Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Women face higher levels of burnout as stress levels climb

South African employers are facing a growing workforce resilience challenge as new data reveals that women are increasingly bearing the burden of workplace stress, burnout and mental health crises. A comprehensive analysis by Lyra Southern Africa of 67 419 Employee...

SA channel welcomes IBM’s Power 11

Kathy Gibson reports – IBM’s Power 11 launch is one of the company’s most significant in recent years: the new technology promises to improve customers’ productivity and reduce costs, while paving the road to full artificial intelligence (AI) value. The last couple of...

Strategies for mitigating SA’s talent crisis

South African organisations are navigating a complex and rapidly evolving talent landscape. With global trends reshaping local realities, the battle to attract, engage and retain top talent is intensifying. “Employers must critically assess the effectiveness of their...

The world’s favourite social media

A new survey has crowned Instagram as the world's favourite social media platform - garnering twice as many votes as TikTok with 16,5% of the vote, according to Stocklytics.com. "Meta's dedicated investment in enhancing its social media platforms appears to be...

Young professionals take to farming

Despite not traditionally being considered a "cool" profession, an increasing number of South Africa's youth are becoming farmers, and many are not only surviving but thriving in this crucial economic sector. Statistics South Africa recently revealed that youth...

Better air routes could boost African economies

Several key unserved African routes could provide greater connectivity for travellers, drive economic growth in local economies, and provide a significant boost in revenue for airlines, according to analysis by Airbus. Several of the top unserved routes identified in...

New report offers lessons on stopping disease outbreaks

In February 2023, a market trader in Accra, Ghana, died from severe bleeding in a local hospital. Shortly after, her healthcare provider fell ill. Public health officials quickly identified the cause: Lassa fever, a deadly and contagious disease spread by rats. The...

Embedded two-wheeler OEM telematics systems set for rapid adoption

According to a new market research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the number of active two-wheeler OEM telematics systems will grow at a CAGR of 37,1% from 11,1-million in 2023 to reach 53,8-million in 2028. The report focuses on motor-powered...

Webb snaps images of how a star is born

For the first time, a phenomenon astronomers have long hoped to directly image has been captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope’s Near-Infrared Camera (NIRCam). In this stunning image of the Serpens Nebula, the discovery lies in the northern area (seen at the...

Scammers can guess your password within a minute

Kaspersky experts have conducted a large-scale study on the resistance of 193-million English passwords - compromised by infostealers and available on the darknet - to brute force and smart guessing attacks. The results show that 45% of all analysed passwords...

New domain fees announced

The .ZA Domain Name Authority (.zadna) has announced new rates for .za domains, along with guidance on fees until 2027. "In response to a comprehensive financial analysis and the impacts of inflation and foreign exchange rates on operational expenditures, .zadna has...

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HPC student leaders will fly the SA flag

More than 120 students converged at the Centre for High-Performance Computing (CHPC) National Conference to compete in its annual competitions, with three teams crowned winners of the respective Student Cluster Competition, Cybersecurity Challenge and Student Datathon...

Customer engagement done differently in 2020

Despite all the technological advances taking place, customer engagement remains one of the most fundamentally important components necessary to drive business growth. And yet, many companies are still not giving it the attention it deserves. As we head into 2020,...

How outsourcing solves cybersecurity problems

Outsourcing is a global trend and cybersecurity is no exception. By Alexander Moiseev, chief business officer at Kaspersky According to Gartner, the managed security service market grew by 6.7% in 2018, reaching $10.7 billion in revenue and is expected to grow...

Old Mutual iWyze, Pineapple Insurance change customer experience

Old Mutual iWYZE and Pineapple Insurance are excited to announce a new partnership that promises to shake up the short-term insurance industry by changing the way South African's experience insurance. Globally, collaborations between traditional insurers and...

Gilat, SES restore DRC Internet with satellite

High-performance internet connectivity was restored in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) within just four days after the West Africa Cable System (WACS) undersea cable cut, thanks to the combined efforts of Gilat Telecom and SES. The recent cable cuts affected...

Why e-visas are emerging as a smarter choice

More and more countries are adding the e-visa route to the common visa channels. VFS Global's regional group COO Jiten Vyas discusses how smart, quicker and hassle-free solutions in this space is making it a preferred choice for the global traveller. As overseas...

The importance of data protection in today’s digital economy

What businesses want from the cloud is changing. By Jasmit Sagoo, senior director: head of technology UK&I at Veritas Technologies Pure cloud adopters fear vendor lock-in and are increasingly seeking to spread risk by embracing multiple cloud providers. In fact,...

Are you gearing for the ICT skills you’ll need down the line?

Disruptive business models will require new job specifications, which in turn will demand an element of upskilling to enable resources to move from mundane or labour-intensive tasks to higher level responsibilities. By Theresa Ackerman, manager of operational...

Minderz launches wellness app for pets

Minderz has announced the launch of its pet care app that provides a dedicated social media community for pets. Minderz is also a platform that makes it easy to manage the health and wellness of pet(s), to find and connect with similar pets and share experiences, all...

The search is on for industry-specific cyber solutions

Companies of all natures, shapes, and sizes are at risk of cyber threats and crime. No organisation is immune to cyber-attacks, which are increasing in frequency and sophistication all the time. However, the risks to which companies in different industries are...

Senior Project Manager – Eastern Cape Lusikisiki

Industry:Construction Position:Senior Project ManagerURGENT Role - 12 month Limited Duration Contract Essence of the job:The successful incumbent will be responsible for the effective overall management of the site. This includes the optimisation of financial...

Senior Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to join their innovative development team in Kloof, KwaZulu- Natal. This individual will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining a variety of...

IT Operations (Mobile Network) – 3184

IT Operations (Mobile Network)Senior Career (10+ yrs exp)PermanentGautengWe are looking for an experienced IT Operations Engineer to join our team. As a senior member, you will be responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of mobile network services. Your duties...

Senior Software Developer

Our client, based in Centurion, is looking for the services of a Senior Software Developer to join their team. Should have at least 5 years experience as a software developer with skills in C#, .NET Core, React and Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and...

IT Operations (Mobile Network) – 3184 – Gauteng Pretoria

IT Operations (Mobile Network)Senior Career (10+ yrs exp)PermanentGautengWe are looking for an experienced IT Operations Engineer to join our team. As a senior member, you will be responsible for overseeing the smooth operation of mobile network services. Your duties...

Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Our client, based in Centurion, is looking for the services of a Senior Software Developer to join their team. Should have at least 5 years experience as a software developer with skills in C#, .NET Core, React and Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and...

Senior Full Stack Developer (C#.Net) (CPT Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A young & dynamic EdTech startup seeks the coding expertise of a proactive & passionate Senior Full Stack Developer with around 8+ years of solid experience with C# and the .Net stack to join its team. Working closely with the CTO, you will help...

Mid-Level Software Developer

Our client, based in Centurion is looking for the services of a Software Developer. You will need 2 - 4 years Development experience with technologies such as C#/.NET Core, React, or Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and Experience: Minimum...

Mid-Level Software Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Our client, based in Centurion is looking for the services of a Software Developer. You will need 2 - 4 years Development experience with technologies such as C#/.NET Core, React, or Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and Experience: Minimum...

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