Microsoft adds R5,4bn to R20bn data centre investment
Kathy Gibson reports – Microsoft has committed to invest an additional R5,4-billion in its South African cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) data centres. At the same time, the company has significantly expanded its skills development programme in the country....
How to build an AI economy
Kathy Gibson reports – Artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping up to be as big a world-changer as the general-purpose technologies (GPTs) that triggered the previous Industrial Revolutions. That’s the word from Brad Smith, co-chair and president of Microsoft, speaking...
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'...
Quantum could power oil and gas computations
The oil and gas industry has relied on traditional computers to tackle their mathematical challenges for decades. Despite the significant improvements in the speed and precision of classical supercomputers, they can sometimes fall short when calculations involve...
AMD debuts Radeon PRO workstation graphics cards
AMD has announced two new additions to the AMD Radeon PRO W7000 Series product line: the AMD Radeon PRO W7600 and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 workstation graphics cards. The new graphics cards are designed to tackle mainstream workloads across a range of professional...
Africa’s first AppHaus is open for business
SAP Africa and EPI-USE have officially launched the first AppHaus in Africa. The SAP AppHaus Network is a community of global locations that are driven by SAP and its partners. Each AppHaus is connected through the conviction that innovation requires five ingredients...
Massive growth ahead for blockchain IoT
The global blockchain IoT market size is expected to reach $12,7-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 58,2% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The rising adoption of decentralised applications (dApps) in the blockchain IoT industry...
University reform: No need to reinvent the wheel
According to recent news reports, Minister of Higher Education Blade Nzimande is considering a legal review of the governance frameworks at South Africa's universities in order to stem the rising tide of corruption and mismanagement at these institutions. Professor...
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SqwidNet launches IoT Entrepreneurship Programme
SqwidNet, the licensed Sigfox IoT network operator in South Africa, has launched its entrepreneurship programme, (IoT)E - IoT to the power E. The programme is aimed to empower entrepreneurs who would like to develop their skills and knowledge to become established...
Design thinking drives entrepreneurial impact
Every business leader today faces immense pressures of power and responsibility. All it takes is a few wrong decisions, or a dollop too much complacency, for disaster to land. Today this pressure is more poignant than ever. Change is in the air, only now it is...
Cyber insurance and availability make good bedfellows
With attacks like WannaCry and Petya infecting hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide, many are calling this the Year of Ransomware. Its increased level of threat sophistication and maturity clearly show that even though traditional methods of data protection...
Could the blockchain enforce PoPI?
The Protection of Personal Information (PoPI) Act is looming on our horizon. South African organisations are busily preparing for it despite there still being much debate about what the real impact will be and whether or not it will be truly effective. However, one...
Silver Peak EdgeConnect endures torture test
hybrid WAN solution provider Silver Peak has announced that the company's flagship SD-WAN solution, Unity EdgeConnect, successfully endured a series of rigorous network packet-loss resilience tests. Independent network test lab, Miercom, subjected the EdgeConnect...
Epicor expands SA footprint
Western Cape technology consulting firm Astraia Technology has been appointed as an Epicor value-added reseller (VAR) through South African distributor epic ERP. "We are extremely excited to have Astraia on board.," says Stuart Scanlon, managing director of epic ERP ....
Strategic AI: chat abot it
AI and the solutions it enhances has become the gold rush of the Western world -- a digital hunt for the customer experience oil that sits on the frontlines of chatbot capability and evolution. Amazon has released its increasingly impressive Alexa and Echo range of...
SilverBridge unveils BHave tool, training
SilverBridge says its in-house automated testing tool, BHave, provides the group with an effective way to increase the efficiency of its software testing. BHave ensures product development and customer support happens as smoothly as possible. Recently, the company...
Internships help drive Otel’s growth
Independent telecoms firm Otel Communications is on track to eventually employ at least 75% of its current crop of interns sourced from the country's leading tertiary institutions. Earlier this year, Otel's interns embarked on a 12-month high-performance programme...
Inspiration Healthcare adopts Ideagen
Inspiration Healthcare Group, a global supplier of medical technology for critical care, operating theatre and home healthcare applications, is adopting software from Ideagen to enhance regulatory compliance and key operational processes. Ideagen Q-Pulse, Ideagen's...
Data Scientist-AI Platform (Senior) HHDSAI01
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IT Network Technician
We are seeking a skilled IT Network Technician with 1-2 years of experience in data cabling, including CAT5/CAT6 installation, setting up network cabinets, switches, brush panels, and patch panels. The ideal candidate will be capable of effectively troubleshooting...
Mobile Application Developer
Looking for a flexible Mobile Application Developer with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail as well as excellent collaboration and communication skills. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree / BTechFlutterDartLaravelAWSShould you...
Senior React Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...
Data Scientist-AI Platform (Senior) HHDSAI01 – Gauteng Pretoria
Data Scientist-AI Platform ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:We are seeking an AI Consultant/Data scientist to drive the adoption and implementation of AI technologies across our department. In this role, you will be responsible for:- Assessing the department's current AI...
IT Network Technician – Gauteng Parkmore
We are seeking a skilled IT Network Technician with 1-2 years of experience in data cabling, including CAT5/CAT6 installation, setting up network cabinets, switches, brush panels, and patch panels. The ideal candidate will be capable of effectively troubleshooting...
Mobile Application Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a flexible Mobile Application Developer with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail as well as excellent collaboration and communication skills. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree / BTechFlutterDartLaravelAWSShould you...
Project Manager
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IT Network Administrator
Strong ICT Infrastructure and Security Professional Responsible for protecting IT infrastructure, edge devices, networks, and data.Responsible for preventing data breaches and monitoring and reacting to attacks.Monitor network and application performance to identify...
Project Manager at Adcorp BLU
The Project Manager (Civil Engineering) will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of community-based infrastructure projects. This role is vital in supporting sustainable development by managing projects that enhance local communities through the construction...
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