2024 the worst for spiralling weather, climate impacts
The clear signs of human-induced climate change reached new heights in 2024, with some of the consequences being irreversible over hundreds if not thousands of years. This is according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), which also...
AI sector accounts for 48% of 2025 unicorns
Finbold has research found that during the first quarter of 2025, as many as 48% of the 23 startups that attained unicorn status - exceeded $1-billion in valuation - were involved with the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. In addition, 70% of these AI unicorns are...
AMD boosts AI capabilities with Nod.ai acquisition
Looking to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, AMD has acquired AI specialist developer Nod.ai. The chip maker says the acquisition strongly aligns with its AI growth strategy centred on an open software ecosystem that lowers the barriers of entry...
AI helps SA scientists to improve pollen forecasts
Artificial Iintelligence (AI) is being used by South African scientists to detect and classify pollen spores in real time, which may improve forecasting of bioaerosols that trigger respiratory illnesses like allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and asthma. Prof Jonny Peter,...
PC decline looks to be bottoming out
The downward spiral for PC shipments continued during the third quarter of 2023 (3Q23) as global volumes declined 7,6% YoY with 68,2-million PCs shipped, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal...
Computer running slow? Hackers could be using it to mine crypto
Cybersecurity experts at NordVPN have issued a warning to users about a new way cybercriminals are using their victims' devices to earn money - crypto malware. While research shows that every third user is afraid of losing access to their computer files due to a...
Fair, transparent forex charges elusive for SA businesses
In the world of international business, forex transactions are the lifeblood that keeps the global economy alive with an estimated daily volume of $7,6-trillion as of April this year. The South African chunk of that amounts to over $19,1-billion. Local businesses rely...
The real cost of unplanned downtime
According to the new 'Value of Reliability' survey from ABB, 72% of industrial businesses experience unplanned outages at least once a month, compared to 68% globally. This costs the typical South African business close to R724 000 per hour, compared to R2 350 000...
How to protect your company’s brand and reputation
When a brand becomes well known it can be exploited by cybercriminals - they can hide behind the brand name in order to promote some dubious quality goods and services, or they can prey on the brand's clients, partners, or employees. The latter - including the...
Gates Foundation to boost health and development R&D
A slate of new initiatives to support locally-led innovation has been announced by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and its partners at the Grand Challenges Annual Meeting in Dakar. The investments come with an urgent call for countries to step up funding to...
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Sunbet debuts new online betting platform
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HomeFixer announces Hirsch collaboration
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Cisco, NetApp simplify cloud infrastructure delivery
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Securing and regulating IoT
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How to protect your kids online
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Smart home basics: creating a reliable LAN
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Digital printers and digital workflows
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What to consider when integrating AI into legal
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Integrated security ensures peace of mind
In today's world, security threats can come from anywhere, be it cybercriminals looking to attack your business' data, intruders targeting physical hardware, or even internal employees haplessly giving away company secrets or letting unauthorised people into your...
Kaspersky, Pilsner Urquell brewer aim to secure beverage industry
Kaspersky Lab and and Plzensky Prazdroj have announced the successful completion of a cybersecurity partnership to improve the overall industrial security posture of the brewery. Kaspersky Lab was engaged by the world-famous brewery, known for producing Pilsner...
Senior Software Engineer (SAP BW4HANA ) at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
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Data Engineer (Fully remote) – Gauteng Parkwood
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Senior Software Engineer (C# and .NET Core/.NET) at The Foschini Group
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Technical Support (German Speaking) (CPT – Onsite)
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ENVIRONMENT:SET specifications for new applications while understanding client requirements and how they translate in application features as the next Angular Developer sought by a Joburg-based leading provider of Smart IoT solutions and services. You will also be...
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Azure Developer (C# NestJS TypeScript JavaScript Node.js) (CPT Hybrid/Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding expertise as an Azure Developer (C# / NestJS / TypeScript / JavaScript / NodeJS) are sought by a growing provider of easy-to-use Software, Integrations & APIs to help build design, build & maintain robust solutions. You will work to...
Low Code Software Developer (Claris Filemaker/Database/CRM)
ENVIRONMENT:Any Devs looking to challenge themselves? We have an exciting opportunity for you to learn a new technology!A dynamic provider of business solutions in the domain of IT architecture, execution & customer support seeks an experienced Low Code Software...
Azure Developer (C# NestJS TypeScript JavaScript Node.js) (CPT Hybrid/Remote) – Western Cape Paarden Eiland
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding expertise as an Azure Developer (C# / NestJS / TypeScript / JavaScript / NodeJS) are sought by a growing provider of easy-to-use Software, Integrations & APIs to help build design, build & maintain robust solutions. You will work to...
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