Tech, data collection help NGOs effect social change
In April 2022, the multi-sector partnership Thrive by Five, led by the Department of Education and DataDrive2030, released their wide-ranging 2021 Thrive by Five Index, the largest open-source data set in the country of preschool child development according to early...
AI-enhanced attacks a rising cyberthreat
A new report from API (application programming interface) technology developer Kong, Security Perspectives 2025: AI-Enhanced Threats and API Security Report, highlights how new developments in AI will impact today’s API security landscape. A massive 25% of respondents...
Nvidia Grace CPU paves the way to energy-efficient computing
In tests of real workloads, the Nvidia Grace CPU Superchip scored 2x performance gains over x86 processors at the same power envelope across major data centre CPU applications. This means data centers can handle twice as much peak traffic; they can cut their power...
SA plant species key to the discovery of novel antibiotic
In its 2017 response to the scourge of drug-resistant pathogenic infections, the World Health Organisation (WHO) identified a list of pathogens that it described as critical, high and medium priority in terms of the urgency of the need for novel antibiotics. The...
Satellite record tracks and projects rising sea level
Observations from space show that the rate of sea level rise is increasing. Knowing where and how much rise is happening can help coastal planners prepare for future hazards. The average global sea level rose by 0,27cm from 2021 to 2022, according to a NASA analysis...
US bank run will hit private wealth growth in key tech hubs
The crisis engulfing many of the US tech banks - Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), Silvergate and Signature Bank, among others - has created a financial crisis that is significantly impacting the technology sector, which relies on these banks for financing, payroll and other...
Security investments set for 12,1% growth in 2023
Worldwide spending on security solutions and services is forecast to be $219-billion in 2023, an increase of 12,1% compared to 2022, according to the new Worldwide Security Spending Guide from International Data Corporation (IDC). Investments in hardware, software,...
Fraudulent robocalls will cost $58bn this year
Mobile subscribers will lose $58-billion to fraudulent robocalls globally in 2023; a rise from $53-billion in 2022. A new report from Juniper Research finds that these losses will be driven by the increase in multifarious scam calls to deceive end users, such as...
Bank failures push CFOs to diversify deposits
More than one in four CFOs said they plan to diversify their deposits across more banks after recent high-profile Silicon Valley bank failures, according to Gartner. Gartner polled over 250 CFOs and senior finance leaders on 13 March 2023 on their responses to recent...
Nvidia accelerates neural graphics PC gaming
Ahead of this week's Game Developers Conference (GDC), Nvidia has announced an expanded game roster and new developer plug-ins for Nvidia DLSS 3. The latest version of Nvidia's AI-powered Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) technology is now supported in an assortment...
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Your chiller just got more life (support)
With Connected Maintenance, Johnson Controls brings a practical Internet of Things (IoT) solution to its clients -- providing the kind of connectivity to high-end chillers in South Africa that will extend their lifespans ... and save owners a whole lot of maintenance...
IoT devices and DDoS attacks in perspective
Bryan Hamman, territory manager for sub-Saharan Africa at Arbor Networks, talks about the issues around DDoS attacks on IoT devices Embedded Internet-of-Thing (IoT) botnets are not a new phenomenon - we've seen them leveraged to launch distributed denial of service...
The risks of unqualified payroll staff
Lavine Haripersad, director at the South African Payroll Association (SAPA), explains why it's important that your payroll staff are on the ball. From the outside, payroll seems simple. Get the right software. Push a button at the right time. Then, hey presto - your...
Industry acceptance for DesignSpark Mechanical
RS Components, the trading brand of Electrocomponents, has announced that user activations of DesignSpark Mechanical (DSM), the company's free-for-download fully featured 3D modelling and design tool, has now reached a cumulative total of 200 000. In addition to...
New commercial officer for Bharti Airtel
Bharti Airtel has announced the appointment of Rajeev Sethi as chief commercial officer for its Africa operations. He will report to Raghunath Mandava, MD & CEO of Airtel Africa. In his new role, Rajeev will be responsible for the formulation and implementation of...
Ingenico partners with Interswitch in Nigeria
Ingenico Group has announced that a strategic partnership has been signed with transaction switching and electronic payment processing company Interswitch Nigeria. Since 2002, Interswitch has been promoting the seamless circulation of electronic money by building the...
FriendFinder breach: the importance of best practices for password security
Donato Capitella, senior security consultant at MWR InfoSecurity, explains that the FriendFinder Network breach has been one of the most recent examples of poor password storage. Apart from the reputational damage, poor password management and storage worsens the...
Decision Inc, Nintex form strategic alliance
Decision Inc, management and technology consulting specialists, has forged a strategic partnership with Nintex, global provider of workflow automation solutions. "We have entered into a reseller agreement with Nintex as we believe that this partnership is a superb...
Mahindra Comviva partners on m-learning
Mahindra Comviva has made a foray into mobile-based corporate learning and development offering with PalmLeaf, a comprehensive smartphone led learning and engagement solution; with the aim to address all staff learning requirements of modern-day corporations. The...
Uganda improves visa issuance, border security
Gemalto is supplying Uganda's Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control (DCIC) with its Coesys Visa Management which combines swift issuance of all visas and permits with biometric enrolment upon arrival. Gemalto is supporting the new solution with...
Business Analyst Training
Business Analyst Training - 3-Month Contract Minimum Requirements:Matric [Grade 12]Relevant Technical/IT Degree or Diploma.At least 3 years experience in an end user-facing role.Experience in business process documentation.Experience in creating training...
Senior PowerApps Developer
Senior PowerApps Developer - 6-Month Contract Minimum Requirements: Matric [Grade 12] Bachelor's degree in computer science or related fieldProven experience as a PowerApps developerStrong understanding of Power Platform and its componentsProficiency in Microsoft 365...
Test Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Perform both Manual and Automation TestingDesign and Develop Test Automation FrameworksTesting on collection products and payment systemsInvolved in Integration and migration projects Minimum Requirements:Matric / Grade 12Bachelor's degree in Computer Science,...
Business Analyst Training – Gauteng Houghton Estate
Business Analyst Training - 3-Month Contract Minimum Requirements:Matric [Grade 12]Relevant Technical/IT Degree or Diploma.At least 3 years experience in an end user-facing role.Experience in business process documentation.Experience in creating training...
Senior PowerApps Developer – Gauteng Houghton Estate
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Azure DevOps Engineer (permanent) 100% remote (TB)
The candidate will join a team which follows the Agile Methodology with daily SRCUM meeting meetings and 1-2 weekly sprints. The solution has been built on a modern data platform stack developed on Azure Databricks Delta Lake with Unity Catalog. Full understanding of...
Senior IT Technician
Job Purpose:The purpose of the role will be to provide server, systems, and end-user support on behalf of the company department, serving the company and all its subsidiaries. Qualifications:A+ and N+ CertifiedITIL v3 Foundation and/or ITIL 4 Foundation...
Lead Angular Developer
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Angular Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and efficient web applications using Angular. As a Senior Angular Developer,...
Azure DevOps Engineer (permanent) 100% remote (TB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
The candidate will join a team which follows the Agile Methodology with daily SRCUM meeting meetings and 1-2 weekly sprints. The solution has been built on a modern data platform stack developed on Azure Databricks Delta Lake with Unity Catalog. Full understanding of...
Senior IT Technician – Gauteng Primrose
Job Purpose:The purpose of the role will be to provide server, systems, and end-user support on behalf of the company department, serving the company and all its subsidiaries. Qualifications:A+ and N+ CertifiedITIL v3 Foundation and/or ITIL 4 Foundation...
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