OpenAI releases open source models
OpenAI has released two new open-weight AI reasoning models aimed at bringing AI development directly into the hands of developers, enthusiasts, enterprises, startups, and governments everywhere - across every industry and at every scale. The company is releasing...
Customer details compromised in Air France breach
Air France has been the victim of a cyberattack, and some customer details have been compromised. The airline has alerted its loyalty programme members that a fraudster gained limited access to a third-party system that is used by Air France, and some personal data...
UIF online platforms are down
The Unemployment Insurance Fund's (UIF's) online platforms are currently down. On 30 August 2024, the Pretoria High Court issued an interim interdict preventing, with immediate effect, a new service provider from rendering services for the UIF online portal. As a...
Cost of data breaches continues to soar
Although security teams worldwide are doing a much better job detecting and containing breaches, the average data breach cost continues to snowball, according to Stocklytics.com. In 2024, the average cost of a data breach skyrocketed to $4,88-million - up from...
Pre-paid electricity meters linked to energy poverty, food insecurity
A doctoral thesis by Isaac Kwamena Nunoo from the University of Cape Town's (UCT) School of Economics has highlighted the crucial role of electricity in enhancing household welfare in Ghana and South Africa. The thesis explores the impact of electricity and fuel usage...
ISPA echoes calls for regulatory support for MVNOs
ISPA, South Africa's official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), welcomes recent calls for an appropriate, light-touch regulatory regime specifically tailored to support the growing number of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) introducing competition...
August vehicle sales underwhelm but NADA still optimistic
August vehicle sales in South Africa showed a 4,9% decrease compared to the same month last year - a drop that comes at a critical time for the automotive sector. "This decline is disappointing, especially considering the July sales results and improving consumer...
Time to give mobile devices the spring cleaning they deserve
Spring has officially sprung. And with the traditional thoughts around warmer weather and an exciting period of renewal and rejuvenation, now is also the perfect time to give a fresh start to your digital devices. Giving them a proper spring cleaning will not only...
Takealot Group sells Superbalist
The Takealot Group has announced that Superbalist has been acquired by a South African consortium of retail and private equity investors, led by Blank Canvas Capital. The strategic acquisition, effective 1 September 2024, will support Superbalist's ongoing growth,...
How KnowBe4 hired a spy – and sent them packing
In a startling turn of events, cybersecurity awareness training company KnowBe4 recently uncovered an elaborate scam when it unwittingly hired a North Korean spy. This incident has sent shockwaves through the business community, highlighting the growing risks...
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Infinidat appoints Phil Bullinger as CEO
Infinidat has announced the appointment of Phil Bullinger as the company's CEO. Bullinger will be joining the Infinidat executive team following a 30-year career in enterprise storage, most recently as the senior vice-president and GM of the Data Center Business Unit...
Global Brands kudos for Kaspersky
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LG to unveil QNED Mini LED TV at virtual CES
LG Electronics (LG) will introduce its first-ever QNED Mini LED TVs at the all virtual CES(r) 2021 as its top-of-the-line offering among LG's 2021 premium LCD TV lineup. Thanks to quantum dot and NanoCell technologies with Mini LEDs as the light source, brightness and...
SARS is aware of your offshore assets
The days where SARS shuts its eyes to taxpayers' offshore holdings are thing of the past. By Jean du Toit, head of tax technical at Tax Consulting SA SARS is finally utilising the Automatic Exchange of Information regime to pin down taxpayers who have not disclosed...
Outsourcing makes sense for multinationals
Outsourcing, or the transfer of a business activity or function to a third--party service provider, is a solution gaining popularity throughout Africa. This leads to a more efficient allocation of roles and responsibilities, and an organisation that runs well,...
Imaging trends set to shape what we see and create in 2021
2020 was an unprecedented year. How we live, work and interact has fundamentally changed and the repercussions of 2020 will be felt for years to come. So, with unpredictability and uncertainty set to remain key fixtures in people's lives but with hope now on the...
What does augmented analytics mean for small businesses?
From digital transformation to big data and analytics, the internet is littered with buzz words and promises that technology is the answer to revolutionising business and delivering better results. By Malebona Mokhutsoane, solution advisor for analytics, and Dumisani...
How digital partnerships can enable business development
Gone are the days when small businesses need to sell their products to just the people who live or work in the immediate vicinity. Kevin South, head of digital and customer experience at Seacom Digital platforms and partnerships are now empowering micro-companies to...
Kaspersky iHub, G-Core Labs team up to support gaming startups
Kaspersky Innovation Hub (iHub) and edge cloud provider G-Core Labs have joined forces to search for and support promising gaming projects. The partnership between the global companies will provide expertise, infrastructure and resources to prospects that have the...
Remote work culture boosts teamwork of at-home workers
Remote work is here to stay for the time being with 33% of the US and approximately 50% of the UK workforce currently working at a distance. Although 77% of remote workers state they are more productive outside the company's office, there are several other aspects to...
Business Intelligence Developer at Ntice Search – Gauteng Sandton
We are seeking a skilled and analytical Business Intelligence (BI) Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BI solutions that transform data into actionable insights, supporting strategic...
Senior RPG Developer (RPG/RPGLE Developer) (ITC-35) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a Senior RPG Developer / RPGLE Developer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of RPG applications and programs, including RPG IV and ILE RPG. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in RPG development within a business...
Junior Java Developer (ITC-22) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a Junior Java Developer with a strong foundation in Java technologies and a passion for backend and integration development. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a financial services and investment environment, working with experienced...
Intermediate Scrum Master (ITC-37) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking an Intermediate Scrum Master with strong experience in Agile facilitation, team coaching, and enterprise-level delivery. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for driving Agile transformation, coaching teams, and ensuring continuous improvement...
IT Graduate Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client, a global leader delivering innovative solutions, seeks a dynamic and motivated team member to join their high-performing team. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid or office environment, collaborating with a diverse global team...
Senior Technical Architect (ITC-44)
We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to lead the design and implementation of complex, scalable, and secure systems. This role is ideal for a professional with over 8 years of experience in software development, infrastructure, or systems architecture,...
Junior Frontend Developer (ITC-14))
Our esteemed client in Centurion is urgently looking for a Junrior Front-end Developer for a 3-year hybrid contract Position:Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesigns and implements the visual and interactive aspects of web applications using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript...
Data Scientist (Investment Operations)
Leading Investment Management company with operations locally and internationally is seeking a dynamic Data Scientist to join their investment operations team.The candidate must have a completed BSc Honours / Engineering (Maths/Stats/Financial Maths/Similar) plus 1 –...
Senior UI Developer (ITC-53)
We are seeking a Senior UI Developer who will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of responsive front-end applications using the Angular framework. The ideal candidate will work closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and product...
Java Developer
Our client is seeking skilled Java Software Engineers with strong enterprise experience, consulting exposure, and a stable track record. Strong communication skills and delivery focus are key. Key Requirements A bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering or other...
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