Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Have we been wrong about why Mars is red?

The Red Planet’s iconic rusty dust has a much wetter history than previously assumed. This is according to scientists who combined European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA spacecraft data with new laboratory experiments on replica Mars dust. The results suggest that Mars...

SA’s SMEs prioritise digital payments, sustainability

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa are accelerating their digital transformation and seeking new growth opportunities through digital payments and strategic private sector collaborations while sustainability is priority. This is according to the third...

Gender equality: Empowering the cybersecurity trailblazers

In the rapidly expanding field of cybersecurity, two major challenges loom large: a staggering talent gap and persistent gender inequality. According to the recently 2022 (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study, the industry faces an alarming shortage of 3,4-million...

Call for mandatory procurement transformation in community schemes

Minister of Human Settlements Mmamoloko Kubayi believes economic transformation has to take place in the multi-trillion rand community schemes economy, which includes sectional title complexes, homeowners' associations, retirement housing schemes, share block...

Gauteng road users can report faulty traffic lights

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has introduced the ability to report faulty traffic signals through the PotholeFixGP app. The app was launched in 2022 and so far, more than 7 418 potholes have been reported. It is available from Google PlayStore and...

How we can fix our deteriorating water quality

Poor water quality in South Africa is becoming a major crisis across many municipalities in our country, putting at risk our health and economy. By Bonga Ntuli, executive board member & director of strategy and digital services at Royal HaskoningDHV Southern...

Hubble glimpses a glitzy galactic cluster

The glittering, glitzy contents of the globular cluster NGC 6652 sparkle in a star-studded image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope. The core of the cluster is suffused with the pale blue light of countless stars, and a handful of particularly bright foreground...

Chromebooks resilient but tablets see sharp decline

Worldwide tablet shipments posted decline of 29,9% year over year in the second quarter of 2023 (2Q23), totaling 28,3-million units, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker....

Banking-as-a-platform set for massive boom

A new study from Juniper Research has found that global revenue from BaaP (banking-as-a-platform) services will increase to $49-billion globally in 2028, from $4-billion in 2023. The study argues that BaaP can help traditional banks regain their competitive edge...

New infection methods join the attack

A new Kaspersky report uncovers the intricate infection tactics of malware strains DarkGate, Emotet, and LokiBot. Between DarkGate's unique encryption and Emotet's robust comeback, LokiBot exploits persist, illustrating how the cybersecurity landscape constantly...

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Wireless services in Africa

While Africa is seeing an increase in demand for connectivity in order to bridge the ever-present digital divide between urban and rural areas, the bottlenecks experienced when backhauling data streams by service providers of all types is still a major issue that...

Netstar takes on Mobileye

Altech Netstar is extending its digital product portfolio to include the integration of Mobileye's vision-based Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS). Mobileye, an Intel Company, is a leader in the development of vision-based technology for ADAS and autonomous driving...

IS joins Nexcenter network

Internet Solutions' Parklands data centre has joined the Nexcenter network. Parklands is the first data centre in Africa to meet the stringent technology and service standards defined by the NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com), the ICT solutions and international...

SkyGroup Communications adds Barco UniSee

Local video and communications distributor SkyGroup Communications has added the Barco UniSee LCD video wall range to its product offerings. The Barco UniSee, is the vendor company's new flagship product in the Barco LCD video wall range. The UniSee platform sees a...

Protect yourself from ATM scammers

By practicing a fair amount of vigilance, ATM users can avoid falling victim to scammers looking to swindle them of their hard-earned cash. Lee-Anne van Zyl, CEO of FNB Points of Presence, says, "As the festive season nears, we would like to urge ATM users to practice...

Attivo Networks bolsters security defences in Africa

Threat detection company Attivo Networks has announced a strategic partnership with Networks Unlimited. With this distribution partnership, Attivo Networks and Networks Unlimited together aim to extend comprehensive next-generation deception-based cyber security...

A better service from Martin’s Funerals

The installation of a Xerox Versant 180 digital press -- and the cost savings and efficiencies it provides, has allowed the owners of Martin's Funerals Randburg more time on providing the compassion that bereaved families need, in their time of grief. A good printer...

Fleet management: take the blinders off

DHL Supply Chain South Africa has introduced a Central Control Tower, providing customers with a bird's-eye view of all transport needs. As fleets grow in size, there is a greater need to understand where vehicles are, what the conditions are of stock loads, and...

Beyond Christmas parties and Santa shoeboxes

There's a familiar vibe in the air as December draws closer, work starts calming down and families head to the beaches for their year-end holidays. By Joanne van der Walt, Sage Foundation Programme Manager for Africa If you're one of the few skeleton team members left...

Routed co-founder appointed as ISPA director

Malcolm Siegel, co-founder of Routed, has been appointed to the board of The Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA). He previously served as an ISPA member since 2011, in a role within the INX working group management committee. Siegel says he looks forward to...

Software Engineer (Expert) 0757 – Gauteng Pretoria

Software EngineerESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:- Java Spring boot- Kafka & JMS (MQ)- DevOps (Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines)- Cloud infrastructure (AWS)- SQL (Oracle, Postgres)- Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM)...

Information Security Solution Architect at Tipp Focus Group

Job Opportunity: Information Security Solution Architect ?? Location: Cape Town We're looking for skilled Information Security Solution Architects for multiple levels: Senior: 5+ years' experiencePrincipal: 8+ years' experienceQualifications required: Relevant...

Business Analyst

Business Analyst - Online SalesGeorge, Western Cape - Office basedDepartment: InnovationReports to: Head of Digital Marketing & Innovation Our client is not just digital insurance innovators; they're a team that believes in working smarter, together. Their culture...

Data Engineer

Can You Build the Superhighway of Data? We're searching for a Data Engineer to design pipelines that transport information with speed and precision. If ETL, data lakes, and SQL are your playground, apply now and let's drive data excellence together! Data...

Business Analyst – Western Cape George

Business Analyst - Online SalesGeorge, Western Cape - Office basedDepartment: InnovationReports to: Head of Digital Marketing & Innovation Our client is not just digital insurance innovators; they're a team that believes in working smarter, together. Their culture...

Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Can You Build the Superhighway of Data? We're searching for a Data Engineer to design pipelines that transport information with speed and precision. If ETL, data lakes, and SQL are your playground, apply now and let's drive data excellence together! Data...

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Systems Engineer at Tipp Focus Group

Job Opportunity: Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Systems Engineer ?? Location: Cape Town We're looking for skilled Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Systems Engineers for multiple levels: Senior: 5+ years' experiencePrincipal: 8+ years' experienceQualifications...

Senior Item Coding Analyst at Circana

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world's leading brands and...

Intermediate Java Developer

A consulting firm looking for an Intermediate Java Developer with enterprise environment experience. The candidate should be customer facing, likeable and interviews well as well as flexible and delivery oriented. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree...

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