, so learn how... |
PROTECTING YOUR PROPERTY ASSET
Buying a home is a solid financial investment, yet it comes with significant responsibilities and sometimes hidden costs. These tips will ensure you enjoy the benefits while avoiding unnecessary stress. |
YOUTUBE’S MILESTONE
YouTube celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025. About 20 million videos are uploaded daily, with over 100 million comments from users. This is what the future holds… |
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