Network security spend set to double
The worldwide network security spend - including firewall, SSE, traditional SWG appliance, WAF, and ADC segments - is projected to be on a steady upswing through 2029, according to Dell’Oro Group. Total network security revenue spanning physical appliances, software,...
Multi-vendor security adds to experts’ angst
The majority of companies (78%) surveyed in South Africa and in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa (META) region rely on multi-vendor ecosystems - despite such fragmented security solutions leading to operational and financial strains, according to research from...
These are the technologies that will transform sales in the future
Emotion AI, machine sellers, and digital twin of a customer will have a transformative impact on the sales function in the next decade, according to Gartner. However, sales leaders must closely navigate the hype to evaluate when these technologies will be appropriate...
IDC optimistic that smartphones on road to recovery
Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 5,8% YoY in 2024 to 1,23-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The 12% growth in the first quarter - followed by 9% growth last quarter - has...
GenAI to trigger a spike in cybersecurity spend
Worldwide end user spending on information security is projected to total $212-billion in 2025 - an increase of 15,1% from 2024 - according to a new forecast from Gartner which says that this year's spend is estimated to reach $183,9-billion. "The continued heightened...
Global tablet demand remains flat
The global demand for tablets is far from where it was just a few years ago. Although all IT devices - including PCs, tablets, and mobile phones - have been hit hard by a massive $200-billion consumer spending drop in the past three years, tablets are still trailing...
AI, cybersecurity taking centre stage among corporates
Global business sentiment witnessed a marginal improvement of 0,2% YoY during the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 and, while the technology, travel and tourism, and insurance sectors benefited from artificial intelligence (AI) driven innovations, challenges persisted in...
Hybrid working reduces holiday childcare stress
A study of over 1 000 working parents by International Workplace Group found that 61% said school holidays are stressful due to juggling childcare and work commitments. In contrast, 63% have their working life impacted by family routine during the holidays. This, in...
Bitcoin dominance ratio hits highest share since 2021
Despite significant price swings and fluctuations seen in April, June and the first weeks of August, Bitcoin's value has still jumped by roughly 51% year-to-date - adding nearly $450-billion to its market cap. Bitcoin's impressive performance and a double-digit price...
Remain vigilant! Banking scams are on the increase
As the countdown starts towards end of year festivities and that hard-earned holiday, the Southern African Fraud Prevention Services (SAFPS) is urging consumers to be vigilant - this time of the year is also peak season for fraudsters and scammers as they target...
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Nestlé, Nomanini, Standard Bank empower informal traders
Informal retail micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across the Eastern and southern Africa Region (ESAR) are set to receive a technological and operational boost for their businesses, thanks to Nestlé, Nomanini and Standard Bank. Bruno Olierhoek,...
AI in radiology could to alleviate patient backlogs after Covid
Due to a chronic shortage of imaging equipment and skilled radiologists, hospitals have been plagued with a growing patient backlog for years. The sudden spread of Covid-19 in early 2020 has considerably exacerbated the issue as it forced the closure of...
The real value of IoT is transformative innovation
The Internet of Things (IoT) is more than the sum of its interconnected parts. The vast swathes of sensors and software and systems that pull together insights and information and allow for industry and innovation. IoT is also far more than the media hype that has...
Challenges in creating new value from data
Economic pressures compounded by the pandemic mean business leaders are fighting for relevancy - and it is the CIO who holds the key. That's because today, an organisation's competitive advantage is directly determined by how rapidly it turns data into the meaningful...
How to efficiently respond to a cybersecurity breach
In 2020, the world experienced multiple high-profile cybersecurity breaches across sectors, exposing the personal information of millions. In the face of ever-evolving cybercrime as the world moves towards digital-first infrastructure, it begs the question: what are...
HR professionals: be aware, and stay relevant
The Covid-19 pandemic caused major shifts in the way we work and do business, forcing payroll and HR leaders to rethink workforce planning, management, and to develop strategies to handle the future of work. The pandemic disrupted companies across the board and led...
Silicon Sky wins Infinidat 2020 Partner of the Year award
Infinidat has recently awarded Silicon Sky the accolade of '2020 Reseller of the Year', honouring the company for its revenue achievements in the local market. Silicon Sky is a specialist in IT infrastructure services including storage, security, backup and Disaster...
1touch.io touches down in SA
Itouch.io, provider of the Inventa AI-based sustainable data discovery and management platform for privacy, security, and governance, has signed up Corr-Serve, a pan-African distributor of security, performance, and governance solutions, strategic value-added...
SilverBridge, HealthCloud deliver AI-driven health insights
SilverBridge and HealthCloud have partnered to provide insurers with a solution that intelligently automates the insurance underwriting process by securely integrating health data and medical records to assess the risk of onboarding individual customers. "Healthcare...
HR is changing: so should your HR technology
More than half (55%) of South African business leaders surveyed for Deloitte's Human Capital Trends 2020 report agree that increasing new capabilities such as digital fluency and analytics is one of the biggest changes HR should make to maximise its impact in the next...
Junior JavaScript Developer (ITC-26)
We are seeking a motivated Junior JavaScript Developer with a passion for full-stack development and a willingness to grow in a dynamic financial services environment. The successful candidate will contribute to front-end and integration development, while learning...
Intermediate Java Developer (ITC-21)
We are looking for a highly skilled Intermediate Java Developer to join a dynamic team working on robust, scalable solutions in a financial services environment. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of modern Java development, integration technologies,...
Tester (Intermediate) (ITC-50)
We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Tester to join our team on a contract basis. With 5–8 years of hands-on QA experience, the ideal candidate will bring strong test design and execution skills across manual and automated environments, and a solid understanding...
Senior Frontend Developer (ITC-16) – Gauteng Centurion
Our esteemed client in Centurion is urgently looking for a Senior Front-End Developer for a 3-year hybrid contract Position:Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelopment of responsive applications using Angular front-end framework. Integration experience into 3rd party...
Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Source, gather, scope and map of statistical and visual/spatial information to respond to the operational data needs of the organisation. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data Engagement and Requirements Analysis • Engage with business teams to understand project...
DevOps Engineer – Western Cape Claremont
My client based in Durbanville (Claremont) is currently looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Deploying, automating, maintaining, monitoring and managing Rocketseed production systems, to ensure the...
Junior JavaScript Developer (ITC-26) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a motivated Junior JavaScript Developer with a passion for full-stack development and a willingness to grow in a dynamic financial services environment. The successful candidate will contribute to front-end and integration development, while learning...
Intermediate Java Developer (ITC-21) – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for a highly skilled Intermediate Java Developer to join a dynamic team working on robust, scalable solutions in a financial services environment. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of modern Java development, integration technologies,...
Tester (Intermediate) (ITC-50) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Tester to join our team on a contract basis. With 5–8 years of hands-on QA experience, the ideal candidate will bring strong test design and execution skills across manual and automated environments, and a solid understanding...
Senior Technical Test Analyst
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Technical Test Analyst with a minimum of 8 years' experience in quality assurance and software testing. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions by bridging...
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