Axiz signs up NetApp distribution
Looking to broaden its channel ecosystem across Africa, NetApp has added Axiz to its distributor portfolio. “Collaborating with Axiz represents a pivotal step in NetApp’s Africa strategy,” says Farid Najjar, commercial sales manager – MEA at NetApp. “Axiz’s reach,...
10 teams to vie for $2m in prizes in AI and manufacturing innovation
The 10 teams advancing to the semifinalist round of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing have been announced - with each team receiving $50 000 in unrestricted funding to drive inclusive economic growth and sustainable development in Africa. Semifinalists...
Mobile banking popularity leads to cybersecurity concerns
With research suggesting mobile banking usage is set to soar to 79% in the US by 2029, a new study has revealed which states are leading in mobile banking interest - but also highlighting the growing risk of cyberthreats that come with it. The study, conducted by...
Global insurance spend to hit $10trn by 2028
The global insurance market, including life and non-life insurance, has grown by 25% in the past four years with the total value of insurance premiums rising from just under $8-trillion in 2018 to over $9-trillion this year. And, although the annual growth rate...
Boeing Starliner won’t carry astronauts home
NASA will return Boeing’s Starliner to Earth without astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams aboard the spacecraft. The uncrewed return allows NASA and Boeing to continue gathering testing data on Starliner during its upcoming flight home, while also not accepting...
Deep dive into SA’s Artificial Intelligence Policy Framework
Earlier this year, in April 2024, the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) published the AI Planning Discussion Document (Planning Discussion Document) aimed at initiating discussion between the public and private sectors to facilitate...
Global data security revenues to surge by 70%
Global data security revenues are expected to jump by 70% and hit over $12-billion by the end of a decade. This is according to data presented by AltIndex.com, as cyber threat continue to rise. Data security revenues have skyrocketed over the years, with the market...
Calls for a co-ordinated global response to ransomware surge
Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions, ransomware attacks in 2024 are set to reach record levels, escalating the risks faced by companies worldwide. There has been a shift toward more sophisticated extortion tactics, emphasising the urgent need for coordinated...
Kaspersky warns about new ‘Tusk’ fraud campaign
Kaspersky has detected an online fraud campaign aimed at stealing cryptocurrency and sensitive information by exploiting popular topics such as web3, crypto, AI, online gaming and beyond. Targeting individuals worldwide, the campaign is believed to be orchestrated by...
Nuclear fusion startups usher in next era of sustainable energy
Nuclear fusion technology is rapidly advancing, bringing us closer to a sustainable, limitless energy source. Startups are pioneering innovations like cold fusion, superconducting magnets, laser-ignited capsules, and projectile fusion - addressing the critical...
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Lenovo and Veeam power cloud-based data management
Lenovo storage users stand to benefit from the hardware vendor's close alliance with Veeam that assures them of a seamless cloud-based data management and backup experience. Ketan Jeevan, brand manager: Lenovo at First Distribution, explains that the two companies...
SAFPS work with OneVault on fraud detection
As technology advances, the opportunities for fraud increases exponentially as fraudsters become more sophisticated in their actions. In the battle against fraud, speed and the use of reliable verification data are key determinants of success. The Southern African...
Achieving cyber resilience in retail
In a dynamic, connected environment where sensitive customer data is highly attractive to hackers and forms the lifeblood of the business, facing a cyber-attack is no longer a case of "if", but "when". Of greater concern is how to minimise the impact on their business...
Recruiting in the age of Covid-19
While there is a lot of uncertainty during this lockdown period, one factor remains consistent - business cannot come to a complete stop. Therefore, it is imperative that procedures - including that of recruitment - evolve to adapt to the new global reality. Covid-19...
Threats and opportunities for IoT
Internet of Things (IoT) is set to take off in the next months. But the technology, which envisages billions of connected devices communicating with one another, also raises some issues that need to be addressed. Aruba South Africa country manager Mandy Duncan...
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...
SOC II Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is an industry leader in Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, with a reputation built on technical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience. Their comprehensive managed services offer continuous, robust...
Junior Developer (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...
Data Scientist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: Our client, a reputable financial services firm listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), holds a strong belief in the transformative power of incremental progress. They are committed to empowering individuals and businesses alike, offering...
Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
CMS System Billing Administrator
Legal Billing & Systems Administrator: Step into the heart of a dynamic legal finance environment where precision meets purpose. This exciting opportunity calls for a sharp-minded professional to take the reins of billing and systems administration in a fast-paced...
Websphere Server Application Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Do you want to work with one of the largest Tech Giants in the world? Our clients are on the hunt for a seasoned WebSphere Server Application Engineer for a fantastic hybrid role based in Sandton. Requirements: IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) Installing,...
IT Project Manager
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented IT Project Manager to lead and deliver technology-driven initiatives with efficiency and innovation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, from planning through execution, while...
UI/UX Designer
Our client is seeking a creative, innovative, analytical and experienced self-starter to join their dynamic company and to take responsibility for the full design process of web-based and mobile business applications, including user experience and user interface...
Technical Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About the client:This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments...
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