OpenAI releases GPT-4.5 preview for developers
OpenAI has released a research preview of GPT‑4.5, which is says is a step forward in scaling up pre-training and post-training. The new preview is available to Pro users and developers worldwide. By scaling unsupervised learning, GPT‑4.5 improves its ability to...
Global initiative aims to improve submarine cable resilience
Governments, industry executives and international organizations have expressed support for strengthening the world's vital undersea network of telecommunications cables at the International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Abuja, Nigeria. The concluding Summit...
Security, risk management spend set for double-digit growth
Worldwide end user spending on security and risk management is projected to total $215-billion in 2024 - an increase of 14,3% from 2023 - according to Gartner, which says that in 2023, global security and risk management end user spending is estimated to reach...
Customer experience investments resilient despite budget cuts
A recent International Data Corporation (IDC) report titled "How Do Experiential Value Streams Contribute to Customer Success? " highlights that amid looming recession fears, customer experience (CX) stands as a top priority, largely immune to budget cuts and...
SA teachers make Global Teacher Prize shortlist
Mokolwane Masweneng, an English teacher at Dithothwaneng Senior Secondary School, Mphanama, Limpopo, and Mariette Wheeler, a science teacher at Protea Heights Academy in Cape Town,, have been included in the top 50 shortlist for the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher...
PMI declines in September
Conditions in the South African manufacturing sector deteriorated at the end of the third quarter, according to the seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) which declined by 4.3 points in September to 45.4. The soft reading for the headline PMI was...
Tracking malware: one discovery leads to another
Kaspersky experts have analysed a recent campaign by Zanubis, a banking Trojan distinguished by its adeptness at assuming the guise of legitimate applications. The investigation also sheds light on the recently discovered AsymCrypt cryptor/loader and the evolving...
Irish fab begins high-volume production of Intel 4 technology
Intel has begun producing Intel 4 technology, which uses extreme ultraviolet (EUV) technology, and the first use of EUV in high-volume manufacturing (HVM) in Europe. The arrival of this important moment ushers in the future for products like Intel's upcoming Intel...
New board member for Datatec
Datatec has announced the appointment of Sabine Everaet as an independent non-executive director of the company with effect from 2 October 2023. Everaet worked at The Coca-Cola Company from 1995 to 2021 where she held various IT management and senior leadership roles...
CIPC updates deadline for beneficial ownership compliance
All South African companies and entities were required to submit beneficial ownership information to the CIPC (Companies and Intellectual Property Commission) before 1 October 2023. If they didn't meet the deadline, they have a grace period until their next CIPC...
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Insights-as-a-service offers clear advantages
The numerous cost and skills challenges associated with implementing an effective data analytics approach can be overcome by simply buying it as a service, according to PBT Group. With the exponential growth of information that is currently occurring, the importance...
PayU buys Israeli payment provider ZOOZ
PayU has announced the acquisition of leading payments technology platform ZOOZ. The deal supports PayU's ongoing expansion into high growth markets and targets the $994 billion opportunity in cross border payments. The ZOOZ acquisition is for an undisclosed amount...
Bytes MS signs JV with Microvulintuthuko
Bytes Managed Solutions (Bytes MS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of JSE-listed technology company Altron, has signed a joint venture with express courier company, Microvulintuthuko (MicroVBE), to significantly improve customer service through the fast delivery of spares...
Thai cave rescue show benefits of rapidly deployable WiFi
Disaster preparedness and response have entered a new era, where providing first responders and emergency workers, as well as the public, with internet connectivity has become a critical factor in effective operations, according to Cambium Networks. This was recently...
I got retrenched – now what?
In this era of downsizing and mergers, job loss is something we all fear. If you find yourself waiting for news regarding your employment status, try to avoid conjecture. Instead, ManpowerGroup South Africa's MD Lyndy van den Barselaar suggests that you should be...
AI key to solving African healthcare challenges
Artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionise healthcare supply chains in Africa, according to supply chain specialist Deborah Dull, representing the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Speaking at the recent SAPICS Conference in Cape Town, Dull revealed how AI in...
How the Industry 4.0 will change cybersecurity
We've come a long way from the industrial revolution that saw the creation of steam engines and mechanised manufacturing completely transforming the world at the time. Then came electricity and later, IT enabled manufacturing. Today we stand at the edge of the fourth...
Doros Hadjizenonos is Fortinet’s regional sales director
Doros Hadjizenonos has been appointed as the new regional sales director for Fortinet Southern Africa with effect from 1 July, 2018. "Doros brings with him a wealth of experience in this sector, and we're delighted to welcome him to the team," says Perry Hutton,...
Predictive analytics vital for personalised insurance
Having access to sophisticated predictive analytics has become a business priority for insurers. Being able to factor in historical and real-time data to analyse patterns, determine risk, and identify trends is now fundamental to insurance success. Kelly Preston, data...
Grab your cameras and capture the blood moon
On 27 July 2018, South Africans can bear witness to a total lunar eclipse, as the earth's shadow completely covers the moon. Also known as a blood or red moon, a total lunar eclipse is the most dramatic of all lunar eclipses and presents an exciting photographic...
Systems Analyst (SQL Essential) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...
Software Developer – Java (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....
Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
BI Consultant (Junior) 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...
Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Menlyn
Join a leading medical technology company based in Menlyn as a Senior C# Developer. This is a permanent position offering a hybrid working model, combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaboration of office-based interactions. In this role, you'll...
Network Engineer
Qualifications and Experience: Tertiary IT Systems Diploma, or equivalentNetwork certification is mandatory.5 - 10 years' Network experience in a corporate / industrial environmentVMware networkingWindows ServersFoundational troubleshooting skills in Linux.Linux FTP...
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 / Consultant (JHB) (1002127) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our client is looking to add a highly qualified graduate, with at least a Masters Degree, however our client will prefer a PhD degree. Due to on-going company growth our client is now looking to recruit additional. Consultants to assist customers with...
BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment
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...
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