Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

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)...

Worldwide semiconductor revenue grew 18% in 2024

Worldwide semiconductor revenue in 2024 totaled $626-billion, an increase of 18,1% from 2023, according to preliminary results by Gartner. Revenue is projected to total $705-billion in 2025. “Graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI processors used in data centre...

Multichoice, Canal+ outline future group structure

Canal+ and MultiChoice have concluded their discussions regarding their intended post-transaction structure of MultiChoice. Key features of the intended post-transaction structure include: The MultiChoice Group will be restructured so that the current holder of the...

EMEA storage market strong in 2022

The negative impact of the war in Ukraine on the macroeconomic situation in Europe did not stop the rapid growth of the enterprise storage systems (ESS) market in the fourth quarter of 2022. On the contrary -- the growing uncertainty in the market and the increase in...

How to spot a job-hunting scam

Even though South Africa's official unemployment rate decreased marginally in the fourth quarter of last year with 169 000 jobs gained in the period, the number of unemployed persons increased by 28 000 to reach 7,8-million. Given the current economic environment,...

These technologies are impacting customer service, support

The technologies with the most current value to service and support organizations are those that support assisted service, according to Gartner. "Today, the most impactful technologies in service are ones that support reps to deliver low-effort, value-enhanced...

Young SA scientists off to the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting

The Council for the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings has selected and announced nine young scientists from South Africa to participate at the 72nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting dedicated to Physiology/Medicine from 25 to 30 June 2023 in Lindau, Germany. In Lindau's...

Crypto gains less than stocks, but revenue still set to double

The 2022 crypto winter has cooled the US investors' appetite for cryptocurrencies, with most of them finding cryptos riskier and less profitable than the traditional stock market. Nevertheless, the US crypto revenue continues growing and is set to hit new record...

What you can do to improve data quality

Gartner has identified 12 actions to help chief data and analytics officers (CDAOs) and other D&A leaders improve data quality (DQ) to avoid high costs and deliver sustainable value to their organisation. "Data quality issues cost a lot," says Jason Medd, director...

New study aims to help Africans ‘age well’

The life expectancy of people living in sub-Saharan Africa is rising, but it still remains significantly lower than other global regions. However, innovations that could be developed through a new research programme may well raise it more in line with global norms....

SA still well positioned to tap potential

Despite the geographic distance, capacity constraints and logistical difficulties, South African trade to the heavyweights in the Northern Hemisphere has increased over the years and remains a key driver in preserving a positive trade balance. "Regardless of the...

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Digital Connect in exclusive Swrve partnership

Digital Connect, specialists in cloud and innovation and a subsidiary of the Digital Solutions Group (DSG), has entered an exclusive partnership with Swrve, a leader in mobile marketing engagement, to deploy their platform across Southern Africa. Through this...

Kaspersky Lab debuts new partner programme

Kaspersky Lab has launched a new partner programme in Africa, aimed at managed service providers (MSPs) that already offer security services or would like to add them to their current portfolio. The program helps MSPs to address the growing demand for IT security...

The impact of AI on customer experience

At a time where technology is adopted to automate manually driven processes, companies need to avoid the temptation of replacing the human touch entirely. This is especially the case where artificial intelligence (AI) is used to refine the customer experience (CX)....

Securing the cloud

Worldwide, the cloud services market is expected to soar. Alongside this, businesses are slowly getting used to the idea of hybrid cloud adoption, although Gartner estimates it is around five years from going mainstream. "Still, Gartner predicts the demand for hybrid...

Advanced application security at the centre of the digital economy

The World Economic Forum earlier this year shone a bright light on the future of the so-called 'digital economy'. Interestingly, panel discussions very quickly shifted from this theme, into the realm of cyber-security - and just how we'll stay safe and secure as we...

Ricoh SA to help grow business in Namibia

Ricoh South Africa has announced that plans to introduce new products into the Namibian market through Canocopy, one of the leading print management and office automation companies and the Authorised Distributor for Ricoh products and solutions in Namibia. Canocopy...

The threats keep rolling in …

J2 Software launched its Cyber Security Centre just over three months ago and the company reports on the success of the venture in the midst of a cyber crime onslaught. J2 Software MD John Mc Loughlin says it has been a busy time for all involved. "The J2 team have...

Bringing quality content to Africa

Fastly, the edge cloud platform that powers fast, secure, and scalable online experiences for the world's most popular businesses, continues to grow and expand rapidly, now adding Africa to its fast-growing global network reach. Privately-owned global network service...

Remote working could be the answer to grid-lock

As the City of Cape Town is pushing employers to introduce flexi-time, to help them combat the issue of a grid-locked traffic situation, there might be a more effective way for employers to ensure productivity isn't hampered by a situation that may take the council...

Will bots ever take over customer service?

Driverless cars, 3D printers and smart homes have arrived, and nobody is surprised any longer about pronouncements that artificial intelligence has come close to matching human capabilities, even surpassing it in some ways. Still, there are certain areas of life and...

Cloud Database Engineer – Gauteng Midrand

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of automotive technology? Our client is seeking a skilled Cloud Database Engineer to join their dynamic team! Essential Skills Requirements: Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM)...

Android (Java and Kotlin) Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A Health Tech Solution Company based in Pretoria is currently looking for a dynamic Mobile Development Lead. This role will involve managing the team and sprints, taking charge of communication, team health, and culture. The Mobile Development Lead will...

Full-Stack Developer

Looking for an logical Full-Stack Developer to assist in the development, configuration, deployment and support of customer software solutions, to participate in design and code reviews as well as to provide technical assistance to others, amongst other...

Android (Java and Kotlin) Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

ENVIRONMENT:A Health Tech Solution Company based in Pretoria is currently looking for a dynamic Mobile Development Lead. This role will involve managing the team and sprints, taking charge of communication, team health, and culture. The Mobile Development Lead will...

Full-Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Looking for an logical Full-Stack Developer to assist in the development, configuration, deployment and support of customer software solutions, to participate in design and code reviews as well as to provide technical assistance to others, amongst other...

Golang Developer

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

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...

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...

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