Musk sells X to xAI
Elon Musk has sold X, his social media platform, to xAI, his artificial intelligence start-up. The all-stock deal valued xAI at $80-billion and X at $33-billion, according to Musk. He paid $44-billion for X in 2022; while a December 2024 valuation of xAI put it at...
These are the top commercial threats facing sales leaders
As the global marketplace evolves at an unprecedented pace, Gartner, Inc. has identified the top seven commercial threats facing chief sales officers (CSOs) in 2025. The numerous challenges facing CSOs could significantly impact their strategic priorities and...
Bare minimum of companies stuck to carbon emission reduction targets
Despite a responsibility to mitigate the crisis with emissions reductions in their operations and supply chains, companies have not made much progress in comprehensively measuring and reducing their emissions over the past year, according to a new study by CO2 AI and...
Global semiconductor market looking up
International Data Corporation (IDC) has upgraded its Semiconductor Market Outlook by calling a bottom and return to growth that accelerates next year. IDC raised its September 2023 revenue outlook from $518,8-billion to $526,5-billion in a new forecast. Revenue...
Robotics turns the tables on prostate cancer
The high precision of robotic assisted surgery for localised prostate cancer is redefining the quality of life for men. This technology is now available in the Eastern Cape, with the fourth generation da Vinci X robotic surgery system installed at Netcare Greenacres...
Digital access the best chance for learner success
Digital access allows teachers and learners alike to collaborate with peers on tasks or projects no matter where they are located. This boosts learners' skills in creativity, critical thinking and innovation - three of the top skills needed by professionals in the...
Weak passwords still doing the rounds
In 2023, "admin" was the most common password among South Africans. This is according to the fifth annual NordPass study, which uncovered the 200 most common passwords worldwide and compared among 35 countries. It also explored what passwords people use for different...
Global energy transition under pressure
Near-term headwinds will hinder the energy and metals sectors' energy transition efforts in 2024, according to a new S&P Global Market Intelligence report. The newly published 2024 Commodities outlook: Near-term risks abound for energy transition, critical...
Where are ISPA Inspires winners now?
The ISPA Inspires Educational Sponsorship has been running for three years now and produced almost half a dozen winners who have been enabled to pursue studies and careers in the ICT (Information and Communications Technology) sector through the support of South...
All the 2023 Africa Tech Festival Award winners
The Africa Tech Festival Awards 2023 this week honoured companies, individuals and initiatives that have demonstrated excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible with technology in Africa. James Williams, senior event director, events at...
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Huawei launches new wearables
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Cloudbox adopts shopping mall concept
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IoT takes SA by storm
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Local companies are using advanced mobile software
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Veritas, Pure Storage team up on data management
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BT launches direct connectivity to Google Cloud
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Decision Inc buys into UK-based Copperman Consulting
Decision Inc has acquired a majority stake in Copperman Consulting, UK-based SAP EPM specialists. The move forms part of Decision Inc's global expansion strategy, using the strong foundation provided by Copperman to establish a foothold in the UK market. The...
AI helps retailers navigate shopping season anomaly
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Our client, in the Payments and Lending (Credit) industry, has an opening for Business Analysts (Junior, Intermediate & Senior Level) to join their team.Are you a team player that enjoys working with developers, testers, and stakeholders from the business?Do you...
Oracle PL/SQL Developer – Western Cape Bellville
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Service Desk Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
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Senior React Native Developer (Remote / Hybrid JHB)
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Senior React Native Developer (Remote / Hybrid JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Back End Java Developer LW1722 – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Junior Programmer – Gauteng Johannesburg
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