PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

AI to change and complicate the security game

With every innovation that a legitimate developer creates, threat actors can and will weaponise. Despite advances in security technology, the threat environment will continue to be complex and challenging for enterprises in 2025. AI can be an important defensive tool,...

AI robotics set to boom

The global demand for robotics has experienced considerable fluctuation in recent years, with the pandemic-driven sales boom followed by a plunge in 2022 and stagnation in 2024. However, the industry is set to recover significantly, with five years of double-digit...

PayShap nears 1m transactions

PayShap, the low-value real-time interbank digital payments service, has shown a robust market uptake since its launch in March this year, having recorded more than 800 000 transactions with a settlement value in excess of R660-million. "In the first few months of its...

Why we need a more inclusive energy transition

Advanced countries need to deepen their engagement with developing countries to overcome a new "North/South divide" on the pace and priorities of energy transition if the world is to make progress on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the energy sector. This...

Top trends shaping data science, machine learning

Gartner has highlighted the top trends impacting the future of data science and machine learning (DSML) as the industry rapidly grows and evolves to meet the increasing significance of data in artificial intelligence (AI) - particularly as the focus shifts towards...

First images from Euclid mission to study dark universe

The two instruments aboard Euclid, a European Space Agency (ESA) spacecraft with NASA contributions, have captured their first test images. The results indicate that the space telescope will achieve the scientific goals that it has been designed for - and possibly...

The future of enterprise applications: ‘Hold on to your hats!’

Worldwide revenue for enterprise applications will reach $483,1-billion in 2027 with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9,6%, according to a new International Data Corporation (IDC) forecast. Nearly all this growth will come from ongoing investments in...

New alliance aims to set OpenUSD standards

Nvidia has joined with Pixar, Adobe, Apple, and Autodesk to found the Alliance for OpenUSD, which the group says is a major leap towards unlocking the next era of 3D graphics, design, and simulation. The group will standardise and extend OpenUSD, the open source...

How to spot a voice deepfake

Deepfake artificial intelligence has been growing at a rapid rate over the past few years. Machine learning can be used to create compelling fakes of images, video or audio content. Kaspersky experts share insights on distinguishing voice deepfakes: To determine...

Dell expands generative AI initiatives

Dell Technologies has introduced new offerings to help customers quickly and securely build generative AI (GenAI) models on-premises to accelerate improved outcomes and drive new levels of intelligence. New Dell Generative AI Solutions, expanding upon our May's...

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Cloud myths busted

There's so much to think about when you're launching or running your small business, but there's no doubt that building an effective technology solution is key to its success. However, technology evolves quickly -- and chances are that you can't keep track of what's...

Xperien achieves global certification

To comply with international high quality standards and also to enhance its existing service offerings, Xperien has now achieved BSI accreditation. The certification confirms that Xperien operates a Quality Management System (QMS) that complies with requirements of...

Insuring our digital lives

The world of interconnected devices known as the Internet of Things (IoT) is set to go mass market, with the smart devices market already worth tens of billions of Dollars annually. However, many consumers are rightfully concerned about how secure these devices...

MTN implements new short codes

MTN will be introducing new short codes in accordance with the new numbering guidelines gazetted by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA). From 24 March 2018 the short codes that MTN customers use to check their airtime balance, retrieve...

SA cycling platform launches

Cycling enthusiasts and service providers will finally be able to connect with one another thanks to the hubtiger (www.hubtiger.co.za) platform and app launching soon. Developed for cyclists who love their bikes, hubtiger enhances their experience by connecting them...

Fujitsu wins environmental award

The Fujitsu Group Environmental Report 2017 has received the Grand Award of Global Warming Countermeasures Report (Japanese Environment Minister's Award) as part of the 21st Environmental Communication Awards, sponsored by Japan's Ministry of the Environment and the...

Ruckus debuts IoT Suite

Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company, today announced the Ruckus IoT Suite, which enables organisations to readily construct a secure IoT access network that consolidates multiple physical-layer IoT networks into a single network. The Ruckus IoT Suite further speeds...

Globeleq supports expansion with IFS

Globeleq is to implement IFS Applications 9 to supersede legacy IT systems and processes across the business and its operating plants. The new system infrastructure will enable Globeleq to be more efficient and standardise reporting across the group. Globeleq is a...

Deal with WASPA members, consumers warned

Regardless of where they are based, it's risky engaging in mobile-based communications with companies that are not members of South Africa's Wireless Application Service Providers Association (WASPA). Unforeseen consequences for cellular consumers range from...

Review recruitment criteria to get the right people

With the sea-change that has taken place in the world of work and in higher education in recent years, employers and recruiters should take the time to review their selection criteria to ensure they land the best talent for their needs, an expert says. “Companies...

Back End Java Developer (Expert) 1830 – Gauteng Pretoria

Back End Java Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- Technical: Java 17+, J2E, Junit, SQL Queries and optimisation, JAX-RS, JPA, JTA, ORM, Flyway- AWS ALB, ECS, RDS- GitHub and GitHub Actions- OpenSearch- Grafana stack (including visualisation, Loki, Tempo, Mimir,...

Oracle Database Administrator at Tipp Focus Group

Job Opportunity: Oracle Database Administrator ?? Location: Cape Town We're looking for skilled Oracle Database Administrators for multiple levels: Senior: 5+ years' experiencePrincipal: 8+ years' experienceQualifications required: Relevant Oracle...

Senior Cloud Engineer

Hire Resolve's client, an established media company, is looking for a talented Senior Cloud Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Cape Town. You'll work extensively within the Google Cloud Environment, wielding tools such as BigQuery, Dataproc, and Vertex AI to...

Data Engineer

DescriptionThe Group Data and Analytics Office is on the lookout for a skilled Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with SAS, SQL and Oracle, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and...

Senior System Engineer at NRF National Research Foundation

Postion Summary: To advance the maturity of the SKA Mid Dish through assembling, integrating and verifying the SKA Mid Dish systems and products while applying systems engineering leadership and recognised engineering competence and skills across multiple domains,...

Senior Cloud Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Hire Resolve's client, an established media company, is looking for a talented Senior Cloud Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Cape Town. You'll work extensively within the Google Cloud Environment, wielding tools such as BigQuery, Dataproc, and Vertex AI to...

Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

DescriptionThe Group Data and Analytics Office is on the lookout for a skilled Data Engineer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with SAS, SQL and Oracle, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and...

Cloud Engineer at Tipp Focus Group

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