End users will spend $14,2bn on GenAI models this year
Worldwide end-user spending on generative AI (GenAI) models is projected to total $14,2-billion in 2025, according to Gartner. End-user spending on specialised GenAI models, which include domain-specific language models (DSLMs), is estimated to total $1,1-billion this...
Rural areas fall further behind in digital connectivity
High-speed broadband access is increasing across Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, but connectivity gaps between urban and rural areas are widening. This is according to a new OECD report, “Closing Broadband Connectivity Divides...
ACSA sets sights on air cargo growth in Africa
Despite facing challenges such as high fuel prices and limited connectivity within the continent and with the rest of the world, Africa's air cargo traffic is set for growth in the coming years, especially on the back of a projected rise in trade. Data released by the...
Full-time in-office working would drive parents to new jobs
New research among working parents has found that three-quarters (74%) would look for a new job if they were asked to travel to a central office five days a week. The study, undertaken by International Workplace Group among more than 1 000 parents in hybrid working...
Channel pivots to become trusted advisors
Technology channel companies are rapidly moving from a one-and-done, buy-and-install approach to becoming strategic advisors for SMBs, unlocking significant growth opportunities and paving the way for greater digital agility. This is according to a Sage report, "Small...
This is where GenAI will have the most impact
A recent survey of technology buyers worldwide found that technology decision making, financial and operational systems, and customer engagement, experience, and support are the three business areas where generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is most likely to...
African healthcare providers under cyberattack
Africa experienced the highest average number of weekly cyberattacks per healthcare organisation in 2023, with one in every 19 organisations on the continent experiencing an attempted attack every week. This is among the findings of KnoeBe4's new International...
Botnet prices start as low as $99
Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence experts analysed botnet sales on the dark web and shadow Telegram channels and discovered that attackers can acquire ready-made solutions starting at $99. Besides one-time purchases, botnets can be hired or acquired as leaked...
Healthcare information system market set to hit $1,09trn
The global healthcare information system market is anticipated to reach $1,095-trillion by 2030 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 13,32% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Government initiatives have boosted the market...
Tech firms dominate US patents in AI
More than half of US patents filed on artificial intelligence (AI) are held by computer and phone makers, according to new research from Stocklytics.com. The analyst firm says that companies in this sector account for 30 028 out of the 52 841 patents granted to date -...
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Prof Brian Armstrong joins Old Mutual board
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Africa’s agriculture value chains must go digital
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Transforming mobile working in healthcare
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The role of chatbots in an uncertain society
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Securing logistics operations in a data-first world
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Software Programmer – Western Cape Somerset West
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...
Data Engineer
The role involves the design, development, and maintenance of the architecture that facilitates the efficient collection, storage, and processing of large datasets. This position collaborates closely with data scientists, analysts, and software engineers to ensure...
Project Manager
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Finance Systems Data Analyst (FP&A) at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Drive the enablement of strategic and performance insights including the implementation of efficient financial planning solutions to deliver sound and reliable decision-making Deliver financial models,...
System Analyst
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Systems Engineer
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Systems Engineer – Mpumalanga Secunda
Driving technical excellence and customer satisfaction—one solution at a time.We are looking for a highly skilled Support Engineer dedicated to delivering exceptional technical assistance, resolving complex hardware and software issues, and ensuring optimal system...
Support Engineer
Empowering users through expert technical support and seamless issue resolution.We are looking to hire a dynamic Support Engineer who will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and functionality of products and systems, providing timely and effective...
Support Engineer – Limpopo Limpopo
Empowering users through expert technical support and seamless issue resolution.We are looking to hire a dynamic Support Engineer who will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation and functionality of products and systems, providing timely and effective...
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