The quantum opportunity for photonics
Quantum computers can be built in many ways, writes Dr Tess Skyrme, principal technology analyst at IDTechEx. You may be familiar with the competing modalities claiming to offer various advantages over others in terms of quality, scalability, cost, and more. However,...
Can the gold rally continue?
Gold's record-breaking rally shows no signs of slowing, with two new catalysts also now fueling the fire. The bullish prediction from deVere Group CEO Nigel Green is based on the potential revaluation of America’s gold reserves and a major policy shift in China...
How to prevent rooftop solar fires
Kathy Gibson reports - Rooftop solar has become the most in-demand solution for South African households and businesses - but there are many challenges in installing and maintaining these systems, which require a high level of skill to counter. Prinaven Naidoo, solar...
The challenges faced in transitioning to green transport
Despite policy support and some green energy initiatives, there is still much work to be done by South African authorities to successfully support the country's transition to green energy technologies and sustainable mobility. This is one of the key messages from a...
Global PC shipments still on a downturn
Global PC shipments declined 13,4% YoY during the second quarter of 2023, according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. This was the sixth consecutive quarter of contraction...
Few HR leaders implementing generative AI
Only around 5% of HR leaders report their function has already implemented generative AI, while another 9% reported they are currently conducting generative AI pilots, according to a new survey of 105 HR leaders from Gartner. "More than half of HR leaders surveyed by...
High-effort’ customer service transitions impact CX
Sixty-two percent of customer service channel transitions are "high-effort" for customers, according to Gartner, which adds that less than half of customers who experience a high-effort transition will use self-service again for their next interaction. A Gartner...
Why Threads is a genuine threat to Twitter
With the new Threads social media platform on the rise - destined, some say, to reshape how we communicate, promote brands, and engage with each other - an exciting new era is seemingly underway. "Among the launch of numerous social media platforms over the years,...
Check Point raises security concerns over Google Bard
With the slew of generative AI intelligent platforms emerging, starting with ChatGPT, Check Point Research (CPR ) recently conducted a security analysis of the latest one - Google Bard - and did a comparative analysis vis-à-vis ChatGPT. What the security experts found...
Africa still prone to phishing, but training cuts risk
More than one in three of corporate employees in Africa are vulnerable to phishing attacks and social engineering scams. However, regular training can significantly reduce their chances of falling victim to such cyber threats. This is among the key findings of...
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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
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Print Tag explores digital possibilities
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Girls4Tech aims to drive STEM interest
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Major EdTech recruitment drive in Cape Town
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They’re here … are you ready?
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New company secretary, legal advisor at Jasco
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Euphoria enables digital nomads
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Sage debuts Sage Business Cloud
Sage has unveiled Sage Business Cloud. Built to respond to the demands of modern companies, this solution is designed to be the only cloud platform that businesses will ever need. Sage Business Cloud offers a powerful set of cloud products for small business...
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Our client in Port Elizabeth is looking for an Information Coordinator, where you'll play a vital role in managing and maintaining our database to ensure its accuracy and reliability! In this dynamic position, you'll collaborate with various departments to keep...
Azure Developer (C# NestJS TypeScript JavaScript Node.js) (CPT Hybrid/Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding expertise as an Azure Developer (C# / NestJS / TypeScript / JavaScript / NodeJS) are sought by a growing provider of easy-to-use Software, Integrations & APIs to help build design, build & maintain robust solutions. You will work to...
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ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding expertise as an Azure Developer (C# / NestJS / TypeScript / JavaScript / NodeJS) are sought by a growing provider of easy-to-use Software, Integrations & APIs to help build design, build & maintain robust solutions. You will work to...
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