The AI model that found 370 exoplanets is expanding its reach

Scientists have discovered more than 6 000 planets that orbit stars other than our Sun, known as exoplanets. More than half of these planets were discovered thanks to data from NASA’s retired Kepler mission and NASA’s current TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey...

SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves

South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...

AIoT drives transformation in manufacturing and energy

AIoT, the convergence of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, is enhancing efficiency, security and decision-making at manufacturing, industrial and energy companies worldwide. Key findings from the IDC InfoBrief, How AIoT Is Reshaping Industrial...

Research shows that humans and honeyguides speak in local dialects

Researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT), working with international collaborators, have shown that people in northern Mozambique use regionally distinct “dialects” when communicating with honeyguide birds, revealing a striking parallel to the way human...

Digital adoption boosts anti-money laundering market

The global anti-money laundering market is expected to reach $4,24-billion by 2030 - with a CAGR of 16% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research, which says that the growing adoption of digital and mobile payments is driving the anti-money...

DNS activity demonstrates the reach of cyberthreats

The threat landscape is full of moving targets. Over time, popular tools, tactics, and procedures change: malicious techniques shift to follow global trends, and often disappear or resurface, sometimes years down the line. To stay ahead of this ebb and flow, security...

SA fast-tracks reforms aimed at avoiding FATF greylisting

South Africa awaits the outcome of the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) meeting this week that is intended to determine if the country has done enough to address deficiencies in its current legal framework, as well as the effectiveness of its implementation. If...

European AI market grows steadily despite uncertain economy

Despite the war in Ukraine, inflation, IT budget cuts, and layoffs announced by even the biggest tech companies, International Data Corporation (IDC) estimates that the artificial intelligence (AI) market, including software, hardware, and services, will post a...

Mobile app market to reach $500bn by 2024

Over the past five years, the global app industry has seen revenue and downloads more than double, with mobile apps reaching more peoplee than ever. Last year, app developers grossed $428-billion, with people worldwide making over 235-billion downloads. In 2023,...

Rental and leasing car telematics set for growth

The installed base of telematics devices in the car rental and leasing market in Europe and North America reached 5,6-million in 2021 according to a new market research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight. The uptake of telematics in the industry is believed...

Ethereum development loses momentum

Despite 2022 registering the highest number of new developers in history, only 16% took an interest in the second-largest blockchain. A recent report by TradingPlatforms.com showed that, of the 61 127 new developers in 2022, less than 10 000 are building on the...

Sales function most likely to see budget increases

Chief financial officers (CFOs) who are planning significant shifts in function budgets for 2023 have listed sales, corporate IT and supply chain as the most likely to get increases this year, according to a survey by Gartner. "CFOs remain cautious about their 2023...

Webb reveals intricate networks of gas and dust

Researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope are getting their first look at star formation, gas, and dust in nearby galaxies with unprecedented resolution at infrared wavelengths. The data has enabled an initial collection of 21 research papers which provide...

Edge computing investments forecast to reach $208bn this year

Worldwide spending on edge computing is expected to be $208 billion in 2023, an increase of 13,1% over 2022. Enterprise and service provider spending on hardware, software, and services for edge solutions is forecast to sustain this pace of growth through 2026 when...

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NetApp helps businesses make better decisions

Westcon-Comstor has announced that NetApp's powerful 4th generation EF570 all-flash system and its E5700 Series hybrid flash system, are now available in Southern Africa. Dean Verappan, NetApp channel manager at Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa, says today's businesses...

Xerox makes office equipment easier to use

Engineers at Xerox are tackling productivity barriers and have designed ways individuals can use multifunction printers (MFPs) and apps to automate personal work processes. An example could be a daily office chore such as scanning a document to your email, saving the...

Import industry demands visibility

Importers need to view their supply chain processes as real assets rather than just a means to an end -- now more so than ever, says Investec Import Solutions. With a slowing economy and weakening currency, businesses that import require greater visibility if they are...

