IT services on the rebound as AI expertise becomes a top priority
In 2025, the value of the top 25 IT services brands has reached $163-billion - with 15 of them increasing their brand values - according to a new report from leading brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance. This growth is driven by more favourable market conditions,...
Crypto exploits account for 40% of blockchain heists
Despite regulatory efforts and significant improvements in blockchain tracking technology, crypto-related crime remains a billion-dollar industry. Although the number of reported crypto cries dropped, crypto criminals have stolen over $1,71-billion in 2024 alone,...
OpenAI execs call for superintelligence oversight
Now is a good time to start thinking about the governance of superintelligence, with future AI systems set to be dramatically more capable than today's systems. This is the word from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, president Greg Brockman and chief scientist Ilya Sutskever,...
PC shipments in MEA decline as demand normalises
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) personal computing device (PCD) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks, workstations, and tablets, experienced a significant year-on-year decline of 13% during the first quarter of 2023, according to the latest industry...
Nvidia, Microsoft drive generative AI for Windows
Generative AI -- in the form of large language model (LLM) applications like ChatGPT, image generators such as Stable Diffusion and Adobe Firefly, and game rendering techniques like Nvidia DLSS 3 Frame Generation -- is ushering in a new era of computing for...
WiFi 6E ready to supercharge Internet speeds
The Independent Communication Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has officially made a large tranche of additional 6E spectrum available to South African users, with immediate effect. By publishing its Amended Radio Frequency Spectrum Regulations 2023 [Annexure B],...
AMD powers fast, energy-efficient supercomputers
AMD EPYC processors and AMD Instinct accelerators continue to be the solutions of choice behind many of the most innovative, green and powerful supercomputers in the world, powering 121 supercomputers on the latest Top500 list. "AMD's mission in high-performance...
Internet users cling to digital superstitions
Kaspersky has analysed what digital superstitions Internet users believe in nowadays and investigated whether there are grounds for these beliefs. According to the global Kaspersky Digital Superstitions survey, the most popular misbelief is that one should not...
Resiliency and growth for European IT, business services spend
Spending on IT and business services in Europe is expected to increase by 5,3% year on year in 2023 to reach $320,8-billion. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the 2023-2027 period is forecast to be 5,6% for the Western Europe (WE) and 5,8% for Central and...
Thousands of SA bank cards exposed on the dark web
Even though banks and other financial institutions do a lot to protect their customers from payment card fraud, criminals still find their way into victims' wallets. New research by NordVPN analysed 6-million stolen payment cards found on the dark web. Two in three...
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Cisco adds Italtel’s enterprise SDN application
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Enterprise risk management for attracting investors
Investors are navigating an economic climate where global communication is perpetuated on a plethora of social media platforms, where consumers have the final say and a brand name can be tarnished in a matter of minutes thanks to the power of citizen journalism and...
Are the consequences of non-compliance worth the risk?
Countless local and international regulations that govern every business operation are put in place to ensure that commercial entities act in a reasonable and responsible manner. But with the abundance and complexity of regulations, and the fact that they change...
Endpoint lifecycle management from DiData
Dimension Data launched a set of endpoint lifecycle management services, and dedicated Apple practice to help companies deliver an anywhere, anytime mobile experience for apps, voice, and collaboration on iOS devices. Leveraging Dimension Data's global footprint, the...
UCT Properties & Services improves project management
Founded in 1829, the University of Cape Town (UCT) has a proud tradition of academic excellence and effecting social change and development. The university employs more than 5,000 staff members across six faculties, including Engineering and the Built Environment,...
Digital retail a double-edged sword
South African retailers have long lagged their counterparts in the US and Europe in terms of embracing new digital channels to improve business operations and marketing. However, they are now moving to catch up amid an increasingly competitive environment and demands...
Time for CIOs to be more pioneering
CIOs are struggling to come to grips with a world changing at an exceptional pace - this was the picture that was painted at the recent IDC CIO Summit 2017 series that took place in Johannesburg, South Africa and Lagos, Nigeria. Customers now expect much more -...
Tindall is chief operating officer at Rain
Gareth Tindall has been appointed as chief operating officer of newly-launched Rain, effective 1 June 2017. "Rain is a collaboration of the smartest minds who have been working tirelessly over the past few years to make an LTE-A network a reality, and I look forward...
NetApp aims to lead in hybrid cloud data services
More than two-thirds of CEOs of the 2 000 largest global organizations have identified digital transformation as the centerpiece of their growth and profitability strategies moving forward. To successfully transform, business leaders are recognizing the need for new...
Real-world training from Dynamic Technologies
Dynamic Technologies has established Dynamic DNA as part of its BEE Enterprise Development programme. Dynamic DNA is a 51% black female owned ICT learnership academy, which provides learners with a combination of the theoretical skills and hands-on work experience...
Senior Network Technician (Wits ThirdStream)
Main purpose of the job:Support, implement and maintain all network related activities such as troubleshooting hardware, software and LAN related problemsAdditionally, they will support the company network and be an integral part of new network cabling installations...
Golang Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
ENVIRONMENT:A Health Tech Solution Company based in Pretoria is currently looking for a Golang Developer for Developing and maintaining software products and solutions offered by the company.DUTIES:Lead the application lifecycle (planning, design, development,...
UX Web Designer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performanceareas: Conceptualise high-quality, simple, and user-friendly creative ideas, in collaboration with internal and external clients, in line with the Organisation brand and CI...
Project Manager
Leading international corrosion protection contractor and coatings manufacturer, has a vacancy for a Project Site Manager for 6 month contract period or until the project is completed.The successful candidate must be able to start immediately.No permanent employment...
Embedded Software Developer
Looking for a talented Embedded Software Developer to develop embedded digital communications software components and who understands and can develop in accordance with the international standards and specifications. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...
Project Manager – Free State Clarens
Leading international corrosion protection contractor and coatings manufacturer, has a vacancy for a Project Site Manager for 6 month contract period or until the project is completed.The successful candidate must be able to start immediately.No permanent employment...
Embedded Software Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region
Looking for a talented Embedded Software Developer to develop embedded digital communications software components and who understands and can develop in accordance with the international standards and specifications. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...
Senior Solutions Architect
As a Senior Solutions Architect:You are responsible for leading the design and assisting with the implementation of complex technology solutions that meet current and future business needs.In addition to technology components, solution architecture advises on changes...
IT Support Specialist (Tier 2) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client, with 15+ years of experience, maintains a startup's energy. They prioritise client and staff relationships, fostering innovation and collaboration in an Agile environment. As a Microsoft-aligned organisation with proven Azure capabilities,...
Data Administrator (Wits PHRU)
Main purpose of the job:Assist with data management activities, IoT, wearables devices and consolidation of medical imagery and dataLocation:PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto - JohannesburgKey performance areas:Intermediate REDCap database...
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