Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

AI, geopolitics reshaping the future of global energy markets

S&P Global Energy has released its Top Trends report identifying the pivotal developments shaping clean energy technology, sustainability, and growth in global energy markets in 2026. "In 2026, AI's surging power demand growth will be testing grid limits, revenue...

Buoyant data centre cooling market reaches for new heights

The data centre thermal management market has outpaced previous forecasts and surged to $7,67-billion, according to new research from Omdia. This unprecedented growth is poised to continue with a robust CAGR of 18,4% until 2028. This surge will largely be fueled by...

Mixed, extended reality to drive AR/VR headset growth

Global shipments of augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets declined 67,4% year over year in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24), according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset...

1 in 10 women choose crypto as their first investment

Women investors are still bullish on crypto, with 1 in 10 choosing it as their first investment, according to new research from BanklessTimes.com "Young women, especially Gen Z, opt for crypto as they begin their investment journey," says Jonathan Merry, CEO of...

CEOs are prepared to weather expected recession

Kathy Gibson reports - CEOs in South Africa and ready and prepared to weather geopolitical and economic challenges. This is one of the headline findings from, KPMG 2022 CEO Outlook Survey, presented in partnership with Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), which...

Africa still prefers cash when it comes to payments

Cash remains the most dominant payment type on the African continent with debit cards coming in as a close second, according to new data from PwC's Open Banking and Payments Survey. The survey is a biannual study of consumers' payment and open banking preferences, and...

Intel debuts realtime deepfake detector

Intel has developed FakeCatcher, a technology that can detect fake videos with a 96% accuracy rate, returning results in milliseconds. "Deepfake videos are everywhere now. You have probably already seen them; videos of celebrities doing or saying things they never...

5G, fintech, security drive African tech trends

Trending topics in the African technology and telecommunications space include the rollout of 5G, the dire need for telecommunications infrastructure and access to broadband spectrum, the steady rise of the fintech sector despite global economic turbulence, the...

M-commerce takes centre stage for Black Friday

Despite a tough economic year and flagging consumer confidence, it appears that many South Africans are still planning to make the most of the upcoming Black Friday sales days, with 85% of South Africans aged 18 to 36 planning to shop from their phones. This is...

Mteto Nyati takes a stake in BSG

Mteto Nyati has taken a significant stake in BSG, (Business Systems Group), a 25-year old South African business and technology consulting company. Now owning 40% of BSG, Nyati will work closely with the BSG executive team to scale BSG's impact and grow market share....

Paper and print are still relevant

Contrary to popular belief, society is far from being paperless. Despite the ubiquity of electronic communication, a recent survey conducted by the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) found that 82% of respondents still use many forms of paper in...

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Fujitsu powers SMEs with entry-level storage

Fujitsu has doubled the capacity of data that can be protected by its entry-level Eternus DX S4 hybrid storage range, introducing performance and capacity upgrades across the line-up. For the second time in just 12 months, Fujitsu is unchaining the amount of...

SPL launches memory, SSDs

Service Parts Logistics (SPL), best known for distribution of branded spare parts and upgrades and the exclusive master distributor for ServiceLife accessories, has launched a range of memory and solid state drives. ServiceLife memory and SSDs come with a lifetime...

Turn your phone into an authenticator

HID Approve, from HID Global, turns a mobile device into a handheld validation device or “authenticator” that verifies online access and transaction requests, such as digital banking transactions or corporate VPN access. HID Approve adds a new level of trust for...

Aspect Software launches Via Workforce Management

Aspect Software has announced Aspect Via WFM, the cloud-based version of Aspect’s market-leading workforce management solution. Aspect Via, the company’s Customer Engagement Centre (CEC) and the backbone of Aspect’s cloud portfolio, is a complete set of customer...

Tips for hybrid network-enabled security

The information and communications technology (ICT) sector is one of the main driving forces behind organisational competitiveness in the modern business environment. Modern businesses increasingly rely on network-supported technologies, such as cloud computing,...

Time is money – stop wasting it in meetings

According to a survey of time use conducted by Stats SA, South Africans spend roughly 121 minutes per day participating in meetings, which amounts to over 10 hours a week – a quarter of the average 40 hour work week. This wouldn’t be a problem if all these hours spent...

Payroll must help employees beat the downgrade

The recent downgrade of South African government debt increases economic uncertainty, with unpredictable effects. “While many of the outcomes of the downgrade have been surprising, one thing is clear: government debt is going to be more expensive. That will almost...

Securing the software-defined data centre

The term “digital transformation” is on every CIO’s lips today, and a large part of this transformation, is the move to a software-defined data centre (SDDC).  “The SDDC is the IT infrastructure of tomorrow,” says Lutz Blaeser, MD of Intact Software Distribution. “For...

Gabsten launches backup and recovery managed service

Data management consulting company Gabsten Technologies has  announced the availability of their latest offering, a Backup and Disaster Recovery (DR) Managed Service in the South African market. Many smaller companies struggle with the task of focusing on their core...

More global awards for LG

LG’s webOS 3.5 smart TV platform was  recognised with a Common Criteria (CC) certification for its enhanced Application Security Solution Version 1.0 software. By snagging another internationally-recognized security certification, LG continues to demonstrate that its...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...

Software Tester (Remote)

STRICTLY REMOTECandidates can work from anywhere in South Africa We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Tester to join our development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our C# MVC web application...

Senior Mobile Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Hire Resolve is seeking a Senior Mobile Software Engineer to work on the latest enterprise-level mobile apps. As a master in mobile application development, you will bring your deep understanding of mobile ecosystems, best practices, and user interface design to our...

CNC Programmer – Gauteng Alberton

Our client who specializes in Mining and Civil Engineering – Material Testing Laboratory Equipment, Chemical, Glassware and glassblowing, Laboratory Instruments and Equipment as well as laboratory consumables is seeking a CNC Programmer to join their team in Alberton...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...

Software Tester (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

STRICTLY REMOTECandidates can work from anywhere in South Africa We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Tester to join our development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our C# MVC web application...

Senior Business Analyst

Hire Resolve is seeking a talented Senior Business Analyst to join our client's esteemed software company. As a Senior Business Analyst, your thorough understanding of business rules and processes will help to steer our customer's projects in the direction of their...

Automation Tester

We are looking for an Automation Tester to join our team. Ideally someone based in Cape Town, but we can consider someone in Johannesburg too.The ideal person will also be comfortable doing Manual testing as and when required and have a technical background and...

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About our client:Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and...

Delphi Developer II

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Delphi Developer II to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Analyse, develop, test and deliver user requestsDo development on strategic innovation projectsLiaise...

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