Can organisations keep up with the rise of AI models?
In the AI gold rush era, where new large language models (LLMs) and other AI solutions emerge almost weekly, modern organisations are increasingly eager to employ machine learning. With the recent appearance of DeepSeek-R1 and Alibaba’s Qwen2.5-Max models, which have...
Positive trends for IT distribution revenues
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Distributor Revenues grew 2,3% year-over-year, landing at $21,4-billion, but this solid end to the year was not enough to outweigh weaker sales in earlier quarters, and 2024 ended down 1,1% year-over-year according to the International...
Dell Technologies launches full APEX suite in South Africa
Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) announces that Dell APEX Data Storage Services is now available in South Africa. Dell’s APEX as-a-Service hyperconverged, storage and data protection solutions are powered by Intel hardware. A recent survey conducted by Enterprise...
SA CEOs optimistic despite economic decline
A majority of CEOs in South Africa are anticipating a decline in economic growth over the next 12 months. This presents challenges for businesses, the government and individuals, necessitating cautious and adaptable strategies. These are insights from South African...
Intel advances silicon spin qubit research
Intel has released its newest quantum research chip, Tunnel Falls, a 12-qubit silicon chip, and it is making the chip available to the quantum research community. In addition, the chip-maker is collaborating with the Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) at the...
Quantum powers past traditional supercomputing
IBM has announced a new breakthrough, published on the cover of the scientific journal Nature, demonstrating for the first time that quantum computers can produce accurate results at a scale of 100+ qubits reaching beyond leading classical approaches. One of the...
Change food choices to help tackle global warming
Action to protect the planet against the impact of climate change will fall short unless we reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the global food system, which now makes up a third of man-made GHG emissions, a new study reveals. The largest emission increase...
Why public WiFi networks are not a safe choice
Do we really know what is behind the technology of cell phones and routers? A Forbes study shows how 35% of North Americans access public WiFi networks three to four times a day - which has caused 40% of them to have had their information compromised at some point....
Consumers choose safety over self-driving technology
Car buyers understand and want advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) features that provide safer driving - and they expect them to be standard in new luxury and mainstream vehicles. But the same feelings do not apply when ADAS is applied to autonomous driving...
Major brand update for new Intel processors
Intel has introduced a significant update to its client compute branding with the launch of the new Intel Core Ultra and Intel Core processor brands. The new client branding begins with Intel's upcoming Meteor Lake processors. "Our client roadmap demonstrates how...
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Silvertree Internet gets $15m investment
Cape Town-based Silvertree Internet Holdings has reached the milestone of over $15-million (approximately R200-million) channeled into African consumer-focused technology companies since inception in 2014. The portfolio has achieved an average >200% annual revenue...
PayU Subscription launches in Nigeria
PayU Nigeria has introduced PayU Subscription, a convenient payment method which allows merchants to safely and securely collect payments from consumers who have recurring bills or subscription payments in a seamless way. PayU Nigeria country manager Juliet Nwanguma...
Red Hat acquires Permabit Assets
Red Hat has acquired the assets and technology of Permabit Technology, a provider of software for data deduplication, compression and thin provisioning. With the addition of Permabit’s data deduplication and compression capabilities, Red Hat will be able to better...
SAP Africa appoints new head of education
SAP Africa has announced the appointment of Goutam Dev as its new head of education for Africa. Dev, who has been with the enterprise services leader since 2005, has held various leadership roles in services, sales, strategy, and general management across a range of...
TerraPay money transfers for Uganda
TerraPay has successfully obtained an approval from Bank of Uganda to facilitate International money transfers to mobile wallets in the country. This enables TerraPay’s network partners across the world to send money directly to mobile wallets in Uganda. arlier,...
HP elite Slice available from DCC
HP’s Elite Slice, the company’s smallest desktop built for communication and collaboration, is now available to the South African channel from official distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC).The HP Elite Slice features a striking matte black design with copper...
What SA firms need to know about the GDPR and POPI
In remaining compliant with new data protection legislation, companies can generate even greater value from their data, says Cleo Becker, regional counsel sub-Saharan Africa: Middle East, Pakistan, Turkey and Israel for Hitachi Data Systems. The conversation around...
Vodacom Tanzania all set to list
Vodacom Tanzania as received approval from the Capital Markets & Securities Authority (CMSA) in Tanzania to proceed with an initial public offering (IPO). The company will list 560 000 100 new shares, equating to 25% of the post-offering issued share capital) at a...
Goldsmiths at the heart of data-driven business
Niral Patel, MD of Oracle South Africa, discusses the role people, data and machines must play in forming the data-driven businesses of tomorrow. Data, as a raw material with a recognised value, is often likened to gold. Just as prospectors once crossed continents in...
Strong digital leadership drives Africa’s transformation
Digital isn't just about technologies, it's about changing mindsets, writes Richard van Wageningen, vice-president: IMEAR region at Orange Business Services. The most well thought out digital transformation strategy will fail if employees are ill-prepared. Strong...
Data Analyst
Job Title: Data AnalystLocation: Fourways, JohannesburgContract type: PermanentHybrid We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst with 3-5 years of experience to join our team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data...
DBA Programme Coordinator at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
CORE FUNCTIONS • Liaise with prospective DBA students, advising on inter-alia, programme structure, programme costs and admission requirements• Coordinate admissions and selections processes and liaise with the admissions and selections committee. • Arrange and...
IT Risk Manager – Remote Remote
The role of IT Risk Manager resides in the Governance, Risk and Business Engagement function of the company Technology that is responsible for Governance and IT Risk Management within the company. The IT Risk Manager will be actively involved in defining, implementing...
Data Analyst – Gauteng Fourways
Job Title: Data AnalystLocation: Fourways, JohannesburgContract type: PermanentHybrid We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst with 3-5 years of experience to join our team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data...
Business Systems Analyst
Business and Systems Analysis Business Process Analysis Assist with new solutions and designs Minimum Requirements:Matric / Tertiary Qualification5 Years Business Systems Analysis experience Process Analysis experience essential Experience working in an Agile...
PHP Web Developer
As a Business Web developer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless data flow within Business. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain robust data pipelines.Your expertise will contribute to the success of our...
Data Analyst
Our client is seeking a Data Analyst to join their financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-month contract role. Key Requirements Completed IT/BSc degree or related field. 3 years' experience as a Technical Data Analyst / Data Analyst. Profata Profiling...
Business Systems Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Business and Systems Analysis Business Process Analysis Assist with new solutions and designs Minimum Requirements:Matric / Tertiary Qualification5 Years Business Systems Analysis experience Process Analysis experience essential Experience working in an Agile...
PHP Web Developer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
As a Business Web developer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless data flow within Business. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain robust data pipelines.Your expertise will contribute to the success of our...
Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a Data Analyst to join their financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-month contract role. Key Requirements Completed IT/BSc degree or related field. 3 years' experience as a Technical Data Analyst / Data Analyst. Profata Profiling...
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