Webb scratches under Cat’s Paw Nebula for third anniversary
To mark its third year of highly productive science, astronomers used the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope to scratch beyond the surface of the Cat’s Paw Nebula (NGC 6334), a massive, local star-forming region. Webb’s NIRCam instrument was used to look at this...
Disused coal mines could become sites of job creation
South Africa’s abandoned coal mines – often regarded as environmental hazards – could have hidden potential to promote sustainable jobs, economic diversity and community resilience in the context of the Just Energy Transition (JET). This insight comes from an analysis...
Webb captures celestial fireworks around a forming star
The cosmos seems to come alive with a crackling explosion of pyrotechnics in this new image from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. Taken with Webb's MIRI (Mid-Infrared Instrument), this fiery hourglass marks the scene of a very young object in the process of becoming...
Collaboration, tech key to SME growth
Growing a business in tough economic times is no easy feat. For small businesses in South Africa specifically, socio-economic factors are further compounded by issues of political uncertainty, volatile global markets, rising operating costs, and the often lonely path...
Steady growth forecast for server market
The global server market size is estimated to reach $175,29-billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to the recent reports of Grand View Research. Continued advances in emerging technologies, such as AI,...
Overcome AI fears to drive business value
Many employees are being tasked with utilising artificial intelligence (AI) in their workflow, and they are growing increasingly concerned about the potential bias created by the technology or losing their jobs to it. In this Q&A interview, Duncan Harris, director...
How to win the loyalty of Gen Z shoppers
Generation Z, born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is moving into the workforce and becoming one of the most influential consumer demographics. Retailers will need to adjust their strategies if they are to remain relevant for this highly educated, socially...
LG hackathon open for entries
LG Electronics (LG) as issued a call for participants for its annual global webOS hackathon, with a focus this year on AI-based solutions and gaming services. Developers worldwide are invited to apply and submit their apps for a chance to win a significant monetary...
Partnering, AI can help combat insurance fraud
Partnering is vital for insurers to ensure they are able to effectively combat fraud. This is one of the messages to come out of the Insurance Crime Bureau (ICB) conference, held under the theme of "Breaking Barriers & Building Bridges for the Future". It saw more...
Microprocessor market on track for $196,5-billion by 2030
The global microprocessor market size is projected to reach $196,5-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Moreover, the global microprocessor market volume is projected to reach 3,9-billion units...
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A phased approach to advanced analytics
Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced analytics have become hot buzzwords in the business world. But for many business analysts and business owners they are nothing more than that - just words. By Leandra Webb-Ray, data scientist at...
Mama Money expands globally with Western Union
A rapidly growing local money transfer company Mama Money has joined forces with Western Union, enabling Mama Money customers to send money to their loved ones around the world via Western Union's Global Network. Mathieu Coquillon, co-founder of Mama Money, says:...
Deliver HR and payroll solutions in any conditions
Pandemic fatigue has become a very real phenomenon. From the organisation to the employee, everyone is tired of talking about the virus and managing the new ways of living and working that it demands. But that doesn't change the fact that organisations still have to...
Managing laboratory information during the pandemic
When the Centre for Proteomic & Genomic Research (CPGR) realised that there was an emergent testing shortfall for Covid-19 in March this year, the organisation sought to create a solution that would be suitable for rapid production and rollout in South Africa....
Risks and opportunities in the fintech world
Technological innovation in financial services is essential to staying in the game. But so is a considered approach to managing risk, writes Kevin Moodley and Christopher O'Flaherty from BDO South Africa. Fintech, regtech, wealthtech, proptech - it feels like every...
People, not technology, deliver digital transformation reality
Digital transformation has become an operational necessity. It is the roadmap to process, the journey to digitalisation success and the GPS coordinates the organisation needs to shift gears into the future. It is the step taken by public and private sector to invest...
Obsidian, Grape unite to secure corporate comms
Obsidian Systems has announced a partnership with integrated secure messenger Grape, to help South African businesses bolster their security. The alliance effectively adds a fresh layer of security and compliance within corporate communication, particularly...
HPE SA appoints new channel leads
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) South Africa has appointed Sandile Dube and Tumi Kgonare as its new sales and channel manager and distribution team Lead respectively. Before joining HPE South Africa, Dube was the sales head for Britehouse, a division of Dimension...
Home-grown tech firm takes on SNOW Adaptor
South Africa's Blue Pencil has been appointed sales and implementation partner of the ServiceNow (SNOW) Adaptor for Africa, the Middle East, Asia and the UK. The ServiceNow (SNOW) Adaptor, a software solution by US-based Concorn, integrates ServiceNow with SAP...
Covid-19 killed traditional disaster recovery
Much has been said and written about the changes Covid-19 has brought to businesses. While most of the focus has been on enabling people and systems to work remotely, the pandemic has highlighted a number of other technology areas where conventional wisdom no longer...
Data Quality Manager
You will work closely with the Head of Research Management and will be expected to be an industry expert with a diverse range of experience in managing, but more importantly developing a best-in-class QA department.Responsibilities: Build & Lead the QA Function:...
Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator (DBA) to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract...
Junior Data Analysis – Gauteng Pretoria
A client in Pretoria is looking for a Junior Data Analyst to Produce insights, predictions and recommendations, Produce tactical and strategic reporting, Support long-term trading strategies, Data Gathering and Processing Responsibility.QualificationsBachelor's degree...
Senior Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton
We're looking for a Senior Security Engineer who can jump into critical escalations, design rock-solid security frameworks, and support Tier 3 environments—on a consultation basis. If you're CCIE Security certified and experienced with CheckPoint, Firepower, F5, ASA,...
Mid/Senior Full Stack Developer – Remote Remote
Senior Full Stack Developer (.Net)A role for someone passionate about Mining and EngineeringR 900,000 - R 1,210,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge tech company dedicated to innovation and sustainability, shaping the future and making a real impact. Accelerate your...
Project Manager – Gauteng Edendale
Responsibilities:Financial & Schedule ManagementQuality & Compliance ManagementProject Execution & Resource ManagementContract & Subcontractor ManagementProject Oversight & Stakeholder CommunicationRequired Qualifications & Experience:...
Senior Business Analyst
We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join client, focusing on Fund Operations and reporting as well as Corporate Administration. Transforming data into actionable insights for sustainable success.This role plays a critical part in shaping and optimising our...
SENIOR IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN at Competent Candidates
Your:Formal Education:Relevant degree or diplomaMicrosoft 365 Administrator (MS900 & MS102)Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ900) & Azure Administrator (AZ104)A+/ N+/ and Security+ CertificationITIL V3/4Experience:6+ years' technical experienceExperience working...
Junior Network Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Are you a network-savvy professional ready to level up your career in a collaborative and fast-paced IT environment? We're looking for a motivated Junior Network Engineer to support our growing infrastructure and ensure seamless connectivity across our platforms. This...
Software Programmer
Software Engineer Monthly CTC: R60K - R100K- depending on level and experience As a Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for working on our integration platform across the .NET 8 backend and /or web app front-end ( Typescript, React). You have a solid track record...
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