You can no longer believe everything you hear …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape in South Africa, unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing customer experiences across sectors. But while much of the focus has been on the benefits, we must not ignore the risks, writes Nic Laschinger,...
Webb finds new evidence for planet around closest solar twin
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to our own Sun. At just 4 light-years away from Earth, the Alpha Centauri triple star system has long been a...
Agriculture, government, SMMEs under increasing cyberattack
In Africa, the agriculture, forestry and fishing sectors, followed by government services, industries most targeted by cyberattacks, with small and medium businesses bearing the brunt of attacks. This is among the findings of Mimecast's Global Threat Intelligence...
Search trends show Saffers are keen on AI skills
Search interest in "AI" has reached a record high around the world and in South Africa, where searches have more than doubled (+120%) since the same period last year. Searches in South Africa for "what is AI" also increased by 20%, while searches for "how to use AI"...
July was a better month for salaries
The average nominal take-home pay measured in the BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) improved significantly in July amid the better business environment and recovering confidence levels. Despite the positive outcome, the persisting unemployment crisis still...
July winners of the JSE Investment Challenge
How do you marry the safeguarding of animal health and welfare with being savvy with investments in Africa's largest stock exchange? For University of Pretoria Veterinary Science students Esti Louw and Nicole Venter, it's a blend of managing emotions and incorporating...
The prickly issue of ethics and AI
Kathy Gibson reports - Ethics in artificial intelligence (AI) has been a long-running debate, but it is certainly not a new issue in the technology industry. “The question of ethics has been around for decades, in different technology formats,” says Ahmed Mahomed, CEO...
AI a challenge and an opportunity for education
Kathy Gibson reports – Artificial intelligence (AI) has a big role to play in improving the administration of education. Busi Matube, senior director of ICT and chief digital officer of CUT Free State, says AI helps the university to do predictive analysis from the...
Tech key to gender inclusivity
Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei has launched its Women in Tech Digital Skills Training program for 2024, which aims to empower women entrepreneurs or those working in various vertical markets to effectively leverage technologies like 5G and AI. “Our vision is to have a...
Hybrid work model can quell ‘quiet quitting’
Employers who micromanage their team's working patterns and locations risk losing top-tier talent to "quiet quitting", according to a new study from International Workplace Group. "Quiet quitting" is a workplace term used to describe employees who do only the bare...
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The CFO holds the key to a successful cloud migration
A recent Forbes survey found that around 70% of digital transformation projects failed to reach their goals, largely due to a lack of cross-functional teams and little involvement from the finance department. By Niël Malan, managing partner at Tangent Solutions The...
Headphone technology has transformed the way we work and play
Despite the numerous changes that society has undergone, like swapping traditional office settings for lounges and bedrooms, some things have stayed the same. By Takakiyo Fujita, MD of Sony Middle East and Africa For instance, it's likely that a pair of headphones are...
Make your home cyber safe for children
The Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) says October is the ideal time for parents to turn their attention to making the home a cyber-safe stronghold. This month, countries across the world including South Africa are marking Cybersecurity Awareness...
Businesses urged to be vigilant against email scams
With the lockdown leading to business being run almost exclusively on email, fraudsters are increasingly using email-based scams to catch unsuspecting businesses off-guard. "One of the most common email scams that businesses fall victim to is Business Email Compromise...
SA web users can take action against cyber-fraud
Statistics South Africa says almost two-thirds of South African households now have at least one person who accesses the Internet. Add this to the fact that October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month in many countries, including SA, and it's clear web users are ready...
Sophos announces new sales leadership for EMEA
Kevin Isaac has joined Sophos as senior vice president of sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). "Kevin is a strategic addition to the Sophos senior leadership team, and his decades of expertise will be pivotal in helping partners evolve their security...
Philip Truter is SARS’ ‘orange jumpsuit’ example
The VBS Mutual Bank case gained massive momentum when state witness, Philip Truter, was sentenced on 7 October 2020 to an effective seven years in prison. By Roxanna Naidoo, admitted attorney at Tax Consulting SA Truter pleaded guilty to racketeering, fraud,...
Rectron partners with Desco to fight e-waste
E-waste is one of the fastest growing waste streams in the world. According to research conducted by the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR), globally generated e-waste will reach some 53.9 million tonnes by 2025. International E-Waste Day, which was introduced in...
First Distribution awarded Impro distribution for Africa
First Distribution has been awarded the Impro range of products for physical access control. Impro Technologies is one of the latest products to be distributed by First Distribution Digital Security and IoT division. Impro is a proudly South Africa product and leader...
Now is the time to maximise e-wallet growth
Covid has fast tracked both consumer and business digital adoption and the growth in e-wallets has been well documented. However, making the most of this conversion to digital payments depends on vendors thinking big and building sticky, says South African payment...
Senior Full-Stack Java Developer (ITC-19)
A leading organisation in the financial services sector is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Java Developer with extensive experience in enterprise Java development, integration of legacy systems, and modern application frameworks. The successful candidate will be...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Gauteng
Full Stack Java DeveloperRevolutionize your career with cutting-edge tech for a biometrics system!Join a forward-thinking technology solutions company specializing in advanced analytics, big data, AI, and more. As a Full Stack Java Developer, you will play a key role...
PHP Developer at QES – Western Cape Claremont
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a PHP / Rust Developer to join them on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Build efficient, testable, and reusable Rust modulesSolve complex performance problems and architectural challengesEnsure code...
Feature/Business Analyst
A leading enterprise operating within a regulated, client-centric sector is seeking experienced Feature / Business Analysts to join high-performing Agile product teams. The environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and committed to driving innovation across digital and...
BI Business Analyst
Use your data expertise to bridge business and technology, delivering insights that drive strategic decisions in the financial sector. Is this you? You're a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You thrive on...
Feature/Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
A leading enterprise operating within a regulated, client-centric sector is seeking experienced Feature / Business Analysts to join high-performing Agile product teams. The environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and committed to driving innovation across digital and...
BI Business Analyst – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Use your data expertise to bridge business and technology, delivering insights that drive strategic decisions in the financial sector. Is this you? You're a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You thrive on...
IT Technician (CPT Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical and ambitious IT Technician is sought by a dynamic Property Management company whose core role will be to provide IT support to users by fulfilling requests raised through the IT ticketing system and troubleshooting issues. You will also...
Senior Qlik Sense Cloud Developer (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is seeking a Senior Qlik Sense Cloud Developer to join their dynamic consulting team and deliver impactful insights for a high-growth SaaS company in the U.S. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with the CEO and technical lead to build...
IT Technician (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical and ambitious IT Technician is sought by a dynamic Property Management company whose core role will be to provide IT support to users by fulfilling requests raised through the IT ticketing system and troubleshooting issues. You will also...
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