South Africa and Brazil lead in time spent online
At the end of 2024, Internet users worldwide spent an average of six hours and 38 minutes per day browsing online, seven minutes more than at the beginning of the year but two minutes less than in the same period the previous year. With the average person sleeping...
Illicit crypto transactions lower than in traditional finance
In South Africa and many countries globally, the crypto industry now has the same controls as traditional finance - but with additional tools that allow for greater transparency, making financial crime more difficult. This is according to Johan Hetzel, global head of...
Inventory correction drives PC monitor market down
The global PC monitor market remained steadfast in its efforts to manage inventory levels amidst a significant drop in demand during the second quarter of 2023 (2Q23). According to the latest findings from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly...
CISOs champion AI TRiSM to improve results
By 2026, organisations that operationalise artificial intelligence (AI) transparency, trust and security will see their AI models achieve a 50% improvement in terms of adoption, business goals and user acceptance, according to Gartner. Mark Horvath, vice-president...
These are the IoT-related threats to be aware of
Kaspersky has delved into the evolving threats targeting the rapidly growing Internet of Things (IoT) sector. With IoT devices, such as routers and smart home components, projected to exceed 29-billion by 2030, Kaspersky's research offers critical insights into attack...
More Bitcoin addresses move into profit
In just two months, the world`s largest and most expensive crypto, Bitcoin, has lost nearly 15% of its value. After reaching this year`s high of nearly $31 500 on 15 July, Bitcoin`s price dropped to $29 000 in the following weeks. It continued struggling for direction...
This is when and how the next mass extinction is likely to occur …
A new study shows that unprecedented heat is likely to lead to the next mass extinction since the dinosaurs died out, eliminating nearly all mammals in about 250-million years time. The research, published in Nature Geoscience and led by the University of Bristol,...
The rising cost of financial crime compliance
Financial institutions bear the massive cost of $206,1-billion as the financial cost of compliance to guard against crime. This cost is comparable to more than 12% of global research and development (R&D) expenditure and equates to $3.33 per month for each...
MENA regional IT spending tipped for 4% growth
IT spending in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is forecast to accelerate in 2024, increasing 4% from 2023, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. MENA's IT spending is projected to total $183,8-billion in 2024, up from $176,8-billion in 2023. In...
GenAI set to take over most B2B sales work
By 2028, 60% of B2B seller work will be executed through conversational user interfaces via generative AI sales technologies, up from less than 5% in 2023, according to Gartner. "Sales operations leaders and their technology teams must prepare for the convergence of...
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Rectron has added DJI's range of consumer drones to its growing portfolio. A leader in the consumer drone space, DJI technology is designed to capture images once impossible to reach, featuring camera stabilisation systems that have redefined camera placement and...
Is Kubernetes a must-have skill in 2018?
Open-source technology such as Kubernetes is emerging as the standard for many companies building applications on public clouds - with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Oracle and IBM among the leaders supporting this technology. Dieter Rosch, a BBD executive, explains why...
Kaspersky Lab puts KLara into open source domain
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Double airtime value from MTN
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Condyn brings SearchInform to SA
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Oracle’s autonomous database automates key functions
Oracle has announced that Oracle Autonomous Data Warehouse Cloud, the first service based on the new Oracle Autonomous Database, is available worldwide. A group of customers and partners who were given exclusive access to test-drive the new self-driving database,...
No EFT payments loses revenue for e-tailers
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The Dell EMC Forum: helping South Africa realise our digital future
It’s time for South African businesses and institutions to realise their digital future. They know this and are eager to do so, which is why they converged on the Sandton Convention Centre for the 2018 Dell EMC Africa Forum. The event attracted companies both large...
Fujitsu adds deep learning to workstations, servers
Fujitsu accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning (DL) with the global availability of ultra-high performance Celsius workstations and Primergy server solutions which harness the latest visual computing platforms from nVidia. In...
Domain Driven Design in a nutshell at DevConf 2018
Developers today should be more than developers - they are business problem solvers, and as such they need to change their models and focus on communication and their ability to learn. This is according to German trainer, coach and software developer Marco Heimeshoff,...
Full Stack Web Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
New opportunity for a self-motivated, creative, and enthusiastic junior web developer interested in new experiences and professional growth to join our client's team in Cape Town to work on an innovative financial service brand. You will provide hands-on assistance...
Agile Master (Advanced) – HC 0491 TT
Provides active and regular mentorship to other Agile MastersSupports multiple Feature Teams in complex Products/Sub-Products up to Domain levelProvides key insights into the evolution of Agile KPIs in complex Agile teams to improve efficiencies at an organisational...
Software Developer (Junior / Grad) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...
Graduate Software Development Programme (CPT / JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
About our Client:Our client specialises in delivering financial service solutions that empower their clients to achieve their aspirations. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment built on trust and respect. With a team of over 600...
Developer – PYTHON (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Product design, programming, bug verification, and testing of computer programs for software products and/or customer applications. Researching...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
Level 3/4 Technical Support
This role is open in South AfricaPosition: Level 3/4 Technical Support Technician (Remote)Hours: 12:30am - 8:30pm SAST (Monday-Friday)Pay Rate: R23,000 - R27,000 per month (Negotiable based on experience)Role Overview:Are you a seasoned IT professional passionate...
Agile Master (Advanced) – HC 0491 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
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Software Developer (Junior / Grad) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...
Graduate Software Development Programme (CPT / JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our Client:Our client specialises in delivering financial service solutions that empower their clients to achieve their aspirations. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment built on trust and respect. With a team of over 600...
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