New battery factory drives industrialisation, job creation

Kathy Gibson reports - Actom has opened a new assembly line for locally-assembled LiFePO₄ battery energy storage systems (BESS). Yesterday, the company also announced that is expanding manufacturing capacity for its high voltage equipment. These moves are significant...

Herotel brings Amazon’s Leo satellite services to SA

Kathy Gibson reports – Herotel has signed a distribution agreement with Amazon to bring its Leo Constellation satellite service to South Africa. Set to go live in 2027, South Africa will be among one of the first countries in the world to connect to the low earth...

Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

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

Why microlenders are under the regulatory spotlight

Microlenders face two regulators and one big risk, writes Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks360. Microlending is the practice of providing small loans to individuals or groups who can’t access traditional financial services. In South Africa, microlenders have become a...

Watch Blue Origin’s all-female flight launch

At 15h30 this afternoon, Blue Origin’s 11th human flight, NS-31, will lift off with an all-female crew – the first in almost 60 years. Watch the launch here. The launch window opens today at 15h30 South African time (08h30 CDT). The mission includes Aisha Bowe, Amanda...

Why we need to cut emissions by 7% a year

Global emissions, which are continuing to rise by 1,5% a year, must be cut by 7% annually until 2030 to limit global warming to 1,5°C, as agreed by countries that signed the Paris Agreement in 2015. This size of emissions reduction is unprecedented, surpassing the...

New cross-platform threats come to light

Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered the emergence of three cross-platform threats and reveals three new strategies being employed by cybercriminals using the FakeSG campaign, Akira ransomware, and AMOS macOS stealer in its latest...

These are the risks to guard against in 2024

While the past year will be remembered for some incredibly destructive events, the tech industry managed a show of some resilience, wrapping up ahead of expectations - although not without its own surprises. "Most industry players entered 2023 with fairly low...

Software-defined vehicles market drives for $700bn

Connected and software-defined vehicles (SDVs) represent a new paradigm for automakers and consumers, writes James Falkiner, technology analyst at IDTechEx. Whereas older ICE vehicles were a conglomeration of 70+ Electronic Control units, kilometres of wiring, and...

Live commerce platforms to reach $3,48bn by 2030

The global live commerce platforms market size is anticipated to reach $3,48-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 21,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Factors, such as increasing demand for online shopping and more engaging...

Competition Appeal Court clears Standard Bank

The Standard Bank of South Africa has welcomed the Competition Appeal Court’s decision to uphold its appeal by dismissing currency manipulation allegations against Standard Bank. The ruling comes several years after the Competition Commission’s decision to charge...

AMD to debut AI engines, elevated in-vehicle experiences

AMD will showcase automotive innovation at CES 2024 and expand its portfolio with the introduction of two new devices, the Versal AI Edge XA adaptive SoC and Ryzen Embedded V2000A Series processor. Working alongside a growing automotive partner ecosystem, AMD will...

Intel, DigitalBridge launch GenAI company

Intel and global investment firm DigitalBridge Group have announced the formation of Articul8 AI, an independent company offering enterprise customers a full-stack, vertically-optimised and secure generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) software platform. The...

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IoT: the good, the bad and the ugly

Like any great Western, IoT is the new technology frontier and it brings its own fair share of challenges to the saloon, writes Andrew Heuvel, chief technology officer at SqwidNet The Internet of Things (IoT) has stepped out of the realm of possibility and conjecture...

NGMN paves the way for 5G patent licensing

The Next Generation Mobile Networks (NGMN) Alliance has jointly organised and executed a successful conference on Licensing Practices in 5G Industry Segments with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), bringing various experts from around the world together...

DR, security strategies could save your network

Disaster recovery (DR) and back-up solutions remain key to business strategies for 2019, according to Andrew Cruise, MD of vendor neutral cloud infrastructure provider Routed. Cruise says that protecting on-premise and cloud-based data is critical if businesses are...

