‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

The growing importance of AI sovereignty

A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value finds that as enterprises embed AI deeper into core business operations, most surveyed organisations remain locked into AI systems they cannot easily change - reinforcing the growing importance of AI...

The glue that holds the Sagrada Familia towers together

The construction of the Sagrada Familia’s central towers marks the most complex structural challenge in the basilica’s history. It is also a novel and unexpected use of superglue. An advanced Loctite solution from Henkel has been instrumental in raising the dramatic...

Why don’t cancer medicines work the same for everyone?

By Susanna Ray - Cancer treatment has become more precise over time, as doctors first classified the disease by where it began in the body and, more recently, by the mutations found inside cancer cells to help find the right drugs to treat it. But why can two people...

Robotics industry will be worth $218bn in 2030

Robots have been around for many years, primarily in industrial settings. However, the recent technological breakthroughs are set to unleash their full potential. Against this backdrop, the robotics industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR)...

Agentic AI set to democratise data access

Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing at an unprecedented rate, bringing us closer to highly adaptive, autonomous systems like agentic AI. Startups are leading the charge, driving innovations such as explainable AI, reinforcement learning, self-learning...

RDP attacks, hacktivism show decline

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attacks are continuing their slowdown, with ESET analysts believing they are losing steam due to the Russia-Ukraine war, along with the post-Covid return to offices and overall improved security of corporate environments. Even with...

More innovative ransomware, credential theft emerge

The cyberthreat landscape has reached a new level of commercialisation and convenience for would-be attackers, with nearly all barriers to entry for committing cybercrime removed through the expansion of cybercrime-as-a-service. This is according to Sophos’s 2023...

Digital twin of global weather conditions could improve forecasts

Lockheed Martin and Nvidia have announced a collaboration to build a Earth Observations digital twin powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that will provide the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) with an efficient and centralised approach to...

Chat apps are taking over customer communications

Chat apps such as WhatsApp are becoming crucial channels for customer communications, demonstrating the growing importance of conversational experiences. Research from Infobip shows an 80% and 62% increase in WhatsApp and rich communication services (RCS) interactions...

VR tech finds a second home in rehab

Penumbra has launched its REAL y-Series hands- and tether-free VR rehabilitation platform to address both upper and lower extremities with a full body avatar. James Spencer, data scientist at GlobalData, comments: “Virtual reality (VR) has always looked like an answer...

Cryptojacking malware soars

After recent turbulence in the crypto market, Atlas VPN has found that new modifications of cryptojacking software - used in the act of hijacking a computer and using it to mine digital assets against the user's will - grew 3,8-times in Q3 2022. As many as 153 000 new...

European households embrace smart electricity meters

More than 56% of the electricity customers in EU27+3 had a smart meter at the end of 2022. The market is set for robust growth in the coming years with a total of 106-million smart electricity meters forecasted to be deployed across the region during 2022–2027. There...

Flat confidence not showing the whole story

After dipping from 42 to 39 in the third quarter, the RMB/BER business confidence index (BCI) slipped to 38 in the final quarter of 2022 - so more than six out of 10 respondents remained unsatisfied with prevailing business conditions. Although the BCI was little...

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Vox Telecom continues Golden Lions Rugby partnership

Integrated ICT and infrastructure provider, Vox Telecom has renewed its sponsorship agreement with the Golden Lions Rugby Union (GLRU). Vox Telecom has been a technology partner to Lions Rugby for the last ten years, providing connectivity and telecoms services to the...

Aware360 expands industrial IoT with Gemalto

Gemalto is enabling Aware360, a leading industrial IoT solution provider, to connect with virtually any sensor, device or machine and quickly transform big data into smarter data. Secure data is the "new currency" that fuels IoT and underpins Gemalto's strategy which...

AirWatch Express speeds, simplifies mobile device management

VMware has released AirWatch Express, a simple mobile device management (MDM) cloud solution designed to get devices up and running quickly. AirWatch Express makes it easy to configure devices with apps, email and Wi-Fi, while enabling the data encryption and security...

Promotions should be earned

Getting a promotion may seem like a momentous event, but without the support of those you work with, and whom you will eventually manage, the joy of receiving a promotion may be short lived. What's more, unless you are able to meet and exceed the expectations of your...

Six principles of resilience to manage security

Security professionals in South Africa need to protect their enterprise by building resilience. Speaking ahead of the Gartner Symposium/ITxpo 2016 in Cape Town, Tom Scholtz vice president & Gartner Fellow, says resilience is the best approach to address both...

Dac Systems and Nintex demystify workflow

Managing workflow in business can be a challenge, especially because of the many processes and procedures involved, compliance with regulations, and the need to align resources. With the need for all businesses to embrace digital, the role of workflow management has...

Impact fund investt in early stage businesses

Seed Engine, the WDB Investment Holdings (WDBIH) and Grovest have developed a creative response to the dearth of funding for early and growth stage businesses. The WDB Seed Fund will fill this critical gap and offer significant tax advantages and Broad-Based Black...

Nuctech finalises security for Rio Olympics

More than 250 Nuctech security scanners have been installed week ahead of the upcoming 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The scanners will be responsible for 90% of security checks at the Rio Games and acceptance testing by Brazil Judiciary...

Xerox tops Quocirca Managed Print Services Market Landscape

Xerox has maintained the leadership position in worldwide managed print services (MPS), according to the latest market landscape report by analyst research group Quocirca. The 2016 rankings mark Xerox's seventh year as the leader. Xerox's Next Generation MPS offering...

Tips on securing your social media account

In today's world, we are increasingly living digital lives, where we interact and engage with our friends and family online. Social media has become central to our lives, writes Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO at ESET Southern Africa. And yet, while millions use these...

Senior Java Developer – R720K – R600K – Western Cape Cape Town

Hire Resolve's Client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer to join their client's team. This is a full-time position offering a salary of R720K - R600K per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.The Senior Java Developer will...

Project Manager

Hire Resolve is excited to announce an opening for a Project Manager position on behalf of our esteemed client in the tech industry. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and possesses a proven track record in...

B-BBEE Senior Verification Analyst

B-BBEE Senior Verification Analyst required for a reputable firm based in East London RequirementsExperience fulfilling a B-BBEE position previously (Essential) Duties / Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Overall responsible for B-BBEE...

Senior .Net Developer (CPT) (Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A Forensic Pathology Service, overseeing 18 forensic pathology facilities in the province, is currently seeking a Senior .NET Developer. The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in a range of technologies, including .NET (C#), SQL Server, MVC 4, Entity...

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We are seeking a Power BI Developer to join our team. As a Business Intelligence Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions using Microsoft Power BI. The role also develops, deploys and maintains...

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This role will require you to be on site / in office. It also requires you to have a solid understanding of Excel. Africa's leading specialist in the manufacturing of premium knitted and woven mattress fabric based in Elsies River industrial is seeking to fill the...

Solar PV Project Manager – JHB or CPT

DescriptionHire Resolve's client, a leading renewable energy company, is currently looking for a Solar PV Project Manager to join their team in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. The Solar PV Project Manager will be responsible for effectively managing and delivering...

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Senior .Net Developer (CPT) (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

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