Credit trends diverge as consumers navigate affordability

South African consumers are reshaping how they access and use credit as affordability pressures persist, according to TransUnion’s Q1 2026 South Africa Industry Insights Report. The report’s findings show that credit demand remained resilient, but diverging risk...

Small fibre operators outshine giants in ISPA survey

ISPA's Perception Survey gauges ISPs’ perceptions of fibre network operator (FNO) performance across a range of metrics - and the most recent results reveal smaller FNOs are outshining the established competition. South Africa’s official internet Industry...

The human impact of AI forces a redesign in how we work

We are living through one of the most significant transformations in the history of work, writes Aparna Nair, chief talent, leadership and culture officer at IBM. AI is reshaping roles, rewiring workflows, and redefining the nature of performance itself. Yet, a new...

IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Blue Origin’s New Glenn reaches orbit

New Glenn safely reached its intended orbit during today's NG-1 mission, accomplishing its primary objective. New Glenn’s seven BE-4 engines ignited on 16 January 2025 from Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The second stage is in its final orbit...

Disinformation joins conflict, environment as a top global risk

The 20th edition of the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report reveals an increasingly fractured global landscape, where escalating geopolitical, environmental, societal and technological challenges threaten stability and progress. While economic risks have less...

Partnering key to industry innovation

Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila 2023 – Digital transformation is a critical requirement for companies and industries around the world. But the realities of doing so can be challenging. Sven Denecken, senior vice-president, chief marketing and solutions officer for...

NASA to test humanoid robot in Australia

NASA’s Valkyrie robot is beginning a new mission half a world away from its home at the agency’s Johnson Space Centre in Houston. As part of a reimbursable Space Act Agreement with Woodside Energy in Perth, Western Australia, NASA plans to use a Valkyrie robot to...

Technology and the future of business

Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila - There has never been a more important time to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). "AI is making headlines all over the world," points out Kholiwe Makhohlosi, newly-appointed MD of SAP southern Africa, opening Saphila 2023 in...

Qbot tops global malware table

The Trojan Qbot has been the most prevalent malware so far in 2023, ranking first in five out of the six months to date, says Check Point Software in its latest Global Threat Index for June. Meanwhile, mobile Trojan SpinOk made its way to the top of the malware list...

Massive growth for genomics market

The global genomics market size is expected to reach $94,96-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16,5% in the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for...

Growth in digital wallets transactions driven by advanced services

The total value of digital wallets transactions will rise from $9-trillion in 2023 to $16-trillion in 2028, growth of 77%, according to a new report from Juniper Research. This trend is driven by growth across both developed and developing markets, as the increased...

Helping South Africans save in National Savings Month

South Africans are notoriously poor savers and the nation's household saving ratio dropped to 0% in the fourth quarter of 2022 - actually an improvement over the trend of the past decade which has been largely negative since 2006, dropping to a low of -2% in 2008 and...

‘Buy Meta Stock’ searches skyrocket 390% after Threads launch

Meta's stock increased nearly 4% last week - reaching its highest share price in 18 months - following the launch of the company's Instagram Threads, dubbed the "Twitter Killer" app. A new finding by UK financial services provider CMC Markets reveals that online...

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Acer debuts new Chromebook

Acer has introduced its new Chromebook 11 line that offers strong everyday performance and a portable design with all-day battery life of up to 10 hours. The new Acer Chromebook 11 offers an 11.6-inch display in a portable and fanless design. It also includes two USB...

SMEs grow in cloud

The outstanding business value delivered by cloud technology has seen numerous small businesses boom into global giants. "Cloud computing is the not-so-secret key to a business' success," says Anton Jacobsz, MD of Networks Unlimited. "For years, the mantra for good...

Data key to tapping Africa’s fastest-growing markets

As competition for lucrative business opportunities becomes even fiercer in regions like Europe and North America, Africa is attracting more attention from the international business community than ever before, writes Ben Leo, CEO of Fraym. And this isn't just in the...

Cybersecurity – mind the (skills) gap

Vikas Kapoor, practice head: cybersecurity & GRC at In2IT Technologies, talks about the skills shortage facing cybersecurity. The digital landscape has grown at a rapid pace over the past 10 years. This growth is increasing year-on-year as new trends are uncovered...

ITIL still relevant in transformation

IT service management (ITSM) and executive leadership in organizations need greater strategic alignment to make digital transformation a success, according to a global study by AXELOS. The first AXELOS IT Service Management Benchmarking Report 2017* has revealed...

Taking enterprise security to the board

It's that time of year, again, with many companies busying themselves in the art of budgeting and forecasting for 2018. In some companies, this means the chief information security officer (CISO) having to communicate the importance of including enterprise security in...

Boost workplace productivity and morale in January

Strengthen team bonds and improve morale and motivation this January for a happier, more productive workforce, writes Paul Burrin, vice-president of Sage People. The hangover from the festive period can continue long into January -- culminating in the dreaded Blue...

Why decision-makers need D&O insurance

Geoffrey de Pinchart, business unit manager: D&O Liability at Aon South Africa, discusses how directors and officers liability claims affect directors, officers and employees serving in a managerial or supervisory capacity. While serving a company of any size...

Password dilemmas revealed

Today we log into online accounts all the time -- from transferring money between bank accounts, to shopping online, checking the weather, or booking a taxi on a night out. But what if suddenly you can't log into the account you need, when you need it? What if you get...

Affordable luxury with Hisense TVs

Hisense has unveiled its 2018 TV line-up, including the 100-inch Hisense 4K Ultra HD Smart Laser TV, 1 000+ zones U9 ULED TV, and the bezel-less U7 ULED TV. These products are underpinned with technologies like ULED, Quantum Dot, Dolby Vision HDR imaging technology...

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Our partner is a globally acknowledged business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management....

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof

A senior software developer is needed to join our dynamic company. The developer will be part of an agile development team and will have a dual role of responsibility, namely, to be responsible for all deployment functions and to assist with the development of...

Network Engineer – Gauteng Modderfontein AH

Network Engineer with valid CCNP Certification. A) Herewith is a summary of the position: The offer will be dependent on your current/ latest incomeThis is a 5-year Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of extensionB) Should you consider this an opportunity to...

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our partner is a globally acknowledged business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management....

Lead Software Developer (Oracle PL/SQL) (CH1067)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, is looking for a Lead Software Developer with Oracle programming skills. The Lead Software Developer will form a vital part of the software development team who is responsible for the development, maintenance, and...

DevOps Engineer at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....

Firmware Engineer

Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...

C# Software Developer

Our client is looking for a talented software developer that is proficient in C# based (.Net/.net core/various web/windows/micro services/WCF/REST) technologies. Key Requirements 4+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C# based (.Net/.net core/various...

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