AMD enables AI on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) has chosen AMD Instinct MI300X accelerators with ROCm open software to power its newest OCI Compute Supercluster instance called BM.GPU.MI300X.8. For AI models that can comprise hundreds of billions of parameters, the OCI Supercluster with...
Digital identity wallets becoming mainstream
Gartner is predicting that by 2026, at least 500-million smartphone users will be regularly making verifiable claims using a digital identity wallet (DIW). Identity verification (IDV) in the form of a user taking a picture of their identity document and a selfie is...
Enterprise, industrial metaverses exceed expectation
Companies that have already deployed industrial metaverse use cases are seeing more reported benefits than those still in the planning phase expect, most notably in capital expenditure reduction (15%), sustainability (10%) and safety improvement (9%). This is...
IT leads prepare for possibility of grid failure
CIOs and IT leaders are under pressure to prepare their organisations for the possibility of extended load shedding or a complete grid failure, however few would be able to sustain business as usual through extended power outages. This emerged during a high-level...
Telkom considers acquisition bid
Telkom has confirmed that it has received an unsolicited non-binding indicative letter from the Afrifund Investments for the acquisition of a controlling stake in Telkom. Afrifund Investments is a consortium led by former Telkom CEO Sipho Maseko, comprising Axian...
Retirement trends shift as life expectancy increases
Life expectancy increased from an average of 48 to 73 years between 1950 and 2019 and the United Nations forecasts further increases, estimating that global average life expectancy will reach about 81 years by 2100. Longer lifespans are causing individuals,...
Intel expands market opportunities
IDC has issued a study providing a look at the steps Intel is taking to reposition the company to provide solutions that supply larger, higher-growth markets. The industry research firm's analysis shows Intel has increased its serviceable addressable market (SAM) by...
FedEx deploys zero-tailpipe emission EVs
FedEx Express has deployed the first 10 electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa as part of its goal to transform its entire global pickup and delivery fleet to zero-emission electric vehicles by 2040. To achieve this, FedEx Express will purchase 50% of its new...
META region among top mobile financial scam targets
Throughout 2022 and the first quarter of 2023, 14% of installs of potentially unwanted mobile financial apps on Android phones were made by users in the Middle East, Turkiye, Africa (META) region. META ranks third among the world regions behind APAC and LATAM in terms...
Enterprise shifts to cloud-friendly security alternatives
The global market for virtual- and software-as-a-service(SaaS)-based network security solutions achieved its 20th consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth in 1Q 2023. According to a report from Dell'Oro Group, the pace of year-over-year (Y/Y) revenue growth...
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Navigating the complexity of Oracle Cloud migrations
Shifting Oracle systems to the cloud will be one of the more complex programmes in your enterprise's broader cloud migration strategy. But it's worth the effort, writes Arthur Mostert, T-Systems' database cloud architect. One of today's biggest boardroom frustrations...
Law only part of effectively managing employee incapacity
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Customer engagement through gamification
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Audi, Ericsson pioneer 5G for automotive manufacturing
Audi and Ericsson has announced plans to pioneer the use of 5G technology for automotive production. The two companies have agreed on a range of activities exploring the potential of 5G as a future-proof communication technology that can meet the high demands of...
Aury Africa debuts RFID track-and-trace for mining
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Lexmark launches new mid-range printers
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Africa Code Week empowers trainers in Ghana
More than 560 teachers took part in this year's Africa Code Week (ACW) Train-the-Trainer workshops over four days in Accra and Kumasi as part of this year's efforts to drive 21st century skills development among African youth. Now in its fourth year, ACW instills 21st...
Securing the mobile enterprise
The rise of the Internet of things (IoT) is seeing our world and our lives become increasingly connected. Our devices talk to each other and to the Web. We can disarm our alarms and turn off our home lights remotely. We can send money around the world. We can chat to...
Five steps you cannot skip if you’re thinking ‘cloud’
Microsoft Azure is already on our shores, and it's a matter of - brief - time before services are being offered from their local platform, accelerating the shift to public cloud for business. By Sonja Weber, lead delivery solution manager at T-Systems South Africa...
Be prepared for the December slowdown
Christmas may feel like a long way away, but for companies looking to make their targets, four months is a relatively short space of time. Projects need to be tied up, sales need to be made and targets need to be met before the country comes to a grinding halt over...
Software Developer – Java / Spring Boot at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
Developer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
Role Overview: Red Ember recruitment is searching for a Developer for one of our clients based in Edenvale, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining their web applications, leveraging your expertise in both frontend and backend technologies. You will...
Full Stack Developer (JavaScript & Angular)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a leading, cutting-edge health tech software company based in Pretoria, is seeking an exceptional developer with a strong command of various skills. If you excel in 2-3 of the following technologies: JavaScript (including Node.js, [URL Removed]...
Software Developer – Java / Spring Boot at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
Developer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Gauteng Meadowdale
Role Overview: Red Ember recruitment is searching for a Developer for one of our clients based in Edenvale, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining their web applications, leveraging your expertise in both frontend and backend technologies. You will...
Full Stack Developer (JavaScript & Angular) – Gauteng Pretoria
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a leading, cutting-edge health tech software company based in Pretoria, is seeking an exceptional developer with a strong command of various skills. If you excel in 2-3 of the following technologies: JavaScript (including Node.js, [URL Removed]...
Junior IT Engineer
1-2 years experianceMust have valid driver license and own transport.Salary R7000 - R10 000 depending on experience.Company cellFuel allowance will be provided, and monthly maintenance will be added to package (R1000) for use of their own vehicle.First 3 months will...
Senior PHP Developer
Contract to perm opportunityFull time in office based in Sandton Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled PHP Developer with expertise in Laravel to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality web...
Software Developer
12 month contract with possible conversion to permfull time in office based in Sandton Job Summary: We are seeking a talented Full Stack Developer with expertise in .NET Core and React to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for developing...
Junior IT Engineer – Remote Remote
1-2 years experianceMust have valid driver license and own transport.Salary R7000 - R10 000 depending on experience.Company cellFuel allowance will be provided, and monthly maintenance will be added to package (R1000) for use of their own vehicle.First 3 months will...
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