Truecaller expands into Africa

Truecaller will be making Africa a key priority region and increasing its presence on the continent. The company will be setting up headquarters in the region and hiring key personnel for its operations. At the beginning of November, Truecaller executives will visit...

Dax Data partners with eSyncTraining

South African software distributor Dax Data has partnered with US-based software vendor eSyncTraining to enhance its Adobe Connect offering, establishing a more holistic e-learning and web conferencing solution. eSyncTraining chief architect and president Mike Kollen...

Dimension Data gets SAP’s Global AMS certification

Dimension Data is one of a select group of companies worldwide to be awarded their certification as a provider of Application Management and Support (AMS) services to businesses on a global scale. Dimension Data is already a Global Premium supplier of SAP's Hana...

Cell C partners with ClickaBet

Online sports betting company ClickaBet and mobile operator Cell C have partnered to offer consumers a convenient sports betting service. Cell C customers can now place bets on some of their favourite sports, by simply dialling *147# via their mobile devices. Similar...

Securing the cloud in a complex threat environment

Although cloud computing can be counted as one of the biggest trends of the moment, it is presenting data and security challenges, particularly in the complex threat landscape we live in today. Cloud brings a new consumption and delivery model that enables businesses...

Protect your home from digital attacks

Modern connected homes come with risks -- unprotected home WiFi can be hacked into, with some dangerous consequences. It becomes especially dangerous if the home is equipped with many connected IoT (Internet of Things) devices. Hacking into one would allow criminals...

Improving BI in insurance

Despite advances in business intelligence (BI), insurers are finding it difficult to reconcile numerous data repositories and gain a unified view of the customer. Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, discusses how the BI approach can be improved on...

Aftersales & Continuous Support Administrator

Our client is seeking for an Aftersales & Continuous Support Administrator to join their company.Purpose Of The Position:Providing administrative support to the aftersales & site services team, which may include tasks such as maintaining client databases,...

IT Service Desk Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Provide first-level technical support to end-users via phone, email, and in-personInstall, configure, and maintain computer hardware, operating systems, and applicationsPerform routine maintenance on all computer systems and networksProvide hardware and software...

Solutions Architect

Job Specifications: 10+ years of experience in designing/developing solutions/architecture on ITSM, LSD, CSM, CMDB, HRSD on ServiceNow Tool using industry best practices.Experienced in Requirement Gathering, Effort estimation, and Client interaction.Should have...

Master SAP Specialist : Finance Material

Well known and growing private hospital group requires a Finance Material Master SAP Specialist with 3 years' experience working with SAP FI, MM, contract management, AP SOI Automation, procurement PR, PO release strategy as well as 3 years' financial management...

Aftersales & Continuous Support Engineer

Our client is looking for a Aftersales & Continuous Support Engineer to join their company.Purpose of the position:Support the Aftersales Manager in technical/engineering and administrative tasks, such as managing aftersales & site service records, databases,...

Solutions Architect – Gauteng Sandown

Job Specifications: 10+ years of experience in designing/developing solutions/architecture on ITSM, LSD, CSM, CMDB, HRSD on ServiceNow Tool using industry best practices.Experienced in Requirement Gathering, Effort estimation, and Client interaction.Should have...

Master SAP Specialist : Finance Material – Remote Remote

Well known and growing private hospital group requires a Finance Material Master SAP Specialist with 3 years' experience working with SAP FI, MM, contract management, AP SOI Automation, procurement PR, PO release strategy as well as 3 years' financial management...

Aftersales & Continuous Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is looking for a Aftersales & Continuous Support Engineer to join their company.Purpose of the position:Support the Aftersales Manager in technical/engineering and administrative tasks, such as managing aftersales & site service records, databases,...

Enterprise Architect

Establish and maintain architectural principles, frameworks, and standards for developing, deploying, and managing applications, information, communication, and technology infrastructure. Ensures that the Group ICT architecture aligns with Company strategy Oversee and...

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