Banks expect to hand decisions to AI – even if they can’t explain them

Banks are racing toward a future where AI no longer merely informs key credit, treasury, and risk decisions – it makes them autonomously. Yet AI governance is not keeping pace with adoption, according to new AI risk research by FT Longitude, SAS and Microsoft. Even as...

Mankind’s first journey to another star set for 2029 launch

Plans are underway for mankind’s first journey to another star – a trip that is expected to take about 80 000 years. The Fermi Explorer Mission, a nonprofit organisation, hopes to set off for Alpha Centauri by 2029. The more than 40-trillion kilometre journey is...

IT spend will breach $7trn for the first time in 2027

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $7,35-trillion in 2027, up 15% from 2026, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Collectively, the market forces are reinforcing spend around AI infrastructure, AI-enabled cloud platforms, and advanced software...

As African CEOs embrace AI, ROI is still elusive

By Kathy Gibson - African companies are in the middle of learning and adopting artificial intelligence (AI), and adapting to the changes it brings. But they are also looking beyond adoption at how to measure value from their AI investments, says Ladi Asuni, partner...

Manufacturer confidence drops in Q3

Despite notable gains in sales and production activity in certain manufacturing subsectors, overall business confidence remains under severe pressure. This is according to the Q3 Absa Manufacturing Survey, which shows that business confidence dropped by 10 points to...

WLAN market growth gains momentum

The enterprise worldwide wireless local area network (WLAN) market grew 13,2% in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25) compared to 2Q24 to reach $2,6-billion and building on the market’s growth momentum from the previous quarter, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide...

Telecoms are cyber attackers’ prime targets

Telecoms, mass media and construction development companies were the top cyberattack targets in the first half of 2024, says Kaspersky, with telecoms facing the greatest number of incidents - likely due to attackers' interest in sensitive data and trusted...

New report delves into quantum trends

Quantum technology exists in unsuspecting places, including cameras, computers, and smartphones. While quantum technology research has existed in various forms for over a hundred years, the 21st century has an increased effort towards commercialisation, and the market...

July 2024 sets new heat records

Earth's hottest day since records began in the 19th century was 22 July 2024, according to a NASA analysis of global daily temperature data. The previous two days, 21 July and 23 July of this year, also exceeded the previous daily record, set in July 2023. These...

Strong start to Q3 as July PMI surges to 52.4

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) increased by 6.7 points to 52.4 in July 2024, up from 45.7 in June 2024, reflecting a solid start to the third quarter following a weak May and June. The survey results show that both domestic and global...

AI-enhanced malicious attacks again a top emerging risk

Concern about artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced malicious attacks again topped Gartner's emerging risk rankings in the second quarter of 2024. Additionally, new concerns regarding soft ransomware targets are also coming to the forefront of enterprise risks....

Phenomenal growth forecast for Gen AI smartphones

The future of the smartphone industry is set to be transformed as worldwide generative AI (GenAI) smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 363,6% YoY in 2024 to 234,2-million units, according to a new International Data Corporation (IDC) forecast. This represents 19%...

Nominations open for 2024 IITPSA President’s Awards

Nominations are now open for the Institute of Information Technology Professionals (IITPSA) President's Awards - which this year includes a new award category for IITPSA members - and which will encompass the theme of "Celebrating leaders in ethical digital...

Cloud-based solutions driving network security growth

The worldwide network security market - including firewall, SSE, traditional SWG appliance, WAF, and ADC segments - is expected to grow to nearly $40-billion by 2028, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. This growth will be driven by a significant shift in...

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Corr-Serve strengthens security portfolio

Distributor Corr-Serve has added US-based Seceon, a pioneer in fully-automated, realtime cyber threat detection, containment and elimination for enterprises and MSSPs, to its stable of security and IT operations products in southern Africa. This is in response to...

Back to school in the mobile age

Keeping children safe from predators means parents must now ensure their protection extends to the digital realm. “A parent’s physical protection is no longer adequate in our connected age where the digital and real worlds collide,” says Ilonka Badenhorst, GM of SA’s...

Ricoh creates solar panel that charges under indoor light

Ricoh has created a solar panel capable of charging under indoor lights. Technically, the new panel is a solid-state, dye-sensitised solar cell that mimics the same photosynthesis process plants use to harness the sun’s energy to make glucose and oxygen from carbon...

GotBot AI secures multi-million-rand investment

African tech startups Gotbot AI has received an investment boost to the value of R2,5-million from venture capital firm Capacitech. The first such investment of its kind for Gotbot AI will mean the company’s co-founders Nick Argyros and Chris Green, along with chief...

Vox Click4Support helps SMEs keep PCs protected

Vox has introduced Click4Support, a monthly per user subscription service that provides small South African businesses with robust antivirus software, ensures that their laptop and desktop PCs are kept updated, and gives them easy access to remote support if required....

Salt acquires Recruit Digital to open in SA

Salt Recruitment Group (UK) has part-acquired Recruit Digital (SA) to form Salt South Africa, becoming the firm's 10th office globally. Salt specialises in digital roles with a specific focus on creative, marketing, sales and technology, and currently has 9 offices...

Third-party policies improve compensation outcomes

Nearly three-quarters (71%) of enterprises which have specific data usage guidelines for partners and subcontractors received compensation after an incident that affected suppliers they share information with. In comparison, only 22% of organisations of the same size...

E-commerce improves the lives of women

An e-commerce platform is helping women in East Africa access menstrual care, personal care and women's health products. The platform is optimised to provide confidential access to products such as contraceptives and HIV self-test kits that are stigmatising to get...

3M concludes Acelity acquisition

3M has completed its previously announced acquisition of Acelity, and its KCI subsidiaries worldwide. Acelity is a global medical technology company focused on advanced wound care and specialty surgical applications marketed under the KCI brand. "This announcement is...

Ricoh earns top EcoVadis sustainability award again

EcoVadis has awarded Ricoh its highest rating for sustainability, continuing Ricoh's Gold-winning streak since its inauguration to the position in 2014. Ricoh this year competed against companies from 155 countries, across 198 business sectors, including assessments...

Full-Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written...

BI Analyst 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...

Business Analyst

Seeking an experienced Business Analyst in Cape Town (Bellville) to translate business needs into functional requirements and support system implementation and testing. Key Requirements Degree in B Eng (Industrial) or other engineering qualification4+ years'...

IT Support Technician – Western Cape Century City

IT Support Engineer Our Client is involved in the global travel industry. They are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and proactive IT Support Engineer to join their global team.Based at their offices in Century City, this role will primarily focus on ensuring...

Network Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Full-Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...

BI Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

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...

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