CATL hints at improved battery technology
Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has announced that it’s working on new technology that would reduce the cost of electric vehicles, while improving their performance. The company aims to produce batteries that are cheaper, lighter and more cold-resistant, with...
Tech to the rescue for near-extinct bears
Biodiversity conservation and human-wildlife co-existence are key priorities for the team at Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, in the Apennine Mountains of Italy, where the Marsican brown bear is among the park’s residents. To protect and preserve the bear – a...
CPOs have to refine competency planning strategies for future talent needs
Only 14% of procurement leaders express confidence in their talent's ability to meet the future needs of the function, according to a survey by Gartner, adding that this finding comes as business acumen and technology/data competencies have rapidly grown in importance...
New BCX report offers strategic insights for SA businesses
Looking to guide businesses by evaluating their innovation strategies and shedding light on the dynamic landscape of digital transformation in South Africa, BCX - in collaboration with EY-Parthenon - has unveiled its Digital Innovation Index Report 2023. "Digital...
High-end firewalls drag down network security market
The $4-billion market for high-end firewalls suffered its third consecutive quarter of year-on-year (YoY) declines which brought down the entire network security market to single-digit YoY revenue growth after eleven straight quarters of double-digit growth. This is...
Siemens and Intel to collaborate on advanced chip manufacture
Siemens AG and Intel have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on driving digitalisation and the sustainability of microelectronics manufacturing. The companies will focus on advancing future manufacturing efforts, evolving factory operations and...
Key changes in MTN leadership
MTN's group chief operating officer (GCOO) and group exco member Jens Schulte-Bockum will step down when his fixed-term contract ends on 31 March 2024. Selorm Adadevoh will succeed him in the role of group chief commercial officer (GCCO) - a designation that aligns...
AI Alliance aims to advance open, safe, responsible AI
AI advancements are leading to new opportunities that can improve how we work, live, learn and interact with one another. Open and transparent innovation is essential to empower a broad spectrum of AI researchers, builders, and adopters with the information and tools...
Finance leaders embrace AI
Sixty-eight percent of finance organisations are using AI or plan to use the technology, according to a recent survey of finance leaders by Gartner. A May 2023 survey of 133 finance leaders found that 39% of respondents are using AI/machine learning (ML), and an...
GenAI levels up game characters
To enhance the gaming experience, studios and developers spend tremendous effort creating photorealistic, immersive in-game environments. But non-playable characters (NPCs) often get left behind. Many behave in ways that lack depth and realism, making their...
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Datatec role for Marco de Lima
Datatec has announced the appointment of Marco de Lima as group strategy and corporate development director, reporting directly to the CEO. In his new role, effective immediately, De Lima will work closely with the CEO, Jens Montanana, to craft and implement...
MiX Telematics quarterly margin growth
Fleet and mobile asset management solutions company MiX Telematicseader has announced financial results for its second quarter and first half of fiscal 2019, which ended on 30 September 2018. Central to the continued growth trend is the addition of over 22 000 net...
Fujitsu to add NVMe to its storage portfolio
Fujitsu has unveiled plans for future purpose-built NVMe storage products, designed to complement its existing portfolio of Eternus DX hybrid and Eternus AF all-flash systems. The future ultra-high-speed storage systems will support Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe)...
Cyber risk ranked #1 for educational sector
Cyber threats are no longer a rarity, they are expected. With recent ransomware attacks such as WannaCry and NotPetya, the potential theft or leakage of data, particularly confidential information in an educational setting, should be top of the list in risk planning....
Why the CIOs/CISO positions is becoming more challenging
CIOs and CISO's across industries are regularly moving between positions and companies because of this common mistake, writes Pieter Engelbrecht, Aruba BU manager for sub-Saharan Africa. It's your worst possible nightmare. A hacker has breached the company's network...
SA academic wins global innovation award
A UNISA technology administrator has received the prestigious Turnitin 2018 Global Innovation Awards which recognizes educators, technology administrators, institutions, and students who are passionate about academic integrity and champion the innovative and effective...
Changes to the Datatec board
Datatec has announced the appointment of Maya Makanjee as an independent non-executive director of the company as well as a member of the remuneration committee and social & ethics committee, with effect from 1 November 2018. Makanjee is an experienced independent...
Blue Label offers new ExtraHop Reveal(x)
Blue Label Technology Solutions has announced the availability of ExtraHop Reveal(x) Summer 2018 in South Africa, a new release which highlights late stage cyber-attack activities and significantly reduces 'dwell' time. Between 2017 and 2018, threat dwell time in the...
BI to combat insurance policy lapses
For insurers, managing policy lapses or surrenders are part of business. But, despite recent figures reflecting a nine percent decrease in surrenders last year from 2016, it will remain a concern for companies trying to compete amidst ever-tightening budgets. Kelly...
StatPro and Infovest step up SA presence
StatPro Group, the AIM-listed provider of cloud-based portfolio analytics and asset pricing services for the global asset management industry, is stepping up its South African presence. UK-headquartered StatPro and its wholly owned subsidiary, Infovest Consulting are...
SAP Full Stack Developer at Ntice Search – Gauteng Sandton
Are you an experienced SAP Developer with a strong command of ABAP and a passion for creating innovative solutions? We are seeking aSAP Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team and help drive impactful business processes through expert development and...
Mobile Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Mobile Developer proficient in Typescript and Flutter. Key Requirements Minimum 3 years of mobile application development experience.Proficiency in TypeScript and mobile frameworks like React Native, Flutter, and Expo.Strong understanding...
SQL Database Administrator – Western Cape Constantia
?? Job Opportunity: Database Administrator | Constantia, Cape Town | PermanentWe are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join a growing financial services organisation. This role offers the chance to design and maintain high-performance, secure databases,...
Data Scientist
Hybrid work model : 2 day per week in the office Data analyst and Data scientist- Value chain solutions As part of the new Value Chain sloutions Team, you will be responsible for data analysis and solutions including simulation and modelling, design and implementation...
Back-end Developer
This role is ideal for a developer eager to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment. Key Requirements Proficiency in PHP/TypeScript with strong MVC, microservices, and event-driven...
ICT Support Technician
IT support technicians play a vital role in organizations by ensuring the smooth functioning of technology and systems. Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, and networksProviding technical support and assistance to end-usersDiagnosing and resolving...
Data Scientist – Western Cape Tyger Valley
Hybrid work model : 2 day per week in the office Data analyst and Data scientist- Value chain solutions As part of the new Value Chain sloutions Team, you will be responsible for data analysis and solutions including simulation and modelling, design and implementation...
Back-end Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
This role is ideal for a developer eager to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment. Key Requirements Proficiency in PHP/TypeScript with strong MVC, microservices, and event-driven...
ICT Support Technician – Gauteng Randburg
IT support technicians play a vital role in organizations by ensuring the smooth functioning of technology and systems. Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, and networksProviding technical support and assistance to end-usersDiagnosing and resolving...
Software System Designer I
Description:To translate business, other stakeholder requirements and user stories into system requirement and act as a link between business analyst, other requirements stakeholders and the software team. To translate overarching end to end design into detailed...
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