Brands and retailers navigate a new reality as AI shapes consumer decisions

Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the first steps of our shopping experience before we ever click "buy”. From hyper-personalized suggestions to curated inspiration, influence now begins long before a store visit or app tap, moving where brands and retailers compete...

AI-driven cyber threats are outpacing defence capabilities

A new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the cybersecurity landscape and exposing major gaps in corporate defences. Despite growing awareness of the risks, the pace of cyber defence adoption...

As AI transforms entrepreneurship, more support will be crucial

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how entrepreneurs in developing countries start, manage and grow their businesses, a new publication from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights. Micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and...

Hubble finds the largest chaotic birthplace of planets

Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have imaged the largest protoplanetary disk ever observed circling a young star. For the first time in visible light, Hubble has revealed the disk is unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching...

OpenAI restructures to for-profit organisation

ChatGPT developer OpenAI is shifting its business model to become a for-profit company. The move will allow it raise additional funding. In a blog post, Bret Taylor, chair of the OpenAI board of directors, says OpenAI has completed its recapitalization and simplified...

Kenya again tops DDoS threat list in East Africa

Kenya is once more the East African country with the most distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks during the first half of 2025 - ranked third overall on the continent behind South Africa and Morocco – according to NetScout’s latest threat intelligence report....

Digital assets, AI are hot as fintechs pull in $44,7bn

Despite the cautious optimism permeating the fintech sector heading into 2025, the first half of the year saw fintech investment and deals slow considerably amid headwinds from ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns around evolving trade policies. Total fintech...

The rise and rise of the AI PC

Artificial intelligence (AI) PCs will represent 31% of the total PC market globally by the end of 2025, according to Gartner, which says worldwide shipments of AI PCs are projected to total 77,8-million units this year. “AI PCs are reshaping the market, but their...

PMI reflects continued manufacturing volatility

The seasonally adjusted PMI declined by 1.4 points to 49.5 in August, partially reversing the 2.3-point improvement seen in July. This suggests that activity in the sector remained subdued, with both domestic and export demand showing signs of pressure. That said, it...

Applications open for ISPA Inspires education sponsorship

South Africa’s Internet Service Providers’ Association (ISPA) invites applications for its “ISPA Inspires scholarship” for the 2026 academic year. Applications open today, Monday 1 September, and will close on 30 October. Visit the ISPA Inspires website for more...

Strong iOS growth drives up smartphone market

Worldwide smartphone shipments are forecast to grow 1% year-on-year (YoY) in 2025 to 1,24-billion units, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker. This represents an improvement from the previous forecast of 0,6%,...

Pump my Android … safely

With a goal to curb malware and financial scams, Google has announced a new policy requiring developer verification for all Android app installations on certified devices - those with preloaded Google Mobile Services (like Samsung, Pixel, and others) - starting in...

Diverse and flexible skills needed in renewable energy sector

A new research report from the University of Cape Town’s Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU) – Renewable Energy Skills Mapping and Labour Market Analysis in the Western Cape - offers a comprehensive analysis of the renewable energy skills...

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Protect you kids in the digital playground

As online gaming grows in popularity, children are increasingly spending time on apps that often encourage in-app purchases, especially during school holidays. While these purchases can enhance the gaming experience, they aren’t without risk says Carey van Vlaanderen,...

AI could transform the telecom sector

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the telecommunications industry, driving operational efficiencies, optimising network performance, and significantly enhancing customer sxperience (CX), writes Mirza Bukva, head of telecom partnerships Africa at...

Enhance logistics and warehousing efficiency with smart lockers

The logistics and warehousing industry depends on speed, precision, and efficiency to meet rising global demand. Traditional manual processes for managing devices such as handheld terminals, scanners, and laptops often lead to wasted time, lost productivity, and...

Digital credit systems tackle paper-based system pain points

For any company offering its clients credit facilities, traditional paper-based methods of managing credit applications are increasingly inefficient and prone to risk as businesses struggle to keep up with both operational challenges and evolving legal requirements....

What you need to know about upcoming debit order changes

As the South African payments landscape prepares for a significant shift, businesses reliant on DebiCheck debit orders, and specifically when authentication was not successfully obtained from debtors, must brace themselves for the mandatory transition from the...

Integrated solutions make for safer cities

Hytera Communications, a global provider of end-to-end radio communications technologies, used the recent Africa Tech Festival to showcase its integrated solutions within various vertical industries. Although best known for its handheld communications devices, Hytera...

Essential cybersecurity tips for SA travellers

As South Africans prepare for their year-end holiday travel, cybersecurity experts warn that excitement over holiday planning shouldn't overshadow digital safety. According to Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director of Fortinet, travellers need to be particularly...

Tetra Pak debuts data-driven solution to carton recycling

Tetra Pak has launched MAPA.SA, an innovative platform designed to optimise the carton recycling value chain. Developed to tackle inefficiencies in the recycling sector, MAPA.SA leverages real-time data insights and advanced analytics to provide tailored solutions for...

Bridge the security gap between risk and awareness

Much like the rest of the world, South Africa grapples with challenges emanating from a digital landscape fraught with escalating cyber threats that pose significant risks to businesses and other organisations. By Ryan Boyes, governance, risk and compliance officer at...

Cassava Technologies secures $310m in funding

Cassava Technologies has announces three milestones: a substantial equity injection; the successful completion of its South African rand debt refinancing; and the finalisation of its legal reorganisation. Cassava has closed an equity investment round of $90-million...

Junior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Build, train, and validate predictive and statistical models. Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify patterns, trends, and insights. Support the development and refinement of machine learning algorithms. Assist in collecting, cleaning, and transforming...

Senior Project Manager

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related...

Mid-Level Data Integration/Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Design, develop, and maintain efficient data integration pipelines and workflows. Implement ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to move and prepare data for analysis and reporting. Identify, analyse, and resolve data flow or integration issues in a timely manner....

Senior Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an accomplished Full Stack Developer (Expert) to join their forward-thinking IT team in South Africa. This role offers the opportunity to work on pioneering global projects that combine cutting-edge cloud technologies,...

MS SQL/ No SQL Developer at Ntice Search

Our Client is looking for a highly skilled NoSQL Developer with strong SQL capabilities to join their dynamic development team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and maintaining both relational and non-relational databases that...

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