PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Cloud security report exposes dangerous blind spots

Systemic weaknesses, including alert fatigue, fragmented toolsets, and a widespread inability for organisations to detect lateral movement or defend against AI-driven attacks, leaves enterprises dangerously exposed. This is among the findings from Check Point Software...

AI, quantum, neurotechnology could unlock brain-machine interface

IBM has entered a joint study agreement with Inclusive Brains, which specialises in non-invasive neurotechnologies and multimodal artificial intelligence, to experiment with advanced AI and quantum machine learning techniques. The aim of the joint study is to boost...

GenAI revolution heats up in Asia/Pacific

IDC's latest Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide reveals that the Asia/Pacific region is witnessing an unprecedented surge in generative AI (GenAI) adoption including software, services, and hardware for AI-centric systems and with spending projected to soar...

Dove challenges AI representation of beauty

Dove has launched a report titled The Real State of Beauty, a global study that aims to understand how beauty impacts women and girls today. A staggering 63% of South African women - and 35% of girls aged 10 to 17 - grapple with mid to low levels of "body esteem" and...

The whole truth about whole grains

According to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - The Whole Truth about Whole Grains - there is huge opportunity in food system transformation, but it's critical to change what is grown, processed, and consumed thoughtfully and gradually. Currently, most...

There’s a wealth of opportunities in African banking

While the African banking market has seen a withdrawal of global banks over the last five years, the opportunity for localised banking has seen the opposite, driven by the expansion of African banking groups into the continent and led mostly by South African, West...

EU AI Act will have global implications

Kathy Gibson reports – When the European Union (EU) passed the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act last month, it set a comprehensive legal framework for rules on data quality, transparency, human oversight and accountability. Under the new legislation, AI applications...

Counting down to a Bitcoin halving that could be a non-event

The Bitcoin halving – probably taking place on Friday or Saturday – is likely to be a “price non-event”. This is the prediction from Nigel Green, MD of deVere Group. The halving is expected to take place on April 19 or 20, depending on the exact current rate at which...

Two Oceans Marathon now among world’s safest road races

Cape Town’s Two Oceans Marathon is Africa’s biggest running event by economic impact and, after another successful event this past weekend, the 56km race has cemented its reputation as one of the globe’s safest. Widely acknowledged as the world’s most beautiful road...

AI chips and robotics can change our world

AI chips can empower the intelligence of robotics with the future potential for smarter and more independent cars and robots, according to IDTechEx. Alongside the uses of Chat GPT and chatting with robots at home, the potential for this technology to enhance working...

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Cryptocurrencies can drive the UK’s growth post-Brexit

With more than enough of our own political highs and lows to occupy our headlines, the vagaries of British politics don't often win the spotlight at South African dinner tables. By Nic Haralambous, chief operating officer of Coindirect But the looming Brexit deadline...

Liquid Telecom wins three awards

Liquid Telecom has won the 'Best African Wholesale Carrier' award for the eighth consecutive year at the Global Carrier Awards and was also recognised at the World Communications awards for the best 'Regional Wholesale Operator of the Year' for a second year in a row....

BlackFog partners with Mustek

BlackFog, has signed a distribution agreement with Mustek to resell its data privacy and cybersecurity solution. Mustek's multinational product portfolio includes: Acer, ASUS, Samsung, Lenovo, Brother, and Microsoft Volume Licensing among others. It will now add...

Tax advisory service for SARS-embattled clients

In the current economic climate many cash-strapped businesses find themselves unable to pay their outstanding tax debt to SARS. Some try to put the problem on hold by not submitting a tax return but, according to Ian McAlister, GM of CRS Technologies, not only are the...

New initiative aims to equip Ethiopian youth

More than 10-million young people are expected to access dignified and fulfilling work opportunities in Ethiopia by 2030. This follows the launch of the Young Africa Works in Ethiopia initiative by Mastercard Foundation, that will seek to create employment...

MiX Telematics launches in-cab upgrade

MiX Telematics has announced an upgrade to its MiX Vision solution. MiX Vision integrates seamlessly with existing flagship products and delivers driver- and road-facing cameras for fleet managers to conveniently obtain an accurate view of their fleet operations. The...

Reflex expands fibre network in Kwa-Zulu Natal

ICT services company Reflex Solutions has expanded its dark fibre network in the Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN) region. The Reflex fibre network in KZN is 280km long and will extend from Ballito in the North Coast to Port Shepstone in the South Coast to Pietermaritzburg, the...

Workonline launches Remote Cloud Connect in Africa

Global network service provider Workonline Communications has launched Remote Cloud Connect, facilitating access to cloud services for Workonline customers over a dedicated Ethernet Virtual Private Line (EVPL) service. This low latency cloud solution enables customers...

Life Healthcare uses app to boost stroke services

As South Africa commemorates World Stroke Week this week (28 October to 3 November), Life Healthcare Group has turned to technology to help improve critical services to stroke patients in its facilities. Worldwide, stroke is the second leading cause of death and the...

DeepFakes: when seeing isn’t believing

Deepfake technology is rapidly becoming easier and quicker to create and it's opening a door into a new form of cybercrime. Although it's still mostly seen as relatively harmful or even humorous, this craze could take a more sinister turn in the future and be at the...

Systems Analyst (Mobile product) (CH1108)

Our client, in the banking industry, is looking for a System Analyst in their team, supporting their prepaid mobile service that offers airtime, data, minutes, and SMSs. The product is a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) that runs on one of the established...

CNC Programmer

Key Responsibilities CNC Programming & Machining:Program, set, and operate 3- and 4-axis CNC milling machines and CNC lathes using Fanuc controls.Develop and optimize CNC programs using Fusion 360, Mastercam, EdgeCam, or similar CAM software.Troubleshoot and...

Senior Java Developer

Are you a Java expert ready to build high-performance applications? We're looking for a Senior Java Developer skilled in Java EE, Spring Boot, AWS, SOAP/REST APIs, Hibernate, and SQL/Oracle. Join us to drive innovation, collaborate with top talent, and shape the...

Business Systems Analyst

Job description:You will be working as part of an IT delivery team responsible for the development, configuration and support of various IT business systems. If you have a passion for the more technical side of business analysis with a strong focus on systems, you...

CNC Programmer – Western Cape Maitland

Key Responsibilities CNC Programming & Machining:Program, set, and operate 3- and 4-axis CNC milling machines and CNC lathes using Fanuc controls.Develop and optimize CNC programs using Fusion 360, Mastercam, EdgeCam, or similar CAM software.Troubleshoot and...

Senior Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you a Java expert ready to build high-performance applications? We're looking for a Senior Java Developer skilled in Java EE, Spring Boot, AWS, SOAP/REST APIs, Hibernate, and SQL/Oracle. Join us to drive innovation, collaborate with top talent, and shape the...

Business Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Job description:You will be working as part of an IT delivery team responsible for the development, configuration and support of various IT business systems. If you have a passion for the more technical side of business analysis with a strong focus on systems, you...

Senior Back-end Developer (CH1080) (FULLY REMOTE)

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

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...

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