SA companies are shunning public cloud for AI workloads

South African organisations are shifting AI workloads out of the public cloud faster than their counterparts anywhere else in the world, according to new global research commissioned by Cloudera. The Great AI Re-Architecture Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research...

AI-driven cybercrime moves into operational mainstream

AI, infostealers, vulnerabilities, ransomware, and geopolitical conflict are reshaping organisational risk and compressing the time defenders have to respond, according to Flashpoint’s latest 2026 Global Threat Intelligence Report: Midyear Edition. The threat...

MoonHacker uses NASA data to build lunar digital twins

The barren lunar landscape has some important resources, such as water and minerals like iron and titanium, but extracting and processing them will require special equipment. Where those resources can be found will dictate where to land and how to mine them. To help...

July economic activity reverses two months of decline

South Africa’s economic activity improved in July 2026, following a challenging performance in June and May, according to the PayInc Economic Index. Lower fuel prices provided some relief, while record transaction volumes point to resilient economic activity. However,...

Cloud-friendly network security solutions up by 18%

The Network Security market rebounded significantly in 4Q 2024, growing 9% year-over-year (Y/Y), according to a new Dell’Oro report. For 2024, the market eclipsed $24-billion, with SaaS and virtual-based solutions achieving robust 18% growth, offsetting a 2% decline...

VAT increase could impact cross-border trade

The announcement of plans to increase the VAT rate to 16% by 2026/27, combined with no inflationary adjustment to income tax brackets, could have a dual effect on cross-border trade. Cross-border payments service provider Verto highlights that this could increase the...

GenAI to enhance creativity, automate routine tasks

How will large language models (LLMs), deep-learning algorithms that can recognise, summarise, translate, predict and generate content using very large datasets, affect current and future jobs? That is the focus of the new World Economic Forum white paper Jobs of...

One-third of companies already use AI security tools

Thirty-four percent of organizations are either already using or implementing artificial intelligence (AI) application security tools to mitigate the accompanying risks of generative AI (GenAI), according to a new survey from Gartner. Over half (56%) of respondents...

How governments and companies should advance trusted AI

AI is a profound opportunity. The stakes are high. AI is projected to enhance human productivity and unlock an astounding $16 trillion in value by 2030, writes Arvind Krishna, chairman and CEO of IBM. Not only will this fuel economic growth and boost GDP, but it will...

Search interest in AI reaches all-time high

Google has revealed that searches for artificial intelligence (AI) are at an all-time high in South Africa. Search trends show that people have searched for AI more than ever in 2023 so far, with interest rising 230% since last year - and 700% over the last five...

Intel expands FPGA portfolio

Intel has expanded its Intel Agilex FPGA portfolio and broadened its Programmable Solutions Group (PSG) offerings to handle the increased demand for customised workloads, including enhanced AI capabilities, and to provide lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and more...

Infrastructure software on growth trajectory

New research from Omdia's infrastructure software market forecast has revealed the market is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16,5% over the period 2022 to 2027, which will make the market worth an estimated $358-billion by the end of 2027....

5G satellite networks to generate $17bn more for telcos

New research from Juniper Research has found operators will generate $17-billion of additional revenue from 3GPP (third-generation partnership project)-compliant 5G satellite networks between 2024 and 2030. It urges operators to sign partnerships with SNOs (Satellite...

New tools could catalyse response to TB deaths

As the United Nations High-Level Meeting (UNHLM) on tuberculosis (TB) approaches, a new report from the Lancet Commission, co-authored by the University of Cape Town's (UCT) researcher, released recommendations which provide a path forward to turn the tide on this...

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Datacentrix receives Oliver Top Empowerment accolade

Datacentrix was acknowledged at the recent 17th Annual Oliver Top Empowerment Awards, receiving a highly commended certificate of excellence within the Top Empowered ICT Award category. The company also qualified as an award finalist for two additional categories: the...

Arbor Networks foils massive DDoS attack

Arbor Networks, the security division of Netscout, was recently put to the test - and passed with flying colours. This is according to Bryan Hamman, Arbor Network's territory manager for sub-Saharan Africa, who clarifies: "The world is now in the era of the...

FCM Connect adds travel security

FCM'S new technology suite, FCM Connect, gives travellers, bookers and managers critical safety and duty of care support via Secure, a risk management solution customised to each client's requirements. Secure features include itinerary based traveller tracking,...

Morocco to host IDC’s Francophone Africa CIO Summit 2018

International Data Corporation (IDC) has announced the return of its annual Francophone Africa CIO Summit, with Morocco's Mazagan Beach Resort in El Jadida set to host the 2018 edition on 3 May. Around 80 of the region's most influential information and communication...

Africa’s ports key to growth

Africa needs to take advantage of the economic potential of its ports and shipping sector if it is to realise its growth ambitions. Globally, ports are gateways for 80% of merchandise trade by volume and 70% by value. Investment in ports and their related transport...

Matriculants get a tech career boost

Unemployed matriculants are being given an opportunity of a lifetime by tech giant Samsung. Applications are currently open for the Women Technical Programme and the Boys to Men initiative. There are two intakes a year for each and applicants need to have a matric...

What electricity users and providers should know

Approximately 7-million prepaid electricity meters in South Africa need to be reset before November 2024 as the system that runs the credit tokens will run out of numbers at this time and all existing meters will stop accepting credit tokens. The South African...

GSMA debuts Global Money Certification

At the Mobile 360 - West Africa event, the GSMA announced the launch of the GSMA Mobile Money Certification, a global scheme for mobile money providers to offer safer, more transparent and more resilient financial services to millions of mobile money users around the...

Mobile workers’ tech might not be covered

If you are part of the global league of professionals who work from a "virtual office", be sure to tell your insurer how, where and when you use your electronic devices. Traditional office workers would normally depend on their office managers to take care of this...

Boost your battery to stay connected

After the screen, the battery in your mobile device is the most important part to protect so your smartphone or tablet performs optimally. All smartphone users want enough battery life to last the day so it's frustrating when, as a device gets older, it seems to have...

Tech Lead – Gauteng Johannesburg

Hire Resolve's Client are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tech Lead to join our dynamic team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in leading the technical delivery of innovative solutions, guiding a team of developers, and...

Intern Developer (PHP/Java/C#)

ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the dynamic team of our client in the Northern Suburbs, a fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services seeking a passionate & ambitious coder to be an Intern Developer. Candidates will need an accredited IT...

Database Developer

Looking for a strong SQL (T-SQL) Developer with a good understanding and experience SQL Databases. Backend Development with knowledge of C#.NET Framework will be an advantage. Minimum 3 years' experience in a SQL Software Development or Production Support roleBack-end...

Intermediate Front-End Developer at Ntice Search

Our Client is looking for a passionate and skilled Intermediate Angular Frontend Developer to join their team in Sandton. If you are a South African citizen who thrives in a collaborative environment, loves solving problems, and is eager to grow your expertise, we'd...

Intern Developer (PHP/Java/C#) – Western Cape Bellville

ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the dynamic team of our client in the Northern Suburbs, a fast-paced Specialist in End-to-end IT Management and Consultative IT Services seeking a passionate & ambitious coder to be an Intern Developer. Candidates will need an accredited IT...

Database Developer – Gauteng Menlyn

Looking for a strong SQL (T-SQL) Developer with a good understanding and experience SQL Databases. Backend Development with knowledge of C#.NET Framework will be an advantage. Minimum 3 years' experience in a SQL Software Development or Production Support roleBack-end...

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