ESG will remain core focus in tech
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) remains an issue of strategic importance to the tech industry, despite ongoing fragmentation by geography and company culture, with the election of Donald Trump as the US president accelerating a period of short-term...
Quantum computing is coming for Web3
IT leaders are doubling down on the need for robust Web3 strategies to cover both the opportunities and threats it poses as the digital landscape rapidly evolves. A global study conducted by Naoris Protocol found that 58% of IT directors deem a robust Web3 strategy to...
The top three vacation scams to look out for
With the international vacation season in full swing, people around the world are searching for enticing travel destinations, affordable accommodation, and reasonably-priced flights. But Kaspersky researchers have seen an uptick in fraudsters taking advantage of...
SAIA issues warning on fake insurance certificates
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA) has cautioned potential customers about signing up non-life insurance policies with companies claiming SAIA status. In a statement issued by the industry body, it says: "It has come to our attention that there are some...
Wireless network security market to reach $59,66bn by 2030
The global wireless network security market size is estimated to reach $59,66-billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 12,5% from 2023 to 2030, according to the recent reports of Grand View Research. The wireless network security market growth can be attributed to the...
Digital infrastructure key to Africa’s future
Kathy Gibson reports from Huawei Eco-Connect 2023 - Industry digitalisation is critical for Africa, promising to help the continent leapfrog other regions to achieve its potential. Leo Chen, president of Huawei sub-Saharan Africa region, points out that the African...
Electronic Communications Amendment Bill, 2022 open for comment
The Electronic Communications Amendment Bill, 2022 which introduces a number of significant amendments to the Electronic Communications Act 36 of 2005 (the ECA), has been published. Interested parties have until 23 July to submit written comments regarding the Bill....
Enabling environment critical to building a digital economy
Kathy Gibson reports - The world is forging ahead with a digital agenda, but African countries - including South Africa - are still battling to achieve the basic connectivity needed to join the revolution. "The world is mutating before our eyes," says Philly Mapulane,...
Nuclear fusion space rocket will be hotter than the sun
UK aerospace company Pulsar Fusion has started constructing the largest practical nuclear fusion rocket engine ever built. The eight-metre fusion chamber is being assembled in Bletchley and, when fired in 2027, will temporarily become the hottest place in the solar...
Tips on using ChatGPT
While ChatGPT has taken the world by storm and many people are eager to see how it works and use it themselves, others have questions on how to actually use it. With this in mind, AI expert and Iterate.ai co-founder, Brian Sathianathan, has compiled five tips and...
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Save yourself from hacker headaches
"Open" WiFi is available almost everywhere, but different cities have their own implementation strategies -- and its important to make smart security choices, writes Brendan McAravey, country manager at Citrix South Africa. While cities like Cape Town have implemented...
EcoStruxure offers IoT-enabled plug-and-play
Schneider Electric's new EcoStruxure Industrial Software Platform offers IoT-enabled, plug-and-play, open architecture, which delivers end-to-end solutions in six domains of expertise -- power, IT, building, machine, plant and grid -- for four end markets, building,...
How to unlock machine learning value
Machine learning is no longer reserved for Hollywood blockbusters and shallow short-term gains, writes says Lorraine Steyn, co-founder and CEO of Khanyisa Real Systems (KRS), who believes it requires genuine interest in its long-term value to unlock the greater good....
Baggage tracking for Istanbul airport
İGA, contractor and designated operator of Istanbul New Airport, has appointed SITA to implement its innovative baggage tracking solution at what will be one of the world's largest airports, allowing airlines to meet IATA Resolution 753's baggage tracking requirements...
King Price launches cyber-insurance
Most people know whether they have insurance for their stuff, car accidents and theft, and liability, but do they know if they're covered for cybercrime? Cybercrime is real, and it's on the increase. In South Africa, 84% of adults who're online have already been...
Fujitsu adds to Celsius workstation range
Fujitsu has brought its Made in Germany engineering expertise to the desktop with its latest workstations -- the completely redesigned Fujitsu Workstation Celsius M770 and the refreshed Fujitsu Workstation CELSIUS R970. Both will be unveiled at the nVidia GPU...
When ethics is allowed to slip by the wayside
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Availability in the age of security risk
With ransomware attacks becoming increasingly prevalent, companies are more aware than ever for the need for effective cybersecurity measures. But despite this, not enough is being done to ensure the availability of data in the event of systems being compromised,...
Why you need to embed data governance
Gustav Piater, sales and marketing director at AIGS (Yellowfin South Africa), explains why it's important to have one version of the truth. It's a familiar scene: The monthly sales management meeting began well enough, only to descend into claims and counter-claims...
Africa set for transport revolution
Despite the continent's transport infrastructure lagging behind global standards for decades, Africa is bracing itself for a transport revolution as more countries embrace the onset of new technology. This sets the scene for a new era of intelligent mobility in...
Project Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
A well-established business is seeking a Project Manager.Qualification:BTech + 5 yearsexperience ((preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics), orBEng + 4 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or Mechatronics),MEng + 3 yearsexperience (preferably Mechanical or...
IT Operations Specialist (Microsoft 365 and Cybersecurity)
Role Overview:Our client, a well-established Hedge Fund Manager, with a long history of delivering excellent returns, is seeking a proactive IT Operations Specialist to join their IT team. This person will be responsible for monitoring and improving their Microsoft...
IT Operations Specialist (Microsoft 365 and Cybersecurity) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role Overview:Our client, a well-established Hedge Fund Manager, with a long history of delivering excellent returns, is seeking a proactive IT Operations Specialist to join their IT team. This person will be responsible for monitoring and improving their Microsoft...
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A Software provider dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. As a Microsoft-aligned organization with proven Azure capabilities, they empower hotels to optimize their operations and enhance guest experiences through their cutting-edge...
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Senior Software Developer
Our client is eagerly seeking an enthusiastic Senior Software Developer that takes leadership in shaping the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and translating complex user requirements into robust and efficient code, demonstrating a deep...
Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is eagerly seeking an enthusiastic Senior Software Developer that takes leadership in shaping the design, development, and maintenance of software applications and translating complex user requirements into robust and efficient code, demonstrating a deep...
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Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a knack for building and maintaining high-performance server and network systems? We're on the hunt for a Senior System Engineer who lives and breathes server management, network security, and cutting-edge infrastructure...
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Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, is looking for a Lead Software Developer with Oracle programming skills. The Lead Software Developer will form a vital part of the software development team who is responsible for the development, maintenance, and...
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