Graphene and lasers for space propulsion
Lasers could one day steer solar sails and adjust a satellite’s position in outer space, thanks to graphene. An experiment on a gravity rollercoaster ride showed how this innovative material has the potential to revolutionise propulsion beyond Earth. An international...
Hormuz a tech chokepoint that heightens semiconductor, AI infrastructure risks
A functional impairment of the Strait of Hormuz is rapidly emerging as a critical yet underappreciated risk to the global technology supply chain, with specialty materials such as helium now presenting a larger immediate threat to semiconductors and AI infrastructure...
Online punters taking a serious gamble on illegal sites
As proposed new legislation which could have a devastating affect on legitimate gambling looms large, the South African Bookmakers Association (SABA) says that illegal offshore gambling continues to dominate the country’s online betting landscape - exposing millions...
Kaspersky bursts the Bubble on new phishing technique
Cybersecurity specialists Kaspersky say they have discovered a new phishing tactic used to evade traditional security controls - one that exploits Bubble, a platform that allows users to build Web and mobile applications through a visual interface without writing...
Standard Bank breach leaks customer data
Standard Bank has been hit by a data breach which has compromised some customer information. The news comes just days after Standard Bank subsidiary Liberty experienced a similar incident that exposed customer data. A letter to customers from Kabelo Makeke, head of...
Businesses brace for long-term impacts from Iran conflict
Kathy Gibson reports - Even if the conflict in the Middle East were to end tomorrow, the long-term impacts will continue to dog the world for months. That’s the key takeaway from KPMG’s latest Global Economic and Geopolitical Outlook, which unpacked what some of the...
New Moon mission prepares for lift-off
Teams at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida are making final preparations toward beginning launch countdown activities for the Artemis II mission, set to launch as early as tomorrow (1 April 2026). The weather forecast for launch day shows an 80% chance of...
Business liquidations decline, but financial pressure still elevated
South Africa’s corporate sector continues to operate under sustained financial pressure - despite a modest decline in business liquidations relative to the previous year, according to the latest Statistics of Liquidation report from Stats SA. The report shows that 135...
New POPIA code warns ‘clipboard security’ is over
South Africa’s estates and office parks are bracing for a major shake‑up at their boom gates as the Information Regulator finalises a POPIA Code of Conduct for Gated Access that will directly impact how controlled‑access properties collect and store visitor data. For...
AI forcing a talent squeeze in iGaming
As the South African iGaming and technology sectors mature, hiring practices are too - with companies on the hunt mainly for experienced technical staff while AI replaces traditional junior roles. This is according to new research from SoftSwiss and recruitment...
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Access Bank calls for collaboration to boost intra-African trade
Roosevelt Ogbonna, MD and CEO of Access Bank, has called for stronger collaboration among policymakers, financiers and businesses to accelerate trade within Africa and unlock the continent’s economic potential. Speaking at the Access Bank Africa Trade Conference (ATC...
Digital ID, trust, collaboration the next phase of financial inclusion in Africa
Across Africa, a quiet but powerful transformation is underway, writes Lee Naik, CEO of TransUnion Africa. Governments, regulators, and innovators have spent the past decade building the foundations of a more inclusive digital financial ecosystem, through investments...
IATA highlights air cargo priorities
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: accelerating digitalisation; strengthening global standards; and enhancing safety and security. “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting...
MyProperty introduces property portal with AI voice search
MyProperty has completed the migration of its South African property portal to the new MyProperty Africa platform. The switchover brings South Africa on to the same next-generation infrastructure that powers the broader MyProperty Africa network, introducing new tools...
NTT Data unveils Nvidia-powered enterprise AI factories
NTT Data has announced an initiative to deliver Nvidia-powered enterprise AI factories that drive innovation and operational excellence for organisations worldwide. The company’s new enterprise AI factories provide full-stack, domain-specific solutions that integrate...
Robotics lab opens at Mpumalanga school
The Shoprite Foundation and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) launched their first jointly funded robotics laboratory at the Siyifunile Secondary School in Dullstroom, Mpumalanga. The lab will provide students with hands-on experience in robotics and...
Consumer Rights Day: Why human-centric cybersecurity is essential
South African businesses have become masters of the "customer journey." We invest heavily in frictionless interfaces, hyper-personalised marketing, and lightning-fast delivery. We’ve successfully put the consumer at the heart of our digital universe, but as we...
POPIA Health Information Regulations cross the finish line
The Information Regulator has published the final Regulations relating to the Processing of Data Subjects’ Health Information by Certain Responsible Parties under the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA). This follows the publication of the draft...
Datacentrix adds new ISO certifications
Datacentrix has added new ISO certifications alongside the recertification of existing international standards. Datacentrix operates in accordance with globally recognised management standards, including ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental...
The future of work is about stability, not insecurity
For years, the gig economy has been framed as the opposite of stability – flexible, fast-moving, but fragmented. Defined, the gig economy is the prevalence of short-term, flexible, and freelance contracts rather than permanent, full-time employment. But that narrative...
Scrum Master
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fieldCertified Scrum...
Full Stack Java Developer
4 + Years experienceBackend: Modern backend stack (Java/Spring Boot, Python/FastAPI) Frontend: Modern web frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular) APIs: RESTful services and Event-Driven Architecture Databases: ORMs with PostgreSQL or other relational databases Cloud:...
Scrum Master – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fieldCertified Scrum...
Full Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
4 + Years experienceBackend: Modern backend stack (Java/Spring Boot, Python/FastAPI) Frontend: Modern web frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular) APIs: RESTful services and Event-Driven Architecture Databases: ORMs with PostgreSQL or other relational databases Cloud:...
Senior Integration Business Analyst (Logistics) (JHB Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Logistics company seeks the expertise of a Senior Integration Business Analyst to act as a hands-on, delivery-focused leader who ensures its technology translates into commercial value for its merchants. This role will focus on swift onboarding,...
Systems Administrator
Systems AdministratorArea: Hatfield, Pretoria (PTA)Salary Package: negotiable up to R25000 plus Medical Aid, Provident FundJob PurposeThe Systems Administrator is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the company's systems. This role...
Senior Integration Business Analyst (Logistics) (JHB Onsite) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Logistics company seeks the expertise of a Senior Integration Business Analyst to act as a hands-on, delivery-focused leader who ensures its technology translates into commercial value for its merchants. This role will focus on swift onboarding,...
Systems Administrator – Gauteng Hatfield
Systems AdministratorArea: Hatfield, Pretoria (PTA)Salary Package: negotiable up to R25000 plus Medical Aid, Provident FundJob PurposeThe Systems Administrator is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of the company's systems. This role...
SENIOR TELECOM & NETWORK ASSISTANT (6 MONTHS CONTRACT)
OBJECTIVE The objective of this Terms of Reference (TOR) is to engage a highly skilled network engineer to support the Bank's network and unified communications team in executing targeted tasks aimed at enhancing network access, connectivity, switching, routing,...
SENIOR TELECOM & NETWORK ASSISTANT (6 MONTHS CONTRACT) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
OBJECTIVE The objective of this Terms of Reference (TOR) is to engage a highly skilled network engineer to support the Bank's network and unified communications team in executing targeted tasks aimed at enhancing network access, connectivity, switching, routing,...
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