Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Meta has paused a feature in its new Muse Image Tool that allowed users to generate images based on Instagram content – including from other people’s accounts. The feature automatically opted in all Instagram users with a public account, allowing people’s likenesses...

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Global gaming PC spend set for growth

The world is spending more on gaming PCs and laptops than ever, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. A massive gaming user base and the growing esports audience have kept demand strong even when global PC sales hit the brakes. Cutting-edge...

Nvidia earnings show shift from ‘hyper growth to high growth’

Nvidia’s latest results underscore a turning point for markets: the AI leader is moving from hyper growth to high growth, says Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. The company reported second-quarter earnings that beat expectations, with adjusted EPS of $1.04 on revenue...

Foxconn starts building Taiwan’s fastest supercomputer

Nvidia and Foxconn are building Taiwan’s largest supercomputer. The Hon Hai Kaohsiung Super Computing Centre will be built around Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture and feature the GB200 NVL72 platform, which includes a total of 64 racks and 4 608 Tensor Core GPUs. With...

Tax and crypto: Investors and traders must be compliant

Cryptocurrency is subject to all the tax and foreign exchange control regulations fiat currency is, speakers warned during a recent webinar hosted by the Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) Blockchain special interest group in...

JSE Virtual Trading Game winners announced

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has announced the winners of the fourth annual Virtual Trading Game (VTG), a game that aims to teach South Africans about investing on the JSE. The winners were revealed at the 7th annual Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy...

SA first to get realtime card payments

Mastercard has announced that South Africa will be the first market in the world to benefit from the security and speed of immediate Mastercard card payments, as the organisation enables acquiring banks to process realtime card payments. For the first time, all...

Vodafone, Google expand relationship

Vodafone and Google have announced a 10-year strategic expansion of their existing partnership to bring new services, devices, and TV experiences to millions of Vodafone's customers across Europe and Africa, supported by Google Cloud and Google's Gemini models. The...

The Zen in setting up workplaces for Gen Z

Gen Z is an age group that has never known a time without the Internet; they’ve shared their life milestones on Instagram and are now moving to the beat of TikTok trends; their appetite for digital is unprecedented; globalisation and economic uncertainty have been a...

DDoS attacks skyrocket as hacktivist activity surges

There has been a dramatic 43% increase in the number of application-layer attacks and a 30% increase in volumetric attacks - especially in Europe and the Middle East – according to the findings of Netscout’s latest 1H2024 DDoS Threat Intelligence Report. Attack...

Malatsi lays out SA’s roadmap for AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to benefit humanity, and South Africa should harness it as such. This is the word from Solly Malatsi, minister of communication and digital technologies, who points out that the International Telecommunications Union...

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Infusing customer insights into your business

In today's increasingly digital world, data-driven customer analytics have become the heartbeat of modern businesses. By James Bayhack, sub-Saharan Africa director at CM.com More customers are engaging with businesses through digital channels and continued advances in...

Fintech steps in where government and banks fail SMEs

Fintech has stepped in where most others have failed, providing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the support they need to scale and create jobs, while simultaneously making funding possible for micro-enterprises that have previously been excluded by mainstream...

Staying safe with tap and go

As the world struggles through a global pandemic that has, through the manner of its transmission, severely constrained human contact, so new ways have been found to do what we usually do - but without touching strange surfaces any more than we have to. Is it then any...

The evolution towards continuous underwriting

One of the next-generation practices that insurers are looking to adopt to further differentiate themselves and add value to the customer experience is that of continuous underwriting. Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge Holdings Essentially, this...

DiData acquires Acacia Cloud Solutions

Dimension Data has announced its acquisition of Acacia Cloud Solutions, a cloud implementation partner with AWS expertise. The acquisition will expand Dimension Data's AWS capabilities and provide its clients with innovative cloud managed services solutions that...

Tips on how to bid better

There is no getting away from the fact that auctions are among the most exciting forms of commerce. The thrill of bidding - and winning - goods people have set their hearts on cannot be beaten. Physical, or in-person auctions, also bring a carnival-like atmosphere to...

Business success comes down to CX

Even though modern technology is introducing new capabilities for organisations looking to adapt to evolving customer needs, the human element should never be forgotten. By Nick Bell, Group CEO of Decision Inc Whether it is a business-to-business or...

Compliant call recording unlocks business benefits

While almost everyone has heard the phrase: "This call may be recorded for quality control purposes," while waiting to speak to a business service representative or call centre operator, businesses are starting to appreciate that the effective and compliant recording...

Shape corporate culture for the new world of work

Will people return to the office when it's safe to do so? Since the start of the pandemic last year, organisations and employees across the world have embraced remote work like never before. By Genevieve Koolen, human resources director at SAP Africa Office workers,...

Innovative support of medical practitioners vital

A developing and progressive healthcare sector is the lifeblood of any nation. In South Africa, achieving such a well-functioning healthcare sector requires the commitment and support of both the government and private sector. By Coenie Smith, Nedbank national manager...

DevOps Engineer

Our client is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their team and play a key role in a Greenfield project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and automation, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in...

Senior Software Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...

Software Tester at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Having enjoyed continuous growth since inception in 2004, our client is a reputable, international specialist in ICT services. They create tailored solutions for a number of blue-chip clients across industries such as telecommunication, retail and...

DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their team and play a key role in a Greenfield project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DevOps practices, cloud infrastructure, and automation, with at least 3 years of hands-on experience in...

Senior Software Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch

ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...

Software Tester at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Having enjoyed continuous growth since inception in 2004, our client is a reputable, international specialist in ICT services. They create tailored solutions for a number of blue-chip clients across industries such as telecommunication, retail and...

Intermediate Web Analytics Specialist

Our Client in Cape Town is seeking the services of an Intermediate Web Analytics Specialist. This is a contract opportunity and the client is seeking candidates with at least 4 years or more in maintaining configuration and optimization of Google Analytics as well as...

Intermediate Business Analyst

Key Responsibilities & Skills:Strong written and verbal communication.Skilled in conducting business and technical elicitation sessions.Able to document processes and develop detailed requirement analysis.Proficient in business analysis techniques aligned with...

Devops Engineer (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a software development company specializing in architecture consulting, systems integration services, and bespoke software solutions. Their mission is to make technology an asset for businesses, seamlessly integrating it to provide leverage...

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