Data centres invest in diverse energy sources
The unprecedented growth in AI has seen power demand for data centres skyrocket. Data centre hyperscalers want new grid capacity added using electricity generation methods that align with their ambitious sustainability goals, writes Eve Pope, technology analyst at...
Quantum developments raise privacy, security concerns
Microsoft's recent announcement of the Majorana 1 quantum chip marks a significant milestone in the evolution of quantum computing, bringing us closer to realising quantum computers capable of performing complex computations at unprecedented speeds. While this...
Conversational AI to drive 16% contact centre growth
Worldwide contact centre (CC) and CC conversational AI and virtual assistant end-user spending is projected to total $18,6-billion in 2023, an increase of 16,2% from 2022, according to Gartner. "Near-term investment growth rates for CC and CC conversational AI and...
Internet set to hit 6bn users by 2028
The Internet has become an indispensable part of our lives, transforming how we communicate and access information - and it is set to surge even further in the years to come. According to estimates by the Atlas VPN team, the number of Internet users is projected to...
Global enterprise cloud to reach $1,4trn in 2027
The total global revenue opportunity for cloud computing in the enterprise segment is poised to reach $1,4-trillion in 2027, driven by positive IT investment sentiment seen among enterprises globally, and the large-scale automation and IT modernisation initiatives...
4th Gen Intel Xeon takes off in the cloud
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the general availability of new Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) instances powered by custom 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors. The launch is the latest on a growing list of 4th Gen Xeon-powered instances that...
Ombudsman sounds the alarm over digital wallet fraud
As payment methods become more convenient, the threats targeting users are growing too. Indeed, wherever money or the transfer of money is concerned, fraud will be a factor. Although banks have developed fraud detection and prevention systems, such as SIM Swap...
SA users hit with courier service scams
Kaspersky experts have detected a wave in scams related to the RAM courier service in South Africa: fraudsters are employing deceptive tactics to trick unsuspecting users into divulging their financial information by claiming packages were undelivered due to unpaid...
Single-vendor SASE set for huge growth
The increased enterprise preference for single-vendor SASE solutions is expected to propel its growth at twice the rate of multi-vendor SASE solutions. According to a recently published forecast report from Dell'Oro Group, enterprises are anticipated to spend nearly...
Crypto scam victims seldom recover losses
A new BanklessTimes.com report details the havoc that scammers continue to wreak on the cryptocurrency sector. The site has presented data indicating that crypto investors lost $667-million to different scams in the first half of 2023. It also highlights the...
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Westcon-Comstor adds online learning
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HCL cited as outsourcing leader
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Cell C followed due process during recapitalisation
Cell C welcomes ICASA's confirmation that Cell C followed the correct process in the notification of its recapitalisation transaction and that it has complied with all applicable Regulations. "A recapitalised Cell C is good for the industry, the economy, and the...
LG, Apple in display alliance
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Court approves Avaya restructuring plan
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has confirmed Avaya's second amended chapter 11 plan of reorganization. As a result, Avaya expects to emerge from its restructuring process before the end of this year. "The court's approval of...
Migrating to the planet of the apps
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Use Computer Security Day to strengthen resilience
All organisations should use Computer Security Day on 30 November 2017 as an opportunity to improve their ability to recover from disaster. This is according to Padma Naidoo, head: advisory services at ContinuitySA, who adds: "Computer Security Day was inaugurated in...
IoT drives business for the telco sector
The Internet of Things (IoT) started as a great marketing buzzword with the promise of business benefits and new services, much like cloud. In fact, the concept of connected edge peripherals, has been around for quite some time now, albeit mostly on a private network...
Secure the enterprise network with AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) often throws up visions of a futuristic Earth, where self-aware robots are programmed to be ethical in their behaviour and protect human lives at all costs, writes Pieter Engelbrecht, business unit manager for HPE Aruba. It's clear that an...
Li-ion UPS batteries offer lower TCO
Schneider Electric aims to capitalise on its first-to-market advantage in lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries, as Bloomberg predicts big gains in data centre UPS systems. "Key to this growth is the lower total cost of ownership," explains Riaan de Leeuw, vice-president: IT...
Web WordPress Developer
A rapidly growing e-commerce business looking for a talented Web WordPress Developer with a passion for e-commerce and WooCommerce to manage multiple websites for the company and a few external clients. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree /...
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IT Network Administrator – Gauteng Centurion
Strong ICT Infrastructure and Security Professional Responsible for protecting IT infrastructure, edge devices, networks, and data.Responsible for preventing data breaches and monitoring and reacting to attacks.Monitor network and application performance to identify...
Project Manager at Adcorp BLU – KwaZulu-Natal Richards Bay
The Project Manager (Civil Engineering) will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of community-based infrastructure projects. This role is vital in supporting sustainable development by managing projects that enhance local communities through the construction...
Web WordPress Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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IT DevOps Engineer
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