Tariffs drive surge in Q1 PC shipments
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 59 million units in the first quarter of 2025, a 4,8% increase from the first quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. US PC shipments grew 12,6%, reaching 16-million units in the first quarter of 2025. “The growth...
Trade tension skews smartphone shipments
Global smartphone shipments increased 1,5% year-over-year (YoY) to 304,9-million units in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25), according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The smartphone market...
GlobalData reveals top five GenAI trends for 2024
Generative AI (GenAI) made significant progress in 2023, showcasing its prowess in crafting remarkably authentic content spanning text, imagery, and music. The evolution of this technology transcended traditional boundaries, infiltrating realms such as creative arts,...
Users urged to recycle e-waste
Across the country, broken appliances and old tech devices are piling up in people’s homes, gathering dust - a waste of valuable resources, and a potential fire hazard. This is according to E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA), a local producer responsibility...
Third party-related business interruptions ramp up
Despite increased investments in third-party cybersecurity risk management (TPCRM) over the last two years, 45% of organisations experienced third party-related business interruptions, according to a new Gartner survey. “Third-party cybersecurity risk management is...
Sovereign cloud spend heads for $250bn by 2027
Global spending on sovereign cloud solutions is projected to reach $258.5 billion by 2027, according to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC). In what is believed to be the first study of its kind, the recently published Worldwide Sovereign Cloud...
AR/VR headset market set for 2023 decline, but rebound due
Worldwide shipments of augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets are expected to decline 8,3% year over year to 8,1-million units in 2023, despite the launch of new headsets during the year, according to new data from the International Data Corporation...
Robotics advances colorectal surgery
A robotic-assisted colorectal surgery programme is bringing minimally invasive treatment options to Johannesburg’s iconic Netcare Milpark Hospital. “Technology is not merely a nice-to-have in healthcare; where there is a compelling benefit for patients, it becomes...
$1,1bn growth in medical device cybersecurity market predicted
The rapid integration of new technology and digital health devices into healthcare systems has revolutionised patient care and diagnostic processes. However, the increased reliance on these devices has also exposed the healthcare industry to cybersecurity threats....
ITU Radio Regulations revised to support spectrum sharing, technological innovation
Member States of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed on revisions to the global treaty governing the use of the radio frequency spectrum, both on Earth and in space, at the close of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23). The...
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Countdown to the amended South African Expatriate tax law
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New equipment doubles Wilgers Oncology Centre capacity
Wilgers Oncology Centre at the Life Wilgers Hospital in Lynnwood Ridge, Pretoria, is now be able to treat double the number of patients, thanks to the installation of a second specialised Elekta radiation therapy machine. The centre, already well-established and...
Kyocera named most reliable colour copier MFP brand
Kyocera has been chosen by Buyers Lab analysts as Most Reliable Colour Copier MFP Brand. The award runs every three years, so Kyocera holds this accolade until 2021. Kyocera's line of colour devices demonstrated excellent reliability, with the devices completing...
STC offers IPv6 for infrastructure and cloud services
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's infrastructure and cloud services. "In essence, an IP address provides a...
Managed business services hit the spot for SA companies
We've been through the range of 'as a service' models: software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS). Now we're in the age of everything as a service (Xaas) - or, as we prefer to call it, managed business services (MBS)...
Zero-click analytics from MicroStrategy
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HP launches SME retail solutions
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Fidelity SecureDrive offers a more connected fleet experience
Fidelity SecureDrive is the latest offering from Fidelity Security. Wahl Bartmann, group CEO of Fidelity Security, says moving into this segment made perfect sense for Fidelity. "The exclusive partnership between Fidelity and Amber Connect combines world class...
Rwandan officials get up to speed on digital economy
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Technical Lead – Gauteng Midrand
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Techical Team Lead to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Program and Project Delivery:...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
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UX/UI Designer at Sabenza IT
Are you ready to unleash your creativity in the thrilling world of fantasy gaming? We're on the hunt for a talented and passionate UI/UX Designer to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment that merges the magic...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
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UX/UI Designer at Sabenza IT – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Are you ready to unleash your creativity in the thrilling world of fantasy gaming? We're on the hunt for a talented and passionate UI/UX Designer to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment that merges the magic...
Vinyl Applicator at AdcorpBLU
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Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site)Responsibilities: Develop and maintain web applications using ASP.NET, adhering to coding standards and best practices.Debugging and maintaining written codeDesign and optimize database structures, ensuring efficient data...
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Developer at ICS Flow – Gauteng Centurion
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Vacancies exist for THREE Product Managers. Retail/FMCG experience preferred. Two of the roles report to the Portfolio Manager: VAS and Financial Services and the third to the Portfoli Manager: Loyalty. The purpose of these Product Managers is to partner with the...
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