SA businesses are dangerously unprepared for cyberattacks

A mere 5% of companies in South Africa rank at the 'Mature' level of readiness which is needed to be resilient against modern cybersecurity risks - down by 19% year-on-year. This is one of the alarming findings from Cisco's 2024 Cybersecurity Readiness Index, which...

Critical gaps in responsible AI still need to be plugged

Organisations need to urgently prioritise responsible AI to not only adhere to emerging regulations, but also to foster trust and inclusivity in AI-driven innovations. This is among the headline findings of a Qlik-sponsored study by TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy...

GenAI is not a silver bullet for supply chain woes

Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) may be overly optimistic about the potential of generative AI (GenAI), and these misconceptions could have a negative impact on their talent strategies, according to Gartner. With 64% of supply chains set to implement GenAI in some...

Fibre network operators proliferate, but confidence drops

Confidence in South Africa's fibre network operators (FNOs) is slipping. This is among the findings from the FNO perception survey released by Internet industry association ISPA. The February 2024 poll measured the views of about 50 Internet service providers (ISPs)...

These are the data and analytics trends for 2024

Gartner identified the top data and analytics (D&A) trends for 2024 that are driving the emergence of a wide range of challenges, including organizational and human issues. "The power of AI, and the increasing importance of GenAI are changing the way people work,...

AI, cybersecurity, cloud key for hiring

The first quarter of 2024 saw an increase in global job postings and a lesser number of companies laying people off. Major players like Cisco Systems, The Goldman Sachs Group, Microsoft, Citigroup, and X were among the companies that announced job cuts. Despite this,...

AI chip market to grow 10x to become a $300bn industry

The artificial intelligence (AI) chip market has experienced impressive growth in recent years, driven by the surging demand for AI-powered technologies across industries. According to data presented by AltIndex.com, the global AI chip market is expected to grow ten...

No-code AI platforms to hit $24,42bn

The global no-code AI platform market size is anticipated to reach $24,42-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 30,6% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The no-code AI is an AI landscape category that intends to...

SAB invites applications for SAB Talent Challenge

The South African Breweries (SAB) has announced the first edition of the SAB Talent Challenge. Participants will engage in a multi-phased journey solving real-life business problems. All young graduates between the ages of 18 and 30 years are invited to take up the...

Google opens applications for Startups AI Accelerator Africa

Google has announced the opening of applications for the 8th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program. This cohort will have a strong focus on startups leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to address critical challenges...

Big growth ahead for voice and speech recognition market

The global voice and speech recognition market size is anticipated to reach $53,67-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 14,6% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is anticipated to witness an upsurge in the adoption of...

Critical gaps in responsible AI still need to be plugged

Organisations need to urgently prioritise responsible AI to not only adhere to emerging regulations, but also to foster trust and inclusivity in AI-driven innovations. This is among the headline findings of a Qlik-sponsored study by TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy...

Africa’s critical minerals in demand as energy market shifts

As the climate emergency intensifies, demand is surging for minerals that are critical for renewable energy technologies like solar panels, wind turbines and electric vehicles (EVs). The United Nations (UN) Trade and Development (UNCTAD) projections based on data from...

AI forces evolution in D&A operating models

A massive 61% of organisations are forced to evolve or rethink their data and analytics (D&A) operating model because of the impact of disruptive artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, according to a new Gartner survey. The annual Gartner Chief Data &...

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AIOps is driving digital transformation

AIOps, short for artificial intelligence for IT operations, refers to the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies to enhance and automate IT operations. A term first coined by Gartner, AIOps leverages advanced analytics, data...

From credit crunch to subscription surge

Economic challenges like debt and reckless spending in a cost-of-living crisis are all exacerbated by a severe lack of financial literacy. Recent research shows that the level of financial literacy in South Africa is quite low, with only 42% of the adult population...

SA retailers at an e-commerce crossroads

South Africa's e-commerce landscape has arrived at an important juncture. The explosive growth observed during the pandemic years has slowed down somewhat and consumer spending power has faltered amid low economic growth and a global cost of living crisis. At the same...

Braintree qualifies as LS Retail Diamond Partner

Microsoft Partner Braintree has qualified as a 2024 LS Retail Diamond Partner. This compliments Braintree's Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Cloud ERP offering. LS Retail is an embedded solution for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP cloud platform,...

Telviva bundles add-ons

Unified communications and collaboration (UC&C) vendor and service provider Telviva has bundled its popular add-ons, as well as cucial CRM integration, into a single Telviva One Premium subscription. Telviva's chief commercial officer Rob Lith says that, in modern...

Saicom white labels Mobile APN

South African technology solutions provider, Saicom will be white labelling its Mobile APN solution. "Mobile APNs are no longer just a trend. They've become a business imperative in our increasingly connected business landscape," says Greg de Chasteauneuf, chief...

Mukuru again in FXC Intelligence Top 100 Cross-Border Payment list

As next-generation financial services platform Mukuru marks the major milestone of being in business for 20 years, FCX Intelligence announces it has made the list of Top 100 Cross-Border Payment Companies for the fifth successive year. FXC Intelligence founder and CEO...

African payroll and HR solution earns UK accreditation

The Engage payroll and HR suite, distributed by CRS Technologies, has received accreditation from His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the UK authority for tax, payment and customs. This means that the Engage suite is now officially recognised for use in UK-based...

Overcoming security alert fatigue

Alert fatigue represents more than a mere inconvenience for security operations centre (SOC) teams; it poses a tangible threat to enterprise security. By Brandon Rochat, regional sales director: Africa at Cybereason When analysts confront a deluge of thousands of...

Ability to recover from a breach key to business continuity

In 2024, companies will adopt more predictive risk management strategies to not only attempt to limit malicious threats and breaches, but also comply with growing cybersecurity regulations. Ransomware has become one of the top threats facing organisations today and is...

Java / C# Developer (Bloemfontein Onsite) – Free State Bloemfontein

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is all about bringing together the awesome talent of the Free State and blending it with global expertise to power up their local scene. Right now, they're on the hunt for a Java / C# Developer to join their team. If you've got a BSc in Computer...

Python Developer

Are you passionate about developing innovative solutions using Python? We're looking for a skilled Python Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and...

Quality food system administrator at Rhodes Food Group

Maintenance and administration of the Food Safety and Quality Management System and Document Control. Responsibilities: Food Safety & Quality Systems Documentation: Reviewing the policies and procedures, work instructions and related food safety and quality...

Python Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Are you passionate about developing innovative solutions using Python? We're looking for a skilled Python Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and...

Full Stack Developer

At iOCO, we're more than just a company; we're a dynamic team committed to pioneering solutions that matter, driving business agility, and ensuring digital resilience for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Web Developer to join our...

Project Manager IT

Snr Supply Chain PMHybrid - 2 days on-site in Cape Town (candidate must be Cape Town-based or willing to relocate)Contract: 4-5 months with renewal (long term project) We are seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This...

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