How AI factories can help relieve grid stress
In many parts of the world, including major technology hubs in the US, there’s a years-long wait for AI factories to come online, pending the buildout of new energy infrastructure to power them. Now Emerald AI, a US startup, is developing an AI solution that could...
AI video market prepares for 32% CAGR
The global AI video market size is estimated to reach $42,29-billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 32,2% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. AI video technologies provide substantial cost savings and efficiency improvements by...
Nvidia MLPerf training results demonstrate performance, elasticity
The full-stack Nvidia accelerated computing platform has demonstrated high performance in the latest MLPerf Training v4.0 benchmarks. Nvidia more than tripled the performance on the large language model (LLM) benchmark, based on GPT-3 175B, compared to the...
Young South Africans are buying fewer houses
South Africans under the age of 35 years old are buying fewer houses than before - but they are paying more for them. Data from Lightstone shows that the decline in volumes is proportionately sharper than the overall fall in property purchases over the last six years....
R2bn funding positions Africa Data Centres for growth
Africa Data Centres has unlocked funding that will allow it to expand data centre capacity and meet the growing demand for cloud computing services in South Africa. This was facilitated through a bespoke financing solution arranged by RMB. "This funding is a...
BCX launches Africa Local Public Cloud in Mozambique
BCX has launched it Africa Local Public (ALP) Cloud services, powered by Alibaba Cloud's technology, at MozTech in Mozambique. Jonas Bogoshi, CEO at BCX, comments: "The collaboration between Alibaba Cloud and BCX allows us to bring the latest technologies through a...
Payfast by Network partners with JP Morgan Payments
Network International has extended its partnership with JP Morgan Payments to facilitate e-commerce transactions for South African customers. This will be accomplished by leveraging Payfast, Network's online payments solution, so JP Morgan Payments can strengthen its...
Young Saffers still battle to access finance, despite fewer defaults
As South Africa commemorates Youth Day, the spotlight falls on the financial health of young consumers and their ability to leverage credit as a tool for empowerment. Experian's Consumer Default Index (CDIx) for Q1 2024 reveals a complex picture for young South...
AI key to Africa and the future of work
Africa has a unique opportunity to influence what the future of work looks like in these early days as large language learning models (LLMs) are evolving, and the environment for applications is still new. This is according to the AI and the Future of Work in Africa...
Lack of AI skills slows innovation
There is a vital human skills gap when it comes to maximising the potential of AI and cloud, with almost all organisations recognising that they have to prioritise workforce upskilling. This is among the findings from SoftwareOne's Cloud Skills Report, which...
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PhishRIP removes suspicious emails from inboxes
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Customers focus on safety, belonging and control
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Bolster digital resilience in age of cybercrime
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Adult education key to getting economy back on track
As South Africans face the now extended lockdown period, currently in place to try to slow down the rate of infection from the Covid-19 pandemic, many people are starting to shift their focus of concern from health worries to fears around the economy. Triple E...
EY, SAP, Qualtrics collaborate on government solutions for Covid-19
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Explore Data Science Academy opens data science learnership applications
Africa’s largest institution devoted to data science, The Explore Data Science Academy (EDSA) has opened registrations for the July 1 intake of its 12 month, full-time data science learnership as well as its on-line courses. Ambitious, smart learners who would like to...
40% of data breaches affect customer information
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Change your hiring strategy during Covid-19
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Move to cloud crucial for virus response
The current lockdown is testing the ability of business to adapt quickly to changing market conditions. Companies that have embraced more digital ways of working have been far less impacted. Several slower respondents are turning their focus away from only the cost...
Senior Python Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing scalable...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 1800 – Gauteng Pretoria
Full Stack Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Profound knowledge and expert-level experience in Java and Angular and related technologiesStrong expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)Experience with RESTful services and APIsProficient understanding...
Datacentre Engineer
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field preferableRelevant certifications such as VMware VCP, CompTIA Server+, Storage Skills or equivalent certifications are desirableMinimum 4-5 years work experience Willing to...
Intermediate Python Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing...
Junior IT Support Engineer
Position Description:Our client is inviting applications for an on-site, full-time position as a Junior IT Support Engineer in their Cape Town o?ce. This position reports to the Director of Global IT and will perform day-to-day service requests resolution, software,...
Datacentre Engineer – Gauteng Centurion
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field preferableRelevant certifications such as VMware VCP, CompTIA Server+, Storage Skills or equivalent certifications are desirableMinimum 4-5 years work experience Willing to...
Intermediate Python Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly motivated Intermediate Python Backend Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing...
Junior IT Support Engineer – Remote Remote
Position Description:Our client is inviting applications for an on-site, full-time position as a Junior IT Support Engineer in their Cape Town o?ce. This position reports to the Director of Global IT and will perform day-to-day service requests resolution, software,...
Junior Project Manager
A well-established business is seeking to appoint Junior Project ManagerTo plan, execute and finalize projects for the organization within the predetermined time frames, using the Project Management methodology under close guidance by the Project Manager or PMO...
Data Analyst at Famous Brands
IntroductionJOB TITLE: Data AnalystJOB GRADE: C3DEPARTMENT: Leading Brands CommercialLOCATION: Waterfall Office (Midrand)EMPLOYMENT STATUS: PermanentLINE MANAGER: Business AnalystPURPOSE STATEMENT:The purpose of this position is to collate data through various...
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