Global IT spend set for13,5% growth, to $6,31trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,31-trillion in 2026, up 13,5% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “This latest forecast underscores the accelerating momentum in AI infrastructure and advanced memory,” says John-David Lovelock,...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD 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....

Look out for these trends in 2025

2025 is set to be a transformative year for businesses in South Africa with industries navigating new challenges and opportunities driven by global trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics. From shifts in how people work, to tariffs, and emerging risks,...

AI key in fighting new cyberthreats

During 2024, the world saw cyberthreats evolve faster than before primarily due to the rise in the number of and popularity of AI tools. These tools assist cybercriminals in refining and making attack tactics more sophisticated and more difficult to recognise, while...

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...

These are the drivers for CDP adoption

A new Juniper Research study has identified the two leading markets driving customer data platform (CDP) adoption this year: retail and digital media enterprises. Together, they will account for $1,5-billion of global spend in 2023; exceeding 70% of the global market...

FNB customers continue to embrace PayShap

FNB customers continue to embrace PayShap, a realtime payment solution that facilitates payments of up to R3 000, for low-value payments with 62% of all PayShap payments made by them under R500 - and of these, 27% are below R100, making them completely free. "Even...

Most businesses with AI lead new use cases with it

A massive 55% of organisations that have previously deployed AI always consider AI for every new use case that they are evaluating, according to a new Gartner survey. More than half of organisations (52%) report that risk factors are a critical consideration when...

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New perspective needed to solve real-world problems

SqwidNet, the licensed Sigfox IoT network operator in South Africa, has launched the second phase of the SA IoT University Challenge with a webinar introducing the eleven finalists to the Sigfox network and giving them training on how to use the development kits they...

The link between compliance and risk

Compliance is a growing challenge. 48 percent of companies saw their regulatory teams grow in 2017 and 75% foresee the need to focus more on managing regulatory risk, according to a Thomson Reuters poll. Financial institutions are spending upwards of $270-billion a...

The difference between a data breach and ransomware

It is clear that South African organisations are at risk from the same cyber-attacks that affect major global economies. The cyber threat landscape is constantly evolving in order to get around existing defence mechanisms. Cybercriminals are now using hacking attacks...

Old Mutual set for African listing

Old Mutual is taking the final steps to ensure its successful debut as a stand-alone business on several stock exchanges in Africa tomorrow (Tuesday 26 June). "The table is set for this historic event. We have a very compelling investment case that we've been sharing...

Africa must find a global health voice

If developing countries don't push for greater influence in global health organisations, they will face even greater health crises, like less affordable access to vital medicine. This is according to Dr Aquina Thulare, technical advisor on National Health Insurance in...

Fujitsu derisks the service integrator journey

Fujitsu has launches its new EMEIA-wide Service Provider Program, developed for and by partners. Designed to address the long-term shift in the way customers of all size are moving from a product-centric approach to a greater focus on IT-as-service, Fujitsu is...

How to safeguard personal information

By now, it's well known that the IT systems of insurance giant, Liberty Life, were breached by cybercriminals late on Thursday 14 June. David Munro, CEO of Liberty, had this to say regarding the attack: "It's fair to say an event like this is not something one can...

Sunbet debuts new online betting platform

Sunbet, Sun International's sportsbook, have unveiled their new website following the announcement of their partnership with the digital platform specialists, Bede Gaming and Kambi. Kambi's end-to-end sports betting solution has been integrated with a back-end...

HomeFixer announces Hirsch collaboration

South Africa's recently-launched home improvement app, HomeFixer, has announced a partnership with Hirsch's, one of South Africa's most well-known independent home appliances and furniture store. HomeFixer founder and MD, Renaldo Bothma, says that the home improvement...

Cisco, NetApp simplify cloud infrastructure delivery

Cisco and NetApp have announced new FlexPod solutions, combining Cisco UCS Integrated Infrastructure with NetApp data services to help organizations accelerate application delivery and transition to a hybrid cloud with a trusted platform for innovation. The new...

Business Analyst (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Technical Lead – Remote Remote

Technical Lead Blue Sky projects aplenty!R 110,000 - R 132,000 per monthJoin a team dedicated to delivering high-performance digital services that align with your goals and values. A collaborative, transparent team. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your 8-10...

Lead Developer – Gauteng Gauteng

Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated Lead Developer to join our growing team. As the Lead Developer, you'll play a critical role in leading a team of developers and delivering high-quality...

Senior Developer -Back-End at Ntice Search – Northern Cape Vosburg

Our client, a Software Development company specializing in automation, is on the lookout for an experienced Backend #C Software Developer to work on a project with one of the big 4 banks in SA. This is a fully remote role, you can be based anywhere in SA to be...

Test Analyst

Our client Based in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Test Analyst to play a critical role in shaping the future of their data services and business strategy. Work in a dynamic environment and on exciting projects allowing you to grow your skills to the next level!...

Java Developer (Senior) 2273

Java DeveloperESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- At least 4 years knowledge and experience in Java development including the necessary solution space e.g., version control (Git)- Java Qaurkus, Postgres DB and Kafka- GitHub- Basic understanding of Angular (TypeScript)-...

SAP Systems Analyst (MM / Inventory Management) (CH1060)

Our client in the banking industry is looking for a SAP Systems Analyst with Materials Management (MM Module) and Inventory Management experience to join their team.The purpose of the role is to deliver functional expertise in SAP MM processes, including...

Senior Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to support and manage BI analytics solutions. In this role, you should have a background in data and business intelligence. You should be analytical; an excellent communicator and a problem-solving aptitude is needed in this...

Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client Based in Cape Town is seeking a dynamic Test Analyst to play a critical role in shaping the future of their data services and business strategy. Work in a dynamic environment and on exciting projects allowing you to grow your skills to the next level!...

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