These are 2025’s top trends in data and analytics
Gartner has identified the top data and analytics (D&A) trends for 2025 that are driving the emergence of a wide range of challenges, including organizational and human issues. “D&A is going from the domain of the few, to ubiquity,” says Gareth Herschel,...
Slow but steady growth for security appliances
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Security Appliance Tracker, total market revenue in the security appliances market remained stable, posting a 1,5% growth in the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24) and reaching $5,1-billion - an...
Wearables bounce back
Global shipments for wearable devices returned to growth in the second quarter of 2023 (2Q23) reversing two quarters of decline, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker. The market grew 8,5% year...
Quantum computing finds faster routing in disasters
Terra Quantum and Honda Research Institute Europe (HRI-EU) have collaborated to develop new methods to shorten escape times in emergency situations. In the joint project, Terra Quantum and HRI-EU have demonstrated the potential of hybrid quantum computing methods to...
SA among top countries for fintech adoption
South Africa scores highly for fintech adoption, according to new research by Tipalti. The study analysed factors such as global fintech adoption rates, Google searches for fintech by country and the regions that have the highest virtual capital funding to uncover the...
Cisco acquisition of Splunk comes with challenges, says GlobalData
Cisco's strategic acquisition of cybersecurity company Splunk not only propels the company deeper into AI-enabled data-driven security and observability but also injects an impressive $4-billion into its annualised recurring revenues. However, the challenge ahead lies...
SOE CEO appointments remain a governance minefield, says IoDSA
News reports that the Minister of Public Enterprises has rejected the name put forward by the Eskom board to replace André de Ruyter as CEO once again raising the complex governance issues relating to the appointment of senior management at state-owned enterprises...
Webb finds carbon source on surface of Europa
Jupiter’s moon Europa is one of a handful of worlds in our solar system that could potentially harbor conditions suitable for life. Previous research has shown that beneath its water-ice crust lies a salty ocean of liquid water with a rocky seafloor. However,...
African smartphone market picks up
Newly-released data from IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker shows that Africa's smartphone market saw shipments grow 7,6% year on year (YoY) in Q2 2023 to total 19,6-million units. This growth follows seven quarters of continuous YoY decline. Among...
These industries will lead ICT spending growth
Worldwide spending on information and communications technology (ICT) reached nearly $4,7-trillion in 2022 and, after a slightly slower 2023, is forecast to grow steadily through 2027 with a 5,7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), according to the latest update to...
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Ecobank wins digital strategy award
Ecobank won the Best Digital Strategy Award at the Retail Banker International's prestigious awards ceremony in London last week. Ecobank's digital strategy leverages digitalisation for scale and ubiquity and is the key plank in its ambition to be the top consumer...
Troye proactively addresses security threats
Local managed IT services provider, Troye, is proactively helping its clients defend against external and insider security threats and is helping mitigate phishing attacks and loss of data due to malicious behaviour. With the imminent enforcement of PoPI and GDPR,...
Digital transformation the way of the future
In recent years, we have seen more and more businesses giving serious thoughts to replacing their core IT systems. Many have been avoiding the issue for decades by investing in quick fixes, narrow point solutions, and homegrown workarounds. A large and growing number...
How document management can improve your bottom line
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Do’s and don’ts of background screening
Intensive interviewing and background screening are necessities for many companies taking on new employees, as the need to verify a candidate's background and reliability can mean the difference between disaster and success. Today, serious candidates have come to...
Earn Avios with OpenWeb Mobile data
OpenWeb is now rewarding its clients with Avios on their LTE-A mobile data purchases. As part of the launch, OpenWeb and Avios will be awarding 2 000 bonus Avios to the first 150 customers that take up the offer. Avios will be awarded into customer's Avios Travel...
Indian passenger data on the black market
SearchInform has noted several incidents involving data leaks that happened in April 2018. Alexei Parfentiev, a senior business analyst at SearchInform, unpacks the information. The investigation into the non-payment of fees by the agency managing the duty-free store...
Veeam DataLabs provides isolated production instances
Veeam Software has unveiled a new, key component of Veeam Hyper-Availability Platform - Veeam DataLabs. A form of copy data management, Veeam DataLabs allows organisations to easily create new instances of their production environments on-demand. This capability...
Inking the new SqwidNet brand
SqwidNet has announced the launch of its new brand, aligning itself with the dynamic Internet of Things (IoT) environment it operates in. "I am very excited to announce the launch of our new brand," says Phathizwe Malinga, acting-CEO of SqwidNet. "As a technology...
DVT sponsors UX South Africa Conference
Software development and testing company DVT recently sponsored the UX South Africa Conference (#UXJHB18) which took place on 9 to 11 May in Johannesburg. The annual event brings together practitioners, professionals, and industry experts wanting to explore the...
.Net Software Architect – Gauteng Pretoria
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in C# Software Development. At least 3-5 years in a Senior Architectural (Not Solutions) Architectural DesignLead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance, and secure software solutions using .NET Core. Ensure...
Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...
Database Administrator at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
D365 Business Systems Analyst – Gauteng Germiston
We are recruiting a Business Systems Analyst to join the Germiston based head office of a national concern. Minimum RequirementsBSc Computer Science, Information Technology or related field / Equivalent qualification3+ years business systems analysis experience.MS...
Full Stack Developer (Go, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Travel Agency seeks the coding talents of a Full Stack Developer with Go, HTML, CSS & JavaScript to join its growing team. In this role, you will work closely with the Founders and have an opportunity to put your stamp on a career-defining...
Data Engineer at DSV
Location: Kempton ParkTime Type: Full TimeMAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE The Data Engineer is part of the Africa Business Intelligence Team which is responsible for the Africa Healthcare and Road Logistics Business Intelligence solutions.This specific position forms part of...
Project Manager (Software) (Contract) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...
Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment
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...
Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment
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....
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