Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

Blue Ghost touches down, delivers tech to the Moon

Carrying a suite of NASA science and technology, Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 has successfully landed on the Moon, near a volcanic feature called Mons Latreille within Mare Crisium, a more than 300-mile-wide basin located in the northeast quadrant of the...

Thunderbolt Share allows dual computer control

New Intel software lets users effortlessly share files, screens and common peripherals between Windows PCs for a faster, more fluid workflow. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence has significantly increased demand for developers who can create new AI-powered...

CIOs pivotal to navigating change in the digital business era

Today's CIOs have evolved from managing IT infrastructure and ensuring systems' efficiency to become key business strategists. They stand at the intersection of technology and business, leveraging innovations to shape organizational directions, create value, and boost...

Smart devices market has bottomed out

The smart devices market is slowed and still at a low point against the gradually recovering society and economy in 2023. However, the Double 11 shopping season in China 2023 brought up positive surprises. As consumer demand is thawing, finding an affordable...

Top trends impacting infrastructure and operations

Gartner has highlighted the six trends that will have significant impact on infrastructure and operations (I&O) over the next 12 to 18 months. "I&O leaders have little time, skills and budget to track emerging trends and the full impact of those on I&O,"...

Tech industry boosts climate commitment

Members of the global tech sector have committed to increase action to help solve the climate crisis through Green Digital Action at COP28 in Dubai. The commitments from tech companies and governments - including mitigation and adaptation efforts - came at the first...

WiFi predictions for 2024

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has released its Annual Industry Report 2024, outlining 10 predictions for 2024 and beyond that are expected to change the way wireless technology is used by communities and businesses across the world, including improved...

Security threats consumers should look out for in 2024

Predictions from the Kaspersky Security Bulletin (KSB) point to a diverse array of challenges, where cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging both trending topics and advanced technologies. * Increased charity scams - According to the UN, 2023 experienced the...

Hardcopy peripherals shipments dip in Q3

The global hardcopy peripherals market recorded 19.5 million units shipped in the third quarter of 2023 (3Q23), down 7,9% compared to the third quarter of 2022. The decline was caused by sluggish consumer demand and a pessimistic economic outlook, according to new...

MD cuts tenure at SITA short

Just nine months into his five-year contract as MD of the State IT Agency (SITA), Dr Bongani Mabaso is stepping down. Dr Mabaso joined Sita on 1 April 2023, on a fixed-term contract for five years. In a statement today (8 December), SITA says he has decided to pursue...

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Westcon-Comstor SMME partners take centre stage at Cisco Connect

Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan Africa is emphasising reseller development, enablement and empowerment, by providing nine of its SMME Cisco partners across Africa the opportunity to showcase their businesses and services at the upcoming Cisco Connect event by way of the...

Tips for a business continuity plan that works

According to research conducted by the Business Continuity Institute in 2019, 71% of organisations activated their response plans at least once over the past year. "This finding is consistent with the previous year's survey, and indicates just how important it is to...

Arcserve unveils new unified data protection solution

Arcserve showcased its new version of Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP), at Nutanix's annual .NEXT Americas conference held earlier this month in California. Arcserve UDP is powered by heterogeneous, image-based technology designed to remove the multiple points...

Lessons learned from the latest WhatsApp hack

We were once again reminded that mobile devices, the one thing most of us never leave home without, are vulnerable to attacks. And once again, private individuals were attacked. Cyber security vendor Check Point unpacks the latest attacks and draws some conclusions....

F5 completes acquisition of NGINX

Multi-cloud application services provider F5 Networks has completed the acquisition of NGINX, an open source application delivery vendor. On 11 March 2019, F5 announced that it had entered into an agreement to acquire NGINX. The combined company will enable...

Fujitsu, Veeam partner on simplified backup and recovery

Fujitsu and Veeam are focusing on simplifying backup and recovery for customers running mission-critical virtual machines in the data centre. This new partnership delivers increased availability of data and faster recovery from disasters and unplanned system downtime....

How to get the best out of fibre

South Africa's high-speed broadband Internet sector is a model of consumer choice, with consumers able to choose from a variety of ISPs providing Internet access and other services over the open-access fibre networks being rolled out across South Africa. However,...

Vox launches customised firewall service for SMEs

In light of the growing number of cyber threats facing modern organisations, integrated ICT and infrastructure provider Vox has announced the launch of a Managed Firewall Service aimed specifically at the country's small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies...

Preparing customers for new cyber security regulations is crucial

Organisations across the board are under pressure to secure their data, and act decisively and transparently should they suffer a security event. Slow responses to data breaches, translate into massive fines from regulators, and more damagingly, loss of reputation and...

Commvault extends data recovery support to Nutanix Files 3.5

Commvault has announced that Commvault Complete Backup and Recovery tightly integrates data protection for Nutanix Files 3.5. The introduction of Nutanix Files 3.5 offers an enterprise-grade scale-out file storage solution leveraging the cloud-like flexibility of the...

Systems Analyst (VAS & RSE & Store Portal)

We are looking for 2 Systems Analyst Systems Analyst (Mobile & VAS) - is to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of digital products and services across all channels.Systems Analyst (RSE & Store Portal) - is to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the...

CRM Developer

The Development of CRM model driven apps to facilitate lead management.This involves developing custom automation and business process using MS Dynamics MS Dynamics Sales, Service, Marketing experience.Development, configuration and deployment of model driven...

Integration Engineer

Senior Integration Engineer with relevant IT Degree and minimum 6 years experience as an IT Professional with software and data design, system design and integration and Cloud experience, required to the IT Solutions Team of an Asset Management Company based in...

Senior Data Analyst

Job Title: Senior Data AnalystLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (6-12 Month contract)Hybrid Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analyst to join the business. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analysing financial...

Senior Software Engineer

Our client prides themselves on delivering a world-class payments service with a seamless and secure checkout, enterprise-grade security and personalised multi-channel support to every business they partner with... About the role.. We integrate easily with leading...

Python Developer for Hardware Integration – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in mining technology, specializing in advanced analytics and solutions, is seeking an experienced Python Developer with a focus on hardware integration to join their team in Sandton. This role involves developing and optimizing software...

CRM Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

The Development of CRM model driven apps to facilitate lead management.This involves developing custom automation and business process using MS Dynamics MS Dynamics Sales, Service, Marketing experience.Development, configuration and deployment of model driven...

Integration Engineer – Western Cape Constantia

Senior Integration Engineer with relevant IT Degree and minimum 6 years experience as an IT Professional with software and data design, system design and integration and Cloud experience, required to the IT Solutions Team of an Asset Management Company based in...

Senior Data Analyst – Gauteng Randburg

Job Title: Senior Data AnalystLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (6-12 Month contract)Hybrid Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analyst to join the business. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analysing financial...

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