BETI struggles to gain momentum
The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), measuring the value of all electronic transactions cleared through BankservAfrica monthly at seasonally adjusted real prices, slipped further in February 2025, reflecting South Africa’s weaker economic...
New ESA supercomputer boosts space programmes
Space HPC is designed to enhance ESA’s scientific research and technological development efforts, while also providing small and medium-enterprises (SMEs) with access to resources that foster innovation and collaboration within the European space industry. The...
Speech AI model helps preserve indigenous languages
Indigenous languages are under threat. Some 3 000 - three-quarters of the total - could disappear before the end of the century. That's one every two weeks, according to UNESCO. As part of a movement to protect such languages, New Zealand's Te Hiku Media, a...
European BDA software market continues to grow
According to the Semiannual Big Data and Analytics Software Tracker published by International Data Corporation (IDC), the European BDA software market is expected to record double-digit growth during the first half of 2023, despite the macroeconomic and geopolitical...
Waste supercomputer heat, old mines could warm homes
A first-of-its-kind system in the UK is being trialled in Edinburgh to see if waste heat from a large computing facility can be stored in disused mine workings and used to warm homes. The large amounts of energy needed to power the University of Edinburgh's Advanced...
Samsung, Google Cloud join force to bring GenAI to Galaxy S24
Samsung Electronics and Google Cloud have announced a new multi-year partnership to bring Google Cloud’s generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology to Samsung smartphone users around the globe. Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series announced at Galaxy...
World Economic Forum in Davos: it’s a wrap
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, close to 3 000 policy-makers, business executives, international organisations and civil society leaders, academics and innovators from around the world came together for the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum to rebuild...
Webb reveals what early galaxies looked like
Researchers analysing images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have found that galaxies in the early universe are often flat and elongated, like surfboards and pool noodles – and are rarely round, like volleyballs or frisbees. “Roughly 50 to 80% of the galaxies...
Meteoric growth forecast for metaverse in e-commerce market
The global metaverse in the e-commerce market size is anticipated to reach $106,13-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 40% from 2024 to 2030, according to new analysis from Grand View Research. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Unauthorised IT products increase risk of cyberattacks
A new study has found that companies are at an increased risk of becoming targets of cyber incidents due to the use of shadow IT by their employees amid the growing trend towards a distributed workforce. According to global research by Kaspersky, 82% of companies...
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If your data isn’t living on the edge it should be
The end-user experience is critical when it comes to data access. From online shopping to banking and insurance, dealing with any sort of call centre or even buying groceries, nobody wants to be held hostage by slow systems. By Marius Maritz, operations manager at DMP...
Everyone should think like a hacker
Relevant cybersecurity isn't perpetuated exclusively through investment and systems, it is reliant on people and their understanding of the cyber threat. A leading ethical technology hacker in Europe, Jamie Woodruff, gained access to a well-known financial institution...
Fintech and bank partnerships can grow SMEs
The fintech adoption rate in Africa is set to soar, with South Africa ranking third in future growth, after China and India. This is due to the presence of established fintech firms and higher customer acceptance in the country. Partnerships between fintech start-ups...
Self-healing smart grids minimise blackouts
Utilities must adapt smart grids to thrive in a decarbonised, digitised and decentralised electric world. Schneider Electric encourages utilities to change the way they think about energy and how innovations, such as EcoStruxure Grid (our ecosystem of smart grids and...
Macsteel enables B2B e-commerce platform
In what it believes is a first for the steel sector, Macsteel has launched an e-commerce B2B platform to sell steel online, giving customers 24/7 access to a sales and enquiry environment. "Business is no longer constrained to the hours between 8am and 5pm, and we...
Successfully managing risk in a digital world
At a time when IT staff need to deliver on the backup, recovery, and business continuity needs of organisations, decision-makers must be able to successfully manage risk. By Kate Mollett, regional manager for Africa at Veeam In South Africa, the recent launch of...
Identity and access management has business on high alert
Identity and access management (IAM) is now a must in commerce and the need to protect digital assets (most notably data) is driving the development of solutions and widespread adoption, irrespective of the size of the business. Paul Chari, principal consultant EDC...
Helping small business tackle the IT challenge head on
The IT issues facing small businesses (SBs) are no less challenging than those facing an enterprise, yet as an industry IT continues to complicate the sales pitch and oversell technology solutions to SMEs, a market craving innovation. It is with this in mind that...
Uber partners with Old Mutual to teach driver-partners financial literacy
Driver-partners in South Africa are extremely important to Uber and for this reason, Uber is proud to bring back the Old Mutual Financial Literacy Sessions for driver-partners at no cost to them. The education sessions, which will run weekly for the next 24 months,...
Software AG named a visionary for Industrial IoT platforms
Gartner has named Software AG a Visionary in the "Magic Quadrant for Industrial IoT Platforms" report for its Cumulocity IoT Platform. This Magic Quadrant includes Niche Players and Visionaries only, due to the youth of the market. Software AG was placed furthest for...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Sandown
We are recruiting Data Engineer to join the Sandton office of a well-established fintech company. Salary BracketR40 000 to R65 000 per month CTC, depending on experience, qualification(s) and current / previous package Minimum RequirementsDegree3+ years' experience...
Telecom Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Hire Resolve's client, a leading provider of innovative telecom solutions, is currently seeking a Telecom Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless integration with MNO networks,...
DevOps at Sabenza IT – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Are you a DevOps expert ready to make an impact? We're looking for a highly skilled DevOps Consultant to join a leading consulting firm in Gauteng on a short-term contract. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex problems, and enjoy working with...
Desktop Engineer I
We are looking for a Desktop Engineer I with a passion for troubleshooting and optimizing IT systems. Skilled in hardware and software support, system configurations, and end-user assistance. Adept at diagnosing issues, ensuring seamless operations, and enhancing user...
ServiceNow Solution Architect
At iOCO, we're more than just a company; we're a dynamic team committed to pioneering solutions that matter, driving business agility, and ensuring digital resilience for our clients.We're looking for a ServiceNow Architect to assist with the ServiceNow support and...
Senior Full Stack .NET Developer
Hire Resolve's client is looking for a Senior Full Stack .NET Developer to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng. Be part of an in-house software development team in the FinTech industry for a Financial Wellness company. The team is responsible for continuously...
Desktop Engineer I – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a Desktop Engineer I with a passion for troubleshooting and optimizing IT systems. Skilled in hardware and software support, system configurations, and end-user assistance. Adept at diagnosing issues, ensuring seamless operations, and enhancing user...
ServiceNow Solution Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
At iOCO, we're more than just a company; we're a dynamic team committed to pioneering solutions that matter, driving business agility, and ensuring digital resilience for our clients.We're looking for a ServiceNow Architect to assist with the ServiceNow support and...
Senior Full Stack .NET Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
Hire Resolve's client is looking for a Senior Full Stack .NET Developer to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng. Be part of an in-house software development team in the FinTech industry for a Financial Wellness company. The team is responsible for continuously...
Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather and analyse business requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of the organization's needs and objectives. Develop comprehensive solution designs that...
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