Creativity is enabled by advanced technology
Kathy Gibson reports from Lenovo Accelerate ’25 - Technology is critical to the creation of animated movies like Shrek and Kung Fu Panda – one of the reasons Lenovo has become a key partner with iconic movie studio Dreamworks. Kate Swanborg, senior vice-president of...
Integrating AI in apps a headache for software engineers
Seventy-seven percent of engineering leaders identify building AI capabilities into applications to improve features and functionality as a significant or moderate pain point, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey also found that the use of AI tools to augment...
El Niño saw global sea levels spike in 2023
Global average sea level rose by about 0,76cm from 2022 to 2023, a relatively large jump due mostly to a warming climate and the development of a strong El Niño. This NASA-led analysis is based on a sea level dataset featuring more than 30 years of satellite...
Global PC monitor market returns to growth
The global PC monitor market ended 2023 on a hopeful note, reaching 31,9-million units during the fourth quarter of 2023 (4Q23), according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly PC Monitor Tracker. This translates to year-over-year growth of...
AI, security, sustainability the major IT modernisation drivers
The use of hybrid multicloud models is forecasted to double over the next one to three years as IT decision-makers face new pressures to modernise IT infrastructures because of drivers like AI, security and sustainability. This is the headline finding from Nutanix's...
Technology and data are Africa’s most in-demand skills
The need for agility, cost flexibility, and access to critical skills became increasingly important in the 2023 talent landscape. As a result, Outsized, an on-demand talent platform that operates in Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, has seen a surge of demand...
R2,2bn shopping boost expected this Easter
Easter shopping season is expected to signal the start of a turnaround for retail in South Africa, according to a mixed method research study conducted on behalf of Capital Connect. The research forecasts that the total retail sector will benefit from a R2,219-billion...
Internet shutdowns cost the world economy $50bn
Last year, almost 750-million people worldwide were affected by government-caused Internet blockages and shutdowns. By controlling, partially blocking, or even going into full internet blackouts, governments not only cut people off from information but also caused...
AMD, Sony partner on LiDAR automotive reference design
AMD's adaptive computing technology has been selected by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) for its newest automotive LiDAR reference design. SSS and AMD joined forces to deliver a powerful and efficient LiDAR solution for use in autonomous vehicles. Using adaptive...
Intel gets $8,5bn direct funding under CHIPS Act
Intel and the US Department of Commerce have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) for up to $8,5-billion in direct funding to Intel for commercial semiconductor projects under the CHIPS and Science Act. CHIPS Act funding aims to increase US...
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Trend Micro extends Westcon-Comstor as VAD
Trend Micro it has expanded the reach of value-added distributor Westcon-Comstor to include South Africa. Already a partner with Trend Micro for sub-Saharan Africa and Indian Ocean islands, Westcon-Comstor will expand its coverage and open up new markets for the...
New NU Africa partnership with Altaro
African value-added distributor Networks Unlimited Africa has announced a partnership agreement with Altaro, a leader in backup solutions for managed service providers (MSPs), IT resellers and IT departments. Hannes Rheeder, GM: enterprise systems management and cloud...
Airtel Africa passes 100m subscribers
Airtel Africa, a telecommunications services provider with operations in 14 countries across Africa, has crossed the 100-million customers mark across its operations. Airtel Africa is the second largest mobile operator in Africa by number of active subscribers....
Vox, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise win hospitality tender
Vox, together with Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, has been awarded the PBX infrastructure tenders for the Marriott Yacht Club and the Hilton Garden Inn Mbabane. Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is one of the preferred PBX technology suppliers for The Hilton and the Marriott...
Customer-led digital innovation strategies for sustainable growth
Global economies are under pressure and leaders are constantly on the search for ways to improve customer experience, innovation and growth. By Gareth Hawkey, group CEO of redPanda Software. Deloitte recently reported that technology has created a multitude of ways to...
VMware announces Tanzu portfolio
VMware has unveiled VMware Tanzu, a new portfolio of products and services to transform the way enterprises build, run and manage software on Kubernetes. This includes a technology preview of Project Pacific - focused on transforming VMware vSphere into a Kubernetes...
Nvidia, VMware accelerate machine learning, data science, AI workloads
NVidia and VMware have announced their intent to deliver accelerated GPU services for VMware Cloud on AWS to power modern enterprise applications, including AI, machine learning and data analytics workflows. These services will enable customers to seamlessly migrate...
The cloud, reimagined
The arrival of multinational data centres has seen local organisations increasingly looking at ways of embracing cloud services and adapting their strategies to facilitate an easier transition into this environment. By Karl Reed, chief solutions officer at Elingo...
Cyber risk the Achilles heel for SMEs
Many small and medium businesses assume that they are not likely targets for a cyberattack, believing that only large corporates, banks and government institutions appeal to cyber criminals. As a result, their security measures are typically nowhere near the levels...
Master Data Management joins forces with Manta
Master Data Management (MDM) and Manta have announced a partnership agreement. The new reseller partnership allows MDM to resell, implement and support Manta's software to automatically scan, document and visualise data lineage across many different technologies -...
Project Manager (Automation) at PG Group – Eastern Cape Gqebera
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Solar PV Project Manager – Gauteng Kempton Park
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Our client is looking for a Technical Lead to design and implement new systems and features, as well as modify and maintain existing systems for adaptation to business and/or technology changes Key Requirements* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer...
Systems Analyst (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment
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Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...
Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Data Implementation Specialist at Parvana Recruitment
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