How AI will transform labour, energy, society
Artificial intelligence (AI) is going to become an integral part of organisation, with a major role to play in transforming a number of sectors. This is according to S&P Global’s latest edition of its proprietary Look Forward research series, which provides a...
New semiconductor boom ahead
The global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) will continue to rise - growing by over 15% in 2025 - according to IDC’S’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Technology Supply Chain Intelligence report. Major application markets -...
Consumers labour under debt burden
Sunday (26 March) will mark three years since South Africa went into lockdown, which had a devastating event had on the local economy. To add to this, South Africa was recently placed on the money laundering grey list, and economists are predicting a 45% chance of a...
What’s holding East African start-ups back?
A new regional survey of tech start-ups across East Africa reveals that while investment levels remained relatively stable over the last 12 months, the heart of Africa's start-up ecosystem perceives many roadblocks as having the potential to disrupt the region's...
NAPAfrica hits 3Tbps milestone
On the evening of 15 February, Internet exchange point (IXP) NAPAfrica reached the 3Tbps traffic threshold. This peak in Internet traffic was experienced globally on the back of some significant new gaming releases and software updates. This increase in NAPAfrica's...
Men and women control smart devices differently
A recent survey by Kaspersky reveals there is gap regarding those typically in charge of maintaining and buying smart devices at home. In particular, 72% of men surveyed are the ones who set up smart devices in their home, while just under half (47%) of women do so....
Applications for AWS Fintech Africa Accelerator open
Amazon Web Services’ Startup Loft Accelerator team has announced the launch of its inaugural AWS Fintech Africa Accelerator. Pre-seed and seed stage fintech founders operating in Africa and building companies to solve fundamental issues in payments, open/embedded...
SA firms are vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks
A paltry 19% of organisations in South Africa have the 'Mature' level of readiness needed to be resilient against today's modern cybersecurity risks. This is according to Cisco's first Cybersecurity Readiness Index, developed against the backdrop of a post-Covid,...
Load shedding drives manufacturer confidence lower
Confidence levels in the manufacturing sector dropped 9 points to 17 in the first quarter of 2023, according to the Absa Manufacturing Survey. "Manufacturers are feeling pessimistic as load shedding, especially at higher levels such as stage 6, continues to have a...
Ethernet founder wins AM Turing Award
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) has named Bob Metcalfe as recipient of the 2022 ACM AM Turing Award for the invention, standardisation, and commercialisation of Ethernet. Metcalfe is an Emeritus Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at...
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Cloud contact centres offer modular functionality
Technology underpins much of the functionality of any contact centre, from multi-channel communication methods and web-chat routing, to automated outbound dialling and interactive voice response, writes Andre Deetlefs, executive for lines of business at Jasco...
TFG adds online delivery option
TFG (The Foschini Group) are pushing online delivery boundaries by introducing Deliver 2 Me - a convenient delivery solution which uses geo-location services (already used in apps like Uber) to avoid the need for specific street delivery addresses. The service was...
Digital signage ‘must haves’ for 2017
As important as the placement of screens and creation of dynamic content are in the effectiveness and success of in-store digital signage, technology is still the main driver in this industry. According to Chris Day, MD of digital signage solutions company Moving...
Gemalto launches LTE Cat M1 wireless module
Gemalto is launching an LTE Cat. M1 wireless module for IoT solutions. The new Cinterion LTE Cat. M1 solution takes network efficiency and simplicity to new heights, delivering LTE for Machine-Type-Communication (MTC) and improved power savings that enables battery...
Geobank 2017 available for download now
Micromine's Geobank 2017, the latest version of its secure and flexible data management solution, is now available for download. Geobank 2017 delivers to our users improved usability, functionality and performance, with a variety of benefits relevant to both...
Fortinet musters defence against Black Nurse
A well-known characteristic of criminals in any space is that they are unpredictable. They look for holes and vulnerabilities in systems and try to use them to their advantage. Security systems, therefore, have to be architected in a way that assumes attack...
Blockchain: innocent until proven guilty
Dawid de Villiers and Seshree Govender of Webber Wentzel pen an open letter to the regulator Dear Prospective Blockchain Regulator. A belated warm welcome to the age of blockchain. In the last five years or so we have witnessed this technology's ability to redefine...
Recreating the spirit of Silicon Valley in SA
Silicon Valley: a magical place where employees not only work incredibly long hours but also get access to quirky benefits that create an environment many consider perfect for career development. Gareth Hawkey, CEO of redPanda Software, highlights a few lessons local...
Silicon Valley’s Roambee joins forces with T-Systems
With a vision to digitize global enterprises, T-Systems is on an Internet of Things (IoT) growth path, Deutsche Telekom's corporate customer arm T-Systems and Silicon Valley-based IoT company, Roambee, have announced a global IoT partnership to offer a real-time...
Kaspersky enhances enterprise incident response
Based on validated security intelligence data, Kaspersky Threat Lookup provides an effective tool for enterprises to improve their incident response and forensics; offering reliable, aggregated, retrospective and global insight on the latest threats, as well as...
Field Support Engineer – Gauteng Sandton
Join the iOCO Infrastructure Services Community: Where Work is an Adventure, Not Just a Job.We are seeking a Field Support Engineer who will provide on-site support for various systems, equipment, or software, ensuring that clients' technology operates smoothly and...
Senior Python Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Hey there! A top online retailer in South Africa is on the hunt for a Senior Python Software Engineer to join their Cape Town crew. In this role, you'll be diving into the design, implementation, support, and maintenance of scalable services across various...
Low Code Developer (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:A global Logistics & Forwarding company seeks a highly meticulous Low Code Developer with exceptional UI/UX design skills and a strong understanding of Backend development to join its team. The role will entail a combination of SQL queries, Backend...
BI Developer Graduate
We are looking for a Bsc IT graduate that would like to develop their career in BI development in the Microsoft stack.The client is fantastic at mentoring and growing their employees and you will be able to learn a lot in a supportive environment.You will get exposure...
Lead Python Developer (Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:An exciting opportunity has come up with a leading online retailer in South Africa—they're looking for a Lead Python Developer to join their team in Cape Town. In this role, you'll be involved in designing, implementing, supporting, and maintaining...
Low Code Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Kempton Park
ENVIRONMENT:A global Logistics & Forwarding company seeks a highly meticulous Low Code Developer with exceptional UI/UX design skills and a strong understanding of Backend development to join its team. The role will entail a combination of SQL queries, Backend...
BI Developer Graduate – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for a Bsc IT graduate that would like to develop their career in BI development in the Microsoft stack.The client is fantastic at mentoring and growing their employees and you will be able to learn a lot in a supportive environment.You will get exposure...
Lead Python Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:An exciting opportunity has come up with a leading online retailer in South Africa—they're looking for a Lead Python Developer to join their team in Cape Town. In this role, you'll be involved in designing, implementing, supporting, and maintaining...
Cloud / DevOps Engineer (CH1036)
Our client, a leading payment aggregator and provider of secure payment solutions, is looking for a DevOps Engineer to join their growing team in Stellenbosch.Responsibilities include:Manage and automate the deployment, monitoring and maintenance of development and...
Python and AWS Developer
Our clients are an innovative and forward-thinking company, seeking a talented and highly motivated Python Developer with strong AWS expertise to join their fully remote development team. Their organization specializes in building scalable, robust cloud-based...
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