Data loss concerns will limit GenAI access for developers
Enterprises are expected to tighten restrictions on generative AI (GenAI) usage among developers, citing proprietary data concerns. Meanwhile, agentic AI is emerging as a critical upskilling opportunity for IT professionals, and open-source software (OSS) technologies...
50 years ago, Intel 8080 kick-started an industry
The Intel 8080 didn’t revolutionise microprocessors – it created the microprocessor market. “The 4004 and 8008 suggested it, but the 8080 made it real,” says Federico Faggin, Intel’s lead designer for the 8080 and its predecessor processors, the 4004 and 8008. Prior...
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...
Hackers continue to evolve attacks
Hackers are diversifying attack methods, including a surge in QR code phishing campaigns, according to the latest quarterly HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report. By isolating threats on PCs that have evaded detection tools, HP Wolf Security has specific insight...
APT campaign targets organisations in Russo-Ukrainian conflict area
In October 2022, Kaspersky researchers discovered an ongoing advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign targeting organisations located in the area affected by the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Dubbed CommonMagic, this espionage campaign has been active...
Generative AI startups attract investment
In recent years, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changing technology with immense potential across various industries. Subsequently, generative AI startups are rapidly gaining traction, and venture capital investors are keen to capitalize...
Establish sound financial habits to weather tough times
The Experian Consumer Default Index (CDI) showed a quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q) deterioration from 3.66 in September 2022 to 3.93 in December 2022, indicating that South African consumers remain under financial pressure. This drastic short-term deterioration in the...
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Ucloud and Avaya debut contact centre-as-a-service
Avaya and Ucloud, China's largest independent public cloud provider, today announced the launch of A Cloud, a contact centre-as-a-service (CCaaS) solution. A Cloud allows customers to deploy contact centre operations in the cloud rapidly and cost-effectively, helping...
Protect against the financial impact of violent protests
As South Africa reels from the financial costs of destruction of property and assets in the wake of #Feesmustfall protests, estimated to be in the region of R1-billion to date, Aon South Africa is advising business owners and individuals to review their assets...
DCC launches Samsung Xpress colour laser
Official South African distributor, Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced the immediate availability of the Samsung Xpress C480W Colour Laser Printer which has been designed to support multiple mobile devices and wireless printing. The C480W printer's...
Dell EMC simplifies app development
Dell EMC Enterprise Content Division (ECD) has introduced the Dell EMC LEAP Platform, a next-generation content management platform featuring a deep set of enterprise-grade content services that allow customers and partners to create their own apps, extend...
Keeping up with compliance changes
The level of demand on today's compliance officer is higher and more pressurised than ever before. With new laws and frequent changes to existing legislation and regulations, it can be extremely overwhelming for companies to ensure compliance in South Africa's highly...
Intelligence essential to defeating global cyber scourge
The world is engaged in an invisible war, with honest businesses at one end and fiercely determined cybercriminals at the other, writes Nithen Naidoo, CIO of Snode. Cybersecurity is no longer just a pressing concern for the IT industry, it is a very real issue that...
Siemens IoT gateway exclusively from RS Components
RS Components, the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE:ECM), is extending its portfolio of industrial IoT (Internet of Things) devices with exclusive supply of the innovative SIMATIC IOT2020 open and flexible IoT gateway. Market analyst predictions are that...
The value of big data in fraud mitigation
Fintech company MyBucks has invested in technology that is specifically aimed at exploiting big data to mitigate fraud and identity theft. With its own in-house artificial intelligence (AI) team, Dave van Niekerk, CEO of MyBucks, explains that by using classification...
Vox upgrades Nerve Centre technology
Integrated ICT and connectivity provider, Vox has upgraded its software platform of choice in its Nerve Centre (remote monitoring facility) in an effort to unlock additional capabilities for its customers. "The upgraded platform combines the existing monitoring...
Drones, collection points to boost e-commerce
The unique demands of the South African online shopping context require innovative thinking around delivery and returns, which is why the eCommerce team at The Foschini Group (TFG) has introduced third party collection points and is considering the use of drones, in...
IT Support Specialist (CPT Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:CONDUCT regular checks on network and data security while ensuring the repair & maintenance of hardware and software as the next IT Support Specialist wanted by a dynamic Distributor in the Automotive Industry. You will also be responsible for the...
Senior Business Analyst (Software)
Join a team dedicated to delivering high-performance digital services that drive results and exceed expectations. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your BCom or BSc Degree in IT and accelerate your career in the mining and software industry.Strong Business...
Systems Engineer – Global Ops
Role: Responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and support of Information Systems offered to the company and its customers. Key Performance Areas:Design Information Systems and related architecture 15%Installing and configuring Information Systems...
Server Engineer
Ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.Integrate servers, including e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.Ensure...
IT Support Specialist (CPT Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:CONDUCT regular checks on network and data security while ensuring the repair & maintenance of hardware and software as the next IT Support Specialist wanted by a dynamic Distributor in the Automotive Industry. You will also be responsible for the...
Senior Business Analyst (Software) – Remote Remote
Join a team dedicated to delivering high-performance digital services that drive results and exceed expectations. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your BCom or BSc Degree in IT and accelerate your career in the mining and software industry.Strong Business...
Systems Engineer – Global Ops – Gauteng Midrand
Role: Responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and support of Information Systems offered to the company and its customers. Key Performance Areas:Design Information Systems and related architecture 15%Installing and configuring Information Systems...
Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.Integrate servers, including e-mail, print, and backup servers and their associated software into enterprise systems.Ensure...
Cloud Engineer (AWS /Azure / Terraform)
Embrace a New Chapter Explore Possibilities.We are seeking a well-versedCloud Engineer (AWS / Azure / Terraform) to join our team. Must be proficient in AWS and Terraform and possess expertise in designing, implementing, managing, troubleshooting, and deploying...
IT Desktop Support Engineer
Join a leading Aerospace and Defense company specialising in innovative intelligence solutions. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your IT expertise in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for providing desktop support and troubleshooting advanced...
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