PCs, smartphones buckle under high memory costs
Soaring memory costs are projected to drive worldwide PC shipments to decline 10,4% and smartphone shipments to drop by 8,4% in 2026, compared to 2025 levels, according to Gartner. Gartner estimates a 130% surge in combined DRAM and solid-state drive (SSD) prices by...
Manufacturing stabilises as PMI holds steady
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) remained just below the neutral 50-point mark, following January’s strong rebound. While the index can be volatile month to month, recent readings indicate that the sharp contraction at the end of 2025 has...
As AI transforms entrepreneurship, more support will be crucial
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how entrepreneurs in developing countries start, manage and grow their businesses, a new publication from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights. Micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and...
Capital discipline, AI scale-up and tariff-driven rebalancing set the agenda for 2026
Corporate strategy in 2025 reached a clear inflection point as companies shifted from expansion-led playbooks to a defensibility-first approach, prioritising resilience, execution, and policy-aware capital allocation, according to GlobalData. Analysis from the...
Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU expands desktop memory options
The Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU is now generally available, bringing robust agentic and generative AI capabilities powered by the Nvidia Blackwell architecture to more desktops and professionals. The new GPU configuration offers AI developers, data...
Users embrace a more secure digital life
Around the world, more people are taking control of their digital security. A recent Kaspersky study shows that cybersecurity solutions have become increasingly popular, with the number of users globally exceeding 90% among surveyed participants in 2025. This...
Apple to drive big growth in foldable smartphones
Worldwide foldable smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 10% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 20,6-million units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. The new foldable iPhone from Apple, alongside Samsung’s...
IBM and Pearson collaborate on AI-powered learning tools
IBM and Pearson have announced a global partnership to build new personalised learning products powered by AI for businesses, public organisations and educational institutions. Recent research from Pearson found that inefficient career transitions and skills...
UCT study unlocks secrets of Martian volcanoes
A study from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Department of Geological Sciences that used Martian meteorite to understand the volcanic process on Mars has been published in the journal Nature Communications Earth and Environment. Martian meteorite are rare rocks...
Blending human strengths with AI intelligence key for customer service
As the customer service landscape rapidly evolves, customer service and support leaders are focusing on how AI can help advance their priorities for 2026 and beyond. From enhancing customer experience to improving operational efficiency, leaders are looking to go...
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Qlik announces close of significant investment
Qlik has announced the close of a previously disclosed significant minority investment led by a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). As part of the transaction, software investment firm Thoma Bravo remains Qlik’s majority owner and has...
Belgium Campus ITversity partners with UIPath
Belgium Campus iTversity has partnered with UiPath to advance its training capabilities in software automation and AI. By becoming an UiPath Academic Alliance member, the education institution will access UiPath’s automation and AI curricula. Dr Jannie Zaaiman, CE of...
AfriGIS platform aims to tackle water issues
AfriGIS has launched Resolve Water, a digital platform designed to tackle Africa’s growing water and climate risks. The platform will empower the private sector to turn water challenges into actionable opportunities by providing real-time, context-specific data that...
DGSA warns of high risks for SA collaboration
The Directors Guild of South Africa (DGSA) has expressed concern over US President Donald Trump’s proposed 100% tariffs on foreign films entering the US, warning that the move could have severe repercussions for South Africa’s film and television industry. While the...
Qlik adds new analytics migration tool
Qlik has announced the acquisition of the Qloud Cover Migration technology from Stretch Qonnect, a long-standing Qlik Elite Solution Provider. The automated solution, to be branded as the Qlik Analytics Migration Tool, eliminates the complexity of migrating from...
Meta launches anti-scam initiative
Meta has announced a new wave of tools, tips, and partnerships to help people around the world recognise and avoid online investment and payment scams, which continue to evolve in scale and sophistication. Scammers often contact people by email, social media, texts or...
Groceries, FMCG the next big opportunity for e-commerce
Grocery and FMCG e-commerce represents a massive growth opportunity for South African retailers at a time when consumers are more aware than ever of the cumulative effect of inflation on their cost of living and are becoming increasingly intentional in their...
Sustainable opportunities for SA businesses
The majority of South African electricity is generated through fossil fuels, particularly coal, contributing to the rapid warming of the planet, extreme weather patterns, rising sea levels, and unprecedented harm to the natural world. “While this creates challenges,...
Trend Micro delivers AI-powered threat detection
Trend Micro has announced new AI-powered threat detection capabilities designed specifically for enterprises embracing AI at scale. This effort brings together Trend’s deep security expertise with Nvidia accelerated computing and Nvidia AI Enterprise software,...
Audio Overviews now include Swahili, Afrikaans
Google is expanding access to Audio Overviews, which transform documents into engaging, podcast-style conversations, to over 50 languages — including Swahili and Afrikaans. NotebookLM is an AI-powered learning assistant that helps users better understand complex...
IT Support – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown
Our client, a leading speciality chemical Manufacturing company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of IT Support / Assistant. Purpose of the Role:To ensure all activities with regards to IT are handled in a professional timeous manner with accuracy. Key...
Project Manager
The Project Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality finance-related system projects, ensuring objectives and business requirements are metKey ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of multiple high-impact finance systems projects across business areas.Apply...
Senior Applications Engineer
Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Applications Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The ideal candidate should have experience in the Food manufacturing industry. Minimum Requirements: MatricBachelor of Science or Bachelor of Technology in...
Project Manager – Gauteng Sandton
The Project Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality finance-related system projects, ensuring objectives and business requirements are metKey ResponsibilitiesManage the delivery of multiple high-impact finance systems projects across business areas.Apply...
Senior Applications Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Applications Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The ideal candidate should have experience in the Food manufacturing industry. Minimum Requirements: MatricBachelor of Science or Bachelor of Technology in...
Senior SQL Developer
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:To work with the proposition, operations, change and development teams to...
Data Scientist
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our client based in Sandton on a permanent hybrid role.What you will be doing:Analyse complex datasets...
Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:To work with the proposition, operations, change and development teams to...
Data Scientist – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Scientist to join our client based in Sandton on a permanent hybrid role.What you will be doing:Analyse complex datasets...
Project Manager
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Project Manager.Qualification:BTech degree in Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 13 years' experience in engineering and construction project managementBEng/MTech degree in Engineering or a related...
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