Buckle up: 2025 is going to be a rough ride
Kathy Gibson reports - We are in for a bumpy ride in 2025, with artificial intelligence (AI) just one of the many global trends influencing the world around us. Indeed, futurist Dion Chang, founder of Flux Trends, describes 2025 as “stepping into the void”. He...
Cybersecurity should be top industry priority for 2025
The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has found that an average of more than 2 000 new vulnerabilities are discovered in software every month, of which around 15% are classified as "critical". "In view of this constant threat situation, German...
New wave of fraud targets banking customers
Fraud continues to pose the risk of serious financial losses for banking customers and all indications are that there are new scams and an increasing number of the victims. This is the warning from Reana Steyn, ombudsman for banking services, who says the basic modus...
Deep learning robot turns the tide on coral reef decline
Researchers are taking deep learning for a deep dive. Literally. The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Autonomous Robotics and Perception Laboratory (WARPLab) and MIT are developing a robot for studying coral reefs and their ecosystems. The WARPLab...
GenAI ushers in a new era for Industry 4.0
As the transformation towards Industry 4.0 reaches its peak, generative AI (genAI) is looking to redefine operational processes across diverse sectors. From custom automotive designs to optimized construction blueprints, genAI's capability to design, prototype, and...
Retailers to get a R24bn boost this Black Friday
The Black Friday season is expected to create additional retail turnover of R26,6-billion for South African retailers in 2023, creating around 150 000 job opportunities across the South African economy, most of them temporary or seasonal, and representing a...
Beware of tax-related scams
The end of October signals the culmination of a busy period for the South African Revenue Service (SARS). The deadlines for filing the first portion of Provisional Tax (for the six months ending 31 August) and the annual filing of Personal Income Tax (23 October) give...
Total rewards leaders lack confidence in well-being programmes
Only 32% of total rewards leaders believe their organisation does a good job assessing the effectiveness of their investments in well-being programmes, according to Gartner. The June 2023 survey of 165 total rewards leaders highlighted the lack of confidence these...
Coherent optical transceiver shipments set for 17% growth
Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data centre industries, forecast coherent optical transceiver shipments to grow at a 17%compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for the next five years....
Insights into Kaspersky’s Operation Triangulation
Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) revealed their investigation process into the notorious Operation Triangulation at the recent Security Analyst Summit. The team showcased new details surrounding iOS vulnerabilities and exploits that underpin this...
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Traditional financial institutions must transform or die
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Spark Schools opts for itslearning
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Huawei first with simplified 5G base station core chip
Huawei has launched what it believes to be the world's first core chip specifically designed for 5G base stations, Huawei TIANGANG. The new chip that will support simplified 5G networks and large-scale 5G network deployment all over the world. To date, the company has...
Decision Inc launches first local Dynamics 365 F&O app
Decision Inc Immix has introduced D365 Internal Stores Requisition Management (ISRM), the first Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations (F&O) application to hit the Microsoft AppSource business applications store in South Africa. "The D365 ISRM app is...
Software updates as vital as machinery servicing
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FNB debuts app-based consumer and merchant QR code payments
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Why you should upgrade to a modern business system
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The problem with ageing infrastructure
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Huawei launches 5G multi-mode chipset, 5G CPE Pro
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First Distribution signs up Crowdstrike
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SAP Systems Analyst (HCM/ EC Payroll) (CH1061) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client in the banking industry is looking for a SAP Systems Analyst with HCM Module and Payroll experience to join their team.The role will ensure stability and full functionality within area of responsibility, (Payroll and Time). SIT testing of tax updates,...
Trainee Aviation Safety Information Officer – Gauteng Midrand
Job Title: Trainee Aviation Safety Information Officer Purpose of the job:Collect and analyze accident and incident data to deliver actionable insights for enhancing aviation safety. Support safety information management and boost departmental efficiency with data...
Junior Software Developer
Junior Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! Hybrid working opportunity where coding meets excellence ?? No Prior Experience Required! ?? We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior Software Developer to join...
Infrastructure Technician (IM Technician – Modikwa)
eeking an Infrastructure Technician his role is a pivotal role in keeping our technology infrastructure running smoothly. Your expertise will ensure that our systems are always available, secure, and performing at their peak.Minimum requirementsThey will be...
Junior Software Developer – Gauteng Bryanston
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Infrastructure Technician (IM Technician – Modikwa) – Gauteng Braamfontein
eeking an Infrastructure Technician his role is a pivotal role in keeping our technology infrastructure running smoothly. Your expertise will ensure that our systems are always available, secure, and performing at their peak.Minimum requirementsThey will be...
Senior Software Engineer (Java) (Remote)
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Mid-Senior C# Full Stack Developer (Stellenbosch Hybrid)
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Mid-Senior C# Full Stack Developer (Stellenbosch Hybrid) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
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