Strategic priorities for CEOs amid global, local turbulence
There is an urgent need for adaptive leadership and proactive strategies in response to emerging market trends across talent, technology, and geopolitics. This is according to the latest report from management consultants Oliver Wyman titled “CEO Agenda 2025”, based...
To remain relevant, SA needs to build resilience
Kathy Gibson reports - With the world economy faltering in the face of tariff uncertainty, and global supply chains under intense pressure, it’s important for us to become more resilient as a country. This is the word from BCX CEO Jonas Bogoshi, speaking at last...
Global GPU market set to reach $274bn by 2029
The GPU market value will surpass $274-billion by 2029, representing a 33,2 % CAGR from 2024, according to Stocklytics.com. Currently, the GPU market is worth over $65 billion, up from $43 billion in 2023, underscoring the immense growth potential in the industry. The...
Massive growth on the cards for AI chip revenue
Revenue from AI semiconductors globally is expected to total $71-billion in 2024, an increase of 33% from 2023, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. "Today, generative AI (GenAI) is fueling demand for high-performance AI chips in data centres. In 2024, the...
At Computex, Intel accelerates AI Everywhere
Today at Computex in Taipei, Intel unveiled cutting-edge technologies and architectures poised to dramatically accelerate the AI ecosystem - from the data center, cloud and network to the edge and PC. With more processing power and power efficiency coupled with low...
Nvidia aims to drive next wave of AI
Emphasising cost reduction and sustainability, Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang has detailed new semiconductors, software and systems to power data centres, factories, consumer devices, robots and more, with the aim of driving a new industrial revolution....
AMD adds Instinct, Ryzen, EPYC processors to AI lineup
Today at the Computex 2024 opening keynote, AMD detailed new CPU, NPU and GPU architectures powering end-to-end AI infrastructure from the data centre to PCs. The company unveiled an expanded AMD Instinct accelerator roadmap, introducing an annual cadence of...
Canal+ makes formal offer to MultiChoice shareholders
Today, French media group Canal+ will make its mandatory offer to MultiChoice shareholders to acquire all the shares not already under its control. In April, Multichoice and Canal+ reached an agreement by which Canal+ would acquire the Multichoice group, offering...
Digital transformation a priority for African banks
A growing African population - forecast to be 2,49-billion by 2050 - coupled with spectacular increases in the number of devices such as smartphones and tablets (mobile phones now account for 75% of Web traffic in Africa) is the perfect recipe for an explosion in...
Alarming rise in deepfakes for the ‘world’s election year’
Africa, along with half the rest of the world's population, will have its share of elections in 2024 - and new data is showing an alarming increase in YoY trends in AI-powered scams. Sumsub - a global full-cycle verification provider - has detected upwards of a 245%...
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Absa, Digital Academy showcase tech talent
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Digitalisation optimises Moscow urban development
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Telkom invests in a culture of cybersecurity awareness
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All work and no play is a no-win for business
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Bidvest International Logistics modernises storage
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Is your personal information safe on apps?
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Cell C renews Cell C Sharks sponsorship
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Senior Software Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...
Senior IT Administrator (MiKroTik)
We are looking to hire an experienced Senior IT Administrator with 3rd level experience with a proven track record of ensuring optimal IT operations and infrastructure reliability. Skilled in deploying and maintaining complex network systems, managing server...
Business Analyst
Business Analyst with minimum 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the Financial Services Industry (Asset Management) with a strong skills set in systems and data, required to provide technology solutions, for this Asset Management Company based in...
PHP / Laravel Developer
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a full-service, integrated ad agency with offices in Cape Town and they're one of the largest independently owned agencies in South Africa. They're looking for a PHP Developer with experience in PHP, Laravel, and Node.js to join their team....
Database Developer (Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:Join a leading data-driven organization focused on delivering innovative technology solutions that empower businesses to make strategic, data-informed decisions. They are looking for a skilled Database Developer with in-depth experience in Google Cloud...
Network Engineer – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our client, who has been in the Eastern Cape for the past 70 years supplying control instrument products to industry is looking for a qualified and experienced individual to join their team.Must be willing to travel within the Eastern Cape regionRequirements:Relevant...
Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
Full Stack DeveloperRevolutionize the industry with cutting-edge technology!R 500,000 - R 770,000 per annumJoin a leading provider of innovative technology solutions that is shaping the future of the industry. Be part of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of...
Intermediate BI Analyst Developer at Resourgenix
INTERMEDIATE BI ANALYST DEVELOPER Turn data into insights & build your BI career with us!Location: Bellville, Cape Town; Salary: R650k per annum; Contract: PermanentWho We AreWe're a forward-thinking short-term insurance company that believes in the power of data....
Senior Delphi Developer
The Delphi Support Consultant will add capacity to the single resource Implats has. The key resource will move onto the IBR Project to enhance the Delphi application based on new requirements, while this additional resource will be focused on business-as-usual support...
Intermediate BI Analyst Developer at Resourgenix – Western Cape Bellville
INTERMEDIATE BI ANALYST DEVELOPER Turn data into insights & build your BI career with us!Location: Bellville, Cape Town; Salary: R650k per annum; Contract: PermanentWho We AreWe're a forward-thinking short-term insurance company that believes in the power of data....
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