Companies looking for investment opportunities in AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) discussions continue to generate a buzz across industries, companies are increasingly exploring investments to harness its transformative potential. And one of the more prominent areas of discussion involves investment opportunities...
Ethernet switch market soars on datacentre boom
The worldwide Ethernet switch market recorded $11,7-billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) - a 32,3% YoY increase - fueled by strong growth in the datacentre portion of the market as hyperscalers and cloud service providers build out infrastructure...
Accelerated growth for Chinese smartphones
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, China's smartphone shipments grew 8,9% year over year (YoY) to 71,6-million units in 2Q24. The third consecutive quarter of growth led to...
Carbon capture, storage market set to hit $5,61bn
The global carbon capture and storage market size is expected to reach $5,61-billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 7,3% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. This growth is attributed to the presence of favorable government policies...
Webb images show a cold exoplanet 12 light-years away
An international team of astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have directly imaged an exoplanet roughly 12 light-years from Earth. While there were hints that the planet existed, it had not been confirmed until Webb imaged it. The planet is...
E-commerce hubs drive up air pollution
An unexpected side effect of e-commerce is the increase in air pollution - particularly nitrogen oxide - around warehousing hubs. This is among the findings a new study, funded by NASA and published in Nature, that aimed to measure the air pollution associated with...
Cybercriminals are ready for the Olympics. Are you?
Major sporting events like the Olympics attract billions of viewers and are prime opportunities for cybercriminals. Over the past decade, cyberattacks targeting major events have surged, increasing from 212-million documented attacks at the London 2012 Games to...
Africa Data Centres adds 6MW in Cape Town
Africa Data Centres is expanding its CPT1 facility in Cape Town, adding three halls in new areas on the campus that provide another 6MW of IT load. This effectively doubles the data centre's current capacity. The new expansion was implemented with support from the US...
Crowdstrike and Microsoft stocks down but global searches soar
Worldwide searches for "CrowdStrike stock" and "Microsoft stock" have surged 3 054% and 981% respectively over the past week after the global IT crash. However, each corporation's daily stock value dropped on 19 July. This is following an outage that spread globally...
Landmark Climate Change Act welcomed
The Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa's signing of the Climate Change Bill into law this week. "The signing of the bill is a step in the right direction, as South Africa has established...
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Productivity, employee experience, serendipity: 2021 future of work predictions
Unquestionably, 2020 has been the year of change. We've changed how we work, where we work, when we work, even to some extent why we work. By Kristine Dahl Steidel, vice-president: EUC EMEA at VMware, with Dr Carl Benedikt Frey, director of the Future of Work...
Minimise the risk of cyberthreats and compliance in financial services
The Covid factor has greatly accelerated the digitalisation of the financial services sector as well as the threat landscape as well. By Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA at Galix There has been a dramatic increase in cybercrime activity this year, for a number of reasons....
Lenovo announces new ThinkPads
Lenovo has launched its thinnest ThinkPad ever, ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga. Covered in titanium material, it's just over 11mm thin and features a 3:2 ratio 13,5-inch low power display along with Dolby Vision HDR support and Dolby Atmos Speaker System. The company has...
DHL Global Forwarding invests R126,5m in new SA facility
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Choosing the best printer for your home office
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Cloud keeps unified comms relevant
As businesses across sectors consider various new modes of work to drive business performance, there is an increasing urgency to streamline and optimise communication channels - for both internal and external functions. By Steve Davies, chief technology officer of...
Money isn’t the most powerful motivator
Most companies have unique methods for motivating people. When it's done right this delivers an energised workforce, inspires progress and pushes teams to excel. But motivating employees can be tricky and with the ongoing upheavals we're experiencing, keeping your...
Cloud: cluttered, confusing and in need of compliance
Choosing cloud is no longer an option - it's an inevitability if your business wants to participate in the modern economy, writes Zaheer Ebrahim, presales engineer at Trend Micro South Africa. Cloud adoption isn't a "nice to have", a strategy for the future, or even...
Security startup SEON raises R55m, invests in SA
German security startup SEON has raised R55-million (€3-million) in funding from private investors and through a German government-funded venture capital fund. According to Finn Plotz, co-founder and MD of SEON, the funds will be utilised for advanced software...
Leverage the power of location-based intelligence
As much as digital transformation involves the use of technology, it is not purely about technology. By Gary Allemann, MD of Masterdata Management It is about driving improved customer experiences and enhancing operational capabilities. What this requires, more than...
Project Manager (HSS and Technical Support FTC x2 – Wits RHI – Gophelega Tshwane) – Gauteng Pretoria
Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challenges.It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
Technical Services ITSM Consultant
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Solution Architect – 0408
Solution Architect - 0408Senior Executive (Board) | Gauteng | PretoriaDuties and Responsibilities:Design innovative and strategic IT solutions.Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements.Develop architecture blueprints.Ensure solutions align with business...
Front End Developer (Focus; BI) (Advanced) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Front End Developer (BI Focus) – AdvancedMidrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office (Hybrid) Our client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled Front End Developer (BI Focus) to join their dynamic IT team supporting global operations. This opportunity is based...
Technical Services ITSM Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a Technical Services Consultant specializing in CA Service Management (CA SM) to join our ITSM consulting team. The role requires in-depth knowledge of CA Service Management (formerly known as CA Service Desk Manager) to assist clients in implementing,...
Solution Architect – 0408 – Gauteng Pretoria
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Front End Developer (BI Focus) – AdvancedMidrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office (Hybrid) Our client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled Front End Developer (BI Focus) to join their dynamic IT team supporting global operations. This opportunity is based...
SAP HCM Consultant (EU-Paid) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
SAP ABAP Developer – 3147
SAP ABAP Developer - 3147Senior Executive (Board) - PretoriaJob Overview:Design and develop SAP applications using ABAP programming languageCustomize SAP modules according to business requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...
Solution Architect (Chief Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Solution Architect (Chief Expert) – Contract OpportunityLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Hybrid (Home Office Rotation)Work Model: Flexible (1960 hours annually)Our client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect (Chief...
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