Intel streamlines operations as it sets a new course
Intel aims to reduce its global workforce by about 15% by the end of this year, through workforce reductions and attrition. Lip-Bu Tan, CEO of Intel, says the goal is to end up with about 75 000 employees. A large portion of the workforce reductions have already taken...
What the future holds for batteries, AI, hydrogen
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Record-breaking year ahead for travel and tourism
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is projecting a record-breaking year for travel and tourism in 2024, with the sector's global economic contribution set to reach an all-time high of $11,1-trillion. According to the global tourism body's 2024 Economic...
Cybersecurity training on the cusp of a boom period
The global cybersecurity training market is estimated to reach $13,7-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 17,4% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report from Grand View Research. Cybersecurity training empowers a wide range of professionals - from managers and IT...
IIoT device adoption to surge in oil and gas industry
The installed base of wireless devices featuring cellular, satellite, or LPWA connectivity in the oil and gas industry is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19,3% from 7,8-million units at the end of 2023 to 18,8-million connected devices by...
SA consumers once again show their resilience
South African consumer spending remains resilient - and there is strong local adoption of digital wallets compared to their global peers, according to the latest Discovery Bank and Visa sponsored SpendTrend24 report. This latest report is based on more than 13-billion...
Cookie leaks: why you should be worried
More than 54-billion cookies have been leaked on the dark web, according to the latest research conducted by independent researchers and released by NordVPN. While cookies are mostly known as an essential tool for browsing, many are unaware that cookies have become...
Microsoft engineer accidentally saves millions from malware attack
Millions of computers worldwide could have been victims of the most widespread IT hack yet, had it not been foiled just days ago by Microsoft engineer, who spotted the malicious code almost by accident. Andres Freund is a Microsoft software engineer who realised that...
Credit squeeze spawns sharp spike in fraud
Businesses have experienced a noticeable spike in fraudulent activity - coupled with a significant increase in the value of fraudulent transactions, according to Debtsource credit application data. The context is that companies now rely more heavily on supplier credit...
Kaspersky discovers DinodasRAT Linux implant
Kaspersky has uncovered a new Linux-targeted DinodasRAT backdoor variant, actively compromising organisations in China, Taiwan, Turkiye, and Uzbekistan since at least October 2023. This variant allows cybercriminals to covertly monitor and control compromised systems,...
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Building better recruitment strategies with bots
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Playing security against productivity: the domino effect
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The enemy within as email-borne threats rise
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Immersive on-site IT training launched
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Payroll audits as SARS looks to make up short-fall
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FNB broadens digital payment with Samsung Pay
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Digital identity question takes centre stage
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Introducing the modern, flexible, multifaceted workplace
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Troye helps cut infrastructure management cost by 70%
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Choosing the right tech stack for mobile apps
Speed to market is the key ingredient to sustaining a competitive advantage. In the app development world, choosing the right mobile technology stack could mean the difference between success and failure. If one wants to create a highly functional mobile app - quicker...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Cape Town
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Technical Analyst (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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Solutions Architect (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client, headquartered in the USA, offers a great work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at a company with amazing perks and...
Graduate Software Development Programme (CPT / JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our Client:Our client specialises in delivering financial service solutions that empower their clients to achieve their aspirations. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment built on trust and respect. With a team of over 600...
Implementation Specialist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About the client:This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments...
Data Scientist 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....
BI Consultant (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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Senior IT Support Technician
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Technical Support Specialist (Senior) (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment
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Software Developer – Java (Senior) 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....
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