Deeper divides for vulnerable economies as tariffs bite
A wave of new import tariffs is set to reshape global trade dynamics and significantly raise trade costs for many developing countries, alerts UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in a new data-driven analysis, titled "Sparing the vulnerable: The cost of new tariff...
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...
AI, wireless leaders form AI-RAN alliance
The AI-RAN Alliance, a new collaborative initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cellular technology to further advance radio access network (RAN) technology and mobile networks, was launched at the GSMA Mobile World Congress happening now in...
Initiative aims to open access to digital finance
Visa and the GSMA Mobile for Development Foundation (GSMA Foundation) have announced the launch of the Digital Finance for All (DFA) Initiative. The five-year initiative aims to advance digital financial inclusion for 20 million individuals, including women, small...
New Nvidia GPUs drive AI-enhanced workflows
New Nvidia RTX 500 and 1000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUs will be available in new, highly portable mobile workstations, expanding the Nvidia Ada Lovelace architecture-based lineup, which includes the RTX 2000, 3000, 3500, 4000 and 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPUs. The...
Change fatigue should be factored into project planning
Finance employees are facing unprecedented levels of change and are becoming increasingly fatigued by it, creating a business risk that can drive down employee performance, according to Gartner. "Change fatigued employees exhibit much lower intent to stay,...
ISPA urges users to secure personal information
With more than 80% of confirmed data breaches due to stolen, weak or reused passwords*; reclaiming digital footprints by safeguarding personal information is one of the most pressing internet safety issues of 2024. This is according to the Internet Service Providers'...
Online shutdowns drive VPN searches up in these African nations
New research from Techopedia reveals the countries where VPNs were searched for the most in 2023, with three African countries featuring - Ethiopia (at number two), Senegal (at number nine), and Uganda (at number 10). Analysing Google Trends data from 2022/23, two of...
SA operators join GSMA initiative to combat fraud
As part of the global GSMA Open Gateway initiative, South African operators will now be able to implement world-class number verification and SIM swap application programme interfaces (APIs). They will be available to all mobile commerce and financial institutions and...
How GenAI could influence SA elections
It's a national election year in South Africa, as well as for many countries around the world. This time round, we are about to witness how generative AI will impact the run up to voting day. Zaheer Ebrahim, solutions architect at Trend Micro MEA, offers some insight...
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5G enables future tech, but challenges remain
Digital transformation is rapidly changing the way in which we live, work, and play, and upcoming 5G technology will be crucial in providing the level of connectivity that will improve user experiences and expand broadband wireless services beyond mobile internet. By...
Limited edition ‘blue’ battery launched
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Kaspersky Lab, Anomali partner on first-hand threat intelligence
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Introducing the next-generation project manager
The nature of work has changed fundamentally over the past decade or so, and long-used ways of working have fallen short in the new digital-driven, fast-paced and hyper-competitive business landscape. Justine Grimmer, senior manager at IQbusiness In the area of...
Will our votes be protected?
South Africa's eligible voters cast their ballots in national and provincial elections on the 8th of May 2019. Although there are many internal and external factors that may affect the results, a more pressing security concern for the Independent Electoral Commission...
Fujitsu debuts lightest business convertible
Fujitsu has introduced what it believes to be the world's lightest business convertible PC, the LifeBook U939X with integrated inductive charging pen garage. Fast and agile as a clamshell notebook, the super-slim U939X also folds flat, converting into a powerful...
Zetes supports fight against illicit tobacco supplies
Six major Belgian tobacco manufacturers are working with Zetes to make their supply chain compliant with the revised Tobacco Products Directive (TPD) and fight illicit trade. The revised TPD (2014/40/EU), which will come into force on 20 May 2019, concerns the...
Technology makes cross-border trade more accessible
Marshall McLuhan was a media and communications theorist, but he is better known for creating the term 'global village', a description that describes how borders have effectively disappeared because of advances in electronic technology and communications. By Mike...
SA’s evolving employment landscape and the future of work
The future of jobs has been on the agenda of many South Africans as we head up to the election polls, and having recently celebrated workers day. By Robbyn Wilkinson, managing executive: talent solutions at Adcorp With the world of work having radically changed over...
PBT Group expands European presence
PBT Group continues to expand its European operations, with signed strategic partnerships with companies in the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK and Germany, positioning it to support data related projects across Western Europe. Ken Wood, CEO of PBT Group, comments: "We...
Junior Verification System Engineer ( 3 Years Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town
The Junior Verification System Engineer will be responsible for carrying out integration and test, for developing and/or coordinating the development of scripts and procedures, and for supporting the overall verification of the Telescope System Requirements.The Junior...
Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
IT Solution Architect – Mastermind of Warehouse Management Solutions! Hey, tech visionary! Ready to architect the future of global warehouse management? We need an IT Solution Architect who thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and game-changing design to lead the...
Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
IT Solution Architect – Mastermind of Warehouse Management Solutions! Hey, tech visionary! Ready to architect the future of global warehouse management? We need an IT Solution Architect who thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and game-changing design to lead the...
Software Developer (SQL) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
IT Security Engineer
HYBRID ROLE Escalation point for L1 engineersDirect support for SLA customersTelephonic supportRemote hands supportRemote installation / racking / stackingUpskilling according to certification path and company requirementsAssistance for other technical teams as...
Software Developer (SQL) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
IT Security Engineer – Gauteng Midrand
HYBRID ROLE Escalation point for L1 engineersDirect support for SLA customersTelephonic supportRemote hands supportRemote installation / racking / stackingUpskilling according to certification path and company requirementsAssistance for other technical teams as...
BI Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
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