Memory and SDD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Geopolitics threatens positive economic trends

Supported by the same factors that lifted the South African economy last year, economic activity increased in March 2026. However, this does not signal an economy out of the woods, as escalating geopolitical tensions threaten forecasts. This is according to the latest...

Slower top line growth, talent issues worry CFOs

Chief financial officers (CFOs) anticipate slower top line growth and talent issues will be the biggest challenges for enterprise performance in 2025, according to December survey by Gartner. The poll of 250 CFOs and finance leaders, taken during The Top Priorities...

Users came under sustained attack in 2024

Kaspersky’s detection systems discovered an average of 467 000 malicious files per day in 2024, marking a 14% increase compared to the previous year. Certain types of threats saw significant growth with experts reporting a 33% surge in Trojan detections compared to...

Wireless LAN market set to hit record $10bn this year

The wireless LAN market is expected to grow another 11% this year as newfound supply floods into the market, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group, which adds that manufacturers based in China have leapfrogged to WiFi 7, already testing the new APs with their...

Users want to customise their metaverse experience

Thirty five percent of US adults are now seeking out new ways to personalise their metaverse experience, says new research from BitcoinCasino.com. "The metaverse is quickly emerging as the next big tech platform and with it comes some exciting opportunities," says...

Hubble sees evaporating planet getting the hiccups

A young planet whirling around a petulant red dwarf star is changing in unpredictable ways orbit-by-orbit. It is so close to its parent star that it experiences a consistent, torrential blast of energy, which evaporates its hydrogen atmosphere – causing it to puff off...

PMI sees July decline

After what looks to have been a decent second quarter, at least in terms of quarterly growth momentum, the manufacturing sector had a setback at the start of the third quarter. This is the message from the latest seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index...

Conversational AI capabilities drive contact centre market

Worldwide contact centre (CC) and CC conversational AI and virtual assistant end user spending is projected to total $18,6-billion in 2023, an increase of 16,2% from 2022, says Gartner. "Near-term investment growth rates for CC and CC conversational AI and virtual...

Global fintech funding falls … but it’s not all bad news

The first six months of 2023 have proven difficult for the global fintech market with both total funding and the number of deals dropping - from $63,2-billion across 2 885 deals in H2 2022 to $52,4-billion across 2 153 deals in the first half of 2023, according to...

The dangers of collaboration tools exposed

South African businesses are failing to provide dedicated training on collaboration tools even though almost all of them (93%) have experienced a threat via their chosen tools, according to new research from Mimecast exploring the state of the collaboration tools...

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How low code development helps your business

Low code development platforms make building applications quick and easy enough that even people without any coding knowledge can do it. By Ben Cilliers, applications development manager at IndigoCube They also make deploying to multiple platforms, such as tablets,...

Global design competition from Samsung, Dezeen

Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with design and architectural magazine Dezeen, inviting designers to create graphics for the Ambient Mode feature on Samsung's QLED TVs. Running until August 3, the contest offers 29 500 Euros (R468 969) in total prize...

Serve yourself and potential employers honestly

News reports of qualification scandals involving high level administrators in the public and private sector, alike, continue to stress the critical importance of comprehensive background screening checks. All job seekers are urged to be honest, as the personal risks...

Fujitsu simplifies disaster recovery

Fujitsu has introduced the latest version of Fujitsu Eternus Snapshot Manager (ESM). The feature-rich and efficient software enables near-instant disaster recovery and reliable business continuity through array-based snapshot and data replication of Fujitsu Eternus...

Commercial messaging from IMImobile SA

IMImobile SA has launched a new commercial messaging service, MiniMailers, a rich media messaging solution that is delivered directly to a consumer's messaging inbox. MiniMailers has been successfully trialed with some of South Africa's largest banks who were...

BBD joins Amazon Web Services Partner Network

BBD has achieved Standard Consulting Partner status in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN). In addition, BBD is now able to provide services through the Amazon CloudFront global content delivery network (CDN). Dieter Rosch, executive and cloud champion...

What burglars look for before breaking into a home

The mid-year school break is here, and with it will come trips away with the family and holidays abroad, which means homes will be left empty at a greater rate. Before you pack up your suitcase to take your much-needed holiday, it's important to make sure that your...

Australian data specialist joins forces with ABM Systems

Following a period of collaboration, Satsumas will merge its business operations with Decision Inc's Australian company, ABM Systems. ABM Systems are specialists in helping clients improve business performance through analytical solutions. Decision Inc is a global...

MTN introduces Made For Home

MTN has extended their customer offering with the introduction of a new bdoadband proposition, addressing consumers' need for in-home Internet connectivity. The MTN Made For Home proposition is offered on MTNs fixed LTE network, and is specifically designed for use...

Telkom offers Samsung deals for Christmas in July

Telkom Mobile is offering exclusive deals on Samsung devices with FreeMe and LIT Video Streaming services to celebrate Christmas in July. New and existing Telkom customers can take advantage of great prices on Samsung Galaxy J4, A6, J6, J7, A8, S8, S8 Plus, S9, S9...

Business Analyst – AI & Chatbot Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with a strong background in AI and chatbot technologies. You'll play a key role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical solutions by analyzing requirements, designing effective strategies, and ensuring...

Intermediate Software Developer (Java) (CH1070)

Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payments solutions, is looking for an Intermediate Level Java Software Developer to join their team in Stellenbosch. This is a hybrid role.Responsibilities include:The role of Developer is divided into...

Java Developer (Expert) 2867

Java DeveloperESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.- Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.- Expertise in Java...

Full Stack developer Dot Netcore

Intermediate Full stack Developers ( Automotive exp and SaaS web solutions advantage) Hybrid work Role Overview: Develop and deliver feature-rich SaaS solutions tailored to the automotive industry, driving innovation and enhancing user experiencesRequired: Proficiency...

Business Analyst – AI & Chatbot Specialist – Gauteng Gauteng

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with a strong background in AI and chatbot technologies. You'll play a key role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical solutions by analyzing requirements, designing effective strategies, and ensuring...

Java Developer (Expert) 2867 – Gauteng Pretoria

Java DeveloperESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.- Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.- Expertise in Java...

Full Stack developer Dot Netcore – Eastern Cape Port Elizabeth

Intermediate Full stack Developers ( Automotive exp and SaaS web solutions advantage) Hybrid work Role Overview: Develop and deliver feature-rich SaaS solutions tailored to the automotive industry, driving innovation and enhancing user experiencesRequired: Proficiency...

Full Stack Developer – Angular (LM)

Conduct with the feature team members, system analysis, design, development and testing for their assigned technical products or applications within the context of an agile/DevOps delivery model. Maintain and develop, deploy, and operate frontend and backend cross...

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