At 160, the ITU is still relevant
This year's World Telecommunication and Information Society Day holds special significance with the 160th anniversary of the International Telecommunication Union. This is the word from ITU secretary-general Doreen Bogdan-Martin, who released this statement on World...
Reflex signs up Nokia to expand broadband reach
Reflex will deploy Nokia’s Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) solution to modernise and scale its network, enabling faster onboarding of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and delivering a better broadband experience for South African businesses and communities. Reflex...
Singularity SA returns in physical format
Singularity South Africa has announced the plans for the upcoming Summit, returning in physical format this year, in collaboration with Old Mutual. With more than 1 500 delegates expected, the summit will take place on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 October 2024 at the...
SA consumers more discerning in seeking ‘bang for their buck’
South African consumers spent R112-billion in the first quarter of 2024 - a YoY increase of R7,7-billion (7,3%) - with ambient foods (including rice, sugar, and UHT milk), soft drinks, beer and frozen meat among the most significant contributors to this growth. This...
CFOs must treat cybersecurity as a business decision
With more executives identifying security as critical for enterprise revenue growth, the CFO needs to be comfortable handling cybersecurity investments that provide defensible performance and outcomes to business stakeholders, says Gartner. Paul Proctor, distinguished...
Intel’s Lunar Lake processors set for Q3 delivery
Starting Q3 2024 in time for the holiday season, Intel's upcoming client processors (code-named Lunar Lake) will power more than 80 new laptop designs across more than 20 original equipment manufacturers, delivering AI performance at a global scale for Copilot+ PCs....
Public cloud spending spurred on by GenAI
Worldwide end user spending on public cloud services is forecast to grow 20,4% to total $675,4-billion in 2024 - up from $561-billion in 2023 - according to the latest forecast from Gartner which says this growth is being driven by generative AI (GenAI) and...
Tarsus to distribute alternative virtualisation solution
Tarsus Distribution has partnered with Scale Computing, which offers edge computing, virtualisation, and hyper-converged solutions via its SC//Platform while simultaneously expanding its technology offerings to its channel partner network. "Our new partnership with...
New malware steals passwords under the guise of AI
A new ongoing malware campaign that exploits the growing popularity of AI tools by disguising itself as an AI voice generator has been discovered by Kaspersky. The malware uses GitHub to store password-protected archives as the final payload. This payload contains...
Apple trails in AI patents; Google leads with 870
Big tech firms are scooping up most of the AI patent rights - but Apple is falling behind its counterparts with a notable gap. According to Stocklytics.com, Apple pegged 142 patents to its name in 2023, less than a quarter of Google's total patents. The site's...
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What does 5G mean for SA?
5G has certainly been a hot topic during the Covid pandemic – and not always for the right reasons. Network Configurations (Netconfig) technical director Wayne Erradu explains that on one hand it has been seen as a blessing as the blistering speeds have allowed...
The role of chatbots in an uncertain society
From single-purpose programmes that respond to common consumer queries to advanced digital assistants that evolve as they process information, chatbots – or conversational agents – are becoming increasingly popular and utilised by businesses to deliver proactive and...
Securing logistics operations in a data-first world
Have you noticed any changes in how courier packages are delivered? Electronic signature pads accompany more and more of the deliveries. Delivery employees tap away on apps on their phones, telling them where to go next. Even the simple act of finding your location is...
App helps reduce queues at beauty and hair salons
The Fleeker platform, founded by four University of Cape Town (UCT) students, allows users to schedule appointments with hairstylists, barbers, make-up artists and nail technicians - and beat the long in-salon queues with the click of a button. Asonele Gevenga, UCT...
Logistics, warehousing will Africa to pull through the pandemic
The next period is set to be very challenging for the commercial real estate industry across Africa as Covid-19 takes its toll on the economy. However, according to Tim White of pan-African construction solutions company Profica, logistics and warehousing have strong...
Huawei partners with SovTech
Huawei has enlisted the services of SovTech, a custom software development company to assist with refiguring the core services of some of South Africa's most used mobile apps to be able to function on its Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) ecosystem. The partnership which...
TeleMasters Holdings acquires 25% shareholding in ConexLink
JSE-listed TeleMasters Holdings (TLM), a licenced communication service provider, has announced the acquisition of a 25% stake in data centre specialist ConexLink, effective 1 June. ConexLink, a new carrier neutral and vendor neutral facility outside Pretoria, brings...
A total approach needed for home cyber security
Capitalising on the anxieties and fears caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the past several months have seen cybercriminals increasingly target home networks to steal personal data. By Ryan McGee, head of security solutions at Vox International research shows that there...
IBM, SAP partner on the Intelligent Enterprise
IBM and SAP SE have announced their partnership's next evolution, with plans to develop several new offerings designed to create a more predictable journey for businesses to become data-driven intelligent enterprises. Over 400 businesses have modernized their...
Yaskawa names new MD for southern Africa
The southern African arm of industrial robotics company Yaskawa , has appointed national sales manager Andrew Crackett to head up operations in the role of MD as of 1 June 2020. He will be taking up the reins from previous MD, Kurt Rosenberg, who moves to Yaskawa in...
Senior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
Join a major player in finance, where innovation thrives, Building robust systems to power financial lives. Expert in Java, Linux, and mainframe tech, With RPG & WebSphere, you'll keep systems in check!Required Experience 10+ years' experience in designing and...
Field Technician
Our client is looking for a skilled Field Technician to provide hands-on technical support and installations across various environments. This role requires strong communication skills to provide feedback to customers, as well as expertise in network cabling,...
C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist (1430) KG
WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES?Development of backend and frontend user stories. Actively take part in all regular Scrum ceremonies Contribute to refinement of user stories (user stories at the beginning of a development sprint might not be fully...
IT Learnership Program
Job Title: IT Learnership ProgramLocation: Fourways, JohannesburgContract type: 12-Month Fixed-Term LearnershipHybrid Are you a young, ambitious individual with a passion for technology, software development, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)? We are offering an...
SAP ABAP Developer – 2318
Fastest and most advanced IT company in SA is looking for a SAP ABAP Developer to join their dynamic teamMy client is looking for a seasoned SAP ABAP DeveloperIf you have the below requirements please submit your cv to [Email Address Removed]Essential...
Field Technician – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our client is looking for a skilled Field Technician to provide hands-on technical support and installations across various environments. This role requires strong communication skills to provide feedback to customers, as well as expertise in network cabling,...
C# Developer and Azure Cloud Specialist (1430) KG – Gauteng Midrand
WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES?Development of backend and frontend user stories. Actively take part in all regular Scrum ceremonies Contribute to refinement of user stories (user stories at the beginning of a development sprint might not be fully...
IT Learnership Program – Gauteng Fourways
Job Title: IT Learnership ProgramLocation: Fourways, JohannesburgContract type: 12-Month Fixed-Term LearnershipHybrid Are you a young, ambitious individual with a passion for technology, software development, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA)? We are offering an...
SAP ABAP Developer – 2318 – Gauteng Centurion
Fastest and most advanced IT company in SA is looking for a SAP ABAP Developer to join their dynamic teamMy client is looking for a seasoned SAP ABAP DeveloperIf you have the below requirements please submit your cv to [Email Address Removed]Essential...
Senior Business Analyst
Transforming data into actionable insights for sustainable success.We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join our, focusing on Fund Operations and reporting as well as Corporate Administration. This role plays a critical part in shaping and optimising our...
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