New report highlights transformative technology convergence
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released a new report examining how emerging technology combinations are reshaping industries and how business leaders can harness these insights to guide investment, build capabilities, and position ecosystems strategically. It also...
Beware conmen posing as Vuma representatives
Fibre provider Vuma is warning customers – particularly those in Vuma REACH areas - against criminals falsely claiming to represent the company and trying to scam them by requesting upfront cash payments or money transfers into personal accounts. “In recent weeks,...
Top government technology trends for 2024
Gartner has identified the top five government technology trends for 2024 that can guide public sector leaders to deliver better, faster, and increasengly more cost-effective citizen services. "Escalating global turmoil, continual cyberthreats and the adoption of AI...
SA young scientists showcase pioneering research
Research projects by South African young scientists that aim to address the country's energy crisis, and determine the extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) can be ethically monitored, amongst others, will be showcased at this year's International Science...
New DuneQuixote cyberespionage targets government entities
Kaspersky researchers have discovered an ongoing malicious campaign initially targeting a governmental entity in the Middle East. Further investigation uncovered more than 30 malware dropper samples actively employed in this campaign, allegedly expanding the...
Formal approval could see crypto soar in SA
Cryptocurrencies currently form a small portion of total investment capital in South Africa managed by fund managers, wealth managers, and financial advisors. However, the recent approval by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of several financial service...
AI sets next wave of insurance disruption in motion
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been instrumental in shaping the insurance industry for the past few years and insurance providers have integrated AI models with established methodologies from the actuarial sciences to enhance risk analysis and streamline claim...
Managed services deals tipped to increase in 2024
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Services Contract Database, about 1 800 managed services deals were signed in 2023 worth more than $100-billion in contract value. Although the total number of deals declined compared to 2022, the average deal size...
Intel aims for sustainable AI with world’s largest neuromorphic system
Intel says it has built the world's largest neuromorphic system. Code-named Hala Point, the large-scale neuromorphic system, initially deployed at Sandia National Laboratories, utilises Intel’s Loihi 2 processor, aims at supporting research for future brain-inspired...
Global IT spending bounces back
Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $5,06-trillion in 2024, an increase of 8% from 2023, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. This is an increase from the previous quarter's forecast of 6,8% growth and puts worldwide IT spending on track to surpass...
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Fujitsu launches Fugaku-based PrimeHPC supercomputers
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KnowBe4 launches new partner program, portal
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AccTech Systems is Sage Cloud Partner of the Year
AccTech Systems has been recognised by Sage South Africa (Sage) for its innovative "taking Sage to the cloud" enterprise resource planning (ERP) offerings at the recent Sage Partner Awards for 2019. In a new award category, AccTech received the accolade of being the...
DNI plans for future ICT capacity, performance needs
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Tackle procurement fraud with vetting
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The business cost of cyber crime
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Ace Black Friday with this cheat sheet
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F5 collaborates with AWS
F5 Networks has announced a multi-year global Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to allow customers to use F5 for new cloud-native application workloads and extend their existing F5 investments on AWS. F5's application services...
IBM develops financial services-ready public cloud
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Data brings personalised insurance to life
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Cyber Security Specialist / EngineerProtect and innovate with top insurance provider!R 500,000 - R 946,000 per annumJoin a leading South African insurance provider focused on customer protection and innovative financial services. This is an ideal opportunity to...
Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4)
Our client is urgently looking to employ an experienced Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4) at their organizationOur client is urgently looking to employ an experienced Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4) at their organizationLocation: Midrand,...
Business Analyst IT
Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of business processes, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. The...
Senior Back-end Developer (CH1080) (FULLY REMOTE) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client is an innovative cloud-based company that leverages its software to address the legal contracting, compliance, and legal practice challenges faced by listed companies and multinationals.They are seeking a Senior Back-end Developer who is able to build...
Cyber Security Specialist – Western Cape Western Cape
Cyber Security Specialist / EngineerProtect and innovate with top insurance provider!R 500,000 - R 946,000 per annumJoin a leading South African insurance provider focused on customer protection and innovative financial services. This is an ideal opportunity to...
Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4) – Gauteng Midrand
Our client is urgently looking to employ an experienced Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4) at their organizationOur client is urgently looking to employ an experienced Wireless Network Engineer (Tier 3/Tier 4) at their organizationLocation: Midrand,...
Business Analyst IT – Gauteng Centurion
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Senior Full-stack Developer (CH1079) (FULLY REMOTE)
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Senior Angular Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Angular Developer with AWS expertise to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in front-end development using Angular (12+), TypeScript, and RxJS, as well as hands-on knowledge of...
Senior Desktop Support Technician
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