Crypto exchange trading volume surges to new highs
After ending 2024 with an average monthly trading volume of over $1,5-trillion, the second-highest in the market's history, crypto exchanges had a wild ride in 2025. Monthly trading volumes went up and down sharply, showing how unpredictable the crypto market can be....
5G system integration will be worth $124,81bn by 2033
The global 5G System Integration market size is expected to reach $124,81-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 27,1% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing investments in deploying 5G network infrastructures across major...
The folly of allocating 6GHz spectrum for 5G in South Africa
By Paul Colmer - Wireless spectrum is the lifeblood of communication, and one of the most important legislative decisions in any country is deciding who gets to use it and for what purpose. One of the hottest debates in South Africa today revolves around 6GHz...
Cybercriminals hit new company hires with swift strikes
Cybercriminals have become so vigilant that they now launch attacks on companies and their employees within minutes of a new hire or big company news going public. The first attacks came right after the announcement. No sooner had a new team member shared their...
Consumers will drive growth of next-gen storage
The global next-generation data storage market will reach $116,69-billion by 2030 - with a projected CAGR of 9,8% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research which says that market growth will be driven chiefly by rising consumer needs for...
Affordability chokes new vehicle sales
With yet another year-on-year decline in new vehicle sales, WesBank says affordability is the biggest factor limiting growth. This view is supported by the TransUnion SA Vehicle Pricing Index that showed that new vehicle prices rose 4,7% for the first quarter of 2024...
Nvidia has an outsize impact on S&P index
Nvidia has significantly boosted the S&P index, contributing 33,73% of its returns this year with its soaring stock price. Stocklytics financial analyst Edith Reads comments: "Nvidia's significant contribution to the S&P 500's growth in 2024 highlights its...
SAWEA welcomes new Ministry of Electricity and Energy
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) supports the separation of Mineral Resources and Energy into two separate ministries, saying it enables the country to prioritise energy security with a special focus on electricity. Through a concerted effort in...
Malatsi takes on Communications and Digital Technologies portfolio
Mmoba Solomon “Solly” Malatsi has been appointed as Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. He is one of the new ministers appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa, who last night announced his new cabinet. His predecessor in the post, Mondli Gungubele,...
Cost-effective sustainable IT initiatives are underutilised
Some of the most cost-effective sustainable IT initiatives currently have a lower than 30% adoption rate by organisations, according to a new survey by Gartner. “Sustainable IT progress is underway at a solid pace,” says Kristin Moyer, distinguished vice-president...
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Covid-19 and downgrades: director’s duties unpacked
During grappling with a nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 South Africa's credit rating was also downgraded to below investment grade by Moody's Investors Service. This is likely to only further depress an already weakening economy, with high...
Johannesburg Stock Exchange holds first virtual listing
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) yesterday welcomed the Satrix SA Bond ETF to the main board of the JSE in its first virtual listing, and the first ETF listing in 2020. The Exchange Traded Fund (ETF), will track the S&P South Africa Sovereign Bond 1+ year...
First Distribution ramps up Digital Security and IoT
First Distribution has expanded its distribution offering with a new division focusing on Digital Security and Internet of Things (IoT). David Simpson appointed as General Manager heads up the new division specialising in digital security and video surveillance...
Making sense out of big data through visualisation
With a proliferation of data emerging from the Covid-19 pandemic, data visualisation offers a fantastic opportunity to present all this information in an easy-to-digest format, and its applications are broad, writes SAS senior associate systems engineer Melissa...
The need for healthcare virtualisation amid the pandemic
In times of a global pandemic, where human and physical resources are stretched to the limit, operators and services providers in the healthcare ecosystem need to find ways to virtualise the delivery of healthcare, while trying to sustain business as usual. By Shiraaz...
Intelligence is everything for the business
As emergent technology and digital innovation take centre stage it is time to differentiate between artificial intelligence (AI) and business intelligence (BI). The two are complementary but they are not the same, writes Craig Van Rooyen, chief operating officer of...
Is the future of fitness events online?
With the Covid-19 pandemic shutting down gyms and fitness facilities across South Africa, the fitness industry is tapping into the growing phenomenon of hosting online events - which is not only enabling businesses to continue operating, but in many cases grow their...
Start training the skills of the future, now
The world is in the throes of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), with drones, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 3D printing and robotics being used in various ways by numerous industries. Much has been written and said about the impact of these...
Leviathan Viral Testing Africa gets rapid Covid-19 testing
Leviathan Viral Testing Africa has been awarded the exclusive distributorship of the EMG Group's range of Covid-19 rapid SARS-CoV-2 testing products across Africa. EMG Group (Evotech-Mirai Genomics) supplies high fidelity medical instrumentation and technology for...
KnowBe4 kit helps strengthen passwords
Today (May 7) is World Password Day, highlighting how many users still have weak or vulnerable passwords. "The recent headlines about 500 000 Zoom passwords being up for sale confirm how important it is that people change their password habits," says Anna Collard, MD...
Mid-level Full Stack Developer
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Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of a highly driven & solutions-oriented Intermediate Full Stack Developer, with a strong background in Database Management, ETL processes, and Software Development, is sought by a dynamic Investment & Management Firm to join its...
SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Lead Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a talented and experienced Technical Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in architectural design, modern web technologies, API integration, and security best practices. You will lead the development team in...
Mid-level Full Stack Developer – Remote Remote
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Software Implementation Specialist (CPT Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:BRIDGE the gap between technology solutions and business requirements through the successful identification and adoption of solutions and systems as the next Software Implementation Specialist sought to join the team of a forward-thinking Property...
Senior Software Developer (C++) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client, a listed global leader that provides innovative solutions, is committed to helping some of the world's most well-known brands tackle their most pressing business challenges. With a reputation as a trusted partner...
Junior Project Manager
Responsibilities: Financial & Schedule ManagementQuality & Compliance ManagementProject Execution & Resource ManagementContract & Subcontractor ManagementProject Oversight & Stakeholder CommunicationRequired Qualifications & Experience:...
Test Analyst
We're looking for a Test Analyst to join our QA team and work closely with the business analysts, developers, and project managers in different delivery streams.What you'll do:All manual testing activities during all phases of the SDLC from analysing business...
Software Implementation Specialist (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
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