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...
Beware of SAPS impersonation scam
Since 2023, global reports have painted a picture of South Africa being transformed into a hotbed for fraud, with scammers and fraudsters going to great lengths to carry out elaborate schemes that are convincing enough to transform even the most vigilant person into...
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...
AI will drive massive growth for edge computing
The global edge computing market size is expected to reach $155,9-billion by 2030, and is expected to expand at 37,9% CAGR from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Artificial intelligence (AI) integration into the edge environment is...
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Data mining in Africa key to brand success
Given how data has been labelled the oil of the digital economy, no company can afford not to effectively mine it for information to inform critical business decisions. But are African organisations embracing this? By Jacques Kuhn, GM of Colony HQ Fundamentally, data...
How quickly could a cyber attack take down critical infrastructure?
With crucial national infrastructure like power systems and manufacturing currently in the spotlight, stakeholders need to consider the impacts of unseen risks, such as cyber attacks, on operational technology (OT) networks. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional sales...
The right information protects from supplier harm
Vetting in the supply chain function enables business to review their suppliers and vendors with the intention of mitigating risk before entering into business relationships. It is an important step in the supply chain, as businesses are vulnerable to a host of...
STC rolls out IPv6
Smart Technology Centre (STC) is one of the first Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in South Africa to roll out a full production Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) connectivity to its client infrastructure and cloud services platform. "In essence, an IP address...
Fighting the cyber security threats to African banks
Foregenix is launching a service to combat the new and growing breed of cyber attacks on African banks. The global cyber security firm, which specialises in the financial services and has a regional hub in Johannesburg, is introducing the Foregenix Threat Sweep. Based...
Africa’s demand for VSAT satellite services is growing
Thanks to the arrival of HTS (high-throughput satellite) in Africa, the demand for VSAT satellite services is on the increase and remains critical to unlocking connectivity on the continent where over 70% still remain unconnected. This sentiment was also evident at...
SAP Leonardo IoT helps shape the intelligent enterprise
SAP has unveiled SAP Leonardo Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, the technology that generates and drives digital transformation for Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0. In addition, SAP announced the cloud-to-cloud interoperability of SAP Leonardo IoT with Microsoft...
Meetings Africa 2019 thrives with local mobile event app
Delegates to Meetings Africa 2019, the biggest to date with over 350 exhibitors, embraced the mobile application provided by Flock Event Management to make their show experience seamless and productive. Arguably the premier trade show for the business events and...
The true value of digital and biometric data
The world of technology advancements has opened us up to several possibilities that were once considered a pipe dream. Although many offer convenience and have positively impacted ample aspects of society, it must be acknowledged that it has also opened us up to...
Tech holds the future of home security
The future of home security will see threats detected and responded to - before a crime can be committed. Making use of big data, home security systems are now able to analyse camera streams and proactively alert armed response service providers. This is a massive...
BUSINESS ANALYST – Gauteng Randburg
Examining data, processes, and systems to help drive improvements in efficiency, productivity, and profitability. They assess operations and recommend changes, enabling businesses to achieve their goals more effectively. Desired Skills: Business analysis Process...
System Analyst (1 year Contract) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Introduction to the job: Understand and translate business requirements into quality system solutions and ensure optimal system performance and stability through support and continuous improvement. Job description: Analyse current systems solutions and business...
Firmware Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...
Senior Automation Tester
We are looking for an experienced Automation Tester to join our Johannesburg based team. We follow a hybrid way of work. We can also consider people outside of Johannesburg.Your expertise:Senior (7+ years of experience)Experience creating frameworks from scratch /...
Mobile Application Developer (CH1093) (FULLY REMOTE)
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for Mobile Application Developer to join their team.Qualifications & ExperienceMatric (Grade 12) is required.A tertiary qualification in IT, Software Development or related field is advantageous.Working...
Service Desk Agent I
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Service Desk Agent I, providing first-level technical support and troubleshooting to ensure seamless IT operations. Skilled in resolving issues efficiently, assisting users with software and hardware concerns, and...
Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer Purpose Senior Software Engineers are part of the software development team building the MeerKAT, MeerKAT Extension, African VLBI Network (AVN) and the Square Kilometre (SKA) telescopes. Senior software engineers research, analyse and evaluate...
Test Automation Engineer
Global concern is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to take ownership of test automation on a range of exciting products currently being developed in the physical access control space. You would get to work closely with highly skilled engineers in a very...
Senior Automation Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for an experienced Automation Tester to join our Johannesburg based team. We follow a hybrid way of work. We can also consider people outside of Johannesburg.Your expertise:Senior (7+ years of experience)Experience creating frameworks from scratch /...
Mobile Application Developer (CH1093) (FULLY REMOTE) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client in the retail software industry is looking for Mobile Application Developer to join their team.Qualifications & ExperienceMatric (Grade 12) is required.A tertiary qualification in IT, Software Development or related field is advantageous.Working...
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