White paper concludes SA architecture best for 5G

ZTE has jointly released the white paper "5G Best Choice Architecture" with IHS. Based on a comparative analysis of 5G SA and NSA, the white paper concludes that SA architecture is the better path to the target network in 5G era from the perspectives of long-term...

Lenovo laptops amplify learning experiences

Lenovo has announced an enhanced laptop lineup intended specifically to provide students and teachers in education institutions with a more personalized learning experience. Offering a broad choice of specifically designed models with solid reliability, the range of...

Remittances key to uplifting SADC’s slow growth

After a slowdown in recent years, Africa is experiencing an uptick in growth. West and East Africa are leading the way: Ethiopia is predicted to grow at 8,5% in 2018 while Cote d'Ivoire and Senegal aren't far behind at 7,4% and 7% respectively. By Andrew Stewart, MD:...

AI the driver for mind-blowing business growth

The furore around Artificial Intelligence (AI) is understandable. When adopted correctly, it is a true enabler for achieving a business life without limits, and it has the potential to power future success. By Jim Holland, country manager at Lenovo Data Center Group...

See the value in data driven technology

During the ongoing cycle of emerging technology trends, data has once again surfaced to become one of the most valuable assets a business can truly leverage. "With data at the forefront of most business strategies driving digital, technology trends that truly harness...

Data availability in a digital world

With several multinational data centres set to arrive in South Africa over the coming 18 months, businesses and consumers alike are starting to view the cloud and the availability of data differently. By Kate Mollett, regional manager for Africa South at Veeam The...

Don’t cut corners in 2019, become cyber smart

As we enter 2019 with a fresh outlook and practical New Year's resolutions, why not also add 'improving cyber skills' to your list of goals? Given the importance of protecting yourself and assets in the online space, you should make 2019 the year you get on top of...

Telecom Software Engineer

Hire Resolve's client, a leading provider of innovative telecom solutions, is currently seeking a Telecom Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless integration with MNO networks,...

DevOps at Sabenza IT

Are you a DevOps expert ready to make an impact? We're looking for a highly skilled DevOps Consultant to join a leading consulting firm in Gauteng on a short-term contract. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex problems, and enjoy working with...

Data Engineer – Gauteng Sandown

We are recruiting Data Engineer to join the Sandton office of a well-established fintech company. Salary BracketR40 000 to R65 000 per month CTC, depending on experience, qualification(s) and current / previous package Minimum RequirementsDegree3+ years' experience...

Telecom Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Hire Resolve's client, a leading provider of innovative telecom solutions, is currently seeking a Telecom Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless integration with MNO networks,...

DevOps at Sabenza IT – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Are you a DevOps expert ready to make an impact? We're looking for a highly skilled DevOps Consultant to join a leading consulting firm in Gauteng on a short-term contract. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex problems, and enjoy working with...

Junior Integration Developer

Design develop and maintain integrations using Microsoft StackCollaborate with IT and business teams to analyse requirements and translate them into robust integration solutionsDevelop and maintain SQL databases including designing tables writing queries and...

Junior Integration Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Design develop and maintain integrations using Microsoft StackCollaborate with IT and business teams to analyse requirements and translate them into robust integration solutionsDevelop and maintain SQL databases including designing tables writing queries and...

Digital Systems Consultant

Our client is looking for a Data Specialist who will be responsible for utilizing data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance. Oversees the organization's technology and information systems, ensuring seamless integration,...

Landscaping Project Manager (Horticulturist)

Degree or Btech in HorticulturePest Control registration with Department of AgricultureRegistered with an irrigation institutionCompile Proposals, presentations, and reportsAbility to manage large staff teamsAbility to work in teamAbility to work under pressurecode 10...

Digital Systems Consultant – Gauteng Braamfontein

Our client is looking for a Data Specialist who will be responsible for utilizing data and analytics to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance. Oversees the organization's technology and information systems, ensuring seamless integration,...

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