Google looks to Africa’s youth for the future
Looking to reaffirm its commitment to Africa – particularly its youth – Google has initiated a number of projects focused on empowering the continent’s next generation through AI, unlocking opportunities and expanding on the innovation capacity of young Africans. New...
AI-based supply chain forecasting will predict future demand by 2030
Seventy percent of large-scale organisations will adopt AI-based forecasting to predict future demand by 2030, according to Gartner. Achieving touchless forecasting that eliminates the need for frequent manual inputs and regular human interventions provides a unique...
Cybercrime rises while cybersecurity market slows
Although organisations worldwide are putting maximum effort into preventing cyberattacks, the global cybercrime cost remains enormous compared to total cybersecurity spending - over the past six years, the global cybercrime cost has grown 12 times faster than total...
EU’s new cybersecurity directive raises stakes for African businesses
The European Union’s NIS2 cybersecurity directive has significant implications for African businesses trading with the continent, says cybersecurity firm Check Point, which urges African businesses with strong ties to the EU to take steps to comply with this new,...
Automotive haptics will drive the sector’s growth
Haptic technologies deliver feedback through the sense of touch - from simple vibration alerts all the way to immersive tactile interactions. In 2024, the largest market for haptics is in smartphones but, as the smartphone market stagnates, the industry is looking...
Joint Kaspersky, Interpol effort combats 2024 Olympics cybercrime
Kaspersky has contributed to tackling fraudulent schemes surrounding the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in France by sharing threat intelligence data with Interpol as part of Project Stadia. The initiative is designed to ensure the cyber safety of major international...
Legaltech will augment, not replace, lawyers
Legaltech refers to the use of technology to deliver legal services and support various functions within the legal industry – and factors such as remote working, high inflation rates, changing client demands, and developments in technologies like artificial...
Zoom undergoes GenAI-driven renaissance
At its annual Zoomtopia 2024 showcase event, Zoom unveiled a wide array of new and upcoming platform enhancements powered by generative AI (GenAI) – compelling for their sheer volume, breadth, and substance in continuing its renaissance, according to GlobalData. Gregg...
A cybersecurity roadmap for the future
A multi-pronged approach to cybersecurity is essential, including strong authentication, regular data backups, security awareness and collaborative threat sharing across organisations to secure the increasingly vulnerable digital landscape. Dr Jaya Baloo, chief...
Microsoft unveils autonomous agents, tools to make your own
Moore’s Law has been overtaken by scaling laws, according to which the power of technology is doubling every six months. This is the word from Satya Nadella, chairman and CEO of Microsoft, who says this empirical law refers to technology overall – including compute...
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IBM, Junior Achievement expand access to digital skills
IBM and Junior Achievement (JA) South Africa have announced the Open P-TECH for Africa program which will provide South Africa's youth with skills relevant to the digital era and marketplace. As the Covid-19 pandemic leads to an unprecedented shift to online learning...
Altron Karabina achieves Azure Advanced Accreditation
Following a Microsoft initiated third-party audit of its cloud migration practices and after meeting stringent criteria including demonstrable global customer success stories, proven upskilling of staff and best practice frameworks and architecture, Altron Karabina...
Thales appoints new African distributors
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McAfee sells enterprise business
McAfee has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its enterprise business to a consortium led by Symphony Technology Group (STG) in an all-cash transaction for $4-billion. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2021, subject to customary regulatory...
How to keep your cargo in perfect condition
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SA fintech enabler Ukheshe Technologies confirms global expansion
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The era of feminine leadership has arrived
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Let’s celebrate our women scientists and engineers
Let me ask you a question. When you think of a scientist, who comes to mind? Is it Albert Einstein, the founder of the theory of relativity? Or Sir Isaac Newton, who gave us the concept of gravity? And then there's Louis Pasteur, who invented the process of...
On-demand delivery on the rise
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The sustenance of job creation during a digital evolution epoch
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Senior Java Developer (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE high-performance scalability & security as you develop and maintain all client-facing web systems as the next Senior Java Developer wanted by a leader in Intelligent Security Solutions. You will also respond to any critical system failures or...
SAP Basis Consultant at Parvana Recruitment
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Senior JAVA Developer – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior JAVA Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role. We are looking for...
Senior Java Developer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Roodepoort
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SAP Basis Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
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