How Intel used AI to improve the Paris Olympics experience
As the Official Worldwide AI Platform Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Intel implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) platform technology to improve the experience for fans, organisers, athletes and viewers worldwide. With 9,5-million tickets...
Absa PMI drops in November
The seasonally adjusted Absa PMI fell by 4.5 points to 48.1 in November, down from 52.6 in October, signalling a loss of recovery momentum observed over the previous two months. While this decline reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the manufacturing sector,...
Web3 and DeFi hacks on the rise
There was a rise in the number of reported cyber security hacks on Web3 and DeFi in Q1 2023 compared to the same period in 2022 and 2021, with 19 reported hacks. This is up from 16 reported hacks in Q1 2022 and 10 reported hacks in Q1 2021, according to new analysis...
Joburg tops for cultural vibrancy
Johannesburg is the most culturally vibrant city in Africa, according to the Creative Vibrancy Index for Africa (CVIA) that ranks how 12 African cities support and enable the arts, culture, and creative industries. The index provides an overview of the environment for...
New bean genome could boost food security
An international team of researchers has fully sequenced the genome of a climate-resilient bean that could bolster food security in drought-prone regions. The sequencing of the hyacinth bean or 'lablab bean' [Lablab purpureus] paves the way for wider cultivation of...
People are losing interest in NFTs
There has been some significant cooling off in the NFT market, according to BitcoinCasino.com, which says that interest in the market has dropped 76% year-on-year. The search volume dropped from a peak of 100 in April 2022 to just 24 in April 2023. "The NFT market...
The environmental impact of blocking crypto miners
Following on from Earth Day 2023, Kaspersky has revealed new data on the environmental impact of blocking crypto miners, saying it prevented more than 200-million attempts at illegal crypto mining in 2022 - and in the process saved the possible energy equivalent of up...
These are the best online games to earn cryptocurrency
Crypto gambling experts ,Cryptogambling.tv, has conducted a study using data from Google Keyword Planner to reveal the most popular games to earn cryptocurrency based on monthly search volume from the past 12 months. Taking first place is Axie Infinity, with an...
Top tech companies gain more than $2,4trn in Q1
The technology sector continues to be a driving force behind global economic growth and, despite the ongoing challenges posed by geopolitical issues and interest rate hikes, the global top 25 technology companies gained more than $2,4-trillion in valuation in the...
Crypto in the UK growing faster than anywhere else
The global crypto market is expected to gross $37,8-billion in revenue this year - 105% more than in 2022 - and almost half of that value will come from the the world's largest crypto market, the US. Although the US market accounts for the largest share of global...
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ADATA debuts D8000L Power Bank and LED Light Source
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IFS adds mixed reality with Microsoft HoloLens
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Kaspersky partners with Redington in East Africa
Kaspersky Lab has announced a partnership agreement with Redington, which will see the company becoming an authorised distributor of Kaspersky Lab's corporate security solutions across East Africa. The partnership will also support Kaspersky Lab's enterprise growth...
Gemato offers biometrics, machine learning
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WebAfrica launches LTE at Home
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Procurement vetting pitfalls to avoid
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Sage launches payroll, invoicing in Nigeria
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Shadow IT: cause for concern or business enabler?
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HP debuts pocket-sized printer
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Web Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
ENVIRONMENT:A Health Tech Solutions company in Pretoria is seeking a Web Developer skilled in various web development languages to create responsive and adaptive user interfaces for both internal and public-facing web applications. The company's websites and...
Senior Software Developer
Purpose of the role As a Senior Software Developer with extensive experience in various programming languages, the individual will contribute to the creation, deployment, and oversight of technology-centric software solutions. They will be responsible for developing...
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Clarify business requirements and translating the requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria. Assist with the mapping of User journeys. Create relevant user stories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams comprised of product management, / UX, technology,...
Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Strijdompark
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Senior Project Manager (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Immersive Business Design Solutions seeks the expertise of a Senior Project Manager to join its Operations Division where you will take charge of managing client expectations around delivery and team resourcing. You will serve as the...
Business Process Analyst (Cape Town and USA)
ENVIRONMENT:Join our client as a Business Process Champion! They are on the lookout for a talented and experienced Business Process Analyst to play a vital role in their Business Process and Improvements portfolio. The right candidate will be a process-oriented...
Senior Project Manager (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Claremont
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Immersive Business Design Solutions seeks the expertise of a Senior Project Manager to join its Operations Division where you will take charge of managing client expectations around delivery and team resourcing. You will serve as the...
Business Process Analyst (Cape Town and USA) – Western Cape Cape Town
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