AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

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...

Banks boost support for African SMEs

The African Development Bank Group and Standard Bank Group have signed a financial agreement to enhance funding for small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), and expand trade across Africa. The agreement includes a R3,6-billion investment in a social bond and a...

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...

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...

The hidden e-waste in our homes

In a world driven by technological advancements, it is easy to overlook the silent environmental threat lurking in our very own homes. Small used electronic items, often forgotten at the back of drawers or tucked away in garage boxes, are contributing to a significant...

MTN MoMo API Hackathon 2023 open for SA developers

MTN's Mobile Money offering, MoMo, is inviting skilled tech developers and innovators to participate in the MTN MoMo API Hackathon which is aimed at producing solutions that shape the future of demand-driven financial services. The event givesSouth Africans the...

Competition Commission role is to encourage growth, says FMF

The Competition Commission recently published its report, alongside intrusive implications, on South Africa's e-commerce market. The commission should rather promote growth by cutting anti-business regulations and regulatory agencies, according to the Free Market...

Defining moment for India in quest to be a superpower

While the world is in the midst of an unprecedented period of transition and uncertainty, India faces a defining opportunity to capitalise on the moment. This is according to a new S&P Global Look Forward research, titled Look Forward: India's Moment, focusing on...

AI ushers in new era of efficiency in India telecoms

The Indian telecom industry is on the verge of a monumental transformation, fueled by the recent recommendations from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Consequently, AI is set to become the...

Curiosity Rover faces its toughest climb on Mars

Tomorrow (5 August 2023), NASA’s Curiosity rover will notch its 11th year on Mars by doing what it does best: studying the Red Planet’s surface. The intrepid bot recently investigated a location nicknamed “Jau” that is pockmarked with dozens of impact craters....

Google gives users more control of personal information

Google Search has introduced new features to help users stay in control of their personal information, privacy and online safety. Last year, Google launched the "Results about you" tool to make it easier to request the removal of search results that contain a users'...

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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...

Fuel finance decisions with data intelligence

As the world delves ever deeper into the Fourth Industrial Revolution, modern enterprises are forced to evolve their operational practices. With this digital transformation comes an onslaught of information, resulting in massive datasets and the responsibility to...

Free online courses from Cisco

Cisco has released seven free, self-enrol online courses to help South Africans to develop their digital skills, and has pledged to train an additional 100 000 students by 2020. Underpinned by the Cisco Networking Academy, which celebrates its 20th year in South...

Africa is not a data desert

The data age has opened up a world of renewed understanding in the ways we live and work, providing insights that hold the potential to improve lives for billions around the globe, writes Ben Leo, CEO of Fraym. The ability to collect and process vast numbers of data...

Cybersecurity is everyone’s business

The future of work very much revolves around the future of security, writes Brendan McAravey, country manager of Citrix South Africa. New ways of working offer exciting opportunities to boost employee productivity, creativity, and engagement, but they can't come at...

Focus on employees’ mental health

Heidi Duvenage, head of Sage Talent Solutions, believes that keeping an eye on mental health will help companies to have happy employees. There's a feed on Bored Panda showcasing photos that prove that depression "has no face". Hundreds of seemingly "ordinary" people...

The importance of trust

Trust is a must for professional accountants, writes Bongani Coka, CE of the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) A good reputation is hard to build, but can be destroyed overnight. This is particularly true of the accountancy and audit...

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...

Senior Item Coding Analyst at Circana – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

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 – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

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...

API Developer

Our Client is looking for API Developer who will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing APIs between software platforms, programs, and applications.This role involves interpreting business requirements and functional specifications provided by...

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