Guardian agents will bolster trust
By 2030, guardian agent technologies will account for at least 10% to 15% of agentic AI markets, according to Gartner. Guardian agents are AI-based technologies designed to support trustworthy and secure interactions with AI. They function as both AI assistants,...
Crypto pump-and-dump scams soar
Despite increasing regulatory scrutiny and public awareness, scam tokens continue to flood blockchains like Ethereum, BSC, and Base - tricking investors with hype, then suddenly dropping in value and causing significant losses. And the high number of scam tokens shows...
Return to office mandates could push employees to leave
One in three executives presented with a return-to-office (RTO) obligation reported that they will leave their current employer for that reason, according to Gartner. The same survey of more than 3 500 employees from November 2023 revealed that 19% of non-executives...
PayJustNow partners with Merchant Capital
South African Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) provider PayJustNow has partnered with alternative lender Merchant Capital to expand access to working capital for retailers with a new cash advance offer, PayJustNow Advance. Craig Newborn, CEO of PayJustNow, says: "The retail...
IBM, SAP extend collaboration to GenAI
IBM and SAP have announced their vision for the next era of their collaboration, which includes new generative AI (GenAI) capabilities and industry-specific cloud solutions that can help clients unlock business value. "IBM and SAP's shared approach to generative AI,...
Financial barriers are primary reason for property rentals
The majority of people who rent residential accommodation in South Africa do so for financial reasons - with nearly half admitting they can't afford to buy a property, according to credit bureau TPN's latest Tenant Survey Report. The annual survey provides the...
SA’s online retail market is booming
Kathy Gibson reports - In 2023, the online retail market was worth R71-billion, making up 6,15% of the total R1,1-trillion retail market. "At the current rate, this means online retail will reach 10% of the total retail market by the end of 2025," says Arthur...
Financial industry still plagued by ransomware attacks
Although the global number of ransomware attacks dropped by 36% to 317,6-million in 2023, the financial industry is still plagued by malicious software which can significantly disrupt business operations and cause reputational and financial damage. And, according to...
Global migration drives remittances to record highs
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched the World Migration Report 2024, revealing significant shifts in global migration patterns, including a record number of displaced people and a major increase in international remittances. IOM...
Scalping bots causing price-gouging in H100 GPUs
Resellers of H100 GPUs are earning profits three times the market price, according to new data from Stocklytics. "The emergence of scalping bots - sophisticated software programs designed to purchase limited-stock items online automatically - tilts the scales in...
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Fujitsu wins for predictive maintenance in Airbus AI challenge
Fujitsu has been awarded first prize by leading global aerospace manufacturer Airbus in a worldwide competition to find the most accurate use of an unsupervised artificial intelligence (AI) system. Top ranking in the Airbus AI Gym challenge for accurate sensor...
The future of subsea cable connectivity in Africa
Africa may be a growing hub of digital innovation, particularly noticeable in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Nairobi and Lagos - with companies in these metropolitan areas taking advantage of high-speed fibre connections to embrace the cloud and develop new business models...
Telkom launches value added service portal
Telkom is launching an over-the-top value added service (VAS) portal, Telkom Plus. The Telkom users-only subscription platform that will aggregate wireless application service provider (WASP) and content service providers. "Telkom Plus is a one-stop shop for...
New free platform to connect the unbanked
A new co-operative fintech platform, CoegaX, aims to connect all South Africans to the digital economy by providing free payment services and interest-free production loans. CoegaX, the Collaborative Trading Platform was built by the Forus Foundation, which aims to...
FNB rolls out Smart ID and Passports service to Limpopo
After a successful roll out of the Smart IDs and Passports service in Gauteng and Western Cape, FNB is now expanding the service to its customers in Limpopo. The bank's customers in the province can now apply via the online system of the Department of Home Affairs...
Insurance professionals must upskill to remain relevant
As we come to the end of a decade, we have seen the evolution of a new breed of customer. This is according to Insurance Institute of South Africa's CEO Thokozile Mahlangu, who says: "If what we have observed in the past years, a customer active on social media, whose...
Guard against under-insurance
Having a solid understanding of the implications of underinsurance is crucial at a time when many South Africans are financially strained and looking for ways to save on household costs. While there is always the temptation to cut insurance costs in a bid to save...
The business imperative of software asset management
Software asset management (SAM) is critically important to help organisations reduce spend on software, operations, and support. By Nicole Oliveira, software services business unit lead at Altron Karabina Yet, many decision-makers are reluctant to embrace these tools....
Telkom forces customers to move to the cloud
Telkom is shutting down its ADSL copper network and is ultimately forcing its business customers to move to the cloud. This is part of Telkom's strategy to migrate customers to a more stable network and similarly-priced products, according to Euphoria Telecom CEO John...
An open foundation built for 2020
Even though the transaction closed in July, IBM's acquisition of Red Hat has been the defining moment for open source in 2019. Valued at $34-billion, it shows the importance of open source to business growth in a digital world. By Muggie van Staden, MD of Obsidian...
IT Support Intern at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our client has an IT Support Internship available at the Port Elizabeth branch, · Assist in managing help desk calls, scheduling appointments, and handling tickets.· Work closely with the IT support team to ensure timely resolution of user issues.· Provide basic...
Senior Systems Analyst at FIC
To analyse , design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Undrstsutand and familiarise with the projects business requirements Understand and familiarise yourself with the organisation business processesUnderstand...
Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic)
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...
Senior Java Engineer
Looking for a new exciting role? Then this is for you! Looking for a Senior Lead Software Engineer that is going to guide, advise, inform, mentor team members to enable them to perform the tasks required by their roles to the best of their ability. The Senior Lead...
Senior Systems Analyst at FIC – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
To analyse , design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Undrstsutand and familiarise with the projects business requirements Understand and familiarise yourself with the organisation business processesUnderstand...
Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...
Senior Java Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a new exciting role? Then this is for you! Looking for a Senior Lead Software Engineer that is going to guide, advise, inform, mentor team members to enable them to perform the tasks required by their roles to the best of their ability. The Senior Lead...
Mid-Senior Multimedia Graphic & Web Designer (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR keen eye for beautiful digital visuals and experience is sought to fill the role of a Mid-Senior Multimedia Graphic & Web Designer wanted by a forward-thinking Digital Agency. This position requires someone who can blend Graphic Design, Web Design...
SQL Support and Systems Specialist at Ntice Search
My client is a dynamic, globally-focused organization, looking for a SQL & Systems Support Specialist to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge business applications, including Microsoft Dynamics GP, Access Delta WMS,...
Power BI Developer
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