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...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Nvidia powers world’s largest quantum research supercomputer

Nvidia has announced the opening of the Global Research and Development Centre for Business by Quantum-AI Technology (G-QuAT), which hosts ABCI-Q — the world’s largest research supercomputer dedicated to quantum computing. Quantum processors promise to augment AI...

xAI responds to Grok’s ‘white genocide’ remarks

xAI has updated the AI-powered Grok chatbot after it posted comments about white genocide in South Africa without citing research or sources. The company found that, on 14 May, an unauthorised modification was made to the Grok response bot’s prompt on X. “This change,...

Cybersecurity a resilient force TMT deal activity declines

Despite a decline in overall deal activity within the tech, media, and telecom (TMT) sector, cybersecurity has emerged as a resilient outlier. With escalating cyber threats globally, companies are prioritizing investments in cybersecurity capabilities, leading to a...

SA channel partners say data is key to growth

Channel partners in South Africa see data as both their biggest challenge and a major opportunity as they look to achieve growth and transition to recurring revenue models, according to new research. Westcon-Comstor surveyed more than 500 senior decision makers at...

Multicloud provides the best of both worlds

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - The multicloud environment is gaining in popularity as IT leaders opt for best-of-breed capabilities to achieve differentiated outcomes. "They want the cloud experience, with its flexibility," says Ben Steyn, pre-sales at...

Cloud complexities drive new challenges

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Cloud computing was punted as the solution to any business and IT challenges - but has spawned new challenges of its own. There was $26-billion in wasted cloud expenditure in 2021, explains Nutanix's Gerhard Fourie. But...

Cyber resilience key to data protection, recovery

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - There is no longer any debate about whether organisations are going to be hit by cyberattacks - it's a case of when it will happen, and how often. This is the word from Ganeshan Naidoo, a systems engineer from Dell...

Removing the complexity from IT security

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Technology has made a lot of things in our lives simpler - but it seems that cybersecurity and data protection has become more complicated. Jacques Smit, strategic partner executive at Acronis South Africa and Africa,...

Micro-segmentation secures network traffic

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Cybersecurity is the biggest risk facing organisations in 2024, putting resellers under pressure to provide effective security solutions. Pinnacle Enterprise distributes the Guardicore Centra solution, a...

Nvidia leads the AI charge

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle Tech Tour - Nvidia has traditionally been associated with gaming and cryptocurrency mining - but it's GPU technologies are also leading the market in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Belinda Duke, business development...

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In order for any organisation to succeed, customer experience (CX) has to be a major priority. After all, the better someone feels about their interaction with an organisation, the more likely they are to keep coming back. By Ross Sibbald, commercial director of...

Organisations with pro-disability policies can outperform those without

Businesses not only have a legal and moral obligation to hire people living with disabilities, but they also stand to benefit financially from tax breaks and government incentives. This is according to transformation specialist, Roxanne Da Mata Gonçalves of Strata-g...

The rise of nation-state attacks

A new phase of cyber warfare has begun, writes Simon McCullough, major channel account manager at F5 Networks. Hackers acting on behalf of nation-state powers are no longer just out to disrupt critical infrastructures - they're also actively seeking trade secrets. New...

5G could be the great enabler

The 5G networks that stand at the edge of deployment demand artificial intelligence. They fuel and empower it. Their potential is so much greater than the previous generation of network that they are set to drive AI capability into every aspect of society. With...

Africa champions flexible workspace revolution

The African workforce is mushrooming, and by 2035, its numbers will have increased by more than the rest of the world's regions combined. According to World Bank analysts, this expanded working-age population could lead to a growth in GDP of up to 15% - equivalent to...

Seamless cell signal with Cel-Fi Prime

Cel-Fi Prime is a cell signal booster designed to improve indoor voice and data coverage in up to two bands for 3G/4G/LTE for small indoor spaces. It offers plug-and-play cellular coverage for a room, storefront, kiosk, apartment or similar space, enabling clear and...

Data literacy, transcendent BI reshapre the future of business

The real value of data lies not in its volume, but in the threads that are pulled to untangle potential, tell powerful business stories and provide the clarity needed to pull the right business levers to redefine the future. By David Slotow, CEO of Trackmatic...

Vox unveils estate-focused visitor management solution

Vox has expanded its cloud-based Visitor Management solution to cater for the needs of small multi-dwelling unit estates and large residential estates. The expansion comes complete with an enterprise estate management application, providing body corporates and...

The network is the digital heart of a small business

Small businesses need to work at speed, they need to deliver on time and not just in time, with fewer employees than their enterprise counterparts, and in order to achieve this they need technology. In support of these needs Westcon-Comstor is providing smarter and...

New Portégé devices are lightweight, robust

Dynabook Europe has announced the Portégé A30-E, a lightweight, reliable and durable business laptop, combining the latest in security and connectivity features for the mobile worker. Designed for the mid-market, enterprise, education and public sector segments, the...

Intermediate Java Software – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for an Intermediate Java Software Engineer to build and implement functional software products. You will work with other Software Engineers throughout the software development life cycle. Key Requirements Proven experience as a Software...

Project Manager at Unique Hydra (Pty) Ltd

A Bachelor's degree or other relevant Tertiary Qualification in Engineering or related field is required complimented by not less than Minimum 3-5 years' plus solid experience as a Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager in Technical Projects, in the design and...

Business Analyst (Financial) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Senior Java Developer

Are you an expert in Java looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer to drive innovation and build top-tier software solutions. If you have a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, along...

Senior Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you an expert in Java looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer to drive innovation and build top-tier software solutions. If you have a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, along...

Cybersecurity Specialist (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A reputable Financial Services Group seeks the technical expertise of a Cybersecurity Specialist with at least 5-10 years' experience in a technical hands-on administrative or engineering role responsible for Cybersecurity toolsets. Your role will include...

Senior Frontend Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge FinTech company seeks the coding expertise of an energetic & dynamic Senior Frontend Developer to join its team. Your role will include the design and development of complex application systems, participating in application architecture...

Senior HubSpot Developer

This role demands a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional client-facing skills. The ideal candidate will lead large-scale technical projects, develop advanced integrations, and guide clients through their digital transformation journey,...

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