AI drives mainframe innovation
Mainframe computers are already playing a pivotal role in supporting AI innovation, hybrid cloud strategies, and the acceleration of digital transformation, according to a new survey from the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV), which adds that, with unmatched...
Nobel Prize in Chemistry goes to work on proteins and AI
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2024 to David Baker (half the prize) for work on computational protein design, and to Demis Hassabis and John M Jumper (sharing the other half) for protein structure prediction. Baker is...
Crypto miners slump amid brutal year
Last year was one of the most challenging ever for the crypto market as trading volume slumped and prices drowned in the aftermath of crypto winter, but one of the most brutal years for the industry has also had a huge impact on the crypto mining companies which lost...
Remote patient monitoring surges as healthcare sector takes strain
The number of remotely monitored patients reached 56,8-million in 2021 as market acceptance continues to grow in several key verticals, according to IoT analyst Berg Insight's latest research into mHealth. This number includes all patients enrolled in mHealth care...
ChatGPT raises red flags by acing MBA exam
ChatGPT, the new artificial intelligence chatbot that Microsoft has invested in, is causing consternation on several fronts: it has already been tipped as an efficient malware writer, and in the latest news has not only passed an MBA exam but achieved a pretty good...
Radical transformation needed for future healthcare crises
Two years on from the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the world's healthcare systems may never 'return to normal' as a perfect storm of underlying challenges and future crises emerge. KPMG's new Healthcare Horizons report warns that systems around the world - from...
Advertising codes aim to protect against crypto misinformation
The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has added a new clause which deals with cryptocurrency products, to the Code of Advertising Practice. The new rules are aimed at protecting consumers from being misled by unethical advertisers and are the result of consultation...
Top priorities for effective chief data, analytics officers
The most effective data and analytics leaders focus on creating business value, nurturing data and analytics talent, and changing culture, according to Gartner. The role of the chief data and analytics officer (CDAO) is growing in influence as it becomes required for...
Update on the Energy Action Plan
The National Energy Crisis Committee (NECOM) has released a six-month progress update on implementation of the Energy Action Plan. This update follows a period of load shedding which was escalated to stage 6 due to a high number of breakdowns across Eskom's generation...
2Africa subsea cable lands in the Eastern Cape
The 2Africa subsea cable, the largest subsea cable system in the world, has landed at the Vodacom network facility in Gqeberha. This is the first submarine cable landing in the Eastern Cape region, promising greater internet capacity and acceleration of connectivity...
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Key strategies to secure cloud migration
Paul Williams, country manager: SADC at Fortinet, outlines four key strategies to help organizations protect their businesses while migrating to private and public clouds. Maintain a strong security posture Organisations need to maintain a strong security posture in...
develop a real-time business performance and risk and compliance audit system
Schuberg Philis already guarantees 100% system and application availability to clients and is enhancing this industry leading service performance with real-time audit, assurance and activity monitoring for 100% service compliance. For Schuberg Philis it is essential...
Defy SA opens high-tech call centre
Defy South Africa has opened a new national call centre in Hermanstad, Pretoria West, featuring realtime response software supported by a dedicated team of 28 agents. "We have integrated software which ensures that calls are directly linked to all branches on a live...
The real IoT situation revealed at last
Researched in late 2016 with ongoing updates, the new IDTechEx report on the Internet of Things (IoT), Internet of Things (IoT) 2017-2027, is intended to assist investors, participants and intending participants and users. Dr Peter Harrop, chairman of IDTechEx,...
Do’s and don’ts of online shopping this festive season
With the festive season around the corner, lovers of online shopping are starting to get itchy fingers at the thought of all the gifts they will be purchasing at the click of a button. However, they're being cautioned to keep their money safe in the process. Online...
Why satellite is ideal for African connectivity
Africa is known for its rugged beauty and diverse natural environments. The continent has also seen some of the highest economic growth in the world over the past few years. This has been despite a lack of existing infrastructure and is largely due to the low base...
Ensure data security compliance wherever you are
The benefits of cloud adoption - including increased employee productivity, and reduced operational costs - are enabling businesses to become more global and interconnected. Organisations large and small are rolling out an increasing number of cloud applications,...
AlwaysOn turns mobile airtime into cheap data
AlwaysOn has launched Airtime Converter, which the company says turns mobile airtime into South Africa's cheapest WiFi data. This means that consumers do not need a credit card or a contract to get connected at thousands of AlwaysOn Hotspots in South Africa's urban...
Obsolescence Manager supports lifecycle management
RS Components (RS) has introduced Obsolescence Manager, a new online tool that can help OEMs and product developers to manage the problem of obsolescence, and plan for when the end-of-life (EOL) notices are placed on parts that will soon cease to be produced, repaired...
Fujitsu, SUSE expand open source strategic alliance
SUSE and Fujitsu have announced they are strengthening their strategic alliance to address the need for dynamic, flexible and secure cloud and mission-critical open source solutions in the global market. Both companies are committing development, marketing and sales...
IT Network Manager – Western Cape Claremont
Job DetailsPosition: IT Network ManagerMinimum experience Mid-Senior (5-10 years Experience)Company primary industry: Information Technology and ServicesJob functional area: Information TechnologyMy client offers barista-produced coffee all day, every day, to all...
Data Analyst – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Analyst to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be doing: Data...
Junior Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Hybrid position open for Junior Data Analyst in Century city. Email us if you are interested in joining a company who is passionate about the value of data. Key Requirements Degree preferredMinimum of 2+ years in a Data Analyst positionGood Data Literacy...
Developer (C#/SQL) – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Enterprise Software Solutions seeks the coding talents of a deadline-driven Intermediate C# / SQL Developer who enjoys solving complex problems. Your role will entail App design, critical software testing, troubleshooting operating...
Specialist: Systems Developer (Java) – Gauteng Pretoria
The most eligible candidate must hold an appropriate recognised qualification in Information Technology, Software Development, Computer science or equivalent at NQF Level 6 on the 10 Level NQF or equivalent. A minimum of 3 years' experience in software development is...
Data Engineer
Ready to join an innovative FinTech company, who are driving local economic growth. This entrepreneur-led organization pride themselves on fostering a high-energy, results-driven culture that attracts proactive, can-do individuals. Calling the can-do indivduals!Key...
Senior Full Stack Java Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A specialist consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises develop competitive software and data visualization solutions is seeking a Full Stack Developer inspired to collaborate on large-scale enterprise projects with the founding team. Their clients...
Scrum Master
Guides and coaches the team on the agile framework, methodology and ceremonies. Helps to manage and optimise a continuous flow of work across the team. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and coach an agile team on agile values practices.Facilitate team ceremonies.Identify and...
Desktop Support Engineer
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Desktop Support Engineer to provide desk-side or remote end-user support and service request support. Support will require in-depth knowledge of PC and Apple Hardware, desktop Operating Systems options and settings,...
Software Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc in Software Engineering or a relevant equivalent tertiary qualification, along with...
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