AI-powered coding competition empowers 90 kids
When RocketHour decided to host an AI-assisted coding competition during the July school holidays, it aimed to explore how AI changes the way we teach and how accessible it makes complex tasks for younger students. And it demonstrated that 90 11-to-13 year-olds, a...
Nation-state actors exploit SharePoint vulnerability
High-profile local and global sites alike have fallen victim to a newly-uncovered vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint. In South Africa, National Treasury is among the customers affected, while international users like the US nuclear weapons agency have also been...
Finalists for 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge announced
The 12 finalists in the 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge have been whittled down from an initial 1 550 applications - and 40 other fintech semifinalists - to compete for the top prize of $50 000. "The finalists in this year's Ecobank Fintech Challenge have showcased...
Applications open for Huawei’s 2024 Women in Tech
Tech-savvy women entrepreneurs are invited to apply for Huawei's Women in Tech, Digital Skills Training Programme. The 2024 edition of this annual event offers women free training in the rapidly developing fields of Cloud Computing, 5G, AI as well as Leadership...
New branding, strategy for Cell C
Kathy Gibson reports - Orange and black is the new … Cell C corporate livery. The mobile operator today unveiled a new branding and strategic direction, under the theme “We are unstoppable”. Jorge Mendes, CEO of Cell C, told a packed auditorium that the past year has...
NASA demos ultra-cool quantum sensor in space
NASA’s Cold Atom Lab, a first-of-its-kind facility aboard the International Space Station, has taken another step toward revolutionising how quantum science can be used in space. Members of the science team measured subtle vibrations of the space station with one of...
One-third of users fall for phishing mails
Phishing emails remain a prevalent and effective tool for cybercriminals to launch malicious attacks on organisations worldwide. These bad actors continuously evolve their tactics, adapting to current market trends and outsmarting both end users and organisations by...
Cobots ensure Ford Ranger doors are weatherproof
Working shoulder-to-shoulder with workers on the door assembly line at Ford's Silverton Manufacturing Plant are two cobots (collaborative robots) responsible for the installation of weatherproof shields into Ranger doors, a process requiring pin-point accuracy,...
Hloolo aims to close the funding gap for green SMEs
One of the biggest challenges facing green SME businesses is their ability to tap into available pools of sustainable finance. Although South Africa boasts a mature financial sector with a strong institutional construct, it is geared to support developed businesses...
Healthy growth forecast for next generation non-volatile memory
The global next generation non-volatile memory market is expected to reach $18,23-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 17,8% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new study by Grand View Research which says the increasing need for fast and economical storage solutions...
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ITBusiness launches cyber security competency
ITBusiness, part of the KID Group, has launched cyber security services as part of the company's strategy to offer more holistic information management and governance services. ITBusiness saw a need in the market for an expanded, integrated suite of data services,...
How to make Black Friday and Cyber Monday count
We are on the cusp of the festive shopping season, with Black Friday and Cyber Monday kicking off the spending spree in the run up to Christmas and Boxing Day. By Dharshan Naidoo, senior sales manager at Infobip South Africa However, this year's shopping season will...
Fujitsu debuts ecosystem platform to accelerate partner collaboration
Fujitsu has announced the Ecosystem Platform, the latest step in the evolution of its Select Partner Program. Designed to help partners succeed in today's data-driven era, the platform provides a dynamic space where customers and existing and new partners can...
2020 state of the insurance market
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AWS and Dimension Data in cloud education partnership
Amazon Web Services' (AWS) skills development arm, AWS Training & Certification has partnered with Dimension Data's Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) team to provide essential cloud education to key beneficiaries of the system integrator's Enterprise...
Trust is good, but a zero-trust mindset is better
A few months ago, commuting to work, entering a crowded elevator, and sitting down in an open workspace next to several colleagues were trivial everyday activities. Amir Sohrabi, area vice-president: emerging markets at Citrix Unfortunately, with the current global...
Be extra vigilant on Black Friday this year
Despite the negative impact the hard lockdown has had on South Africa's economy, the annual Black Friday retail sales tradition is expected to remain popular this year. Instead of limiting sales specials for just one day, many retailers have taken to doing Black...
Consumers win as tech transforms SA property market
You're getting ready to buy a house. You don't call an estate agent, or start driving around neighbourhoods looking for "for sale" signs. More likely, you sit down at your computer and begin the house hunt online. And, once you've done a couple of virtual tours and...
4IR tech disrupts traditional lay-by system
The traditional lay-by system has long represented an enormous headache for merchants and retailers, marked by high administrative costs and high non-completion rates. But through utilising new technologies, South African digital disruptor LayUp seeks to improve...
Break out of the endless data integration cycle
Traditional master data management (MDM) projects have tended to be cumbersome, complex and never-ending. By Gary Alleman, MD of Master Data Management Although MDM purports many benefits, the reality is that projects have typically become centred on data integration,...
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Client based in Cape Town seeks the services of PBI Developer Retail, EM.We are committed to locating the ideal job for you, so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.Purpose & Overall...
Senior Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Responsible for scoping, sourcing/gathering, integrating and analyse complex financial, statistical and visual/spacial data to provide high-quality forensic evidence in support of the Financial Intelligence Centre's mandate. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data...
PBI Developer WHS, EM – Western Cape Cape Town
Client based in Cape Town seeks the services of PBI Developer Retail, EM.We are committed to locating the ideal job for you, so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.Purpose & Overall...
Applications Support Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE Implement, maintain and enhance solutions to ensure system availability.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Business Application Support & Maintenance • Administer, configure, and maintain business applications to ensure optimal performance and availability. •...
Desktop Support Engineer at Adapt IT
Introduction Assist staff with installation, configuration and ongoing usability of desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment and software complying with given standards and guidelines.Participate in varied computer platforms in multi-layered client server environment....
Applications Support Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Implement, maintain and enhance solutions to ensure system availability.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Business Application Support & Maintenance • Administer, configure, and maintain business applications to ensure optimal performance and availability. •...
Desktop Support Engineer at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand
Introduction Assist staff with installation, configuration and ongoing usability of desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment and software complying with given standards and guidelines.Participate in varied computer platforms in multi-layered client server environment....
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational requirement: Grade 12Previous training / experience in Software Testing2+ years Software Testing experienceRequirement extraction and writing of Test Cases.ADVANTAGES: ISTQB Certification or Software Testing CourseExperience...
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We are looking for a skilled and proactive Python Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, a passion for clean code, and the ability to solve complex problems. You will be responsible for...
Tester – Gauteng Centurion
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational requirement: Grade 12Previous training / experience in Software Testing2+ years Software Testing experienceRequirement extraction and writing of Test Cases.ADVANTAGES: ISTQB Certification or Software Testing CourseExperience...
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