Webb reveals the smallest asteroids yet found
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope now includes asteroids on its list of objects studied and secrets revealed. A team led by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge repurposed Webb’s observations of a distant star to reveal a...
As Novus buys up Mustek, execs retain a stake
As Novus Holdings moves to acquire Mustek by buying the remaining shares that it doesn’t already hold, executives at the distributor have penned an agreement to retain a 25% stake in the company. On 15 November Novus Holdings made a mandatory offer to the shareholders...
3D printer shipments sag but revenues rise
In the last quarter of 2022, global 3D printer shipments continued the trend established earlier in the year with volumes flat or falling, according to the latest research from Context. “While industrial unit shipments dipped, system revenues rose again thanks to...
SA auto industry under threat as global markets commit to EVs
14 February this year marked a turning point in the evolution of the global automotive manufacturing industry when the European Parliament gave the long-awaited go-ahead to ban all internal combustion vehicles by 2035. And, as Europe is South Africa’s primary market...
SA’s biggest mall-based gaming tournament kicks off
Five months, seven malls, one national finale! Gamers … are you ready … for the SHIFT Gaming Experience, one of the largest national gaming tournaments in South Africa. Sponsored by MTN and Hyprop – and hosted in partnership with Computer Mania, Gizzu, and Redragon –...
Checkmate! How cybercriminals catch chess players in a gambit
Along with the growing number of chess players online, the risk of related cyberattacks are also increasing with Kaspersky cybersecurity experts discovering that chess players have been targeted by a range of different attacks from cybercriminals spreading malicious...
Intel, Arm collaborate on leading-edge SoC design
Intel Foundry Services (IFS) and Arm have announced a multigeneration agreement to enable chip designers to build low-power compute system-on-chips (SoCs) on the Intel 18A process. The collaboration will focus on mobile SoC designs first, but allows for potential...
Cassava Technologies ups investment in SA
In support of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s investment initiative, Cassava Technologies has pledged a total of R4,5-billion in investment in South Africa at the fifth South African Investment Conference (SAIC). The investment will be made through Cassava’s business...
Hamilton Ratshefola dies
Gijima has confirmed the death of its group chief executive, Hamilton Ratshefola, at the age of 56, following a short illness. “Gijima, its shareholders, board, executive, staff and the ICT industry have undoubtedly lost a par-excellence leader, a friend, a mentor and...
African CEOs need to view cyber risks more seriously
Twenty six percent of CEOs in Africa believe their companies will be exposed to cyber risk in the next 12 months - and 33% think it will only happen in the next five years. This indicates that among CEOs in Africa, cyber risks are not considered a major risk compared...
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TerraPay GSMA on standardised mobile money APIs
TerraPay, a mobile-first international payment network, has been working with the GSMA to ensure TerraPay compatibility with the recently-rolled out standardized mobile money APIs. TerraPay will provide support by providing a staging environment for the new GSMA...
Partnering brings cloud to fruition
Kathy Gibson reports from CeBit in Hannover - There is huge opportunity in enterprise communication in connecting people, things and processes. These connections need to be pervasive, natural, on-demand and intelligent, says Simon Dai, chief technology officer:...
Getting the best out of BI
In an increasingly competitive market, insurers must use business intelligence (BI) to differentiate themselves in the digital age. But how best can the effectiveness of such a solution be measured? Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, discusses how...
Digital civility starts at grassroots
Like the humble spreadsheet before it, the Internet is one of the most transformative technologies in history, writes Angela Schaerer, teacher engagement lead for Microsoft South Africa. It functions as the platform through which any sized businesses can market and...
BT improves parking attendants’ working lives
Until recently, parking attendants had a tough time patrolling the streets of Amsterdam. They'd meet aggressive - sometimes violent - reactions from ticketed drivers. That put a serious strain on their health, resulting in high absenteeism. Now, thanks to digital...
Embrace a BI mindset change to succeed
Today, everybody is "talking" digital. Any organisation not on the path of digital transformation will face the very real possibility of being "left behind" in what can be considered a very volatile business market, writes Yolanda Smit, strategic business intelligence...
Creative Brands gets competitive edge with Xerox
Cape Town-based Creative Brands, a corporate branding and printing company, has added a Xerox X1000 Digital Colour Press to its range of industry-leading printing, packaging and design technology. The machine which was purchased from Oxbow and Bytes Document Solutions...
Garmin, MTN launch fitness devices in Nigeria
Garmin and MTN Nigeria have partnered to introduce a range of health and fitness devices to help boost fitness standards while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There is an increased focus around the world to be healthy and more active, and through innovation and...
Fujitsu debuts new Lifebook Models
Fujitsu today introduces its new flagship notebook for the EMEIA region (Europe, the Middle East, Africa and India), the international edition of Fujitsu Notebook Lifebook U937. Weighing just 920 grams, the lightest ever ultra-mobile model in Fujitsu's line-up joins...
Durban tech team launches app for Spaza stores
Local Durban-based tech company, Spazapp, has launched a "money-saving" app for spaza store owners. Geared at uplifting last mile traders and disadvantage communities, the app works to connect users directly to bulk buying opportunities and business support. Spazapp...
Systems Analyst I Contract at IQbusiness
IQbusiness is a leading management consulting firm. Our Innovative Analysis Team is seeking experienced Systems Analysts for a contract opportunity with a strong background in technical analysis and a proven track record in delivering successful projects within the...
Solution Developer
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Data Scientist (Credit Risk) – Remote Remote
Established credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Scientist.An established credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Scientist. The candidate must have Completed BSc Honours...
Systems Analyst I Contract at IQbusiness – Gauteng Johannesburg
IQbusiness is a leading management consulting firm. Our Innovative Analysis Team is seeking experienced Systems Analysts for a contract opportunity with a strong background in technical analysis and a proven track record in delivering successful projects within the...
Solution Developer – Gauteng Centurion
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Software Developer – Java / Spring Boot at Parvana Recruitment
About our client: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....
Developer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
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Full Stack Developer (JavaScript & Angular)
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a leading, cutting-edge health tech software company based in Pretoria, is seeking an exceptional developer with a strong command of various skills. If you excel in 2-3 of the following technologies: JavaScript (including Node.js, [URL Removed]...
Software Developer – Java / Spring Boot at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: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....
Developer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Gauteng Meadowdale
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