ESG will remain core focus in tech
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) remains an issue of strategic importance to the tech industry, despite ongoing fragmentation by geography and company culture, with the election of Donald Trump as the US president accelerating a period of short-term...
Quantum computing is coming for Web3
IT leaders are doubling down on the need for robust Web3 strategies to cover both the opportunities and threats it poses as the digital landscape rapidly evolves. A global study conducted by Naoris Protocol found that 58% of IT directors deem a robust Web3 strategy to...
Dell, Nvidia debut Project Helix for secure, on-premises generative AI
Dell Technologies and Nvidia have announced a joint initiative to make it easier for businesses to build and use generative AI models on premises to quickly and securely deliver better customer service, market intelligence, enterprise search, and a range of other...
IT, business services to stay resilient
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...
Massive growth forecast for AR/VR
According to International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Augmented and Virtual Reality Spending Guide, European augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) spending will reach $1,1-billion and $3,4-billion, respectively, in 2023. By 2027, AR/VR spending will...
VMware does its SA partners proud
By Mark Davison - Due to various reasons we're all familiar with, It's been a while since they last held them - but last night at The Roof in Bryanston, VMware hosted the event of the channel calendar so far when it recognised its top partners at its WeConnect awards....
SA entrepreneurs good at grabbing opportunities, but challenges abound
Small business owners in South Africa have no shortage of entrepreneurial spirit and grit, and most are building multiple businesses without help. But the two major challenges standing in the way of their growth in 2023 is lack of access to funding and the impact of...
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...
More News Today
Pension fund investment key to equality
Romeo Makhubela, CEO at Novare Actuaries & Consultants, shares his thoughts on the important role that pension fund provisions play in economic development and the importance of long-term saving investments for South Africans. As the cog that keeps the economy...
Defining your cyber resilience philosophy
Neil Murray, chief technology officer of Mimecast asks what cyber resilience means to you. The answer will surely vary across industries. And, to some, the term might not mean anything at all. In fact, according to new research from Vanson Bourne, not enough...
Red Hat and Tate in open collaboration
Alessandro Perilli, GM: management strategy at Red Hat, talks about how Red Hat is supporting the Tate Exchange program at Tate Modern. You might wonder what a champion of open source software has in common with a champion of arts and culture. Quite a lot, as it...
Samsung Galaxy S8 has Gemalto secure smart chip
Gemalto embedded Secure Element (eSE), a smart chip with a secure OS and applications, will soon be integrated into the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S8 in selected markets. It has been embedded in other Samsung smartphones including the Galaxy A series globally...
Innovation, education key for Industrie 4.0
The Fourth Industrial Revolution, or Industrie 4.0, is forever changing the world of manufacturing and automation. To keep pace with global trends, South Africa must invest in education and innovation, experts say. Speaking ahead of the Africa Automation Fair and...
The real value of big data
Greg Pritchett, MD of Marval Software, discusses how data is growing - and how big data can help companies deal with it. Today, data is growing faster than ever before. 2,2-million terabytes of data are created every day, of which about 10% is structured data. We send...
One Channel Namibia warns of security gap
Ransomware has emerged as the most serious malware threat of the 21st century, with criminals projected to extort billions from their victims in 2017. Acronis partner One Channel Namibia warns that with the help of a hard-drive-encrypting virus, cyber criminals force...
More threats for IP access control
When it comes to security, everything has moved to IP, from access control to CCTV systems. Organisations are actively leveraging the advantages - like integration, advanced features and greater intelligence - that digital technologies bring. As technology costs...
African data centre investment ramps up
Large scale data centre investment opportunities are increasing in sub-Saharan Africa as key commercial hubs benefit from the critical combination of high quality international backbone infrastructure (subsea cable) connectivity and mushrooming local demand for data,...
Konica Minolta SA adds flexibility to automated workflows
Konica Minolta South Africa is complementing its comprehensive product portfolio with new software solutions for varied office and production printing applications, providing seamless integrated solutions for all business areas. "Office technologies have advanced,...
Senior Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions
Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with specialized expertise in Generative AI to join our team and help lead the implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions for a large retail customer. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional...
Full Stack Developer C# at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand
Introduction We are seeking a skilled Full Stack C# Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, and developing applications and services using C# and modern web technologies. If you are passionate about coding, solving problems,...
Project Manager (Construction) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client within the Tourism and Hospitality industry is looking for a Project Manager to join their team. This role will involve: Manage the activities and resources allocated to assigned projects.Administer and execute projects within costs, quality and...
IT Support Specialist (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:CONDUCT regular checks on network and data security while ensuring the repair & maintenance of hardware and software as the next IT Support Specialist wanted by a dynamic Distributor in the Automotive Industry. You will also be responsible for the...
Oracle DBA – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Is Oracle Your Playground? We're looking for an Oracle DBA who can tune databases to perfection and troubleshoot with ninja-like precision. If database security, stability, and scalability are your specialties, apply now and let's keep our data running like a...
.Net Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Calling All .Net Wizards! Do you dream in C# and live for clean code? We need a .Net Developer to cast their magic on our projects and turn requirements into reliable solutions. If you're ready to code like a pro and debug like a ninja, apply now and let's create...
Senior Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist with specialized expertise in Generative AI to join our team and help lead the implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions for a large retail customer. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional...
Technical Coordinator
Minimum Requirements Diploma in electronics Management Training10 years' experience in electronics (hardware and software) and IT (hardware, networksand software)3 - 5 years' experience in a leadership Knowledge of company productGood computer skills (Microsoft...
Senior Project Manager
Responsible for managing projects within the project governance frameworkStakeholder Management Delivers the required outcomes for each project Ensures that quality is achieved as planned Minimum Requirements:Matric / Grade 12Revelant Degree or IT Qualification...
Senior PHP Developer
ENVIRONMENTMOVE incredibly fast with continuous deployment to build a vibrant but complex application of a global leader in Medical Litigation Automation seeking your coding expertise and strong leadership to be its next Senior Backend PHP Developer.You will...
View more career listings on our Careers Section