Africans tend to misplace blame for climate change
Across 39 African countries, most of those who have heard of climate change place primary responsibility for addressing it on their government, while a further third saw ordinary citizens as most responsible, and very few placed responsibility on historical emitters....
Massive growth for semiconductor revenue
Worldwide semiconductor revenue totaled $655,9-billion in 2024, up 21% from $542,1-billion in 2023, according to final results by Gartner. Nvidia climbed to the number one position, overtaking Samsung Electronics and Intel for the first time. “The position shift among...
Africa remains a top target for cybercriminals
As organisations continue to become more digitised, especially in Africa, cybercriminals are staying abreast of developments - so much so that throughout this year, the continent remains one of the world regions most targeted by cybercrime. At a recent press...
Safety checklist for Black Friday online shopping
Vigilance is urged during this 2023 Black Friday and Cyber Monday as AI-generated scams enhance the threat to this year's festive shoppers and it's revealed that seven in 10 British people worry that AI will make it easier for criminals to commit online fraud. But...
GenAI job postings surge in Q3
As companies swiftly develop medium- and long-term talent plans to adapt to the evolving work landscape driven by GenAI, there is an increase in the number of job postings related to GenAI, reveals the Job Analytics Database of GlobalData. Sherla Sriprada, business...
95% of Internet users use social media
The social media space has grown tremendously in recent years becoming an integral part of everyday life for billions worldwide. Today, social media platforms count more users than ever, and their numbers keep rising. According to data from OnlyAccounts.io, as of...
Why SA companies might not pay living wages
In a world of growing calls for global social reform, companies that want to preserve their market share will have to pay their employees at least a living wage, according to Professor Ines Meyer of the Living Wage South Africa Network whose groundbreaking research...
When it comes to data centres, the future is modular
Kathy Gibson reports from Zagreb, Croatia - Croatia may be best known for its beaches and scenery but, in fact, it's also the home of a number of significant scientific and technological inventions. Viktor Petik, vice-president: integrated modular solutions for...
China’s approval clears way for Broadcom acquisition of VMware
China has approved the Broadcom acquisition of VMware, but the ensuing delay has caused ripples in the cybersecurity industry, and potentially affected VMware's standing and share value. Despite VMware's Q2 fiscal year 2024 revenue growth, the contrast in share value...
Business Confidence Index ticks down
The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) slipped by two points to 31 in the fourth quarter of 2023, with less than a third of respondents to the survey satisfied with prevailing business conditions. Business confidence was largely unchanged in three of the sectors,...
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Fujitsu launches its smallest PC
Fujitsu today introduces its smallest-ever desktop PC. With a total volume of less than one liter, the Esprimo G558 is small enough to be connected to the back of a display - yet powerful enough to perfectly run desktop and web-based office applications. With a total...
Asteroid and NAPAfrica sign MoU for Africa
Asteroid and NAPAfrica have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the two organisations, and to collaborate on developing African Internet interconnection. The cooperation focuses on promoting peering and...
Free service day for LG
LG Electronics (LG) South Africa has announced its annual Free Service Day 2018 for all South Africans on 12 and 13 October 2018, between 09:00 and 16:00 daily. "The one of a kind industry event has previously attracted many interested and current consumers, industry...
Samsung and Mickey Mouse’s 90th birthday
Mickey Mouse is celebrating his 90th anniversary this year. With his universal appeal and ability to emotionally connect with generations all over the world, no other character quite occupies a similar space in the hearts and minds of a global fan base. To commemorate...
VoIP buying guide for small businesses
Voice over IP (VoIP) is paving the way for growth and innovation - will you follow suit or fall behind? By Michael Colin, head of sales at BitCo In a landscape of digitally-driven transformation, more and more forward-thinking organisations are turning to modern...
IoT is key to a more sustainable future
The Internet of Things (IoT) is already causing waves across both the consumer and business landscapes, with IDC projecting worldwide spending to reach $772,5-billion in 2018 - an increase of 14,6% over the $674-billion that spent in 2017. Ronald Ravel, director B2B...
Mastercard, EasyPay take the friction out of payments
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Scan, monitor and check mobile subscriptions
Regularly scan your messaging inbox for messages saying you are subscribed to mobile services, monitor your contract cellphone statements or prepaid airtime balance, and proactively check your mobile subscription status with your cellular network. Do these three...
Prevention is always better than cure
Every data breach that rocks the headlines seems to get worse. The fines get bigger, the damage to reputation more severe. More than one share price has plummeted in the aftermath of a data breach. Should a data breach occur, there are multiple issues a business has...
Lenovo, Mark III demo AI in manufacturing
Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved out of the realm of scary sci-fi movies and into our homes and offices. It has implications for every industry, and smart organizations are realizing that AI will soon need to be an integral part of their business if they are...
Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our team is dedicated to transforming how businesses operate, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, and creating solutions that benefit both our clients and stakeholders. We are looking for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our growing team and...
IT DevOps Engineer
Fully remote position or in office. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics, monitoring, and...
Database Administrator at C-Pact Enterprise
Responsibilities: Manage database tasks such as design, troubleshooting, and replication.Ensure smooth operation and performance of databases.Maintain accuracy and consistency across all databases.Create product codes, descriptions, and allocate barcodes.Compile...
Junior IT Support (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech company is seeking an IT Technician to provide internal technical support and handle hardware assembly, packaging, and preparation. The role involves tasks like basic networking configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance. Candidates should...
Software Engineer (Card Payments and EMV)
Permanent. Hybrid (One day per week in office). To monitor, maintain and enhance the company's EMV Capabilities within the Card & Payments Technology & Operations Ecosystem as governed and regulated by EMVCO (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, JCB and...
Senior React Developer (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...
Senior Software Developer Node.js
Our client has an opportunity for an innovative and skilled Senior Software Developer-Node.js. The person will work with our high performing teams of technology experts to develop software in an agile environment. As a Senior Software Developer-Node.js specializing in...
IT Architect
The role of IT Architect – Applications, Technology and Security is responsible for the strategic applications, technology and security transformation within the organization and overseeing critical deliverables; such as application catalogue, rationalization, robust...
IT DevOps Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Fully remote position or in office. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics, monitoring, and...
Database Administrator at C-Pact Enterprise – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Responsibilities: Manage database tasks such as design, troubleshooting, and replication.Ensure smooth operation and performance of databases.Maintain accuracy and consistency across all databases.Create product codes, descriptions, and allocate barcodes.Compile...
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