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...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Women face higher levels of burnout as stress levels climb

South African employers are facing a growing workforce resilience challenge as new data reveals that women are increasingly bearing the burden of workplace stress, burnout and mental health crises. A comprehensive analysis by Lyra Southern Africa of 67 419 Employee...

SA companies are shunning public cloud for AI workloads

South African organisations are shifting AI workloads out of the public cloud faster than their counterparts anywhere else in the world, according to new global research commissioned by Cloudera. The Great AI Re-Architecture Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research...

How India’s new satellite will see the Earth

When NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) new Earth satellite NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) launches in coming months, it will capture images of Earth’s surface so detailed they will show how much small plots of land and ice are...

January brings PMI decline

The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) started the year on the back foot, declining by 0.9 points to 45.3 points in January 2025. This is the third consecutive contraction and the lowest level since August 2024. This suggests that the loss of...

Foreign employers in the SARS crosshairs

If National Treasury has its way, foreign companies hiring South Africans as remote workers may soon find themselves in a legislative compliance pickle with SARS, which could see them become bogged down in red tape that negatively impacts their business operations....

No-code AI platform market set to surge

The global no-code AI platform market size is expected to reach $20,42-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 27,3% from 2023 to 2030. No-code AI is an AI landscape category that intends to...

Aurora supercomputer completion marks exascale milestone

The Aurora supercomputer at Argonne National Laboratory is now fully equipped with all 10 624 compute blades, boasting 63 744 Intel Data Centre GPU Max Series and 21 248 Intel Xeon CPU Max Series processors. "Aurora is the first deployment of Intel's Max Series GPU,...

Africa commits to Web 3.0, blockchain

The secure and transparent management enabled by Web 3.0 and blockchain is driving the adoption of these technologies in Africa. EMURGO Africa, in strategic partnership with PwC, has unveiled the "State of Web3.0 in Africa" report, a forward looking publication that...

Employees place increased importance on manager support

More than three-quarters of employees report that it has become more important for them to receive support from their manager, according to Gartner. Simultaneously, managers are also facing increasing expectations from the organization, including new responsibilities...

Every SA company should have whistleblowing management

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) has published South African National Standard (SANS) 37002 Whistleblowing management systems - Guidelines. This document provides the framework and guidelines for any organisation to implement a whistleblowing management...

Confidence is low, but buying decisions are not made on price alone

The latest FNB/BER Business Confidence Index shows that South Africans have not been as uncertain about their economic wellbeing since the third quarter of 2020, which was at the peak of the pandemic. Given constant loadshedding, high inflation, a steep electricity...

Wearables market set for 2023 rebound

After declining for the first time ever in 2022, worldwide shipments of wearable devices are forecast to rebound in 2023, reaching a total of 504,1-million units, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device...

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Importance of business networking

The digital revolution and the move towards an always-on life has ensured that people are more connected than ever, both personally as well as professionally. Lyndy van den Barselaar, MD of ManpowerGroup South Africa, states that this has changed the way people...

Deep learning is changing the way we live

Analytics, artificial intelligence (AI) and big data -- these conversations are no longer complete without the term "deep learning", a powerful phrase that is increasingly becoming part of the business vocabulary as it recognises life-changing advantages. Brendan...

Mission-critical myths about DDoS attacks

Bryan Hamman, Arbor Network's territory manager for sub-Saharan Africa, examines whether these "myths" are fact or fiction. For anyone in 'denial' about the power of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks in South Africa - attempts to exhaust the resources...

A new way of looking at business productivity

Business productivity solutions have evolved significantly in recent years. Even in South Africa, workflow is taken more seriously than in the past when the cost and effort did not justify any value derived from it. But thanks to the arrival of cloud-based...

Small businesses must become truly entrepreneurial

Changing mindsets, adding value and seeking knowledge drives business in tough times, say experts at Small Business Expo and #BuyaBusiness Expo taking place at the TicketPro Dome until Saturday. Too many would-be entrepreneurs are the architects of their own business...

Joburg has a new space for gamers

Including a state-of-the-art gaming facility and a creative hub with eight working spaces, the Goethe-Institut's new Library -- Gamebox -- Hub is now open to the public. The Gamebox allows visitors to try out the latest from the world of video games. Currently...

Persistent gender pay gap in payroll sector

Cathie Webb, director at The South African Payroll Association, explains that the gender pay gap is shrinking, but it just won't go away. During Women's Month, it is important to consider the gender related problems we still face as professionals. One of the major...

Incorporating ECM with emerging trends

Enterprise content management (ECM) systems are used by many organisations to store, move and manage their information. However, many of the original or legacy ECM systems have not kept up to date with the changing way people work and the emerging technologies that...

Welcome to the next era of digital entertainment

Vian Chinner, CEO of Xineoh, examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the entertainment industry. Imagine a time in the not-too-distant past, when our consumption of media was entirely dictated for us -- when we were forced to stay-in, so as not to miss...

Mobile users are in denial …

Leo Meyer, MD of Black Castle Technologies, gets under the covers with the mobile security denial syndrome. A myriad of polls over the last year have confirmed what we would expect; consumers don't want their mobile devices to fall victim to security onslaughts....

System Controller (LM) – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Provide analytical support for critical corporate initiatives including business function support for system migrations.Consolidations, significant business area process improvement projects and complex product installations.Planning, implementing, and reviewing minor...

Intern – Desktop Engineer I

Kickstart your IT career as a Desktop Engineer Intern, where you'll gain hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system support, and maintaining cutting-edge technology. Work alongside seasoned professionals, learning to resolve technical issues and provide top-notch...

Specialist Business Analyst (Contract) (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Joburg-based Software Solutions Provider in Joburg seeks a highly skilled & meticulous Specialist Business Analyst with a blend of business analysis and testing expertise. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and...

Project Manager

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Project Manager in Cape Town!Are you a dynamic, energetic, and people-loving individual with a passion for construction? Ready to make your mark in the project management world? If you've got what it takes to juggle timelines, manage...

Software Developer – Java (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a leading provider of 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 constantly changing business needs....

Intern – Desktop Engineer I – Western Cape Cape Town

Kickstart your IT career as a Desktop Engineer Intern, where you'll gain hands-on experience in troubleshooting, system support, and maintaining cutting-edge technology. Work alongside seasoned professionals, learning to resolve technical issues and provide top-notch...

Specialist Business Analyst (Contract) (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Joburg-based Software Solutions Provider in Joburg seeks a highly skilled & meticulous Specialist Business Analyst with a blend of business analysis and testing expertise. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Project Manager in Cape Town!Are you a dynamic, energetic, and people-loving individual with a passion for construction? Ready to make your mark in the project management world? If you've got what it takes to juggle timelines, manage...

Database Developer (Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Join a leading data-driven organization focused on delivering innovative technology solutions that empower businesses to make strategic, data-informed decisions. They are looking for a skilled Database Developer with in-depth experience in Google Cloud...

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