Gemini in Chrome AI browser is a privacy nightmare
The newest Gemini in Chrome mobile AI browser collects the most user information out of all AI browsers recently analysed by Surfshark. It collects data such as users’ names, precise location, and browsing history. And a cybersecurity expert has drawn attention to an...
Bitcoin breaks record at $125k
Bitcoin has broken through $125 000 for the first time in its history, and deVere Group CEO Nigel Green predicts the cryptocurrency will climb to $150 000 before the end of the year, supported by a weaker dollar, sustained institutional inflows, and political backing...
Finance leaders quick to adopt AI
The adoption of finance AI by finance functions has increased significantly in the past year with 58% using the technology in 2024 - a rise of 21 percentage points from 2023 - according to a new survey by Gartner. Gartner surveyed 121 finance leaders in June 2024 to...
Sharp growth forecast for edge computing
Global spending on edge computing is estimated to reach $228-billion in 2024, marking a 14% increase from 2023, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide Edge Spending Guide. This includes combined enterprise and service provider spending on hardware, software, professional...
Arsenal sign up NTT Data as digital transformation partner
NTT Data has signed a multi-year partnership to become Arsenal Football Club’s first Official Digital Transformation Partner, looking to bring new technologies to improve “The Gunners” supporter experience. The two organisations will work together over the coming...
EIB, DBSA increase support for private sector renewables to R12bn
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) have further boosted their support for local renewable energy projects in the private sector - aiming to increase clean energy generation while supporting new jobs. A €100-million...
Tech giants eye APAC for AI, cloud investments
Asia-Pacific (APAC) is rapidly emerging as a global artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse with strategic investments fueling its ascent - and major tech companies pouring billions of dollars into the region to accelerate cloud and AI adoption is indicative of the...
Huawei unveils first tri-fold smartphone
Huawei has launched its Mate XT Ultimate Design, the world’s first tri-fold smartphone. The device unfolds into a full-size tablet and folds into a traditional phone. The phone has a 10,2-inch screen that can also be used as a 6,4-inch or 7,9-inch screen. It includes...
Why do SA healthcare workers have low resilience?
A study led by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Itumeleng Ntatamala and published in BMC Health Service Research has revealed that South African healthcare workers (HCWs) exhibited lower levels of resilience compared to similar studies conducted globally. The...
Mobile units bring IDs to schools
Home Affairs deployed mobile offices to more than 1 600 schools during the first quarter of this year, allowing learners to apply for and receive their first identity cards and other documentation. The department says that 37 214 learners at 1 625 schools were able to...
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Covid-19 isn’t the only virus you should be worried about
While the Covid-19 pandemic threatens to overload the global economy and cripple healthcare systems around the world, it's also having a deadly impact on the security of homes and businesses. By Vishal Barapatre, chief technology officer at In2IT Technologies SA...
Channel customer expectations through WhatsApp
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Stay secure from payment scams during the pandemic
If this unprecedented global pandemic has taught us one lesson on personal responsibility, it is that being aware and cautious can save lives, writes Bevan Smith, head of risk at Visa Sub-Saharan Africa. During day-to-day activities, people are taking all preventive...
Long-term health and safety crucial for schools
Ensuring the safety and well-being of its learners, staff and visitors is one of the most important elements of any school's risk management strategy - and now schools also need to consider the health and well-being of these communities post Covid-19. Placing...
Navigating risk into a post-Covid new normal
Having rushed to keep the remote lights on in the early stages of lockdown, organisations must now change their focus to mitigating a plethora of risks emerging out of the pandemic chaos, writes Paul Grapendaal, head of managed services at Nclose. With little time to...
Parental control for teens: a question of trust versus security?
There is no doubt that the Internet plays an important part in teenagers' lives - and especially now, during the global pandemic, where many normal day-to-day activities for teens, such as schooling and catching up with friends, has quickly moved online. As teens, and...
Fujitsu debuts PrimeFlex for VMware vSAN
Fujitsu has announced a pre-configured data centre appliance to simplify the entire lifecycle management for VMware-based hyper-converged IT infrastructures (HCI). Fujitsu PrimeFlex for VMware vSAN delivers enhanced features to streamline the deployment, operation,...
SD-WAN delivers secure networking for the new world of work
Having a secure and efficient distributed working environment has become one of the top business priorities of 2020, writes David Browne, regional executive at Telviva. With the lockdown in South Africa, many companies have had to embrace remote working as a critical...
Beware of online coronavirus scams
Cyber security and privacy risks should be the top priority for any business at present, especially whilst trying to accommodate all staff in their new remote working environments. In the rush to get everybody working from home, security probably wasn't top of mind...
Bolt Isolated Cars prove popular as SA gets back to work
Demand has surged across South Africa for ride-hailing vehicles with additional Covid-19 physical protection measures installed between the front and rear seats of the vehicles. The surge is due to healthcare and essential services workers and their employers choosing...
Senior Frontend Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
The client is seeking a Senior Frontend Software Developer with 6+ years of experience, ideally in the payments/SaaS industry, to join their hybrid Cape Town team. The role focuses on designing and maintaining responsive, scalable web applications with strong frontend...
Commercial Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Commercial Analyst to join our client's dynamic team in Kempton Park, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in evaluating commercial vehicle dealers, assessing financial and...
AI Specialist – 2078
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Backend Developer
Our client is looking for a technically exceptional Senior Backend Developer with a deep understanding of modern PHP development (Laravel), SQL optimization, API design, and systems integration. You'll be responsible for building high-performance backend systems,...
Commercial Analyst at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Gauteng Kempton Park
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Commercial Analyst to join our client's dynamic team in Kempton Park, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in evaluating commercial vehicle dealers, assessing financial and...
AI Specialist – 2078 – Gauteng Pretoria
Would you consider yourself an AI Guru?If your answer is yes, we need you!My global client, with operations based in SA, is looking for a dynamic AI Specialist to join their growing team!Gather, analyse, and document business needs for Conversational AI...
Backend Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
Our client is looking for a technically exceptional Senior Backend Developer with a deep understanding of modern PHP development (Laravel), SQL optimization, API design, and systems integration. You'll be responsible for building high-performance backend systems,...
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Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer (Flexible Resource Assignment) Location: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Home Office Rotation Join Our Client in the Motor Industry and Help Drive Smart, High-Performance ProductionAre you ready to be part of a dynamic, international IT...
Technical Azure Business Analyst (12-Month Contract)
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DevOps Engineer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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