Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

SA is an attractive prospect for digital nomads

As digital nomads seek destinations that balance affordability with infrastructure, South Africa has emerged as one of the most financially advantageous locations for remote workers. This is according to a study by financial services provider Nebeus that highlights...

BETI starts 2025 on a subdued note

The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), which tracks the value of all electronic transactions cleared through BankservAfrica at seasonally adjusted real prices, saw a slight rebound in 2024 following negative growth in 2023. Showing sideways movement in...

IT leads prepare for possibility of grid failure

CIOs and IT leaders are under pressure to prepare their organisations for the possibility of extended load shedding or a complete grid failure, however few would be able to sustain business as usual through extended power outages. This emerged during a high-level...

Telkom considers acquisition bid

Telkom has confirmed that it has received an unsolicited non-binding indicative letter from the Afrifund Investments for the acquisition of a controlling stake in Telkom. Afrifund Investments is a consortium led by former Telkom CEO Sipho Maseko, comprising Axian...

Retirement trends shift as life expectancy increases

Life expectancy increased from an average of 48 to 73 years between 1950 and 2019 and the United Nations forecasts further increases, estimating that global average life expectancy will reach about 81 years by 2100. Longer lifespans are causing individuals,...

Intel expands market opportunities

IDC has issued a study providing a look at the steps Intel is taking to reposition the company to provide solutions that supply larger, higher-growth markets. The industry research firm's analysis shows Intel has increased its serviceable addressable market (SAM) by...

FedEx deploys zero-tailpipe emission EVs

FedEx Express has deployed the first 10 electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa as part of its goal to transform its entire global pickup and delivery fleet to zero-emission electric vehicles by 2040. To achieve this, FedEx Express will purchase 50% of its new...

META region among top mobile financial scam targets

Throughout 2022 and the first quarter of 2023, 14% of installs of potentially unwanted mobile financial apps on Android phones were made by users in the Middle East, Turkiye, Africa (META) region. META ranks third among the world regions behind APAC and LATAM in terms...

Enterprise shifts to cloud-friendly security alternatives

The global market for virtual- and software-as-a-service(SaaS)-based network security solutions achieved its 20th consecutive quarter of sequential revenue growth in 1Q 2023. According to a report from Dell'Oro Group, the pace of year-over-year (Y/Y) revenue growth...

Instagram growing faster than TikTok and Facebook

Although Facebook and TikTok convincingly lead in the number of users, Instagram, as the third-largest platform in the social media space, is definitely the most rapidly evolving. Instagram's user growth has been consistent over the past years and shows no signs of...

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Dalkom, Intelsat to expand broadband, media options

Dalkom Somalia has signed an agreement with Intelsat for satellite services that will expand its broadband enterprise and direct-to-home (DTH) services in East and Central Africa and the Middle East. Under a multi-year agreement, Dalkom, a privately owned operator...

Growing appeal for new smartphone brands

Chinese smartphone manufacturers are driving sales with their competitively priced, high quality smartphones equipped with innovative features. The shift in buyer preference is positively affecting Chinese manufacturers in their strategy to build desirable features at...

Citrix Receiver is ready for Windows 10 S

Just recently, Microsoft unveiled the Windows 10 S, which offers significant benefits in simplicity, security and cost effectiveness, opening up many possibilities for businesses. Citrix Receiver is ready for Windows 10 S, so when the devices with Windows 10 S come...

What’s the future of IoT?

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been described as the anchor of the 21st century industrial revolution that will connect everything around us while increasing productivity and efficiency. Predictions estimate the growth of the IoT will reach 50-billion objects by...

Trends in retail payments

Every month, South African retailers receive billions of Rands in payments from their customers. Behind the scenes, payments technology plays a critical role at retailers, ensuring a fast and smooth shopping experience for consumers. It's a crucial part of our...

Leave disaster recovery to the experts

With technological innovations on the rise and hardware and software becoming more complex as a result, the tasks associated with the upkeep of IT operations have become more time-consuming as well. Rather than giving their IT department more resources to address...

IOX, Alcatel deploy Mauritius cable

Mauritius-based IOX Cable and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), part of Nokia, have signed a turnkey agreement for the deployment of the IOX Cable System, which will increase the availability of ultra-high speed broadband services and reinforce Mauritius as a...

Integrated asset management, ERP reduces risk for utilities

Africa's energy utilities are under enormous pressure to efficiently meet growing demand for power from businesses and consumers, while managing a range of security, safety, regulatory and environmental concerns. They are being asked to do more with less--to squeeze...

CA Technologies leads in project portfolio management

CA Technologies has been positioned by Gartner in the Leaders quadrant of the "Magic Quadrant for Project Portfolio Management, Worldwide". The report evaluated CA Project & Portfolio Management (CA PPM), and positioned CA Technologies highest in the Leaders...

What PoPI means for business risk and compliancy

The Protection of Personal Information (PoPI) Act has been a topic of interest for some time and businesses and the general public alike pondered when it would be in effect, how long it would take to be relevant and who would oversee the process as Information...

iOS Developer

Join a Tech Savvy team in Pretoria as an iOS Developer, where you'll be key in maintaining and enhancing cutting-edge platforms. You'll ensure clean, scalable, and accurate code, while providing iOS best practice guidance across the company. This role also offers the...

PHP Developer

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PHP, along with front-end development skills in HTML, Bootstrap, CSS, and JavaScript. Proficiency in charting frameworks such as [URL Removed] and backend technologies like MySQL is essential. The role requires working...

BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

iOS Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Join a Tech Savvy team in Pretoria as an iOS Developer, where you'll be key in maintaining and enhancing cutting-edge platforms. You'll ensure clean, scalable, and accurate code, while providing iOS best practice guidance across the company. This role also offers the...

PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PHP, along with front-end development skills in HTML, Bootstrap, CSS, and JavaScript. Proficiency in charting frameworks such as [URL Removed] and backend technologies like MySQL is essential. The role requires working...

BI Consultant at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

Data Visualisation analyst

Discover data by applying data discovery mechanisms to establish the data sets within the organisation Desired Skills: Analysis and problem solving Effective Communication Planning And Organising Service and stakeholder focus Conceptual thinking Desired Work...

Senior Java Backend Developer (Stellenbosch Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:BUILD state-of-the-art, performant, scalable & maintainable Backend Services and APIs as the next Senior Java Backend Developer sought by a rapidly growing FinTech company. You will join a highly driven, entrepreneurial and collaborative team where you...

IT Officer

Job Title: IT Officer The company is seeking an IT Officer who will be responsible for the support of IT services to company staff Science Operations Centre (SOC) South Africa and beyond. To manage technical assistance and support on the company desktop computing...

Data Visualisation analyst – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Discover data by applying data discovery mechanisms to establish the data sets within the organisation Desired Skills: Analysis and problem solving Effective Communication Planning And Organising Service and stakeholder focus Conceptual thinking Desired Work...

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