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...

Flexible, AI-driven, multi-income careers: Gen Z wants it all

Gen Z professionals are rethinking their careers, embracing flexible, AI-enabled and multi-income pathways to build long-term earning potential, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). AI is not just another wave of innovation - it is part...

AI coding costs set to outstrip developer salaries

By 2028, AI coding costs will overtake the average developer’s salary due to rising large language model (LLM) token consumption and the shift to consumption-based licensing models, according to Gartner. AI tokens are the units of data processed by generative...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

Software-defined, AI powered vehicles coming soon

The automotive industry is grappling with an erratic transition away from current products and business models. An IBM Institute for Business Value study, “Automotive 2035”,  highlights that over the next decade, 80% of new cars will have a powertrain that will be...

PSC to investigate SITA’s inability to deliver

Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has asked the Public Service Commission (PSC) to investigate a range of critical issues affecting the State Information Technology Agency (SITA). This follows Malatsi’s oversight visit to the SITA offices...

Meta, Apple show different strategies for immersive technology

Meta and Apple this week unveiled their VR and AR headsets Quest 3 and Vision Pro, respectively, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023. Kiran Raj, practice head of Disruptive Tech at GlobalData, comments: "The technology landscape witnessed a pivotal...

Nvidia an early winner in the AI boom

While the current AI boom is only just getting started, an early winner is Nvidia, which on Tuesday 30 May saw its market capitalisation exceed $1-trillion for the first time. For a chip designer with no fabrication capabilities of its own, this is a significant...

Data analytics to reach $302bn by 2030

The global data analytics market size is expected to reach $302,01-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 26,7% from 2023 to 2030. The data analytics industry is essential for improving...

With PowerVia, Intel claims a chipmaking breakthrough

Intel has introduced PowerVia, a new approach to delivering power that rethinks how chips are made and how they are tested. Traditionally computer chips have been built like pizzas - from the bottom up, in layers. In the case of chips, you start with the tiniest...

Employee wellbeing stressful for small business owners

A global small-business owner wellness survey finds that managing employees' mental health is a significant cause of stress among owners. Xero's "The Global State of Small Business Owner Wellbeing" report, which details the results of a survey of 4 600 small-business...

Tech not the only solution to supply chain productivity dip

New technologies ranging from smart robotics to actionable AI have the potential to transform the supply chain function, but they will fail to lift historically low levels of labor productivity unless utilised as part of a broader strategy, according to Gartner....

Cloud adoption, modern development impact IT teams

The roles and activities performed by IT professionals have evolved dramatically over the past 10 years due to the convergence of modern development technologies, cloud platforms, and as-a-service offerings that can significantly improve overall productivity. Today,...

Companies tempt Gen Z workers with early Fridays

Skills are a hot commodity in virtually every industry across all sectors globally. The emerging workforce, and so-called Gen Z workers in particular, are in demand and more employers are offering early finish Fridays or summer Fridays as a perk to attract...

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Quick calls to better businesses

The tools that enable a rapid response to customers are the key to improved sales. Speed of response is the first step to getting and keeping customers in a highly competitive and cluttered online environment. Contact centres play a pivotal role in this process. Rapid...

Companies must became cyber-resilient

This year, we have seen some of the most high-profile victims of cybercrime across the world, including the NHS in the UK, and the attack of Equifax that impacted of millions of people in several countries. The damage has not only cost companies' money, it has also...

Festival organisers urged to go cashless

As festival goers gear-up for the start of the 2017 festival season, more emphasis should be placed on the benefits of going cashless as the event fundamental for organisers, vendors and partygoers. This is according to Shai Evians, CEO of Howler, an event-technology...

Automation key for digital enterprises

In today's customer-centric business environment, automation is seen to be one of the keys to delivering superior service, writes Jaco Viljoen, agile consultant at IndigoCube. I have previously explored why and how the principles of lean-agile software development...

BBM Messenger partners with NGO Springster

Creative Media Works, operating as BBM Messenger, has partnered with Springster, Girl Effect's global mobile-first platform for vulnerable young women, to launch Girl Talk, a highly important and purposeful content offering. Aiming to "create a new normal" for young...

Print Tag explores digital possibilities

Cape Town-based Print-Tag, a family-run commercial printing business specialising in digital and litho print products, has installed a new Xerox Versant 80 Press supplied by Cape Office Machines. Cape Office has been an authorised business partner to Bytes Document...

Girls4Tech aims to drive STEM interest

Mastercard has announced the African launch of its signature Girls4Tech programme, launching it last week at Sandtonview school in Johannesburg. Girls4Tech aims to drive interest in and awareness of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) studies and careers...

Major EdTech recruitment drive in Cape Town

Cape Town-based online education company GetSmarter is embarking on a major recruitment drive, hot on the heels of its R1,4-billion acquisition by US-based 2U. "We are looking for talented people who have a passion for education, can-do attitudes, and are team players...

They’re here … are you ready?

Millennial customers are more fastidious when it comes to customer service than previous generations -- and at the same time they are also fiercely loyal. They have grown up with a plethora of tools and a variety of communication channels around them, and they know...

New company secretary, legal advisor at Jasco

Jasco Group has appointed Neo Modisakeng as its new company secretary and legal advisor. In his capacity as a lawyer, Modisakeng has been involved in the ICT industry for many years. Starting out in Webber Wentzel's Technology, Media, Telecommunications and...

Senior back end Developer – Gauteng Bedford

Senior Backend Developers and Intermediate Back end developers This position focuses on scaling large systems using a microservice approach. Experience with Linux is advantageous and will complement your expertise in building and managing complex, distributed...

SENIOR MICROSOFT DEVELOPER – Gauteng Rivonia

Outputs Creatively solving problems in a robust and scalable manner, lead and assist junior developers.Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and efficient execution of projects.Staying abreast of the latest developments in low-code...

Business Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre

Job Purpose: To elicit business requirements from business community. Support analysis and design of business processes in accordance with business requirements to support business objectives.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Identify, investigate and analyse problems faced by...

Senior Python Engineer

This role can be fully remote. Our client makes online commerce and digital payment acceptance easier and more accessible across all Africa. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, we work with small and largemerchants to provide a complete toolkit to accept, manage and...

Low Code Developer (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A global Logistics & Forwarding company seeks a highly meticulous Low Code Developer with exceptional UI/UX design skills and a strong understanding of Backend development to join its team. The role will entail a combination of SQL queries, Backend...

Business Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria

Job Purpose: To elicit business requirements from business community. Support analysis and design of business processes in accordance with business requirements to support business objectives.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Identify, investigate and analyse problems faced by...

Senior Python Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

This role can be fully remote. Our client makes online commerce and digital payment acceptance easier and more accessible across all Africa. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, we work with small and largemerchants to provide a complete toolkit to accept, manage and...

Low Code Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Kempton Park

ENVIRONMENT:A global Logistics & Forwarding company seeks a highly meticulous Low Code Developer with exceptional UI/UX design skills and a strong understanding of Backend development to join its team. The role will entail a combination of SQL queries, Backend...

Project Manager

We are looking for a skilled Project Manager within the IT/ Tech space to join our client. This will be for an initial 6-month engagement based in Pietermaritzburg. You'll be leading innovative projects, drive results, and make an impact in a fast-paced environment.If...

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