We need a new way to measure data centre energy efficiency
Data centres need an upgraded dashboard to guide their journey to greater energy efficiency, one that shows progress running real-world applications. The formula for energy efficiency is simple: work done divided by energy used. Applying it to data centres calls for...
Security risks discovered in in widely used modems
Kaspersky ICS CERT researchers have detected critical vulnerabilities in Cinterion cellular modems, widely deployed in millions of devices and vital to global connectivity infrastructure. The discovery showcases flaws that allow a remote unauthorised attacker to...
Intel oneAPI Tools give Tencent 85% performance boost
Tencent has significantly enhanced the performance of its database hosting service, TencentDB for MySQL. Based on the open source relational database management system MySQL and built on Intel Xeon processors, TencentDB for MySQL increased its performance by using the...
No date yet for new Artemis 1 launch attempt
NASA once again stood now on Satruday's attempted Artemis 1 launch, and has not yet confirmed a date for a new attempt. Engineers were unable to overcome a hydrogen leak in a quick disconnect, an interface between the liquid hydrogen fuel feed line and the Space...
It’s too costly to do nothing about perinatal mental health issues
In South Africa, between 16% and 50% of women during pregnancy and the year after birth will experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. Considering the lifetime impacts of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide on mothers and...
As risk evolves, insurance trends are shifting
The myriad direct and indirect impacts related to the unfolding geopolitical events in Eastern Europe have been profound and are expected to continue as rising commodity prices fuel inflationary pressures, decreased demand dampens global trading and global supply...
Ethereum leads in development projects
Ethereum is maintaining its lead over other projects, with 4 000 monthly active developers indicating a growing interest in building on Ethereum, according to an analysis by BanklessTimes.com. This is a 34% increase from the 2,972 developers figures recorded in 2020....
Conversational AI could slash contact centre agent costs
By 2026, conversational artificial intelligence (AI) deployments within contact centers will reduce agent labour costs by $80-billion, according to Gartner. Worldwide end-user spending on conversational AI solutions within contact centers is forecast to reach...
Challenging conditions will see global PC, tablet shipments decline
Tumultuous times are ahead for the PC and tablet markets according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. Global shipments of traditional PCs are forecast to decline 12,8% in 2022 to...
Neuromorphic computing lets robots learn interactively
Intel Labs, in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Technology and the Technical University of Munich, has introduced a new approach to neural network-based object learning. It specifically targets future applications like robotic assistants that interact with...
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Snode brings advanced cybersecurity to SA
Cyber-intelligence company Snode has launched in South Africa. The company utilises advanced mathematical algorithms, the processing power of learning machines, and predictive analytics; providing real-time intelligence to your business. Snode provides insights into...
SA venture capital company aims to launch local start-ups
Helping start-ups to take off, a group of successful South African entrepreneurs has launched a venture capital (VC) company that doesn't just invest in early stage start-ups, but nurtures them through each phase of their business growth cycle, with the aim of scaling...
Social media liability insurance a must
A study by World Wide Worx and Fuseware has revealed that Facebook is being used by about 13-million South Africans, which is a quarter of the country's population. All these people have the means to write, publish and circulate articles and video recordings faster...
Why are banks struggling with big data?
Financial institutions are ideally positioned to reap a host of benefits from big data, given their access to multiple streams of information, writes Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management. However, most banks are still standing at the edge of the big data wave,...
Veeam aims to dominate Office 365 backup and availability
Last year, more than 205-billion emails were sent each day and this will rise by 5% in 2016, which proves that email remains a cornerstone of modern communications and its importance cannot be underestimated. With this, Veeam Software has announced that initial...
Governments struggle with outdated systems
The legacy of enterprise management systems used by parastatals and State Owned Enterprises (SOE) is renowned for its exorbitant software development and implementation costs as a result of inadequate IT requirement scoping and current legacy solutions pricing...
Digitising customer documents key to transformation
Organisations need to embrace digital processes or risk being left behind by more agile competitors. In a time of tight IT budgets, it would be a mistake to prioritise other projects over digital transformation initiatives because of the advantages to be gained....
SA pays tribute to black business pioneers
On 28 October, black business people of previous decades will reunite to be celebrated by their peers as well as South Africa's current generation of business leaders. The "Tribute to Black Business Pioneers" brings together black business people of the 50s, 60s and...
Lexmark positioned in Leaders category
Lexmark International has been recognised as a Leader in document workflow services by leading IT market research and advisory firm IDC in its IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Document Workflow Services Hardcopy 2016 Vendor Assessment Report. Lexmark has been named a leader...
Cape Town based social enterprise takes on the world
Lumkani, the 2015 South African winner of The Venture, a global competition for social entrepreneurs initiated by luxury whisky producer Chivas Regal, may soon be rolling out its technology in the slums of Bangladesh. Bangladesh is one of the countries with a large...
Developer Consumer Web
REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Degree or DiplomaAt least 2 years of experience working with Angular Working with DevOps or similar would be advantageous Working in an agile environment RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver strategic projects on time, in budget, with the desired...
SKA Mid – Senior Data Analyst at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: The Senior Data Analyst will be responsible for the development of operator procedures and documentation, and for the mentoring and training of the data analyst/operators under their supervision. Key Responsibilities: Manage performance of data...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
IT Tech Support Associate, Chad
Our client is currently seeking a qualified IT Tech Support Associate who will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service across Chad supporting their technology needs. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY & RESPONSIBILITIESTECH SUPPORT (40% time)NETWORK...
Full stack Java Developer (LW1561)
Web and digital project experience advantageous Agile working experience advantageous Development and maintenance of platform/application Review and present the proposed system solution to the IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System Owner Develop...
Developer Consumer Web – Gauteng Centurion
REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Degree or DiplomaAt least 2 years of experience working with Angular Working with DevOps or similar would be advantageous Working in an agile environment RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver strategic projects on time, in budget, with the desired...
SKA Mid – Senior Data Analyst at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: The Senior Data Analyst will be responsible for the development of operator procedures and documentation, and for the mentoring and training of the data analyst/operators under their supervision. Key Responsibilities: Manage performance of data...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
IT Tech Support Associate, Chad – Remote Remote
Our client is currently seeking a qualified IT Tech Support Associate who will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of customer service across Chad supporting their technology needs. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY & RESPONSIBILITIESTECH SUPPORT (40% time)NETWORK...
Full stack Java Developer (LW1561) – Gauteng Midrand
Web and digital project experience advantageous Agile working experience advantageous Development and maintenance of platform/application Review and present the proposed system solution to the IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System Owner Develop...
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