AI helps design superdrugs to kill drug-resistant bacteria
With help from artificial intelligence (AI), MIT researchers have designed novel antibiotics that can combat two hard-to-treat infections: drug-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae and multi-drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Using generative AI algorithms, the...
SA’s growing cyber risk can’t be managed by firewalls alone
Recent cyberattacks on major airlines, mining companies, and government departments have exposed just how vulnerable even South Africa’s most established institutions are and reinforces the reality that cybercrime is no longer simply a hypothetical risk....
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...
Government commits to SDG alignment
Kathy Gibson reports – Government is taking the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) seriously, aligning the National Development Plan (NDP) and the Medium-Term Development Plan to the SDGs. The soon-to-be-released Medium-Term Development Plan will outline...
SA lags on SDGs, but private sector makes progress
Kathy Gibson reports - The private sector is making progress on attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), but there are still some significant challenges to overcome. Overall, South Africa has achieved just 17% of its goals, so there is still a tremendously...
Digitalisation a double-edged sword
Kathy Gibson reports - South Africa needs to keep up with global digitalisation, but the increased use of technology brings some serious challenges that need to be addressed. This is one of the conclusions from the 2024 Voluntary National Review on the Sustainable...
Executive confidence in IT wanes
IT leaders are preparing their organisations for accelerated generative AI adoption - but C-suite executives' confidence in their IT team's ability to deliver basic services is declining. A new IBM Institute for Business Value study of 2 500 of C-level technology...
The emerging technologies to watch out for
The 25 disruptive technologies to watch on the latest Gartner Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2024 fall into four key areas: autonomous AI; developer productivity; total experience; and human-centric security and privacy programmes. "Generative AI (GenAI) is...
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Acronis plans to train one million people by 2022
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Liquid Telecom Group, Africa Data Centres partner with Jarrett Appleby
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Kyle Hauptfleisch appointed as Basalt Technology MD
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Rectron offers WANdisco’s enhanced cloud service
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Intelligent storage key to unlocking agility
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Vox, Protea Glen College equip disabled students with IT skills
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Thumbs up: you’re hired
Think that the use of a specific emoji colour is fine? Think that a black smiley used by a white person is acceptable? Think that sending an image of an eggplant is perfectly normal? The courts in countries like the US and France say no, and it's very likely that...
Your digital footprint leaves clues behind
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IoT Security Foundation launches vulnerability disclosure platform
An online platform designed to help IoT vendors receive, assess, manage and mitigate vulnerability reports has been launched by the IoT Security Foundation (IoTSF). VulnerableThings.com aims to simplify the reporting and management of vulnerabilities whilst helping...
Intermediate Mobile Developer (ITC-27)
We are looking for an experienced Mobile Developer with strong Flutter skills and a solid understanding of mobile application integration. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of both standalone and integrated mobile applications within a...
Python Developer
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer to join their development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and high-performance backend systems. You will play a key role in...
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Test Analyst – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for a meticulous and driven Test Analyst to join our team and contribute to the delivery of robust, high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing comprehensive testing strategies, both manual and...
Test Analyst (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Technology Consultant – JHB West Rand – Gauteng Johannesburg
Leading medical supplier requires an Technology Consultant for the Johannesburg West Rand Area.Develop & understand how to maintain and develop current business and seeking new business.Sales and Marketing of all products in the designated range.Attending theatre...
Intermediate Mobile Developer (ITC-27) – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for an experienced Mobile Developer with strong Flutter skills and a solid understanding of mobile application integration. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of both standalone and integrated mobile applications within a...
Python Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
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