Herotel brings Amazon’s Leo satellite services to SA

Kathy Gibson reports – Herotel has signed a distribution agreement with Amazon to bring its Leo Constellation satellite service to South Africa. Set to go live in 2027, South Africa will be among one of the first countries in the world to connect to the low earth...

Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

The impact of AI on digital transformation

Reaffirming its commitment to advancing Africa’s digital transformation through artificial intelligence (AI), Google has highlighted the impact of its AI tools on the local innovation and business landscape at the AI in Action event in Cape Town. Held under the theme...

Why most South Africans can’t afford a home

Only one formal house exists per 3,3 families who earn less than R26 000 a month – this accounts for more than 80% of South African households – and the trend is worsening, according to Lightstone. In its June 2025 Property Newsletter, the automotive and property...

APIs, co-operation crucial for wholesale telecoms

Data volumes continue to grow at an exponential rate, driven by the continuing thirst for cloud services and hosted video content, and turbocharged by the rise in AI services. This growth should be positive news for telcos who own networks, especially in the wholesale...

Cost-effective WiFi 7 to drive adoption

Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenues are expected to drop 13% in 2024, with lower prices exacerbating depressed demand, according to a Dell'Oro Group report. Meanwhile, vendors sensitive to eroding prices are cutting back on some functions of their WiFi 7 APs, and this is...

Steady growth ahead for cellular IoT antenna market

Annual shipments of cellular IoT antennas, including internal and external antennas, amounted to 598-million units in 2023. Until 2028, cellular IoT antenna shipments are forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14,9% to reach 1,2-billion at the...

All systems go for BMCS system, says ACSA

ACSA Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has noted media reports on the delays in processing passengers at King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) linking these to the biometric and digital identity technology. The organisation has issued a statement, confirming that...

Intel to cut 15 000 jobs in $10bn cost-cutting plan

Intel will cut about 15 000 jobs – 15% of the workforce - as part of its plan to reduce costs by about $10-billion. CEO Pat Gelsinger made the announcement after the company’s earnings call yesterday, adding that the extensive cost-cutting will take place in the...

NASA in quantum memory first

Researchers have developed technology that will store information within a cloud of atoms. Together with Infleqtion, researchers at NASA’s Glenn Research Centre have produced NASA’s first-ever quantum memory. This technology is NASA’s first step in creating a...

Oracle expands AI offerings with new Nvidia GPU

Enterprises are rapidly adopting generative AI (GenAI), large language models (LLMs), advanced graphics, and digital twins to increase operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and drive innovation. However, to adopt these technologies effectively, enterprises need...

Cassava spins out separate AI business unit

Systems integrator Cassava Technologies, which specialises in emerging markets, has announced that all its AI activities will now operate as a separate business unit - Cassava AI. Since the advent of Generative AI (GenAI), Cassava says it has forged strategic...

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Datacentrix is Veeam’s top African subscription reseller

Datacentrix has been selected as the Subscription Reseller Partner of 2019 in Africa by Veeam Software. The annual awards recognise Africa's Veeam Value-Added Resellers (VVARs) and Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partners who have not only demonstrated...

The customer is always fast

The Microsoft Global State of Multichannel Customer Service Report underscored the value of resolving customer issues at speed and the importance of equipping contact centre staff with the right knowledge. This customer demand is dictating the rise in real-time...

How employers can help stressed staff

If your organisation has staff who are financially stressed, you are losing out on productive working time. In fact, as many as half of all financially stressed employees spend three hours or more at work each week thinking about or dealing with personal financial...

Salesforce adds AI to field service

Salesforce has launched the next generation of Salesforce Field Service, equipping teams across industries with AI-powered tools to deliver trusted, mission-critical field service. By Mark Cattini, senior vice-president: field service management at Salesforce...

Data protection compliance portal launched for direct marketers

Members of the Direct Marketing Association of SA (DMASA) now have access to a handy online tool-kit that assesses their compliance with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act in minutes. By clicking on https://dmasacomplianceportal.org/DMASA and answering...

Partnership culminates in RIB CCS rebrand

Construction Computer Software (CCS) is taking on a new identity as RIB CCS. This is after the company's recent partnership and 100% acquisition by building and construction industry software multinational RIB Software. Andrew Skudder, CEO of RIB CCS, says the...

SA firm provides communication platform for UK’s NHS

Following local application in the healthcare sector, for Covid-19 patient care among others, a South African health technology company Healthcent (Signapps) has won a prestigious contract with Britain's National Health Services (NHS). In terms of the contract,...

Blue Label startup offers device rentals

With reduced company revenues on account of South Africa's extended lockdown, businesses are focusing on saving costs and rethinking the relationship with their equipment. Leasing, rather than buying, essential hardware offers a quick solution for cash-strapped...

Giving payroll ‘legs’ with a true SaaS solution

Although most organisations view payroll primarily as a way to remain compliant, calculate accurate net pay and pay employees in time, in reality, it goes way beyond these functions. The pace of change today, particularly when it comes to technology, is enabling...

Online scams capitalise on job losses, pandemic disruption

Scammers worldwide have been exploiting people's fears of lost jobs and income during the Covid-19 lockdown, by using phishing mails, fake websites and social media to extract personal information, spread malicious software or defraud unsuspecting victims. By Anna...

SAP CRM Technical Consultant / Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

One of our clients is looking for SAP Technical CRM, minimum 5 years' experience, Tertiary qualification in the ICT space and SAP certified consultants. 12 months contract in PTA CBD and hybrid. Key Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP CRM development and...

Systems Analyst at Talent on Tap

Position Overview:We are looking for a Systems Analyst with a background in mining and/or engineering to help drive the ongoing implementation and improvement of our internal operational and software systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working...

Business Analyst

Our client is eagerly seeking a BA will be required to conduct the task of understanding business change needs, assessing the business impact of those changes, capturing, analysing, and documenting requirements. Key Requirements Degree B Eng (Industrial)6+ years of...

Systems Analyst at Talent on Tap – Gauteng Rosebank

Position Overview:We are looking for a Systems Analyst with a background in mining and/or engineering to help drive the ongoing implementation and improvement of our internal operational and software systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working...

Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is eagerly seeking a BA will be required to conduct the task of understanding business change needs, assessing the business impact of those changes, capturing, analysing, and documenting requirements. Key Requirements Degree B Eng (Industrial)6+ years of...

Junior Network Engineer (Level 1 Managed Services)

Able to troubleshoot networking issues, and assist in the resolution and implementation of network solutions, end-user issues, and supported applications in a fast-paced environment. ** Please note this is an office-based (not hybrid) position for an international...

Finance System Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Exciting Opportunity: Finance Systems Analyst (6 Month Contract) - Join a Leading Financial Services Group in SA!Are you a numbers guru with a tech-savvy edge? Our client, a top Financial Services Group in South Africa, is on the lookout for a skilled Finance Systems...

Senior Data Scientist (CPT) – Western Cape Bellville

ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the Cape Town Division of a dynamic Financial Services provider seeking the expertise of a Senior Data Scientist who will be responsible for implementing and managing analytical projects at various public sector or private sector entities. This...

Software Developer (Python, Django) (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge FinTech company has an exciting position for a go-getter & highly driven Software Developer to join its Joburg team. Your core role will be to participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design,...

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