Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

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...

Investing in the future with girls in ICT

As the world marks Girls in ICT Day on 24 April, attention turns once again to the critical question: are we doing enough to ensure that girls are not only included in the digital future, but leading it? As a woman in tech and a director at women-led company Bizmod...

Warp Development buys Xibon AI

Warp Development, a South African software development consultancy specialising in custom software, e-commerce platforms, and system integrations, has acquired AI company Xibon AI. Headquartered in Cape Town with offices in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Adelaide, Australia,...

Bright future for smart glass market

The global smart glass market is expected to be worth $12,76-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, which says the sector is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9,9% from 2023 until then. The growth of the market can be attributed to the growing...

Privacy predictions for 2024

AI-enabled wearables could spark debates about privacy, and the anticipated proliferation of AR and VR is likely to set new standards regarding privacy in 2024. At the same time, the significance of data breaches containing passwords is expected to diminish as...

AI integration with multiomics a transformative leap in healthcare

In the rapidly evolving field of healthcare, artificial intelligence (AI) in multiomics, an approach that draws together data from multiple "omic" techniques such as genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics, is marking a significant impact. This...

Better quantum comms could protect high-value data

Quantum communications technology seeks to improve data security, which is increasingly compromised in the modern world. The world is generating higher and higher volumes of data, with increasing concerns about its sensitivity, writes Dr Tess Skyrme, senior technology...

AI chip revenues on track to surpass $126bn by 2027

Artificial intelligence (AI) chip market revenues will exceed $126-billion by 2027, according to analysis from Stocklytics.com. As of 2022, the AI chip market revenues raked in nearly $45-billion and $54-billion in 2023, emphasising the fast-paced expansion rate of...

SASE market to skyrocket to over $16bn by 2028

The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market is poised for exponential growth, forecasted to surge to over $16-billion by 2028, according to a new forecast report from Dell'Oro Group. This represents a 12% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) fueled by the rising demand...

More giving would help to save and improve more lives

In his annual letter, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman has called for philanthropists to give more and give now to meet the unprecedented challenges nations across the globe face in combatting poverty, eradicating disease, and fighting inequality....

Meta’s GenAI and metaverse could merge soon

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms, recently disclosed plans regarding the development of generative AI (GenAI), with a specific emphasis on creating AI assistants tailored for businesses and content creators. With Meta's main focus on the metaverse and a...

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How to find and land the best graduate for your business

Social media is awash with pictures of proud graduates, degree in hand and ready to embark on the next stage in their lives: searching for their first job and building the career of their dreams. Unfortunately, too many of them will soon be confronted with the...

Archiving in an age of rampant cyber threats

As the world celebrates World Backup Day on 31 March, it's worth taking stock of archiving and its growing importance in an age of exponential data and rising threats from cybercriminals. By Brian Pinnock, cybersecurity expert at Mimecast The World Economic Forum...

Why soft skills are hot skills

Soft skills are in demand from employers and can help employees make transitions to new roles or advance their careers, even in the evolving landscape where the lifespan of skills is shorter than ever. "While some might focus solely on the advancement of their...

The smartphone is displacing these devices

By Ernst Wittmann, global account director: MEA and country manager: southern Africa at TCL. Mobile phones were originally created to enable us to take and make phone calls on the go. Today, however, voice calls comprise a small part of the functionality that most of...

Is your payroll provider honest and transparent?

Today, more and more businesses are confidently outsourcing business functions, or parts thereof to service providers whom they trust to do the job faster, more affordably, and more effectively than they can themselves. By Warren van Wyk, director at PaySpace Payroll...

Why buy when you can rent?

The creative destruction of the access economy is disrupting traditional industries and creating new opportunities, writes Refilwe Maluleke, MD of Yellowwood. The rent or buy conundrum is one usually faced by prospective home-owners but it is increasingly applicable...

Africa’s first Blast Injury Research Network set up

With the mission to improve the health and wealth of nations affected by conflict through research, experts at the University of Southampton are establishing a new Sub-Saharan Africa Blast Injury Research Network to maximise the impact of research through engagement...

Honor 10 Lite launches in SA

Honor, the smartphone brand belonging to the Huawei Group, has launched the Honor 10 Lite, the brand's latest flagship smartphone in South Africa. Key features of the Honor 10 Lite include: * 24MP AI-Powered selfie camera and 13MP + 2MP dual rear cameras; * 6,21-inch...

African retailers can re-imagine a data-driven sector

In a continent the size of Africa, comprising more than 50 countries, it can be very tempting to make sweeping generalisations about the adoption of digital technologies, and the transformation of the retail sector across the continent. By Toros Esim, head of digital...

Cyber-security essentials for consumers and small businesses

Cyber-crime attacks are becoming more sophisticated and the attackers are more relentless than ever, with the criminals increasingly motivated by the promise of high financial rewards at low risk. By Mike Rogers, MD of Tarsus Technology Solutions One study from McAfee...

Java Developer (Senior) 0811 – Gauteng Pretoria

Java Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Back End:Java (version 17 advantageous)Kafka (Streaming API)QuarkusHibernatePostgreSQLVersion Management (GitHub)DevOps:KubernetesPipeline Setup and Automation (e.g. Github Actions)Infrastructure as Code &...

IT Support Technician (Linux) – Remote Remote

We are at the forefront of developing and manufacturing IOT solutions to our clientele. Ranging from integrated Qmatic systems with bespoke hardware designs to plug-and-play easy deployment environmental sensors to keep our clients informed with critical insight to...

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ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

IT Support Engineer (Tier 1) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...

IT Service Delivery Manager

IT Service Delivery Specialist to oversee the delivery of internal and external technology solutions while driving continuous improvement, process optimisation, and stakeholder management. This role will ensure that IT services align with strategic business goals and...

Linux Systems Administrator

We are at the forefront of developing and manufacturing IOT solutions to our clientele. Ranging from integrated Qmatic systems with bespoke hardware designs to plug-and-play easy deployment environmental sensors to keep our clients informed with critical insight to...

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IT Service Delivery Manager – Gauteng Centurion

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