Financial accountability, agentic AI, small language models shape AI trends
The artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is evolving at a rapid pace. The key issues organisations face in 2025 include greater financial accountability, Agentic AI, domain-specific and small language models, and best practices to promote scalability, according to...
Allianz pegs cybersecurity as top risk
Cyber incidents such as data breaches or ransomware attacks, and IT disruptions, such as the CrowdStrike incident, are the biggest worry for companies globally in 2025, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. Once again, business interruption is also a main concern...
ITU targets $100bn to accelerate global digitalisation
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has issued a global appeal looking to increase the value of pledges for digitalising the world from the current $30-billion to $100-billion by 2026. The appeal by the United Nations specialised agency for information and...
SA a magnet for fake luxury items … avoid being fooled
Just as you thought it was safe to slip your feet into your favourite Gucci loafers, check your various credit and loyalty cards in your Louis Vuitton wallet, and venture out to your favourite bistro for an espresso or cappuccino ... it might be time to check them...
Market for battery management systems set to soar
The global battery management system market is expected to reach $31,27-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 23,4% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. The rising adoption of battery management systems (BMS) in applications such as...
Investing in safe surgery could cut costs and save lives in developing nations
Investing in developing systems of safe surgery to reduce Surgical Site Infection (SSI) will help to reduce the financial burden on health services in low- and middle-Income countries (LMIC), according to a new study. Analysing inpatient resource use in India, Ghana,...
Young SA scientists awarded at Indonesia science competition
A group of young scientists from South Africa were awarded after successfully showcasing their scientific research at the Grand Final of the Indonesia International Science, Technology and Engineering Competition (ISTEC) in Bali. The four learners, who were all...
SA innovators in line for Africa Education Medal 2023
Two South Africans, Grace Matlhape and Mary Metcalfe, have been named as Top 10 finalists for the Africa Education Medal 2023. The Africa Education Medal, founded last year by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft, was established to recognise the...
Communication tech vital to sustainable grids
A white paper released by Huawei and IDC has underlined how significant communication technologies will be in building the sustainable, carbon neutral energy grids of the future. The white paper, titled "On Electric Power Communication All-Optical Network,...
Experts agree technology is key to continent’s just energy transition
During the keynote session on the second day of Enlit Africa yesterday (17 May 2023), energy experts from across the continent agreed that technology is key to the continent's just energy transition. Africa's just energy transition ambitions are being tested in the...
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Businesses should get ready for the world of IoT
Simon Carpenter, chief technology advisor at SAP Africa, asks: Is your business ready for the day everything has a sensor? One day in the very near future, we will wonder how we ever survived in a world full of 'stupid' devices. From washing machines to lights to...
Netgear expands Business Essentials Series switches
In a bid to assist users of growing businesses and home offices to plan for future needs, Netgear has expanded its GS300 Business Essentials Series of Gigabit Ethernet unmanaged switches with the addition of a new 48-port switch and a new Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)...
Infrastructure sharing delivers Internet for all
Access to the Internet is often seen as the last hurdle in bridging the ever-present digital divide. While technology itself has become ubiquitous and increasingly affordable, Internet access remains out of reach for an estimated four billion people worldwide,...
Financial firms need security that keeps pace with disruption
Financial institutions are typically large, complex entities. They have one key requirement when it comes to security - the solutions they select have to last the distance. This means they need to be able to evolve rapidly, integrate easily with other systems, and be...
Canon expands monochrome print portfolio
Canon Europe has launched its new varioPRINT 140 series of production printers, delivering productivity gains compared with previous devices. The new varioPRINT 140 is capable of printing 143 images per minute in both simplex and duplex modes, making it the fastest...
IBM wins VMware innovation award
IBM has won the VMware 2016 Global System's Outsourcer Partner Innovation Award. "VMware is pleased to recognise this year's Global Partner Innovation Award winners, which are given to a select group of partners for their exceptional efforts in 2016," says Ross Brown,...
TomTom debuts new Touch Cardio fitness tracker
TomTom has announced a new addition to its industry-leading range of wearables: the TomTom Touch Cardio. “The TomTom Touch is the ideal entry-level fitness tracker for those looking to ramp up their fitness routine,” says Chantal Grobler, country manager of TomTom....
AI: the good, the bad and the unknown
I hit a bird with my car the other day. I felt terrible. I don't know why I felt that way. Some people might not be at all affected by the death of a bird. Why is that? What makes us respond the way we do in certain situations? What makes us think and act the way we...
Connected cars: from here to autonomy
F5 looks at the most critical enabler of the self-driving vision: securing the vehicle and the connected car platform South African consumers' great love affair with the automobile is set to grow ever more passionate, as an array of new technologies start rapidly...
Successful cyber-resilience relies on executive sponsorship
Business is now almost entirely dependent on digital platforms, and cannot function if their ICT systems are impacted or attacked. So, in order to build a resilient business, cyber resilience needs special attention especially from executives. "If the lead does not...
Front End Developer (React & TypeScript) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy Solutions seeks the coding expertise of a Front End Developer with at least 6 years' experience in developing web applications using React and TypeScript who will assist with the...
Dot Net Core developers – Gauteng Bedfordview
Senior Backend Developers ( 5 years min exp) and Intermediate Backend developers ( 3 years min exp) This position focuses on scaling large systems using a microservice approach. Experience with Linux is advantageous and will complement your expertise in building and...
Technology Architect – Gauteng Pretoria
Gijima Staffing Solutions is responding to a tender: We are seeking a Technology Architect who will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing technology infrastructure solutions aligned with the university's goals. The role requires a strong grasp of...
Digital Account Manager/Web Strategist (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a forward-thinking Digital Agency urgently seeking a highly skilled & client-centric Digital Account Manager. Your core role will be to manage client relationships, develop strategic marketing plans, oversee campaign execution, and...
Junior UI/UX Designer (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:AN exciting position is available for a talented Junior UI/UX Designer, with a keen eye for detail and beautiful visual aesthetics, wanted by a dynamic provider of sustainable and cost-effective Solar Energy Solutions. You will assist with the development,...
Software Developer (Java / Dephi) TT
Proven experience (8+ years) as a Software Developer or similar role in software development.Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum).Strong knowledge of SQL - Database design, queries, reporting (e.g. MySQL, SQL Server,...
Digital Account Manager/Web Strategist (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Wynberg
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a forward-thinking Digital Agency urgently seeking a highly skilled & client-centric Digital Account Manager. Your core role will be to manage client relationships, develop strategic marketing plans, oversee campaign execution, and...
Junior UI/UX Designer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Century City
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Software Developer (Java / Dephi) TT – Gauteng Pretoria
Proven experience (8+ years) as a Software Developer or similar role in software development.Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum).Strong knowledge of SQL - Database design, queries, reporting (e.g. MySQL, SQL Server,...
Junior IT Support Engineer (Helpdesk Engineer)
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive IT Support Technician to join our Consultancy IT team in Centurion. In this role, you will be the first line of technical support for our end-users, handling helpdesk tickets, and assisting with the ongoing maintenance of our...
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