PayShap ecosystem expands with new partnerships
The PayShap community is expanding through collaborative efforts between participating banks and new partners like fintechs, mobile network operators and retailers. “Since its inception, PayShap’s success has reflected a shared commitment to innovation and...
Job applicants don’t trust AI evaluations
Only one-quarter (26%) of job candidates trust AI will fairly evaluate them, even though just over half of candidates (52%) believe AI screens their application information, according to a survey by Gartner. A 1Q25 Gartner survey of 2 918 job candidates found that 32%...
Users are contradictory when it comes to digital privacy
A new study by Kaspersky - Excitement, Superstition and great Insecurity - How global Consumers engage with the Digital World - discloses controversial views among users regarding the protection of their personal information. For instance, 44% of respondents in South...
New app transforms how law students engage with legislative process
A gaming app called "Pass a Bill", which is intended to change the way law students interact with the legislative process, is being spearheaded by Associate Professor Cathleen Powell of the University of Cape Town (UCT) and is currently accessible to undergraduate...
SA talent willing to embrace reskilling amid GenAI advances
Three-quarters of workers around the world believe GenAI will bring some level of disruption to the workplace but, despite uncertain times, they remain confident about their place in the labour market - with more than 90% of South Africans ready to be reskilled. These...
Meta grants look to empower AI-driven organisations
Continuing its commitment to supporting innovative use cases of open-source AI to address critical global challenges, Meta has launched Llama 3.1 Impact Grants. Building on the success of previous grant programmes, the Llama 3.1 Impact Grants will provide up to...
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
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - Artificial intelligence (AI) must be built on a solid foundation that includes cloud, servers, storage and networking. Matamela Aubrey Mashau, chief technology officer: sub-Saharan Africa enterprise network...
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Western Digital adds ArmorLock platform
Western Digital has introduced the ArmorLock Security Platform, designed to help with the diverse security demands of data-centric and content-critical storage use cases in industries as varied as finance, government, healthcare, IT enterprise, legal, and media and...
Staff repurposing as a response to Covid-19
Covid-19 has had a devastating impact on life in South Africa. Previously financially safe companies - large and small alike - have had to face heart-wrenching decisions that have put more people than ever into unemployment, exacerbating an already fragile economy and...
Pivotal Data partners with Infobip
Infobip has signed up Pivotal Data under its Partner Connect Programme. Pivotal Data has integrated Infobip's WhatsApp Business API and SMS solutions into its contact centre and Customer Experience (CX) offerings. The company is a specialist provider of contact...
Africa and the shift to cloud
There's been a definite shift around the discussion about the cloud in Africa. Businesses now accept that the future of organising, processing and presenting their data is in the cloud, writes Patrick Ndegwa, business sales lead for Seacom East Africa. And, with...
SASE vision must extend beyond cloud
The emerging secure access service edge (SASE) model for cyber security which is now gaining traction, needs to extend beyond cloud delivery to meet future needs. This is according to Patrick Grillo, senior director: solutions marketing at Fortinet, was addressing the...
Emerging SaaS trends your business needs to know about
In the past few months, businesses around the world have embraced cloud technology to pivot and survive. By Andrew Bourne, region manager: Africa at Zoho Corporation Cloud-based apps allow businesses to continue their operations remotely. However, if you have chosen...
Healthcare must prepare for the next wave of cyberattacks
While healthcare providers must accelerate their digital health maturity as it directly improves operational efficiencies, quality of patient care and improves protection of personal and sensitive information, it also provides a greater platform and risk for...
Protect data, maintain governance as AI takes off
To streamline processes, maximise resources and optimise data usage in the business, backup and disaster recovery (DR) processes now include machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) functionality. By Hemant Harie, MD at Gabsten Technologies Operational...
Platform modernisation key for retail growth
Retailers are transforming their digital capabilities to attract new customers and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. By Kirtan Sita, MD of the technology business at Accenture in Africa The global pandemic has shown us the importance of being able to...
FNB halves carbon footprint in branches
FNB has reduced carbon (Co2) footprint in its branches by nearly 50% over a period of five years. This is after the adoption of carbon-cutting measures to drive energy efficiency across a network of over 600 branches in South Africa. FNB's energy efficiency measures...
Feature Analyst
Cape Town only - immediately available Role Requirements: Our client in the financial services industry in Cape Town is looking for a Feature Analyst. On a 6 months contract. In order to qualify for this position you must have proven experience as a feature analyst.A...
Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
As a Senior / Intermediate Full Stack Developer, you will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing our client's next-generation Community Management System (CMS). Your responsibilities will span across frontend and backend development, contributing...
Feature Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Cape Town only - immediately available Role Requirements: Our client in the financial services industry in Cape Town is looking for a Feature Analyst. On a 6 months contract. In order to qualify for this position you must have proven experience as a feature analyst.A...
Junior Business Analyst
Business AnalystAccelerate Your Career and level up if you want with AI and Machine learning!R 420,000 - R 485,000 per annumJoin a forward-thinking freight forwarding company with a global network of problem-solvers. A mover and shaker that offers innovative...
Oracle Developer at QES
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Oracle PL / SQL Developer to join them on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Provide Technical Guidance and SupportOffer expertise and support to the product team, assisting with...
Junior Business Analyst – Gauteng Gauteng
Business AnalystAccelerate Your Career and level up if you want with AI and Machine learning!R 420,000 - R 485,000 per annumJoin a forward-thinking freight forwarding company with a global network of problem-solvers. A mover and shaker that offers innovative...
Oracle Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Oracle PL / SQL Developer to join them on a contract basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Provide Technical Guidance and SupportOffer expertise and support to the product team, assisting with...
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER – PYTHON-DJANGO NOT NEGOTIABLE
THE POSITION IS OPEN TO THE JOHANNESBURG REGION A cutting-edge web-based application that gives companies all the tools to manage their share incentive plans. Our client has an exciting position for a go-getter and highly-motivated individual who is a self-starter and...
Senior Developer (Front Arena Principal Engineer)
A leading force in the Financial and Banking sector is offering a permanent opportunity for a Front Arena Principal Engineer to join their growing team.This role presents a fantastic pathway toward a Head of Development position.The ideal candidate will provide...
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER – PYTHON-DJANGO NOT NEGOTIABLE – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
THE POSITION IS OPEN TO THE JOHANNESBURG REGION A cutting-edge web-based application that gives companies all the tools to manage their share incentive plans. Our client has an exciting position for a go-getter and highly-motivated individual who is a self-starter and...
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