As AI enters the workplace, optimism levels are high

As AI enters the workplace, optimism levels are high

Kathy Gibson reports – Employees at all organisational levels recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay and will fundamentally change or even supersede their jobs. But there is a generally high level of optimism about the positive impacts of...
With PowerVia, Intel claims a chipmaking breakthrough

With PowerVia, Intel claims a chipmaking breakthrough

Intel has introduced PowerVia, a new approach to delivering power that rethinks how chips are made and how they are tested. Traditionally computer chips have been built like pizzas – from the bottom up, in layers. In the case of chips, you start with the tiniest...
Tsunamis could be detected by their rumble in the atmosphere

Tsunamis could be detected by their rumble in the atmosphere

Triggered by earthquakes, undersea volcanoes, and other Earth-shaking forces, tsunamis can devastate coastal communities. And when it comes to providing advance warning, every second counts. Scientists at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory are testing a novel approach...
Challenges build resilience and agility in African CEOs

Challenges build resilience and agility in African CEOs

CEOs in sub-Saharan Africa develop resilience and agility as they navigate an evolving and complex business operating environment, according to PwC’s “Africa Business Agenda: Business Operating Environment Perspective 2023”. To enhance business...

Talent emigration now a top risk for SA businesses

By Kathy Gibson – A vast majority of South African business leaders (80%) regard emigration of top talent as a critical risk factor for their businesses. And there’s reason for their concern: 55% of qualified young professionals are considering going...
Salaries sink in April, reversing recent gains

Salaries sink in April, reversing recent gains

The overall dismal economic environment has contributed to the average nominal take-home pay slipping further in April 2023, according to the monthly BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI). The number of salary payments has also fallen, signalling a troubled job...