AI chip market will exceed $400bn by 2030
By 2030, IDTechEx forecasts that the deployment of AI data centres, commercialisation of AI, and the increasing performance requirements from large AI models will perpetuate the already soaring market size of AI chips to over $400-billion. However, the underlying...
Targeted ransomware groups continue to wreak havoc
Kaspersky experts have reported a significant rise in targeted ransomware activity with the number of active ransomware groups increasing by 35% between 2023 and 2024 – totalling 81 groups globally. Despite this surge, the number of infected victims dropped by 8%...
Removing rare-earths drives demand for copper in EV motors
Electric motors are a core component of electrification in the automotive market and the market has relied heavily on rare-earths for the permanent magnets used in these motors, writes Dr James Edmondson, research director at IDTechEx. But, as many will be aware,...
Cellular IoT connections to reach 5,4bn in 2030
The cellular IoT ecosystem is poised for significant transformation over the next seven years, driven by the rise of 5G technologies, according to new research from Omdia. With a predominant focus on 5G RedCap, 5G Massive IoT, and 4G LTE Cat-1bis modules, the...
AI set to revolutionise retail
South African retailers are likely to ramp up their investment in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024 as they look for new ways to drive innovation and outsmart their competitors. This aligns with global trends which, according to research from...
GenAI will vastly improve software tests
By 2028, GenAI-based tools will be capable of writing 70% of software tests, decreasing the need for manual testing and resulting in improvements to test coverage, software usability and code quality, says IDC in its FutureScape: Worldwide Developer and DevOps 2024...
Tourism should return to pre-Covid levels this year
According to the first UNWTO World Tourism Barometer of the year, international tourism ended 2023 at 88% of pre-pandemic levels, with an estimated 1,3-billion international arrivals. The unleashing of remaining pent-up demand, increased air connectivity, and a...
Longevity economy principles aim to improve outcomes for aging societies
In 2020, 1-billion people were aged above 60. By 2050, this number is projected to have more than doubled to 2,1-billion. For individuals to thrive in their longer lives, it is essential for businesses, governments, civil society, and individuals to intentionally...
Calls for advanced AI to be more inclusive, responsible
The AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) has released a series of three new reports on advanced artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on generative AI (GenAI) governance, unlocking its value and a framework for responsible AI development and deployment. The alliance brings...
Global IT spend to hit $5trn on 6,8% rise
Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $5-trillion in 2024, an increase of 6,8% from 2023, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. This is down from the previous quarter's forecast of 8% growth. While generative AI (GenAI) had significant hype in 2023, it...
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De Bruyn is new operations director at Gabsten Technologies
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Fujitsu, EXest use AI to help tourists in Japan
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Entering a brave new world for software developers
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SALT Astronomy Software Developer at South African Astronomical Observatory – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
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Project Manager (Construction) at Construct Executive Search – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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