In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

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...

Fibre operators improve perception ratings

Octotel, Openserve and MetroFibre retain the top three spots in the latest six-monthly Fibre Network Operator (FNO) Perception Survey by ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB). In good news for internet industry service levels,...

Infrastructure growth drives Telkom recovery

Telkom SA SOC Limited has reported double-digit growth in mobile and fixed data traffic driving operating margin improvements. Cost optimisation remains a key focus, and it helped achieve a 25,1% growth in adjusted EBITDA to R11,8-billion, exceeding guidance. Adjusted...

Africa could lose $25bn a year under EU carbon tax

African Development Bank group president Dr Akinwumi Adesina warns that a new EU carbon border tax could significantly constrain Africa's trade and industrialisation progress by penalising value-added exports including steel, cement, iron, aluminium and fertilizers....

SA passes ‘hate speech’ bill

Despite international warnings, the South African parliament has passed new legislation broadly criminalising “hate speech”. The law states that any person who communicates with the intention to “be harmful or to incite harm” and to “promote or propagate hatred” is...

Impacts of climate change are increasingly visible

Up to 2,8-billion people could be exposed to heatwaves by 2090 under a high-warming scenario - more than double that in a low-warming scenario - according to new analysis from the International Organisation for Migration's (IOM) Global Data Institute (GDI). While the...

‘Are fossil fuel companies getting away with murder?’

An estimated 360 000 people could die prematurely before the end of the century because of global heating brought on by the 2022 greenhouse gas emissions of nine major European oil and gas companies alone, according to a Greenpeace Netherlands study. Released at...

Economic, geopolitical volatility drive global segmentation

The geopolitical rebalancing that marked shifts in collaboration and competition between nations in 2023 will continue to drive segmentation and volatility in the coming year, according to a new S&P Global Market Intelligence report. In the report, 2024, A...

2024 will be bounce-back year for semiconductors

Global semiconductor revenue is projected to grow 16,8% in 2024 to total $624-billion, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. In 2023, the market is forecast to decline 10,9% and reach $534-billion. "We are at the end of 2023 and strong demand for chips to...

New BCX report offers strategic insights for SA businesses

Looking to guide businesses by evaluating their innovation strategies and shedding light on the dynamic landscape of digital transformation in South Africa, BCX - in collaboration with EY-Parthenon - has unveiled its Digital Innovation Index Report 2023. "Digital...

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Are employees your greatest cybersecurity risk?

Your employees provide some of the most useful access points into your business for cybercriminals. Knowing who is most likely to be targeted, and it may not be the most obvious people, will help the organisation put the right security measures in place. By Simeon...

The good and the bad of change …

When a business brings up the word "change", it's often met with tension and resistance writes Craig Mitchelmore, head of Intervate North. It doesn't matter what the change is, be it the introduction of new technology, implementing new processes or policies, moving...

Reduce bank charges via digital channels

As economic circumstances continue to put pressure on disposable income, one of the easiest ways that consumers can stretch their budgets is by taking advantage of digital and electronic banking channels to reduce banking charges. Ryan Prozesky, FNB Consumer Core...

BIM is here to stay, says dormakaba

Adopting building information modelling (BIM) solutions should be a priority if the construction sector is to keep pace with technological innovation. This is according to dormakaba South Africa, which has a range of customised BIM solutions that comply with...

Connected government: convenience or necessity?

As governments are working towards delivering quality services in increasingly complex environments, so Internet of Things (IoT) technology could provide new value for South African citizens, enhance capabilities, streamline processes and better engage partners. BBD...

Re-evaluate you exposure to IT risk

"Directors: The Steinhoff debacle highlights your exposure to personal liability" - this was the warning trumpeted in the headline to a recent BGR Pyper Turner newsletter article. by Escrow Europe MD Andrew Stekhoven The article referred to the 'new' Companies Act of...

Ruckus powers Google WiFi hotspots

Ruckus Networks has announced that Ruckus technology will be used in Google Station WiFi hotspots in India, Indonesia and Mexico. Under the terms of the deal, Ruckus will provide devices and technologies enabling carrier-grade networks at Google Station hotspots....

The workplace of the future

We already have an idea of how digitalisation, and above all new technologies like machine learning, big data analytics or IoT, will change companies' business models -- and are already changing them on a wide scale. So now's the time to examine more closely how...

From PC to personal contribution platform

With Intel's 50th anniversary next month, the company is celebrating one of the most important technologies of Intel's legacy: the PC. By Gregory Bryant, senior vice-president and GM of the Client Computing Group at Intel As we transition to the data-centric era, the...

Crypto jacking and its effect on security

Crypto jacking is a new step in the evolution of malware monetisation methods, writes Simon Bryden, consulting system engineer at Fortinet. One of the first successful malware formulas was banking malware, where banking credentials were communicated back to cyber...

Project Manager

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 6-months contract role.What you will be doing: The...

Internior Design Project Manager

We seek an experienced and motivated Interior Design Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As an interior design project manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing construction and interior fitout projects for our firm.Your...

Mobile Application Developer

Intermediate React Native Developer - Mining Technology - Lonehill, Sandton Our client, a leading mining technology company that provides advanced analytics and solutions that drive efficiency and safety in the coal mining industry, is looking to appoint an...

IT Support Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

1st/2nd Line IT Support Engineer RemoteLocation: Fully Remote (Standard UK Business Hours)Salary: R16,000 - R18,000 per month, dependent on experienceJob Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout UsA UK-based Managed Service Provider, is expanding internationally after 14 years...

Project Manager – Gauteng Parkwood

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 6-months contract role.What you will be doing: The...

Internior Design Project Manager – Gauteng Parkwood

We seek an experienced and motivated Interior Design Project Manager to join our dynamic team. As an interior design project manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing construction and interior fitout projects for our firm.Your...

Mobile Application Developer – Gauteng Lone Hill

Intermediate React Native Developer - Mining Technology - Lonehill, Sandton Our client, a leading mining technology company that provides advanced analytics and solutions that drive efficiency and safety in the coal mining industry, is looking to appoint an...

Intern – Developer

We are looking for an ambitious and driven Intern Developer with a passion for coding and problem-solving. Eager to learn and contribute to real-world projects while enhancing technical skills. What you'll do:Application and database development for RBCT.Assisting...

Project Manager

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Manage agreed entry criteria for the IT projectResponsible for compiling Business CaseVerify and keep...

Python Developer (Hardware Integration) – Onsite

Our client, a leader in mining technology, delivering advanced analytics and solutions to improve operational efficiency and safety is seeking an experienced Python Developer with expertise in hardware integration to join their team in Lonehill, Sandton. This role...

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