Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

Geopolitics threatens positive economic trends

Supported by the same factors that lifted the South African economy last year, economic activity increased in March 2026. However, this does not signal an economy out of the woods, as escalating geopolitical tensions threaten forecasts. This is according to the latest...

Biometric security falls to AI-driven fraud

The systems designed to verify identity and secure financial transactions are rapidly becoming the weakest link in the fight against fraud, as new data reveals the scale of AI-driven impersonation across Southern Africa. According to the Smile ID 2026 Digital Identity...

Rapid growth ahead for data centre construction

The global data centre construction market size is estimated to reach $662,71-billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 12,7% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth is fueled by the increasing demand for data storage and...

AMD and partners share AI vision

At CES 2026, AMD chair and CEO Dr Lisa Su detailed in the show’s opening keynote how the company’s extensive portfolio of AI products and deep cross-industry collaborations are turning the promise of AI into real-world impact. The keynote showcased major advancements...

Cyberattack probably took out Caracas power

A cyberattack most likely resulted in the lights of Caracas going off as the US executed strikes in the Venezuelan capital on Saturday (3 January). US president Donald Trump basically said as much in a press conference following the action, saying US Cyber Command was...

As AI transforms entrepreneurship, more support will be crucial

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how entrepreneurs in developing countries start, manage and grow their businesses, a new publication from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights. Micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and...

Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU expands desktop memory options

The Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU is now generally available, bringing robust agentic and generative AI capabilities powered by the Nvidia Blackwell architecture to more desktops and professionals. The new GPU configuration offers AI developers, data...

Users embrace a more secure digital life

Around the world, more people are taking control of their digital security. A recent Kaspersky study shows that cybersecurity solutions have become increasingly popular, with the number of users globally exceeding 90% among surveyed participants in 2025. This...

Apple to drive big growth in foldable smartphones

Worldwide foldable smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 10% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 20,6-million units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The new foldable iPhone from Apple, alongside Samsung’s...

IBM and Pearson collaborate on AI-powered learning tools

IBM and Pearson have announced a global partnership to build new personalised learning products powered by AI for businesses, public organisations and educational institutions. Recent research from Pearson found that inefficient career transitions and skills...

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From unbanked to empowered: the real test for mobile finance in Africa

Africa’s young, tech-savvy population is leading the charge in reshaping the continent’s future. As home to the fastest-growing demographic in the world, Africa’s youth are not only influencing tomorrow’s society but are also at the heart of innovation in financial...

SIEM or endpoint security first for small business cyber defence?

The cyber threat landscape is a minefield, and for small businesses with limited resources, deciding where to invest in security can feel overwhelming. By Dillon Gray, chief operating officer at IPT Recent data from the Arctic Wolf 2025 Threat Report highlights the...

How the Travel Rule enhances digital currency safety

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Travel Rule for digital currency took effect in South Africa on 30 April, an important milestone in bringing transparency to the country’s digital assets sector. By Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply With South Africa still...

Navigate the ethical crossroads of AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) permeates critical decision-making processes across industries, robust ethical governance frameworks are paramount. Agentic AI, capable of autonomous action and self-improvement, presents unique challenges, writes Sarthak Rohal, senior...

Upcoming trends, challenges, strategies for cloud

The rate of change in technology has made cloud computing a vital factor in the digital transformation of organisations. By Dean Baker, head of sales (Africa South Region) at Infobip This year offers significant trends, prospects, and issues that are likely to define...

The often-overlooked Achilles heel of local cyber defence

Though the world of cybersecurity is perpetually shifting, one truth has remained constant: humans are generally the weakest link in an organisation's defence. Despite this long-standing flag, a significant cybersecurity awareness gap persists in South Africa, writes...

When AI passes a Turing Tests it goes beyond a human problem

In a public online Turing Test, researchers at the University of California San Diego found that the best-performing GPT-4 prompt passed nearly half the time – outperforming older models, but still behind the human baseline of 66%. As AI becomes better at mimicking...

Retro Rabbit’s Call Centre AI takes over the heavy lifting

In an era where customers expect instant and accurate support, many contact centres still struggle with outdated manual processes that slow response times and increase errors. Retro Rabbit has launched Call Centre AI, a cutting-edge solution that automates critical...

Why investing in techpreneurs is investing in the future

GoodApp, a South African-born home services platform, was named Start-Up of the Year at the Intelligent ICT Awards, an honour that not only recognises technical achievement but also affirms the growing momentum behind purpose-driven African innovation. Founded with a...

SAS debuts custom AI models

SAS has debuted a new selection of AI models, each of which addresses a specific labour- and time-intensive process that can drag business down. SAS’ packaged models come either ready-to-go or intended to tailor and accelerate model training on customer data. All can...

Project Manager

Lead complex engineering projects from concept to completion in a high-impact technical environment. Is this you? You're a confident, detail-driven Project Manager who thrives under pressure and enjoys being the central driver of delivery. You're a natural leader with...

Project Manager – Western Cape Durbanville

Lead complex engineering projects from concept to completion in a high-impact technical environment. Is this you? You're a confident, detail-driven Project Manager who thrives under pressure and enjoys being the central driver of delivery. You're a natural leader with...

Software Quality Engineer

Key ResponsibilitiesUse existing automation frameworks and pre-defined test tools to inspect, analyse, and validate system solutions.Design, develop, and implement reusable automated test assets to support quality assurance objectives.Ensure test coverage across...

Technical Business Analyst – 2196 Evdb

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:Work closely with the Delivery Manager of the department to steer and support the feature team from a requirements engineering point of view Fulfill the prioritised requirements using agile methodologies Risk management and conflict...

Software Quality Engineer – Gauteng Edenburg

Key ResponsibilitiesUse existing automation frameworks and pre-defined test tools to inspect, analyse, and validate system solutions.Design, develop, and implement reusable automated test assets to support quality assurance objectives.Ensure test coverage across...

Technical Business Analyst – 2196 Evdb – Gauteng Pretoria

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:Work closely with the Delivery Manager of the department to steer and support the feature team from a requirements engineering point of view Fulfill the prioritised requirements using agile methodologies Risk management and conflict...

Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.NET Developer

A transformation consultancy that digitizes business operations by combining expert consulting with their proprietary real-time data platform is seeking a Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.NET Developer who will be a key driver in their mission to progressively digitize...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2181

Requirement Analysis.Development and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...

Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.NET Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

A transformation consultancy that digitizes business operations by combining expert consulting with their proprietary real-time data platform is seeking a Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.NET Developer who will be a key driver in their mission to progressively digitize...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2181 – Gauteng Pretoria

Requirement Analysis.Development and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...

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