AI-driven cartels challenge traditional antitrust systems
Digital cartels and algorithmic coordination could threaten antitrust processes and automatically collaborate on pricing. This was one of the topics under discussion at the 10th Anniversary International Conference “Antitrust Policy: Science, Practice, Education...
Those harmless utilities could be adware in disguise
Check Point researchers identified a network of Android applications on Google Play masquerading as harmless utility and emoji-editing tools. But, behind their cheerful icons, these apps created a persistent background advertising engine - one that kept running even...
Key trends as fintech borrowing goes mainstream
South Africa’s fintech sector is undergoing rapid transformation, signalling a major shift in how consumers will engage with credit in the next five years, and beyond. As digital adoption accelerates, lenders will need to adapt their approach to South African...
AI-optimised IaaS set to grow AI infrastructure
AI-optimised infrastructure as a service (IaaS) is emerging as the next disruptive growth engine for AI infrastructure. As a result, end-user spending is projected to grow 146% by the end of 2025, according to Gartner. The AI-optimised IaaS market includes spending on...
Organisations fail to train AI users on security
A massive 72,5% of professionals surveyed in South Africa say that they use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for work tasks – but only 30% have received training on the cybersecurity aspects of using neural networks, which is one of the critical elements of...
Oracle and AMD expand AI partnership
In Q3 of next year, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) will be a launch partner for the first publicly available AI supercluster powered by 50 000 AMD Instinct MI450 Series GPUs. Demand for large-scale AI capacity is accelerating as next-generation AI models outgrow...
CFOs trim overhead, retain revenue growth ambitions
Chief financial officers (CFOs) are entering the 2026 budget cycle with a clear mandate to balance growth ambitions with disciplined cost management amid economic uncertainty, according to a survey by Gartner. According to Gartner’s 2026 Budget Assumptions survey of...
Vodacom launches Eco-Warriors Sustainability Competition
Vodacom South Africa has launched the Eco-Warriors Sustainability Competition, a nationwide learner-led initiative set to mobilise the country’s next generation of environmental leaders. Targeting Grade 9 to 11 learners from Vodacom-supported Schools of Excellence...
SA users continue to invest in crypto
South Africans continue to demonstrate an appetite for cryptocurrency, with more than 530 000 new customers signing up to Luno in the past 12 months. This brings the platform's South African user base to over 6,3-million, out of 15-million customers worldwide. Luno's...
Windows 10 end-of-life drives PC shipments up
Worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 69-million units in the third quarter of 2025, an 8,2% increase from the third quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. “In the third quarter of 2025, worldwide PC shipments were driven by the Windows 10...
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Cybersecurity, cyber resilience requirements come into force soon
Financial institutions have until 1 June 2025 to comply with South Africa's Joint Standard 2 of 2024: Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience, published by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) and the Prudential Authority (Authorities) in May 2024. "The Joint...
AI could be a game changer for Africa’s youth
AI can be transformative for Africa, but the continent must move quickly to empower its youth to optimise the technology’s potential. This is according to Prof. Abejide Ade-Abjola, Professor of AI and Applications at the Johannesburg Business School at the University...
How to reap the benefits of Africa’s solar boom
With 2,5 gigawatts-peak (GWp) of solar capacity added across Africa in 2024 and 194,34 GWp expected in 2025, the continent is fast becoming a global hotspot for solar energy growth. Leading this shift are the commercial and industrial (C&I) sectors, where...
Trends, strategies and challenges for AI in manufacturing
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing is opening up exciting opportunities to improve decision-making, predictive maintenance and quality control. By Kevin Dherman, chief innovation officer at Syspro AI-driven technologies empower manufacturers...
Synthesis partners with Remapped
Synthesis Software Technologies has announced a new partnership with Remapped, a SaaS platform that significantly accelerates and optimises Oracle workload assessments for AWS cloud migrations. Synthesis is the first partner to bring this transformative solution to...
Bolt drivers get dash cam app
Shared mobility platform Bolt has launched a dash cam partnership for driver partners nationwide in South Africa. The offer, provided in partnership with dash cam and safety technology provider Driver Technologies, allows Bolt driver partners to turn their mobile...
Zoho debuts AI capabilities in low-code development platform
Zoho has launched new services and features within Zoho Creator, the company's low-code application development platform. Zoho Creator's new AI assistant, CoCreator, facilitates faster, simpler, and more intelligent app building by using voice and written prompts,...
SMBs drive demand for affordable hosting
Metrofile Cloud has launched it Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting solution, a tailored service empowers SMBs with dedicated resources within a shared environment, enabling them to compete effectively online without significant financial investment. "Metrofile...
Qlik announces close of significant investment
Qlik has announced the close of a previously disclosed significant minority investment led by a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). As part of the transaction, software investment firm Thoma Bravo remains Qlik’s majority owner and has...
Belgium Campus ITversity partners with UIPath
Belgium Campus iTversity has partnered with UiPath to advance its training capabilities in software automation and AI. By becoming an UiPath Academic Alliance member, the education institution will access UiPath’s automation and AI curricula. Dr Jannie Zaaiman, CE of...
Technical Specialist: Property – Coverage & Origination – Gauteng Halfway House
About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Technical Specialist in the Property sector to join a dynamic infrastructure investment team. The successful candidate will ensure that property sector investments are technically sound, financially viable, environmentally...
Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a Project Manager for a fully in-office role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements Bachelors Degree in Project Management or related fields; Diploma in Project Management with National Senior Certificate (NSC)Experience Project management in...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 3337
Requirement AnalysisDevelopment and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...
Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 3337 – Gauteng Pretoria
Requirement AnalysisDevelopment and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...
Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Technical Leader
A leading South African technology company specialising in mobile software development and digital innovation is looking for a Technical Leader to join its dynamic team. The company designs and builds scalable mobile platforms and enterprise-grade applications that...
Technical Specialist: Energy-Power – Coverage & Origination
About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Technical Specialist in the Energy (Power) sector to join a dynamic infrastructure investment team. The successful candidate will ensure that energy sector investments are technically sound, financially viable,...
Junior Project Manager at Mancosa
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET-registered and CHE-accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available.Duties & ResponsibilitiesCORE PURPOSEMANCOSA is...
Technical Leader – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading South African technology company specialising in mobile software development and digital innovation is looking for a Technical Leader to join its dynamic team. The company designs and builds scalable mobile platforms and enterprise-grade applications that...
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