Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Women face higher levels of burnout as stress levels climb

South African employers are facing a growing workforce resilience challenge as new data reveals that women are increasingly bearing the burden of workplace stress, burnout and mental health crises. A comprehensive analysis by Lyra Southern Africa of 67 419 Employee...

SA companies are shunning public cloud for AI workloads

South African organisations are shifting AI workloads out of the public cloud faster than their counterparts anywhere else in the world, according to new global research commissioned by Cloudera. The Great AI Re-Architecture Survey, conducted by Wakefield Research...

These are the trends impacting infrastructure and operations

Gartner has highlighted the six trends that will have a significant impact on infrastructure and operations (I&O) for 2025 . “These trends give the opportunity for I&O leaders to identify future skills requirements and seek insights to help meet implementation...

Opportunities and challenges for quantum comms

Quantum communication has seen some big announcements in 2024, with smartphone markets and data centres turning to the technology for secure and robust data security that can be trusted. IDTechEx’s report, “Quantum Communication Market 2024-2034: Technology, Trends,...

The state of Kubernetes security in 2023

Despite Kubernetes still being a relatively young technology, adoption rates have soared over the past several years as the container orchestration platform has become the cornerstone for many digital transformation initiatives. Even as organisations settle in with...

AI now driving the development of autonomous vehicles

Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are moving from virtual tests to early development phases worldwide in commercial spaces like ride-hail services, freight logistics, and mobile retail, says GlobalData, and both consumer and commercial vehicles are leveraging realtime data to...

Sustainability-related trends South Africans are Googling

Google has released data highlighting the top sustainability-related trends in South Africa which showcases the country’s growing interest in environmental issues as locals search for answers to questions and learn more about the pressing concerns of our planet. South...

Mobile money exceeds industry expectations

Mobile money services are growing faster than predicted around the globe as digital services continue to rise in popularity, according to the GSMA’s annual State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2023. The report, published annually by the GSMA and funded by the...

The importance of blockchain to Africa

There is little doubt about the transformational impact of blockchain in Africa, its influence on the welfare of nations, and how it affects the continent's technology standing, according to the second African Blockchain Report 2022 from CV VC and Standard Bank....

Total value locked in decentralised finance leaps

Crypto prices have surged in value over the past four months, causing the total value locked (TVL) in decentralised finance (DeFi) to rise high above the values seen at the end of last year. According to data from BitcoinCasinos.com, the total value locked in DeFi...

The evolution of Lazarus’ DeathNote cluster

Kaspersky recently investigated DeathNote - one of the clusters that belongs to the infamous Lazarus group – and which has transformed dramatically over the years, beginning in 2019 with attacks on cryptocurrency-related businesses worldwide. By the end of 2022, it...

The brands most likely to be used by cybercriminals

Check Point Research’s latest Brand Phishing Report for Q1 2023, which highlights the brands most frequently imitated by cybercriminals, reveals that multinational retail giant Walmart topped the ranking for the quarter, accounting for 16% of all attempts and climbing...

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Incredible Connection opens new brand stores

Incredible Connection has opened two new brand stores - one at the new Springs Mall and one at Ballito Junction. "We have seen a growing need for a store in these regions and we are pleased to be able to bring a new look store to these respective malls," says Craig...

Vertiv identifies 2017 data centre infrastructure trends

Vertiv, formerly Emerson Network Power, today released six data centre infrastructure trends to watch in 2017. "In 2016, global macro trends significantly impacted the industry, with new cloud innovations and social responsibility taking the spotlight," says Giordano...

Data breaches are a part of doing business

Data has become the lifeblood of modern life as everything from room temperatures and health records to banking details and WhatsApp messages are collected and stored. The rapid digital transformation of businesses and services has created an unprecedented amount of...

The cloud is broadening its horizons

Cloud technology is no longer the new kid on the block, writes Jed Hewson, co-founder and joint CEO of 1Stream. It has slowly and steadily infiltrated almost all aspects of our lives, from personal device storage to large-scale enterprise management systems, bringing...

Data ransoms are crippling businesses

Cyber criminals are always on the prowl, analysing online behaviour of users and looking for new opportunities to infect computers. Ransomware is the latest malicious threat that infects computers and blocks access to data until a ransom is paid. One Channel CEO...

How we’re going to win the war on cyber crime

The time has come for the global cyber security community to combine forces and take the fight to cyber criminals. It's no secret that hackers have been sharing information for a long time, says Doros Hadjizenonos, country manager f Check Point South Africa. Greater...

Kaspersky reinforces VMware NSX protection

Kaspersky Lab has released a new version of its virtualisation security solution, Kaspersky Security for Virtualization Agentless. Designed to provide protection within software-defined data centers built on VMware vSphere and VMware NSX, the solution now delivers...

IT predictions for 2017, according to Riverbed

Allan Paton, regional vice -president for UK, Ireland and sub-Saharan Africa at Riverbed, offers the company's trends and predictions for the year ahead. Enterprises move toward a strategic architecture for digital transformation: IDC predicts that, by 2017, 60% of...

Developers can build and host most Alexa skills for free

Amazon has announced a new program that will make it free for tens of thousands of Alexa developers to build and host most Alexa skills using Amazon Web Services (AWS), writes Werner Vogels, chief technology officer at Amazon Web Services. Many Alexa skill developers...

Overtime fraud rife, and ready for a remedy

South Africa has a higher than average rate of overtime fraud owing to limited prevention and detection systems, and a workforce which has become dependent on the financial advantage it offers them, writes Arlene Leggat, a director at the South African Payroll...

Synon Developer

Are you a seasoned RPG Developer with strong Synon experience? We're seeking a talented and motivated Senior Developer to join our growing team. Design, develop implement, and be responsible for ongoing maintenance of the software system.Perform analysis and...

Software Quality Engineer

The Software Quality Engineer will be responsible for design and execution of all manual and automated tests required to ensure excellence in software quality delivered. This position holder will report to the Quality Engineering Manager.Key activities include:Oversee...

DevOps Engineer at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....

Synon Developer – Gauteng Gauteng

Are you a seasoned RPG Developer with strong Synon experience? We're seeking a talented and motivated Senior Developer to join our growing team. Design, develop implement, and be responsible for ongoing maintenance of the software system.Perform analysis and...

Software Quality Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

The Software Quality Engineer will be responsible for design and execution of all manual and automated tests required to ensure excellence in software quality delivered. This position holder will report to the Quality Engineering Manager.Key activities include:Oversee...

DevOps Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

Client Details:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....

Project Manager

POSITION AVAILABLE - PROJECT MANAGER - CONTRACT 6 MONTHS.Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle.Excellent client-facing and internal communication skillPLEASE...

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WHAT WILL BE YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES?Design and implement cloud-based database solutions. Develop and maintain database migration plans. Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve database-related issues. Ensure that all database systems...

Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...

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