Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

SA-made AI chatbot improves childhood development

An AI-powered chatbot developed locally by Tregter and the Do More Foundation will be featured at the BRICS Youth Innovation Summit scheduled to take place in Cape Town in April this year. The Eat Love Play Talk (ELPT) chatbot is designed to effectively collect data...

Citizens take to Gauteng e-panic button

Since the launch of the Gauteng e-panic button in April 2024, the Gauteng e-government department has seen 100 000 downloads from residents, with hopes that the number of downloads will increase in 2025. Since the inception of the panic button, more than  51 000...

Execs aren’t sleeping enough – and it’s a cardiometabolic risk

A new study published in Preventive Medicine journal found that four years of consistently inadequate sleep in corporate executives was associated with adverse cardiometabolic health. Led by Paula Pienaar, a PhD candidate at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Vrije...

Modern slavery still a huge risk in supply chains

Seventy-one percent of sustainable procurement leaders consider addressing modern slavery risk a key priority, but just half report making effective progress on the issue, according to new research from Gartner. Chief procurement officers (CPOs) cannot rely on...

AMD debuts fastest AMD Radeon laptop graphics

AMD has introduced flagship laptop graphics processor AMD Radeon RX 7900M, the fastest AMD Radeon GPU ever developed for laptops. Built on AMD RDNA 3 architecture, the new high-performance GPU brings faster gaming and content creation performance to mobile systems,...

Global NFT art sales hit new low

The once-booming non-fungible token (NFT) art market continues falling as collectors spend less and less on digital artwork. According to data presented by AltIndex.com, global NFT art sales value dropped to only $11-million in September, the lowest figure in years....

TikTok clamps down on videos, accounts

TikTok removed 106 476 032 videos for violations in Q2 2023, according to data presented by the Atlas VPN team based on TikTok's Community Guideline Enforcement report. The platform also wiped a total of 107 917 818 accounts in Q2 2023. Notably, most removed accounts...

Car repos on the rise

After an influx of complaints about the repossession of vehicles by banks when people fall behind with their vehicle finance repayments, the Ombudsman for Banking Services (OBS), Reana Steyn, says it is necessary to clarify the rights of both consumers and banks in...

Tech trends for 2024 and beyond

In its top strategic predictions for 2024, Gartner explores how generative AI (GenAI) has changed executive leaders’ way of thinking on every subject - and how to create a more flexible and adaptable organisation that is better prepared for the future. “GenAI presents...

Younger consumers more aware of their data rights

Younger consumers are taking deliberate action to protect their privacy, with 42% of consumers aged 18-24 exercising their Data Subject Access Rights, compared with just 6% for consumers 75 and older. Polled by Cisco’s 2023 Consumer Privacy Survey, many say they have...

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Imagine a better world with robots and win

Epson has opened the floor to local higher education institutes, universities and research facilities, calling for submissions for innovative concepts and ideas that demonstrate how the Epson T series robots can be used in an innovative way. Entrants can win up to the...

Destroy or redeploy?

Companies must be cautious to safely dispose of data-rich electronics, especially in this rapid pace of technological and digital change. An even bigger challenge is to decide whether it is more economical to destroy or redeploy old equipment. Recycling old...

Matsei joins IFS Partner Network

Matsei Technologies & Consulting has joined the IFS Partner Network to deliver IFS business solutions to organisations in Africa's defence, aviation, logistics, health, agriculture, mining and public-sector industries. Based in Pretoria, Matsei Technologies &...

Cloud shift in SA financial service sector

Mounting pressure on financial service institutions has forced a change in strategy as disruptors redefine the competitive landscape. Andrew Cruise, CEO, Routed, a vendor neutral cloud infrastructure provider, says that thanks to the cloud and a growing base of market...

The future of business connectivity

The rise of SD-WAN is changing the way organisations manage their network infrastructure, as it offers a more agile, cost-effective and resilient approach. Imagine a reality where you had bought and paid for a brand new car, but the dealership still had complete...

Full-spectrum security in a complex world

Kathy Gibson is at Gartner Symposium in Cape Town – Digital and workforce transformation are underpinned by IT and security transformation. Many of the trends we are seeing are driven by a massive increase in data, says Servaas Venter, director: data protection...

MTN invites participation in TADHack

MTN is inviting enthusiastic problem-solvers to register to participate in the Telecom Application Developer Hackathon (TADHack) challenge, which will take place from 13 to 14 October 2018 at MTN head office in Johannesburg. "As the host of TADHack Johannesburg, MTN...

Taxify boosts driver safety

Ride-hailing company Taxify has boosted driver safety, with drivers now able to connect quickly and easily to private security response teams, emergency medical services and roadside assistance in the event of any medical or security emergencies. The new safety...

Gemalto, R3 pilot blockchain for digital ID

Who are you, and can you prove it? The new Gemalto Trust ID Network enables users to give digital service providers fully verified and secured answers to these simple yet critical questions. By creating and managing their own 'Self-Sovereign' Digital ID, users can...

Ruckus launches ‘Dogfather’ technical community

Ruckus Networks has launched its Dogfather Technical Community in EMEA. The programme empowers partners through a series of educational initiatives that give the Ruckus partner ecosystem a competitive edge and the ability to provide innovative solutions that meet...

Project Manager (Tourism and Lodges) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Lead the Way in Luxury HospitalityPosition: Project Manager About UsJoin a leader in designing and developing bespoke luxury hospitality projects. They're dedicated to creating high-end, sustainable tourism experiences that inspire. If you excel in managing...

DBA – PostgreSQL at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:If you're seeking a rewarding opportunity to contribute to positive social change while earning a competitive salary and working for an innovative, dynamic and well-organised international organisation, this employer is definitely worth considering....

BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

IT Support Specialist (MS365 and Azure)

Ready to Be the Hero of Tech Troubles? We're searching for an IT Support Specialist who can swoop in and save the day when systems go haywire. If you're a master at troubleshooting, customer-focused, and love solving problems, join us and let's keep our tech running...

Technical Architect at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role:As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the successful execution of software development projects through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You will be responsible for meticulous project planning, resource...

Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...

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