AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

European orbiter detects hints of volcanic activity on Mars

New evidence from gas seeping above volcanic rifts suggests Mars is not geologically dead deep inside, but merely sleeping. Fresh fissures along the Alba Mons region hint at active spots under the surface, where gases from inside the planet may be making their way up...

NASA experiments with drones for planetary landings

NASA successfully demonstrated technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and on other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with the agency’s Safe and Precise Landing – Integrated Capabilities Evolution (SPLICE)...

Astronomers find ‘missing’ matter

Astronomers have discovered a huge filament of hot gas bridging four galaxy clusters. At 10-times as massive as our galaxy, the thread could contain some of the Universe’s ‘missing’ matter, addressing a decades-long mystery. The astronomers used the European Space...

Africa leads in digital asset adoption

Africa holds a dominant position in global digital assets adoption, with the continent leading worldwide Stablecoin adoption at 9,3% and hosting an estimated 54-million digital assets customers. This is among the findings in what is believed to be the first...

What will economic growth look like in the new era?

A new World Economic Forum report offers a re-evaluation of global economic growth, introducing a new framework that takes a holistic look at GDP alongside the quality of growth across 107 economies. The Future of Growth Report 2024 highlights a significant economic...

Climate crisis could cause 14,5m deaths by 2050

A new World Economic Forum report warns that, by 2050, climate change may cause an additional 14,5-million deaths and $12,5-trillion in economic losses worldwide. Despite these stark findings, there is still time for global stakeholders to take decisive, strategic...

Convergence Partners snaps up Datacentrix

The Convergence Partners Digital Infrastructure Fund (CPDIF) has entered into a definitive agreement with Alviva Holdings to acquire 100% of Datacentrix Group. The acquisition is alongside the existing Datacentrix management team that has successfully led the company...

How GenAI will go mainstream in 2024

Generative AI (GenAI) was a groundbreaking development last year, with the emergence of popular chatbots such as OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard taking the technology world by storm. However, using the large language models (LLMs) powering these chatbots has...

Digital skills thought to be key to better pay

According to a recent Kaspersky survey, over half of employees surveyed in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region feel the lack of digital skills when working on computers and other digital equipment. If they had better digital skills, employees think they...

Large language model market heading for $35bn

The global large language model market size is anticipated to reach $35,43-billion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 35,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing demand for Natural Language Processing (NLP)...

X shares the most data with third parties

In a revealing study of 100 popular apps, new research from Surfshark highlights that X (Twitter) shares data with third parties the most, while Facebook and Instagram collect significant amounts of user data. Out of the 10 social media and messaging apps analysed,...

Cisco, OECD launch digital wellbeing research initiative

Cisco has signed a research collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) that aims to help promote a responsible use of technology as well as fairness, inclusion and equitable access in a global digital economy. Cisco and the...

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Machine learning takes on spam

Spam: the bane of the user's existence and the cyber criminal's friend. We've all, at some stage, received these unwanted emails advertising products and services we most certainly have no interest in. Early attempts at blocking spam in the early 2000s produced a...

Women of CCBSA connected to ‘virtual village’

Women of Coca-Cola Beverages SA have joined a growing 'virtual village' of their sisters as the company launches a women's network called 'Women@CCBSA', in commemoration of Women's Month. Through Women@CCBSA, the company seeks to connect women to each other and also...

Moresport adds Cquential Warehouse Solutions

Cquential Warehouse Solutions, part of the Argility Technology Group, has revealed details of the successful roll out of the Moresport warehouse management system. Moresport is a subsidiary of JSE listed Long4Life Limited, and constitutes its Sport & Recreation...

T-Mobile, Nokia ink $3,5bn 5G network agreement

T-Mobile and Nokia announced a landmark $3,5-billion agreement to accelerate the deployment of a nationwide 5G network. Nokia will provide T-Mobile with its complete end-to-end 5G technology, software and services portfolio, assisting the Un-carrier in its efforts to...

New GM appointed at Blue Label

Blue Label Technology Solutions has appointed industry veteran, Ricky Correia as GM. "Blue Label Technology Solutions' drive to deliver relevant revenue streams for southern African service providers is more important now than ever. Correia's appointment strengthens...

A guide to effective, robust corporate security

There is a heightened sense of cyber security in the corporate world. Companies are now more aware than ever before of the level of risk they are exposed to and the real danger that sophisticated cyber threats pose. Cyber-criminals are using sophisticated tech-driven...

Drive innovation with progressive Java architecture

It's seldom that you're able to bring something fresh to a 30-year relationship and have both partners equally content with the outcome. But that's what BBD was able to achieve with a new Java development framework for one of its long-time clients in the fast-paced...

Online tech aids diligence in auditing process

With auditing firms under the spotlight recently there has never been a more pressing need for auditing vigilance to restore the faith in the profession. While auditors have multiple roles, their function of providing assurance or perspective regarding the integrity...

Signify lights up people’s lives

Signify, formally Philips Lighting today brought light to Khaya Centre; a community centre situated in Lehae, Johannesburg. As part of the social impact drive, the Signify team conducted a lighting retrofit and installed LED lights at the centre. This initiative is a...

SAP Africa Code Week makes a mark in Botswana

SAP Africa Code Week (ACW) visited Botswana last week to facilitate Train-the-Trainer (TTT) workshops for teachers and youth. Taking place in the last week of July at various communities across the country, more than 1 000 participants received hands-on training on...

SQL Database Administrator – Western Cape Constantia

?? Job Opportunity: Database Administrator | Constantia, Cape Town | PermanentWe are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join a growing financial services organisation. This role offers the chance to design and maintain high-performance, secure databases,...

Data Scientist

Hybrid work model : 2 day per week in the office Data analyst and Data scientist- Value chain solutions As part of the new Value Chain sloutions Team, you will be responsible for data analysis and solutions including simulation and modelling, design and implementation...

Back-end Developer

This role is ideal for a developer eager to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment. Key Requirements Proficiency in PHP/TypeScript with strong MVC, microservices, and event-driven...

ICT Support Technician

IT support technicians play a vital role in organizations by ensuring the smooth functioning of technology and systems. Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, and networksProviding technical support and assistance to end-usersDiagnosing and resolving...

Data Scientist – Western Cape Tyger Valley

Hybrid work model : 2 day per week in the office Data analyst and Data scientist- Value chain solutions As part of the new Value Chain sloutions Team, you will be responsible for data analysis and solutions including simulation and modelling, design and implementation...

Back-end Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

This role is ideal for a developer eager to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment. Key Requirements Proficiency in PHP/TypeScript with strong MVC, microservices, and event-driven...

ICT Support Technician – Gauteng Randburg

IT support technicians play a vital role in organizations by ensuring the smooth functioning of technology and systems. Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, and networksProviding technical support and assistance to end-usersDiagnosing and resolving...

Software System Designer I

Description:To translate business, other stakeholder requirements and user stories into system requirement and act as a link between business analyst, other requirements stakeholders and the software team. To translate overarching end to end design into detailed...

Accounting Technical Specialist

We are looking for a Technical Accountant to provide technical accounting support and operational expertise to help ensure that financial reports are accurate and balanced. This role will support the client in daily operations and regulatory obligations, ensuring the...

Senior C# Software Developer at Private

We are looking for a C# Senior developer responsible for building C# applications, including anything from back-endservices to their client-end counterparts. Your primary responsibilities will be to design and develop these applications and to coordinate with the rest...

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