Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

Top science and maths achievers selected for NSTF programme

The National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) has announced this year’s group of 22 selected maths and science top performers studying in science-related courses. The NSTF Brilliants Programme is a unique annual programme that selects and recognises students for...

Vertiv, Lumentum, Coherent, EchoStar to join S&P 500

S&P Dow Jones Indices will make a number of changes to the S&P 100, S&P 500, S&P MidCap 400, and S&P SmallCap 600 indices. NAPCO Security Technologies will replace Alexander & Baldwin in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening...

Outsourced or hybrid SOCs the most popular choice

Most companies choose to outsource at least part of their security operations centre (SOC), with a significant number adopting SOC-as-a-service (SOCaaS), according to global research by Kaspersky. This strategic move enables organisations to benefit from...

A new way to map species habitat

Research led by scientists at the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and funded by NASA has been released. The study demonstrates a new method for combining field data, satellite imagery, and expert opinion to visualise the past, present, and future of habitat...

ACT challenges Home Affairs over ID verification costs

The Association of Communications and Technology (ACT), which represents several South African mobile network operators, has taken legal action against the Department of Home Affairs, over the increased cost of verifying users’ identities. The department recently...

The AI model that found 370 exoplanets is expanding its reach

Scientists have discovered more than 6 000 planets that orbit stars other than our Sun, known as exoplanets. More than half of these planets were discovered thanks to data from NASA’s retired Kepler mission and NASA’s current TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey...

AI infrastructure will become pervasive, says Huang

AI is becoming the foundation of the “largest infrastructure buildout in human history”, spanning energy and computing infrastructure, AI models and applications. This is the word from Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang, in a discussion with BlackRock CEO Larry Fink...

AI search will play an outsize role in e-commerce

Digital commerce is undergoing a seismic transformation as generative AI platforms become mainstream discovery tools, according to Euromonitor International. Euromonitor International's Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey 2025 finds that over half of consumers...

Humans will be more cost-effective than GenAI for CX

By 2030, cost per resolution for generative AI (GenAI) will exceed $3, higher than many B2C offshore human agents, according to Gartner. Rising data center costs, a pivot from subsidised growth to profitability for AI vendors, and increasingly complex use cases that...

How to measure data streaming ROI

Organisations measure their return on investment from both operational and business perspectives. This is one finding from a survey of 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with an annual revenue of $50-million or more. The study, which was commissioned...

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You know it’s tax season when there’s a rise in the old ‘death and taxes’ humour. But this year’s biggest clue has been the media hype around SARS’s artificial intelligence-driven tactics to enforce tax collections. However, fearmongering isn’t helpful, says Roxanna...

Cut the complexity for smarter enterprise AI adoption

When it comes to selecting artificial intelligence (AI) software, enterprise leaders are finding themselves overwhelmed by choice, the complexity of pricing models, and a lack of clear value pathways. The initial excitement surrounding AI tools like ChatGPT has...

AI and communication platforms are driving business evolution

Innovative technology and next-generation communication platforms have the potential to play a critical role in empowering South African businesses. By Dean Baker, regional sales lead at Infobip Recent research shows that at least 46% of local companies are actively...

Absa’s digital transformation journey with SAP

When financial services group Absa began its ERP transformation journey more than a decade ago, the goal was ambitious: build a unified digital platform that could support operations across multiple African markets, streamline finance and procurement processes, and...

Cybersecurity is key to underpinning Africa’s open banking dream

Africa’s financial sector is evolving fast. Open banking – the model where banks share customer data securely with third parties via APIs – is starting to take root across the continent. In markets like Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, fintech innovation is driving...

Stanchion, TaiFintech enable modern issuer solutions in Kenya

Stanchion has announced a new reseller partnership with TaiFintech Kenya, supporting efforts to expand access to advanced Payment Fabric solutions across East Africa. “We are seeing a growing demand globally for flexible and future-ready payment infrastructure. Our...

NetScout advances AI-driven network operations for NeuroNOC

NetScout Systems has announced its recent participation in TM Forum’s NeuroNOC Catalyst, an innovation project at DTW Ignite 2025 that set records for having the most Communication Service Providers and countries represented at a DTW Ignite event. TM Forum is a global...

Check Point Software appoints new regional VP

Check Point Software Technologies has announced the appointment of Diego Arrabal as vice-president for Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA). Based in Dubai, Arrabal will oversee operations across this fast-growing and strategically vital region, driving...

Counting down to the death of the magstripe

With just nine months to go until the March 2026 deadline set by the Payments Association of South Africa (PASA) for the industry-wide replacement of magstripe fleet cards, Payment24 in close partnership with its partners, is already prepared. With traditional...

In2IT Technologies wins Huawei Network Partner of the Year award

In2IT Technologies was awarded Network Partner of the Year by Huawei at the Huawei Africa Connect 2025 event, held in Johannesburg recently. The Huawei Network Partner of the Year award recognises In2IT’s excellence in delivering high-performance network solutions...

Senior SQL DBA

Maintain and support SQL Server databases. Implement and manage HA/DR solutions. Monitor and tune database performance. Ensure database security, backup, and recovery.Minimum Requirements:EducationDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. 5-6...

Senior SQL DBA – Gauteng Johannesburg

Maintain and support SQL Server databases. Implement and manage HA/DR solutions. Monitor and tune database performance. Ensure database security, backup, and recovery.Minimum Requirements:EducationDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. 5-6...

SAP Business Analyst at QES – Western Cape Woodstock

My client based in Cape Town (Woodstock) is currently looking for a Business Analyst - SAP Retail Finance (S/4HANA Programme) to join them on an independent contract basis Senior ?? Woodstock, Cape Town | ? 12-month contract | ?? Hybrid (1 day WFH only) Our client is...

Cybersecurity Solutions Architect (Pre-sales)

The Cybersecurity Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, architecting and enabling cutting edge cybersecurity solutions across the companies partner and vendor ecosystem. This role plays a strategic technical leadership function guiding partners, supporting...

Data Warehouse Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Warehouse Developer to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a permanent role.A skilled Full Stack Data...

Cybersecurity Solutions Architect (Pre-sales) – Gauteng Gauteng

The Cybersecurity Solutions Architect is responsible for designing, architecting and enabling cutting edge cybersecurity solutions across the companies partner and vendor ecosystem. This role plays a strategic technical leadership function guiding partners, supporting...

Data Warehouse Developer – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Warehouse Developer to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a permanent role.A skilled Full Stack Data...

IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Support Specialist to join our team in Cape Town. This role will support the IT Manager in maintaining and enhancing the company's IT infrastructure, security, and business systems. The successful candidate will provide...

IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST – Western Cape Parow

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated IT Support Specialist to join our team in Cape Town. This role will support the IT Manager in maintaining and enhancing the company's IT infrastructure, security, and business systems. The successful candidate will provide...

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