Mental health issues associated with childhood smartphone use
Owning a smartphone before age 13 is associated with poorer mind health and well-being in early adulthood. This is according to a global study of more than 100 000 young people, published yesterday in the peer-reviewed Journal of Human Development and Capabilities The...
Acer Africa partners with TVR Distribution
Acer Africa has announced a strengthened partnership with TVR Distribution, a key technology distributor and channel partner in the African market. Through this partnership, TVR will distribute a selected range of Acer laptops and monitors, spanning consumer,...
Technology changes how fans consume sport experiences
As sports fans worldwide tune in to a myriad of athletic events this summer, new research commissioned by IBM reveals a growing generational shift and acceptance of technology-driven experiences that will impact the future of sports consumption. The international...
Healthcare is in a cybersecurity crisis
Hospitals have become increasingly attractive targets for ransomware attacks due to their comprehensive patient databases, sensitive information, and their interconnectedness between systems and equipment. Moreover, poor security measures have made hospitals...
SMB cyber infections via Excel are up
This International SMB Day (today, 27 June), a Kaspersky report reveals that the number of infections experienced by the sector has risen by 5% over the first quarter of 2024, compared to the same period last year. The number of users who encountered malware and...
Green building revolution could be a $1,8trn market opportunity
A new World Economic Forum report outlines a roadmap for transforming the global building sector to combat climate change and protect biodiversity. Amid rapid urbanisation worldwide, primarily driven by emerging economies, the report presents a timely case for the...
Global miners need to invest for growth and transformation
The global mining industry faced a challenge in 2023 that was both unprecedented and familiar. The financial performance of the world's Top 40 mining companies was squeezed by falling commodity prices and rising costs which resulted in revenues falling more than 7% -...
Campus Ethernet switch revenues hit two-year low
Worldwide Campus Switch revenues dropped by 23% year-over-year (Y/Y) in the first quarter of 2024, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. The only two vendors that grew Campus Switch revenues Y/Y in 1Q 2024 were Arista and Ubiquiti. "Vendor backlogs of campus...
Browser battle heats up
When it comes to the battle of the browsers, user preferences in dynamic nature and the tech landscape's ongoing evolution have seen Chrome's usage surge by 13% and Apple's Safari experience a 10% drop in user bases in the past year, according to Stocklytics.com....
Dubai, Mauritius top destinations for SA travelers
The travel sector in 2024 is breaking boundaries. This year consumer spending on travel is robust with significant increases in passenger traffic, according to the latest global report from the Mastercard Economics Institute. Despite fluctuating exchange rates and...
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Reduce social isolation while working from home
A big part of work is about being human and needing social connection, however the recent Covid-19 pandemic and country lockdown has forced employers and employees alike to implement remote working. "Working remotely, especially from home, is in most circumstances a...
Hackathon aims to find Covid-19 solutions for Africa
The African Development Bank and partners are set to host an online #AfricaVsVirus Challenge from 16 to 19 April 2020. The 72-hour competition is a global hackathon - or "ideathon" - to develop effective solutions to the coronavirus pandemic. The Challenge is open to...
EOH provides tech for SA’s Solidarity Fund portal
EOH and its subsidiary iOCO built a web presence for the Solidarity Fund in under 48 hours. The project was undertaken on a pro bono basis as part of the group's ongoing support in halting the spread of Covid-19. The Fund is a rapid response vehicle through which...
Pinnacle enables hybrid cloud with HPE-Nutanix
Digital transformation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) mean different things to different organisations. Some may look to implement smart factories; others could aim to quickly analyse multiple data streams; for some a new and better way of serving...
Docker simplifies app development
Today's developers are faced with an increasingly complex application development environment. This is largely due to a wide variety of languages, frameworks, architectures and discontinuous interfaces between tools for each lifecycle stage. However, Docker is helping...
Planning key for cloud migration in financial services
More companies are moving data to the Cloud to empower a dynamic workforce, improve the reliability of their services, and to gain flexibility in their IT expenditure. Cloud-based systems are accessible from anywhere, are mostly unaffected by power outages, and are...
Covid-19 shifts consumers to home delivery
South Africans are receiving a push towards buying their essential goods online, writes Picup CEO Antonio Bruni. The Covid-19 pandemic has left people reluctant to leave their homes and they are therefore receptive to receiving groceries, medicines and other essential...
Facebook launches Coronavirus Information Center in 17 African countries
Facebook is expanding its Coronavirus Information Centre to 17 more countries in sub-Saharan Africa. The Information Centers form part of Facebook's effort to help the global fight against Covid-19 by providing people with the latest news and information from trusted...
Lenovo offers free global warranty extension
Lenovo is leveraging its global business operations to maintain services support and minimise any potential impact on customers worldwide during the Covid-19 pandemic. The company is offering a free global warranty extension for up to 75 days through 31 May 2020. The...
CSSA, Tech-Wise appoint Workflow as a Bitdefender reseller
Cyber Security South Africa (CSSA), the Bitdefender Country Partner in South Africa and its SMME distribution partner, have appointed Workflow Managed Services as a reseller of the Bitdefender range. Simon Campbell-Young, partner at CS Africa Group Holdings, says that...
Data Analyst – Credit Optimisation at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION The opportunity: A challenging opportunity is available within the Credit Optimisation department of TFG Financial Services. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual to develop analytical solutions to business...
Business Intelligence Services Lead at Famous Brands
IntroductionThe Business Intelligence (BI) Lead is responsible for the execution and delivery of BI solutions, ensuring the effective collection, transformation, and visualization of data to support business decision-making. This role focuses on the implementation,...
Business Intelligence Services Lead at Famous Brands – Gauteng Midrand
IntroductionThe Business Intelligence (BI) Lead is responsible for the execution and delivery of BI solutions, ensuring the effective collection, transformation, and visualization of data to support business decision-making. This role focuses on the implementation,...
Analyst SCP (Fresh DC and Vendor support) at PnP
IntroductionAs a Supply Chain Analyst for Fresh DC and Vendor support, your main responsibility will be to manage support functions and DC volumes across the Fresh department and DCs. This will include managing weekly DC volume profiles as well as day to day volume...
Analyst SCP (Fresh DC and Vendor support) at PnP – Western Cape Cape Town
IntroductionAs a Supply Chain Analyst for Fresh DC and Vendor support, your main responsibility will be to manage support functions and DC volumes across the Fresh department and DCs. This will include managing weekly DC volume profiles as well as day to day volume...
Systems Analyst – Remote
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Lead discovery sessions to map out current system landscapes and dependencies.Analyse application and integration frameworks, with focus on CRM, NOMS, and ticketing systems.Requirement gathering, solution design validation, incident...
Feature Analyst / Business Analyst
An exciting opportunity has arisen with our esteemed client in the financial services industry for a Feature / Business Analyst to join their team either in Cape Town or in Johannesburg. Non-negotiables are:5 years proven experience as a Feature Analyst or Business...
Senior C# Developer
Our client is seeking a Senior C# Developer for a hybrid role in Johannesburg. If you're skilled in building scalable applications and enjoy a flexible work setup, this is the role for you! Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C#...
SQL Developer – Full Stack
Are you a data wizard with a passion for full-stack development?We're looking for an SQL Developer – Full Stack for a fast-paced, 3-month contract. We're seeking a problem-solver who can optimize databases, develop seamless applications, and deliver high-quality...
Systems Analyst – Remote – Gauteng Braamfontein
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Lead discovery sessions to map out current system landscapes and dependencies.Analyse application and integration frameworks, with focus on CRM, NOMS, and ticketing systems.Requirement gathering, solution design validation, incident...
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