Tech helps reunite users with unclaimed benefits
An estimated R90 billion in unclaimed assets lies dormant across South Africa, belonging to millions of individuals who remain unaware that these funds are rightfully theirs. Since the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) brought the issue to light in its 2022...
FNB scoops brand accolades
FNB has been recognised as the top performing financial institution across three categories at the 15th Brand Africa 100 South Africa’s Best Brands awards, being named the Most Admired Financial Services Brand, Most Admired Banking Brand and Most Admired African Brand...
Nvidia shows gaming, creating, GenAI, robotics at CES
Generative AI models that will bring lifelike characters to games and applications and new GPUs for gamers and creators were among the highlights of Nvidia's announcements ahead of this week's CES trade show in Las Vegas. "Today, Nvidia is at the centre of the latest...
AMD reveals next-gen desktop processors
Ahead of CES 2024, AMD has announced new products expanding its desktop portfolio, delivering premium experiences to gamers, content creators and everyday users through greater performance and personal AI processing. AMD is introducing the new AMD Ryzen 8000G Series...
Cooperation is possible even in midst of competition
The World Economic Forum today launched the Global Cooperation Barometer to measure the state of global cooperation. The barometer indicates that global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020 but overall cooperation declined by 2% from...
Why we need to cut emissions by 7% a year
Global emissions, which are continuing to rise by 1,5% a year, must be cut by 7% annually until 2030 to limit global warming to 1,5°C, as agreed by countries that signed the Paris Agreement in 2015. This size of emissions reduction is unprecedented, surpassing the...
New cross-platform threats come to light
Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered the emergence of three cross-platform threats and reveals three new strategies being employed by cybercriminals using the FakeSG campaign, Akira ransomware, and AMOS macOS stealer in its latest...
These are the risks to guard against in 2024
While the past year will be remembered for some incredibly destructive events, the tech industry managed a show of some resilience, wrapping up ahead of expectations - although not without its own surprises. "Most industry players entered 2023 with fairly low...
Software-defined vehicles market drives for $700bn
Connected and software-defined vehicles (SDVs) represent a new paradigm for automakers and consumers, writes James Falkiner, technology analyst at IDTechEx. Whereas older ICE vehicles were a conglomeration of 70+ Electronic Control units, kilometres of wiring, and...
Live commerce platforms to reach $3,48bn by 2030
The global live commerce platforms market size is anticipated to reach $3,48-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 21,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Factors, such as increasing demand for online shopping and more engaging...
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Gaming comes into the mainstream
Video gaming is no longer a niche activity enjoyed by a few away from everyone else - the $30-billion gaming industry is solidly in the mainstream and growing fast. In 2017, more people watched esport's "League of Legends" finals than the US's football and baseball...
How Africa can embrace an AI-enabled future
It's no longer news that artificial intelligence (AI) will be a driving force behind the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with the global economic returns of this revolution expected to be in the region of about $16-trillion, writes Zoaib Hoosen, MD of Microsoft. Along...
Clayton Naidoo is new Cisco GM
Cisco has appointed Clayton Naidoo as the new GM for sub-Saharan Africa, based out of the Johannesburg office in South Africa. In his role, Naidoo will oversee the implementation of Cisco's strategy in the region, executing a vision that delivers transformational...
Background screening is a business investment
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Richard Peasey joins Marval Africa
Richard Peasey, former chief information security officer for Absa, has joined Marval Africa's team as managing executive. Peasey will be driving new strategic goals and objectives in transitioning the local office into a stronger sales focused organisation. This...
Xerox workplace solutions boost mobility, security
With mobility and security dominating today's workplace, Xerox has responded with new solutions that safeguard both data and devices while offering greater cost control. Xerox Workplace Solutions includes print management and mobility offerings available in cloud or...
Kaspersky Lab boosts mobile threat defense
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Plantronics, Polycom acquisition good news for resellers
Last week Westcon-Comstor Sub-Saharan African vendors Plantronics and Polycom wrapped up an acquisition that the companies say will bring customers a premier, comprehensive communications and collaboration experience for their UCC ecosystem. The good news for...
Schneider Electric debuts Easy UPS 3S
Schneider Electric South Africa has announced the launch of its Easy UPS 3S in Africa. Making business continuity easy for small and medium businesses, Easy UPS 3S is a 10-to-40kVA Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that offers robust electrical specifications and...
What do survey incentives do to data quality?
Research has proven that incentives increase survey responses. However, enticing a person to complete a survey with an incentive means you can be sure to get different answers. Whether you choose to incentivise your survey or not, data quality needs to be at the...
Senior Business Analyst – Western Cape Constantia
Senior Business Analyst with minimum 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the Financial Services Industry (Asset Management) with a strong skills set in systems and data, required to provide technology solutions, for this Asset Management Company...
Configuration Analyst – Remote Remote
A vacancy exists within a dynamic, forward thinking division of this market leader in the automotive sector. Reporting to the IT Manager, the incumbent of this position will take full responsibility for providing 1st and 2nd line support to the business, including but...
MuleSoft Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
We are a forward-thinking technology-driven organization committed to innovation and efficiency. We are seeking a talented and experienced MuleSoft Developer to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about designing, building, and optimizing APIs and integration...
Senior IT Network Administrator (Sandton Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Digital Supply Chain Specialist seeks the technical expertise of a proactive Senior IT Network Administrator who will play a critical role in managing and optimising office IT infrastructure, network systems and customer site deployments....
SOC Analyst (Sandton)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in mining technology, specializing in advanced analytics and solution, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SOC Analyst to join their Security Operations Centre (SOC) team. The SOC Analyst is responsible for real-time security...
IT Security – (Penetration Tester)
Our clients are looking for a IT Security Team Lead who is highly skilled in PEN Testing and Cybersecurity. Key Requirements Conduct investigations, feasibility studies, and surveys of proposed and existing IS and machine applications, ensuring alignment with senior...
Project Manager (Health Information System Support – Contract – Wits RHI – Gophelega – Tshwane)
Main purpose of the job:To provide user support and customer service on SyNCH applications and platforms at healthcare facilitiesTroubleshoot problems and advise on the appropriate action to end users at the different facilities where the SyNCH program is...
Project Manager (Mining & Engineering)
A dynamic Mining organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a Project Manager with 5 years' experience working in a similar role.Minimum RequirementsMatricValid Driver's License and Own VehicleDegree or Diploma in Project Management...
Oracle PL/SQL Developer
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Oracle PL / SQL Developer to join them on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Provide Technical Guidance and SupportOffer expertise and support to the product team, assisting with...
MS CRM Tech Lead
We are a dynamic, customer-centric organization committed to leveraging innovative technologies to drive business success. As part of our commitment to digital transformation, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MS CRM Tech Lead to join our team. Key...
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