Intel, LG Innotek collaborate on AI-powered smart factory
In the world of precision component manufacturing, being able to replicate the same part hundreds of thousands of times with perfect accuracy and zero defects has always been a moonshot goal. And, like many electronic component makers, LG Innotek - a South Korea-based...
Vertiv adds GenAI software with Waylay acquisition
Vertiv Holdings has acquired Waylay NV, a Belgium-based leader in hyperautomation and generative AI software platforms, as part of its continued investment in AI-driven monitoring and control technologies for its power and cooling systems. Vertiv expects this...
Network automation set to scale up
By 2026, 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities, an increase from under 10% in mid-2023, according to Gartner. “Infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders are increasingly looking to AI-based analytics and augmented decision...
Ramaphosa talks investment with Musk
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with South African-born entrepreneur Elon Musk yesterday, on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly in New York. Discussions with the Tesla and SpaceX founder explored opportunities for Musk to invest in South Africa, according to...
Bacteria next big disruptor in global sustainability
Engineered bacteria, genetically modified to perform specific functions or produce desired compounds, are set to revolutionise industries by providing sustainable, cost-effective solutions to global challenges, according to GlobalData. Kiran Raj, practice head of...
SA households see increase in financial assets
Last year was marked by sharp monetary tightening. But economies proved resilient and markets even boomed. Against this backdrop, global financial assets of private households recorded strong growth: With an increase of 7,6%, the losses of the previous year (-3,5%)...
Up to 11m victims hit by Necro Trojan in Google Play
In late August 2024, Kaspersky experts identified a new version of the Necro Trojan that had infiltrated several popular applications on Google Play and modified applications on unofficial platforms, including Spotify, WhatsApp and Minecraft. Necro is an Android...
Miscommunication hinders delivery of employee value
Just 33% of employees report that their organisation is consistently delivering on the employee value proposition (EVP) promises it makes, according to a survey by Gartner. A March 2024 Gartner survey of more than 1 300 employees found that only 21% of employees said...
Broadband Commission calls for enhanced global digital cooperation
The Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development at its Fall Meeting today urged governments, industry, academia and civil society to collaborate to support the implementation of the forthcoming UN Global Digital Compact. Taking place in New York just days...
AI set to reshape the future of telecommunications
In a surprise appearance at T-Mobile’s Capital Markets Day last week, Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang shared a bold vision for the future of telecommunications. “We’ve fused signal processing and AI,” Huang declared during a fireside chat with T-Mobile CEO Mike...
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The essential role of the CHRO when it comes to Covid and cyber risk
When it comes to cyber security, people, rather than IT systems, are often the weakest link in the chain for many organisations. And unfortunately, this link becomes even more vulnerable thanks to added risks created by the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. For...
Don’t forget to start your POPIA compliance journey
Regulators are no longer afraid to protect peoples' rights to privacy against tech giants. In recent years, we have seen the likes of Google and Facebook receive large amounts of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) fines. Rian Schoeman, head of legal and chief...
Fintech debuts Open Banking offering in SA
Spot Money has launched what it believes to the be South Africa's first Open Banking offering. The move follows the 2020 acquisition of the Virgin Money South Africa business by a leading South African private equity firm, in partnership with the local executive...
The AI core that calculates the score
A local platform for tenants and rental agents uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage risks. Averly, a locally created application for rental agents, property owners and tenants alike, uses artificial intelligence, technology and behavioural analysis to help...
Focus on POPIA, data mobility, integrity key for remote working
Most South African businesses traditionally slow down or shut down completely over the festive period, except for retail and hospitality. But 2020 was different, writes Ian Engelbrecht, senior systems engineer at Veeam. The second wave of the pandemic forced the...
B-BBEE could be used to unlock job creation
As the second wave of Covid-19 scours South Africa, it is more evident than ever that even the most astute financial modelling will not be able to predict the long-term economic and social effects of the pandemic. The pandemic and the extended lockdown have resulted...
Top IT security threats in 2021
A tipping point for passwords, cloud jacking to emerge as a new risk, and zero trust will be the default position, as cyber risk grows dramatically in 2021. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy & evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa Looking to the year...
How we’ll plan our travel differently now
Even as the Covid-19 pandemic has continued to pause travel around the world, it has not stopped people from dreaming about where they want to take their next, somewhat off-schedule, vacation. By Jiten Vyas, regional group chief operating officer: Australasia, China,...
Knife Capital launches second 12J venture capital fund
Having deployed most of its first R250-million Section 12J Venture Capital Fund: KNF Ventures, Knife Capital has launched another 12J fund for new investors to participate in this growing and exciting alternative asset class. KNF Ventures II is the second Section 12J...
Workshop 17 wins global startup award
Workshop17 has scooped Best Coworking Space in the 2019 season of the Global Startup Awards (GSA), the world’s largest independent startup ecosystem competition. On outshining the other finalists from around the world, Paul Keursten, Co-Founder and CEO of Workshop17...
Business Intelligence Analyst
Job Summary Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst to join their dynamic BI team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in BI tools and data management, a deep analytical mindset, and a passion...
Business Intelligence Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
Job Summary Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst to join their dynamic BI team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in BI tools and data management, a deep analytical mindset, and a passion...
Senior SQL Server Developer (Sandton – Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A prominent company in mining technology, focused on advanced analytics and solutions, is seeking a Senior SQL Server Developer to join their team in Sandton. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, optimizing, and maintaining...
Senior SQL Server Developer (Sandton – Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A prominent company in mining technology, focused on advanced analytics and solutions, is seeking a Senior SQL Server Developer to join their team in Sandton. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing, optimizing, and maintaining...
Low Code Software Developer (Claris Filemaker/Database/CRM) (CPT Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:Any Devs looking to challenge themselves? We have an exciting opportunity for you to learn a new technology!A dynamic provider of business solutions in the domain of IT architecture, execution & customer support seeks an experienced Low Code Software...
Low Code Software Developer (Claris Filemaker/Database/CRM) (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Milnerton
ENVIRONMENT:Any Devs looking to challenge themselves? We have an exciting opportunity for you to learn a new technology!A dynamic provider of business solutions in the domain of IT architecture, execution & customer support seeks an experienced Low Code Software...
SQL Developer at QES
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Junior PL/SQL Developer to join them on a permanent basis Cape Town / Permanent / Hybrid work model/ Retail & IT We are seeking a motivated and skilled programmer to contribute to our projects with...
SQL Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Junior PL/SQL Developer to join them on a permanent basis Cape Town / Permanent / Hybrid work model/ Retail & IT We are seeking a motivated and skilled programmer to contribute to our projects with...
Manager Information Security at The University of The Western Cape
Manager: Information SecurityInformation and Communication Services (ICS) The University of the Western Cape (UWC) seeks to appoint an experienced Manager: Information Security in its Information and Communication Services (ICS) department.The University has set...
Manager Information Security at The University of The Western Cape – Western Cape Bellville
Manager: Information SecurityInformation and Communication Services (ICS) The University of the Western Cape (UWC) seeks to appoint an experienced Manager: Information Security in its Information and Communication Services (ICS) department.The University has set...
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