Biggest-ever crypto heist nets $1,5bn for North Korea
Crypto assets worth $1,5-billion stolen from Dubai-based Bybit are being steadily laundered into Bitcoin through a series of exchanges. The heist, which the FBI is attributing to North Korean nation-state actors, saw assets including 401 347 Ether tokens lifted from a...
Forecast for PCs, tablets lower as tariffs, sentiment bite
In the wake of US tariffs on China as well as a weakening market sentiment, mostly in the consumer space, IDC has reduced its traditional PC forecast in 2025 and beyond. Global PC volume is now expected to reach 273-million in 2025, still growing +3,7% over the prior...
Internet of Things market to reach $1,88trn
The Internet of Things (IoT) market was worth $605,69-billion in 2014 owing to the rising requirement for Internet connectivity worldwide coupled with technological advancements. The emergence of start-ups in different industries to satisfy growing need of consumers...
Hubble spots a sparkling neighbouring galaxy
The galaxy ESO 300-16 looms over this image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope. This galaxy, which lies 28,7-million light-years from Earth in the constellation Eridanus, is a ghostly assemblage of stars which resembles a sparkling cloud. Other distant galaxies...
Risk orientation critical to chief audit executive effectiveness
Chief audit executives (CAEs) have identified risk orientation, stakeholder management, and team leadership as the top three characteristics of the most effective individuals, according to a survey by Gartner. In April 2023, Gartner surveyed 114 CAEs across 180 areas...
Mall-based gaming champions stand out
The mall-based gaming tournament hosted by Hyprop and MTN has come to an end following a gruelling five-hour finale at Canal Walk in Cape Town. Kaylan Moodley from Fourways in Johannesburg, emerged as the 2023 SHIFT Gaming Experience champion, walking away with a...
What companies, fleets, drivers need to know about AARTO Amendment Act
The AARTO Amendment Act, 2019 introduces an automated system for traffic fines and violations that makes it the responsibility of the infringer (the person committing the traffic offence) to manage, pay and resolve all infringement notices. The latter are submitted to...
National Zoological Garden wins for endangered tortoise breeding project
The National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria was awarded the Pan-African Association of Zoos and Aquaria (PAAZA) Conservation Award, at the association's conference in East London earlier this month. The award is in recognition of the dedicated efforts of NZG...
How to use AI to improve your life
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is not a new phenomenon - but it is often misunderstood, and we need to remove a lot of the myths and biases that surround the technology. This is the word from Lee-Anne James, Africa lead for data and AI at...
Digital transformation set to hit $4,61trn by 2030
The global digital transformation market size is expected to reach $4,617-trillion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 26,7% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Digital transformation assists companies in improving their brand reputation,...
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Paid internships key to job creation
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5G, the Winter Olympics and your venue
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Acting group CFO for Altron
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Fujitsu offers SAP/HANA conversions
Fujitsu has launched of the SAP S/4HANA Conversion Service, which offers support for migration from existing SAP ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA, SAP's next-generation ERP system. Targeting customers migrating from an existing SAP ERP system to SAP S/4HANA, this service...
Volvo Cars launches start-up investment fund
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Entries for African innovation prize open
The call for applications for the 8th Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East has opened, and will run through 31 May 2018. It can be found under the "Orange Social Venture Prize" section on the http://EntrepreneurClub.orange.com/en site. The prize,...
Business Intelligence Analyst (Onsite 6-month contract to go perm)
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We are looking for a few remote Junior IT Support Technicians who is passionate about technology, thrives in problem-solving, and has a strong growth mindset. This role is ideal for individuals with basic tech support skills who are eager to learn and grow. TECHNICAL...
Business Intelligence Analyst (Onsite 6-month contract to go perm) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A renowned digital hub in Cape Town is on the lookout for a Business Intelligence Analyst to design and maintain reports and dashboards using Google Looker Studio. The role involves tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and delivering valuable...
Junior IT Technician – Gauteng Bryanston
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Database Developer (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Database Administrator – Western Cape Constantia
Are you an experienced Database Administrator with a passion for high-performance solutions? Do you thrive in a dynamic financial services environment? We have a fantastic opportunity for you! Location: Constantia, Cape TownEmployment: Permanent, Immediate...
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