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APT41 group launches regional espionage attack
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Users are contradictory when it comes to digital privacy
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SA talent willing to embrace reskilling amid GenAI advances
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Meta grants look to empower AI-driven organisations
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AI at the edge makes work smarter
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - AI is changing the way we work, learn and create - indeed, it is changing the way we live our lives. That's the word from Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP SA, who believes the industry is on the cusp of massive...
Windows 11 adds AI as Windows 10 support ends
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - Artificial intelligence (AI) can be overwhelming, so organisations should sometimes take a step back and look at specific areas. John Press, sales and marketing manager at Microsoft, believes we are at an...
A layered AI approach yields dividends
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - AI is not a silver bullet for all applications - it is a layered approach and there are many nuances to the technology. This is the word from JP De Villiers, brand lead of SuperMicro, who believes AI technology...
Infrastructure at the core of AI success
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Yoco launches standalone card machine
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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Business Analyst to join our growing team. In this role, you'll work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver practical, process-driven solutions aligned with business needs. You'll play a pivotal...
Senior Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Systems analyst who will play a key role in the documentation, development, installation, testing, and maintenance of software systems, including integration-related projects. Key Requirements BA Industrial Engineering or...
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The Fleet Data Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing data analyses and data collection strategies to optimize the statistical efficiency and quality of the Fleet Department. Utilizing Power BI and other systems, analysts will transform data into...
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