‘Explosion of investment’ hovers over AI
Ninety nine percent of institutional investors and wealth managers believe that the artificial intelligence (AI) market is on the brink of a seismic shift, according to a new study by fund manager Robocap. More than a quarter (28%) of investors and wealth managers...
How teachers and parents can help children use GenAI responsibly
As the third school term kicks off, homework, projects and study sessions are back on the agenda and for many learners, that now includes help from generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). We know learners around the world have embraced GenAI tools like Claude and...
ExoMars parachutes are ready for Martian deployment
The most complex parachute system to ever deploy on Mars has successfully slowed down an ExoMars mock-up landing platform for a safe touchdown on Earth. A stratospheric helium balloon lifted a dummy descent module and released it above the Arctic Circle at an altitude...
Crypto exchange trading volume surges to new highs
After ending 2024 with an average monthly trading volume of over $1,5-trillion, the second-highest in the market's history, crypto exchanges had a wild ride in 2025. Monthly trading volumes went up and down sharply, showing how unpredictable the crypto market can be....
5G system integration will be worth $124,81bn by 2033
The global 5G System Integration market size is expected to reach $124,81-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 27,1% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing investments in deploying 5G network infrastructures across major...
Dillan Fernando is new Tracker CEO
Tracker has appointed Dillan Fernando as its new CEO, effective 1 July 2025. "We are delighted to welcome Dillan Fernando to Tracker. His ability to lead diverse organisations, build high-performing teams and deliver sustainable results is exactly what we need for...
APT41 group launches regional espionage attack
Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response experts have observed a cyber espionage attack on an organisation in southern African and have linked it to the Chinese-speaking APT41 group. Although the threat actor has shown limited activity in Southern Africa, this...
Vodacom, Maziv agree amendments to acquisition deal
Vodacom and Community Investment Ventures Holdings (CIVH) has agreed on amendments to Vodacom’s proposed acquisition of a 30% interest in Maziv that they hope with remedy Competition Commission concerns. The amended proposal will now proceed to the Competition Appeal...
SA is under cyberattack, with a leak every minute
South Africa is coming under increasingly heavy attack, with 369 600 accounts leaked so far this year. The second quarter of the year hit a high of one user account leaked every minute. The latest study by cybersecurity company Surfshark ranks South Africa as the 27th...
AI key to renewed ocean cleanup efforts
The Ocean Cleanup will collaborate with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to leverage AWS’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and cloud computing capabilities to enable and accelerate The Ocean Cleanup’s goal to clean the Great Pacific Garbage Patch...
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Lessons learned from providing 2m people with AI skills
An AI-skilled workforce is no longer a luxury - it’s a necessity. Yet, a massive skills gap is a roadblock to many organisations' efforts to implement AI technologies. By Maureen Lonergan, vice-president: enablement for international expansion at Amazon Web Services...
Reimagining quality control for smart manufacturing
We already know that in today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges, supply chain disruptions, fluctuating market demands, and workforce dynamics. To navigate these complexities, manufacturers increasingly turn to...
Salary increase season – what’s realistic and what’s not
For many South Africans that are formally employed in both the government and private sectors, mid-year marks a pivotal time for mid-year salary reviews and potential raises. It is a time brimming with anticipation and hope, as employees look forward to some financial...
What to do in the first 24 hours after a ransomware attack
A ransomware attack is a nightmare scenario for any organisation. It’s disruptive, costly, and often deeply damaging to your reputation. By Richard Ford, chief technology officer at Integrity360 How you respond in the first 24 hours will determine the difference in...
Traditional defences are no longer enough
From finding creative recipes or drafting business emails to creating images for a small business’s social media posts, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney are rapidly becoming a part of our daily lives. But, along with its...
Data centre protects business and customers from unpredictable disruptions
In today's data centre environment, outages – whether related to power, water or fibre optics – are a daily reality. However, it is not just about responding to these events; it is about being prepared and capable when they occur. By Jacques De Jager, chief operations...
SA is a prime target for ransomware attacks
Ransomware attacks have become a significant threat to South African businesses, with the country emerging as a top target in Africa. By Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect: cybersecurity at In2IT The prevalence of these attacks is driven by a combination of...
Retaining talent is not a ‘single fix’ issue
With South Africa’s skills shortage, the high cost of employee turnover and increasingly mobile skilled professionals, retention of top talent remains a cornerstone of organisational success. By Shaun Smit, director of Transcend Capital This is even more relevant in...
AI can speed up code, but not thinking
In a landscape flooded with AI hype - from low-code shortcuts to intelligent copilots -there’s growing pressure on engineering teams to move faster than ever. But what if we’re accelerating the wrong thing? Sasha Slankamenac, principal engineer at Dariel, believes...
Legal risks in AI-driven customer service, inventory management, back-office support
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in retail continues to generate discussion. This is largely due to the benefits that retailers have realised by using the technology across various parts of the business value chain. By Wendy Tembedza, partner at Webber Wentzel...
Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Turffontein
We are seeking a skilled and innovative Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain acomprehensive Recruitment Portal and Applicant Tracking System (ATS). The ideal candidate willhave experience in building scalable web applications, integrating third-party...
Full Stack Developer (Java / C# + JavaScript Frameworks) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking skilled Full Stack Developers with strong back-end proficiency in Java and/or C#, and front-end experience using modern JavaScript frameworks. This role sits within a highly collaborative and agile environment at a leading financial services...
Senior 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 Senior Data Warehouse Developer to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Develop Power...
Full Stack Developer (React & Java) (Onsite – Cape Town)
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a driven and talented Full Stack Developer ready to grow your career in a fast-paced, global environment? Join a well-established German IT services company with over 25 years of experience in delivering world-class IT solutions. Based in the Cape...
Senior 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 Senior Data Warehouse Developer to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Develop Power...
Full Stack Developer (React & Java) (Onsite – Cape Town) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a driven and talented Full Stack Developer ready to grow your career in a fast-paced, global environment? Join a well-established German IT services company with over 25 years of experience in delivering world-class IT solutions. Based in the Cape...
Senior .Net Developer ( Remote )
Senior Software Developer / C# DeveloperRevolutionize the industry with us!R 900,000 - R 1,320,000 per annumJoin a dynamic company that offers a wide range of services and is looking for a Senior Software Developer / C# Developer to be part of their innovative team....
Software Developer – C# or Python – (Western Cape or Gauteng)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Solution / Software Developer to join their team. This role is open to candidates based in either Gauteng or the Western Cape. You will be...
Senior .Net Developer ( Remote ) – Remote Remote
Senior Software Developer / C# DeveloperRevolutionize the industry with us!R 900,000 - R 1,320,000 per annumJoin a dynamic company that offers a wide range of services and is looking for a Senior Software Developer / C# Developer to be part of their innovative team....
Software Developer – C# or Python – (Western Cape or Gauteng) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Solution / Software Developer to join their team. This role is open to candidates based in either Gauteng or the Western Cape. You will be...
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