AI search will play an outsize role in e-commerce
Digital commerce is undergoing a seismic transformation as generative AI platforms become mainstream discovery tools, according to Euromonitor International. Euromonitor International's Voice of the Consumer: Lifestyles Survey 2025 finds that over half of consumers...
Humans will be more cost-effective than GenAI for CX
By 2030, cost per resolution for generative AI (GenAI) will exceed $3, higher than many B2C offshore human agents, according to Gartner. Rising data center costs, a pivot from subsidised growth to profitability for AI vendors, and increasingly complex use cases that...
Cloud AI market size to hit $1 728,4bn by 2033
The global cloud AI market size is expected to reach $1 728,4-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 39,3% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The key factors propelling the growth of the market are the demand for intelligent virtual...
Wearables to the fore in health digitalisation
Enhancing the relationship between people's health and wellbeing and the global movement of digitalisation with the use of wearables will allow for a wider understanding of health conditions or the optimization of communication. This is according to IDTechEx's...
European Commission launches Grok investigation
The European Commission has launched a new formal investigation against X under the Digital Services Act (DSA). In parallel, the Commission extended its ongoing investigation launched in December 2023 into X's compliance with its recommender systems risk management...
As gold smashes $5k, speculation about $6k mounts
Gold has soared past $5 000 for the first time, and could hit $6 000 by the end of the year as the current situation stands. This is the prediction from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, who says the metal’s explosive rise signals a profound shift in how global...
SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves
South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...
Tech executives double down on AI, talent, adaptive strategies
KPMG’s Global Tech Report 2026 reveals that organisations worldwide are moving beyond pilots and seeking to embed AI into core workflows and offerings, striving to scale investments. The new report identifies that while expectations are high and adoption is rapid;...
Financial services leans into AI
AI has taken centre stage in financial services, automating the research and execution behind algorithmic trading and helping banks more accurately detect fraud and money laundering — all while improving risk management practices and expediting document processing....
AI the common denominator in entertainment industry’s 2026 security threats
In its Kaspersky Security Bulletin, the cybersecurity company’s researchers identified critical threats expected to affect the global entertainment industry in 2026, from ticketing and visual effects pipelines to content delivery networks, games and regulation....
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The case for cloud-native platforms powered by AI
The complexity introduced by digital platforms, cloud, and digitised systems, isn’t a sign of failure or lack of planning. It comes down to how platforms have struggled to keep pace with the speed at which business operations are changing. The converging forces of AI...
Integrity beyond compliance: the growth foundation for South Africa’s SMMEs
In an era of volatility and shifting expectations, trust has become the cornerstone of business resilience. By Surinder Sond vice-president: sustainability at Sage For South Africa’s SMBs, sustainability is more than environmental stewardship – it is a holistic...
Real estate businesses need to digitise or get left behind
Property technology (proptech) has disrupted real estate by digitising processes and enhancing data-driven decisions, forcing a traditionally slow industry to evolve towards greater transparency, efficiency, and accessibility. Michael Lenz, CEO, TransBridj, says that...
Building SA’s next chapter through sustainable infrastructure
As nations and industries shift from ambition to execution in sustainability strategies, South Africa stands at a pivotal moment to redefine infrastructure as a vehicle for climate-resilient development, economic inclusion and measurable environmental impact, moving...
What business travellers need in 2026 – and how to make it happen
Business travel in 2025 had its challenges – and a level of complexity that's following us into the new year. For Mummy Mafojane, GM of FCM South Africa, it's why business travellers are now craving simplicity above all else. “After years of uncertainty, geopolitical...
Ozow and RelyComply join forces
RelyComply has partnered with Ozow to simplify and secure the onboarding process for merchants. South Africa’s payment landscape has undergone significant changes, with account-to-account, mobile, and voucher payments now an integral part of everyday life. However,...
Shadow IT: The cost of technology that can’t keep up
A KPMG survey of more than 48 000 employees found 58% intentionally use AI at work, and a third do so weekly. In software and IT, 97% of developers now rely on generative AI (GenAI) tools for coding, documentation and testing (arXiv). While the returns are faster...
The great simplification: Why compliance technology’s next phase is reintegration
Tool sprawl has become a major challenge for financial services institutions (FIs) after years of buying disparate, single-function regulatory technology (regtech) solutions. By James Saunders, co-founder and chief technology officer at RelyComply Today, many...
Maximise AI value with cost-conscious innovation
AI holds immense potential to drive human progress, reshaping industries and unlocking new opportunities for growth. By Marc Layne, sales director of Dell Technologies South Africa Yet for many businesses across South Africa, the path to AI adoption is paved with...
Annual job hopping makes for a grim cybersecurity season
Many South Africans will be switching jobs come January and February after year-end bonuses and some post-holiday reflection. By Heino Gevers, senior director of technical support at Mimecast SA And, while HR departments are geared up to contend with the expected...
Team Lead: Desktop Support Engineer
Team Lead: Desktop Support Engineer – Rivonia, Sandton - Managed IT Services | R20 000+ The OpportunityIf you enjoy leading people and still want to stay hands-on technically, this role gives you both. You'll join a stable Managed IT Services Provider in Rivonia,...
Software Architect
Shape the future of a cutting-edge SaaS platform in a senior strategic role Is this you? You're a commercially savvy, highly analytical problem-solver with a passion for clean code and scalable architecture. You thrive in fast-paced environments and bring a hands-on...
Team Lead: Desktop Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Team Lead: Desktop Support Engineer – Rivonia, Sandton - Managed IT Services | R20 000+ The OpportunityIf you enjoy leading people and still want to stay hands-on technically, this role gives you both. You'll join a stable Managed IT Services Provider in Rivonia,...
Software Architect – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Shape the future of a cutting-edge SaaS platform in a senior strategic role Is this you? You're a commercially savvy, highly analytical problem-solver with a passion for clean code and scalable architecture. You thrive in fast-paced environments and bring a hands-on...
Mid-Senior Desktop Support Engineer
Mid-Senior Desktop Support Engineer – Rivonia, Sandton - Managed IT Services | R18 000+ The OpportunityIf you are the kind of IT support engineer who likes fixing problems properly and keeping clients stable, this role will suit you. You will join a long-standing...
Scrum Master at Reverside
Job Title: Intermediate Scrum MasterJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Intermediate Scrum Master to join our dynamic IT [Email Address Removed] Intermediate Scrum Master will act as a servant leader to the Scrum Team and Organization, helping them to...
Mid-Senior Desktop Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Mid-Senior Desktop Support Engineer – Rivonia, Sandton - Managed IT Services | R18 000+ The OpportunityIf you are the kind of IT support engineer who likes fixing problems properly and keeping clients stable, this role will suit you. You will join a long-standing...
Scrum Master at Reverside – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Title: Intermediate Scrum MasterJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Intermediate Scrum Master to join our dynamic IT [Email Address Removed] Intermediate Scrum Master will act as a servant leader to the Scrum Team and Organization, helping them to...
UAT Tester (x4)
Job description:General Role Description:The UAT (User Acceptance Testing) Tester plays a crucial role in the software development lifecycle, ensuring that the final product meets both the business requirements and the end-users' needs before it is released to the...
Full Stack Java Developer (Advanced) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
What You'll Do: Full Stack development and maintenance of a Production Planning Capacity Management platform. Translate business requirements into scalable, high-quality solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies, refine user stories, and propose system designs....
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