Mobile Web traffic hits new high
After peaking at nearly 60% in mid-2022, mobile web traffic took a downturn throughout 2023, slipping to 53%, a level last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic. However, things changed last year, with more people than ever using mobile devices to browse the web....
Your vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen
Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific...
NASA to test humanoid robot in Australia
NASA’s Valkyrie robot is beginning a new mission half a world away from its home at the agency’s Johnson Space Centre in Houston. As part of a reimbursable Space Act Agreement with Woodside Energy in Perth, Western Australia, NASA plans to use a Valkyrie robot to...
Technology and the future of business
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila - There has never been a more important time to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). "AI is making headlines all over the world," points out Kholiwe Makhohlosi, newly-appointed MD of SAP southern Africa, opening Saphila 2023 in...
Qbot tops global malware table
The Trojan Qbot has been the most prevalent malware so far in 2023, ranking first in five out of the six months to date, says Check Point Software in its latest Global Threat Index for June. Meanwhile, mobile Trojan SpinOk made its way to the top of the malware list...
Massive growth for genomics market
The global genomics market size is expected to reach $94,96-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16,5% in the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for...
Growth in digital wallets transactions driven by advanced services
The total value of digital wallets transactions will rise from $9-trillion in 2023 to $16-trillion in 2028, growth of 77%, according to a new report from Juniper Research. This trend is driven by growth across both developed and developing markets, as the increased...
Helping South Africans save in National Savings Month
South Africans are notoriously poor savers and the nation's household saving ratio dropped to 0% in the fourth quarter of 2022 - actually an improvement over the trend of the past decade which has been largely negative since 2006, dropping to a low of -2% in 2008 and...
‘Buy Meta Stock’ searches skyrocket 390% after Threads launch
Meta's stock increased nearly 4% last week - reaching its highest share price in 18 months - following the launch of the company's Instagram Threads, dubbed the "Twitter Killer" app. A new finding by UK financial services provider CMC Markets reveals that online...
AI, accelerated computing promise faster, more efficient weather predictions
The increased frequency and severity of extreme weather and climate events could take a million lives and cost $1,7-trillion annually by 2050, according to the Munich Reinsurance Company. This underscores a critical need for accurate weather forecasting, especially...
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Over the past four months, more than 4 000 organisations globally have been targeted by cyberattacks which aim to infect their networks, steal data and commit fraud. Many of these companies are leading international names in industries such as oil and gas,...
SA prepares for data protection shake-up
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Acer, Red Bull in content partnership
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How effective is two-factor authentication?
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Avoid disruption by being the disruptor
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HK Express implements Ideagen’s Coruson
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Payroll: defining success in a demanding industry
The payroll environment is not for the faint-hearted. It is demanding, exacting and driven by deadlines. It is a career where mistakes can be expensive and missing a deadline potentially catastrophic. For those who work in this industry it is essential that they...
Don’t drown in operations data
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Tintri extends enterprise cloud platform
Tintri has extended its enterprise cloud platform to Amazon Web Services and IBM Cloud Object Storage. Tintri Cloud Connector enables organisations to integrate their on-premises Tintri enterprise cloud infrastructure with AWS and IBM cloud resources to create hybrid...
Software Engineer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...
Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior who will be tasked with conducting deeper investigations and handling escalated incidents. This role involves collaborating with L1 analysts,...
Electron/React Developer (On-site)
Our client, a supply chain intelligence company specialising in automation and analytics solutions to optimise mining operations, is seeking a skilled Intermediate Electron/React Developer to join their in-office development team in Lonehill, Sandton. The ideal...
Intermediate Full Stack Ruby on Rails Developer (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:A providing of cutting-edge tailored Transport Service Solutions in Joburg seeks an ambitious & talented Intermediate Full Stack Developer with a good command of Mathematics who will be responsible for developing new features and maintaining a healthy...
Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior – Gauteng Pretoria
iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior who will be tasked with conducting deeper investigations and handling escalated incidents. This role involves collaborating with L1 analysts,...
Electron/React Developer (On-site) – Gauteng Lone Hill
Our client, a supply chain intelligence company specialising in automation and analytics solutions to optimise mining operations, is seeking a skilled Intermediate Electron/React Developer to join their in-office development team in Lonehill, Sandton. The ideal...
Intermediate Full Stack Ruby on Rails Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A providing of cutting-edge tailored Transport Service Solutions in Joburg seeks an ambitious & talented Intermediate Full Stack Developer with a good command of Mathematics who will be responsible for developing new features and maintaining a healthy...
Senior Business Analyst
Calling all problem-solving superheroes! We're seeking a Business Analyst to join our team! If you're a mastermind at analysis, identifying trends, and creating solutions, then we need you! Apply now and let's fight the forces of business chaos together!What you'll...
System Administrator at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
Our client based in Rosebank is seeking a highly organized and proactive Risk Management System Coordinator to manage the operational efficiency and data integrity of our custom risk management system, TORAS. This role will involve system configuration, data quality...
Senior Desktop Support Engineer
Desired Skills: Self-starter and self-motivated. Flexible and good teamwork Strong attention to detail Results-oriented Mobile device support Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree About The Employer: Advantageous skills and...
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