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...

Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Strong revenue growth for US IT distribution

Sales through distribution in North America posted a second consecutive quarter of growth in the first quarter of 2025. Distributor Revenues came in at $19,9-billion which is a 7,6% increase year-over-year, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) North...

IBM Cloud first to deploy Intel Gaudi 3

IBM is the first cloud service provider to make Intel Gaudi 3 AI accelerators available to customers, a move designed to make powerful artificial intelligence capabilities more accessible and to directly address the high cost of specialised AI hardware. For Intel, the...

Nvidia CEO promotes sovereign AI for every country

Every country needs to own the production of their own intelligence, Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang told attendees at the World Governments Summit in Dubai this week. Huang, speaking as part of a fireside chat with the UAE's Minister of AI, Omar Al Olama,...

IBM concedes patent filing leadership

After 29 years of dominating patent acquisition, IBM finds itself at a crossroads as its patent filings plummeted by nearly 60% in just two years. According to Stocklytics.com, the decline comes as tech giants such as Samsung and TSMC pivot their focus towards...

Dominated by Open AI and Meta, GenAI races past $66bn

The generative AI market exceeded the $66-billion mark, with Open AI and Meta AI flagging their dominance with 56% market share. This is according to Stocklytics financial analyst Edith Reads, who comments: "The start of Chat GPT in 2022 was the first plunge into...

Digital transformation shows no signs of slowing down

The global digital transformation market size is anticipated to reach $4,617-trillion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 27,6% from 2024 to 2030, according to new report by Grand View Research. Digital transformation assists companies in improving their...

Dating app users at higher risk of online harassment

In an era where online interactions increasingly shape our social lives, the occurrence of online harassment poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of individuals, particularly those engaging in online dating. Incogni researchers have found that...

Beast Foundation promotes female-focused leadership

The Beast Foundation, in collaboration with Elyseum Family Office (Elyseum), has launched the Lead Like a Girl programme aimed at empowering young women from underprivileged backgrounds in South Africa and Zimbabwe, providing them with opportunities to realise their...

Irish Tech Challenge SA winners showcase SDG innovations

The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa has announced that the 2023 winning cohort is set to travel to Ireland for a 10-day curated immersion and networking programme with access to top industry leaders and potential for further funding. The Irish Tech Challenge seeks...

Smart government market tipped to hit $117,3bn

The global smart government market size is expected to reach $117,36-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The widespread digitization and global connectivity have prompted governments to...

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Are you prepared for the worst case scenario?

Too many organisations take a reactive, rather than a proactive, stance toward incident response, says Simon Campbell-Young, MD of Credence Security. "These days, it's not a question of if a company will be breached, but when. Businesses tend to focus on threat...

The future of connections

The rising prices of utilities are making South Africans a lot more conscious of their consumption. Here, the Internet of Things (IoT) can play a key role in enabling consumers to monitor and manage their consumption, ultimately reducing costs. In South Africa's eight...

Staying ahead of today’s biggest risks

Companies today have a multitude of risks to deal with, and each one requires its own measures of mitigation. However, certain risks remain top of the pile, according to a survey of operational risk practitioners across the globe. The threat of data loss through cyber...

Delivering the experience your customers demand

How you can deliver a seamless in-branch customer experience? By Andrew Small, BT vice-president: unified communications and contact centres. When I talk to CIOs, they often talk about the challenges they have in their branches or stores with employee and customer...

Machine learning will lead to better consumer engagement

Science fiction movies and novels did an amazing job of creating and dramatising encounters with artificial intelligence (AI). But did it prepare us for the real world of AI? Unfortunately not, writes Jarred Mailer-Lyons, head of digital at The MediaShop Most people...

A smart geyser that tells you when it’s fit to burst

It turns out geyser-related issues cause some of the country's most common household insurance claims, according to short-term insurer Santam. It's not just replacing the equipment that's expensive. It's all the damage it can wreak when it goes wrong. Think where your...

Ghana aims to be African 4IR showcase

"With the correct digital skills and technologies, and close collaboration between the public and private sectors, Ghana can build the capacity to play a leading role in the story of Africa's reinvention as an innovation powerhouse during the Fourth Industrial Era."...

Dubai’s journey to blockchain-powered government

In 2016, the desert metropolis of Dubai set its sights on claiming the moniker of 'world's first blockchain-powered city' for itself. A burgeoning hub of economic development, the city needed more agile government processes - particularly for the business,...

FAIS compliance a business imperative

The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) is designed to create a professional code of conduct with specific outcomes and measurements which Financial Services Providers (FSPs) must comply with. Angelique Strumpher, administration manager at...

Is on-the-job experience necessary for entry level jobs?

Lyle Malander, director of Malander Placement, says the scraping of mandatory experience from entry-level jobs will go beyond getting young people into the world of work. It will equip more youth with business skills to assist them in entering the world of...

Senior CRM Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

The successful candidate will do software development on the CRM platform and client facing portals used by company Advisers nationally. The candidate will report to the Development manager.4Develop components of the CRM platform, as well as the client facing portals,...

ITS Systems Analyst

Out Client is looking for ITS Systems Analyst who will understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders...

Project Manager

Project Manager - Equipment Manufacture and Field Service Management Location: Springs, East RandPosition OverviewSeeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee equipment builds and lead field service teams. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within...

Server Administrator

Join Our Clients Team as a Server Administrator!Are you a tech-savvy professional with a knack for managing server infrastructure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a tangible impact? If so, we want YOU to join our clients team as a...

Project Manager (Hybrid)

Job Title: Project ManagerReporting to: Operations Director - AfricaLocation and type: Hybrid position, Cape Town based. JOB SUMMARYThe core function of the Project Manager would be to plan, implement and execute the required projects as per the standard project...

ITS Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Out Client is looking for ITS Systems Analyst who will understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders...

Project Manager – Remote Remote

Project Manager - Equipment Manufacture and Field Service Management Location: Springs, East RandPosition OverviewSeeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee equipment builds and lead field service teams. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within...

Server Administrator – Remote Remote

Join Our Clients Team as a Server Administrator!Are you a tech-savvy professional with a knack for managing server infrastructure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a tangible impact? If so, we want YOU to join our clients team as a...

Project Manager (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Job Title: Project ManagerReporting to: Operations Director - AfricaLocation and type: Hybrid position, Cape Town based. JOB SUMMARYThe core function of the Project Manager would be to plan, implement and execute the required projects as per the standard project...

Regulatory Reporting Analyst

Prepare and submit regulatory reports as required by local, national, and international regulatory authorities (e.g. PRA, FCA, SEC, EBA).Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and deadlines for financial reporting.Manage quarterly and annual filings with...

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