AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Companies looking for investment opportunities in AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) discussions continue to generate a buzz across industries, companies are increasingly exploring investments to harness its transformative potential. And one of the more prominent areas of discussion involves investment opportunities...

Ethernet switch market soars on datacentre boom

The worldwide Ethernet switch market recorded $11,7-billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) - a 32,3% YoY increase - fueled by strong growth in the datacentre portion of the market as hyperscalers and cloud service providers build out infrastructure...

Cybercriminals double exploitation of Linux vulnerabilities

In 2023, critical vulnerability registrations surged 3 times compared to 2019-2022 average. Although there has been a slight decrease in 2024, the trend persists due to increasing popularity of Linux systems, Kaspersky finds. Exploits are programs designed to leverage...

Thin client market to reach $2bn by 2030

The global thin client market will reach $1,97-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing focus on cybersecurity and data protection is driving the adoption of thin client technology. With...

Very few gamers subscribed to cloud gaming services in 2023

No cloud gaming service has achieved mainstream success yet, as just 6% of global unique gamers subscribed to a cloud gaming service in 2023, according to GlobalData. GlobalData's latest thematic report "Cloud Gaming", reveals that the cloud gaming market will be...

Steady growth forecast for operational technology

The global operational technology market is expected to reach $364.74-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increased demand for operational technologies (OT) security solutions arises from...

Singularity SA returns in physical format

Singularity South Africa has announced the plans for the upcoming Summit, returning in physical format this year, in collaboration with Old Mutual. With more than 1 500 delegates expected, the summit will take place on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 October 2024 at the...

SA consumers more discerning in seeking ‘bang for their buck’

South African consumers spent R112-billion in the first quarter of 2024 - a YoY increase of R7,7-billion (7,3%) - with ambient foods (including rice, sugar, and UHT milk), soft drinks, beer and frozen meat among the most significant contributors to this growth. This...

CFOs must treat cybersecurity as a business decision

With more executives identifying security as critical for enterprise revenue growth, the CFO needs to be comfortable handling cybersecurity investments that provide defensible performance and outcomes to business stakeholders, says Gartner. Paul Proctor, distinguished...

Intel’s Lunar Lake processors set for Q3 delivery

Starting Q3 2024 in time for the holiday season, Intel's upcoming client processors (code-named Lunar Lake) will power more than 80 new laptop designs across more than 20 original equipment manufacturers, delivering AI performance at a global scale for Copilot+ PCs....

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December’s private equity deals total $11,79bn

Total technology industry private equity deals in December 2019 worth $11,79-billion were announced globally, according to GlobalData's deals database. The value marked an increase of 17,05% over the previous month and a rise of 16,7% when compared with the last...

Mande is new MD of Altron Arrow

Altron has announced the appointment of Warren Mande as MD of its subsidiary Altron Arrow. Mande, who has been with Altron for 17 years, joined the company as a graduate trainee working for Altron Bytes Document Solutions (Altron BDS), where he rose through the ranks,...

First African Healthcare Information Exchange to launch

CareConnect, a non-profit organisation founded by three of the largest medical insurance administrators and three of the largest hospital groups in South Africa, has selected InterSystems to implement HealthShare Unified Care Record and HealthShare Patient Index....

SAB Zenzele BB-BBEE scheme winds down

When the South African Breweries (SAB) Zenzele BB-BEE scheme winds down in April 2020, the scheme will have generated almost R14-billion in value for South Africa. Created with the intention of generating sustainable ownership and economic wealth opportunities for...

First Technology scoops HPE Partner Awards

First Technology National has been recognised as the HPE Hybrid IT Gold Partner for the second consecutive year. "We appreciate being acknowledged for our hard work and commitment we have shown in our partnership with HPE," says services director Eugene Maritz. "We...

Rectron ups its game with MSI

Rectron has inked a distribution deal with MSI, a premium gaming brand headquartered in Taiwan with offices around the globe. The agreement will see Rectron become the official distributor of MSI notebooks in South Africa, effective January 2020. Jaco Oosthuizen,...

Aruba acknowledges Datacentrix’s 2019 successes

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has named Datacentrix as the winner of its 2019 Over-achievement Award. The award was presented to Datacentrix at the Aruba ACE conference, which took place in Athens, Greece, at the end of 2019. "Datacentrix is Aruba's...

The Learning Resource: The Admin Assistant

Administration assistants are the indispensable and capable all-rounders that makes the business tick. In a recent book called Linchpin, Seth Godin asks the aspirational reader one simple question – Are you indispensable? In many jobs this answer is often ‘No’ but not...

Security Terminology Demystified: DDoS

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are the nuclear bomb of security threats that can bring down empires. Just when you think that malware, ransomware, trojans and other nasty slices of the internet can’t get any worse, in comes the DDoS attack. This is...

Get sticky with Microsoft Launcher

It’s time to move things between your Android device and your Windows PC with effortless ease. Microsoft Launcher is all about connecting Android to Windows and making it as easy as possible for people to use both systems without hassle and drama. The app comes with...

Angular Developer – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Angular Developer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 6-months contract role.What we are looking...

SQL Developer – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a SQL Developer to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Experience Business technology degree (BCom, Information Management qualification)Experience in Financial Services is a...

SAP BI / BW Consultant – 2495 – Gauteng Pretoria

SAP BI/BW Consultant with BWonHANA / BW4/HANA / HANA / SAP portal and query building in SAP BW using BEX, AFO and Eclipse experience required for a reputable global company based in GautengSAP BWonHANA & BW4/HANA development experience (Data Flows, Process Chains,...

Developer – Technical Support (CH1118)

Our client, a leading innovator in financial wellness and inclusion, has developed a platform that enables employees to access their already earned wages early (EWA). They are now looking for a Developer – Technical Support to join their team. Requirements:Computer...

Back-end Developer

One of our clients is looking for a motivated Backend Developer to join dynamic team. In this role, you will primarily work with Node.js to develop, maintain, and enhance web applications and backend services. The ideal candidate will have strong Node.js experience,...

Test Analyst – 2162

Test Analyst with Degree and min 5 years' Software Testing and ISTQB / ISEB Certification required for a reputable global company based in GautengManual, Functional, Frontend, Backend, Technical Testing including test scripting and execution thereof. Scripting for...

Developer – Technical Support (CH1118) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client, a leading innovator in financial wellness and inclusion, has developed a platform that enables employees to access their already earned wages early (EWA). They are now looking for a Developer – Technical Support to join their team. Requirements:Computer...

Back-end Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

One of our clients is looking for a motivated Backend Developer to join dynamic team. In this role, you will primarily work with Node.js to develop, maintain, and enhance web applications and backend services. The ideal candidate will have strong Node.js experience,...

Test Analyst – 2162 – Gauteng Pretoria

Test Analyst with Degree and min 5 years' Software Testing and ISTQB / ISEB Certification required for a reputable global company based in GautengManual, Functional, Frontend, Backend, Technical Testing including test scripting and execution thereof. Scripting for...

ICT Service Manager

ICT Service ManagerRevolutionize your career with cutting-edge technology solutions!R 900,000 - R 1,320,000 per annumJoin a leading provider of innovative technology solutions dedicated to driving innovation and empowering businesses to thrive. This is an ideal...

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