Calls for Icasa to stop mobile number abuse
ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), has again requested the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) to take firm action to prevent the unlawful use of mobile numbers by call centres operating from fixed...
Supply chain leaders plan to pass of tariff costs
According to a survey by Gartner, 45% of supply chain leaders anticipate passing costs to their customers as their primary strategy for mitigating new tariff costs. Forty-three percent of respondents stated they would mitigate the costs through various supply chain...
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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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...
Fibre unlocks value for gated communities
Gated communities in South Africa are starting to use fibre for more than just internet access. New offerings from Vox are designed to not only improve communications, but also increase the value of the property and enhance its security. "We are seeing significant...
Shadow IT and the lurking opportunity
For some people in a business shadow IT represents a credible solution to be used to address challenges, for others it remains an IT strategy shrouded in secrecy and uncertainty. The reality is that shadow IT increases the technical footprint and has the potential to...
DevOps Test Automation Manager – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a DevOps Test Automation Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Establish and uphold quality assurance and DevOps best practices, standards, and...
IT Support Field Engineer (L2)
Role: IT Support Field Engineer (L2)Location: Durban, WestvilleA leading, successful MSP is looking for a L2 IT Support Field Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for growth and development.The role:Build, install, and configure...
Dynamics 365 Business Central System Supporter
Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative System Administrator to manage and maintain their current systems, with a focus on Dynamics 365 Business Central. In addition to administration, the successful candidate will be responsible for training staff on the...
BUSINESS ANALYST
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: Analytical Skills Stakeholder...
Solution Architect – Remote
As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for designing and delivering end-to-end technical solutions tailored to meet the business needs of the company clients. You will work closely with all the teams to understand requirements, define architecture, and...
Mid Level Systems Analyst
SYSTEMS ANALYST (MID LEVEL)OUR CLIENT HAS A 6 CONTRACT VACANCY FOR A SYSTEMS ANALYST (Mid Level) to start immediately. (ASAP)This is a hybrid position and the candidate will work three days in office and two days from home. Office is based in Springs.The successful...
Junior Fullstack Developer (LM)
Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions. Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions. Research and make suggestions on how to improve our existing systems. Analyse, diagnose and resolve software...
IT Support Field Engineer (L2) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Role: IT Support Field Engineer (L2)Location: Durban, WestvilleA leading, successful MSP is looking for a L2 IT Support Field Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for growth and development.The role:Build, install, and configure...
Dynamics 365 Business Central System Supporter – Western Cape Western Cape
Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative System Administrator to manage and maintain their current systems, with a focus on Dynamics 365 Business Central. In addition to administration, the successful candidate will be responsible for training staff on the...
BUSINESS ANALYST – Gauteng Johannesburg
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: Analytical Skills Stakeholder...
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