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...

Internet shutdowns cost the world economy $50bn

Last year, almost 750-million people worldwide were affected by government-caused Internet blockages and shutdowns. By controlling, partially blocking, or even going into full internet blackouts, governments not only cut people off from information but also caused...

AMD, Sony partner on LiDAR automotive reference design

AMD's adaptive computing technology has been selected by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) for its newest automotive LiDAR reference design. SSS and AMD joined forces to deliver a powerful and efficient LiDAR solution for use in autonomous vehicles. Using adaptive...

Financial stress for workers impacts business profitability

Financial stress is a key detractor from employee wellness and research suggests it's an impairment to cognitive functioning, which can lead to a reduction in productivity. A recent study which measured and analysed the experiences of a sample of South Africa's...

Financial services slowest in multicloud adoption

Fewer financial services organisations have adopted multicloud than any other industry, trailing the global average by 10%. However, adoption is expected to nearly double from 26% to 56% in the next three years, in line with the global trend of evolving to a...

As power declines, InSight is still hunting marsquakes

NASA’s InSight Mars lander is gradually losing power and is anticipated to end science operations later this year. By December, InSight’s team expects the lander to have become inoperative, concluding a mission that has thus far detected more than 1 300 marsquakes –...

How scammers leverage crypto hype in liquidity mining

Sophos has released threat research about nascent cybercrime, lifting the lid off scammers who are taking advantage of the hype about cryptocurrency trading and the vast sums of digital wealth users have made (and lost) in crypto markets to lure in and swindle...

$100m facility aims to unlock African supply chain finance

British International Investment (BII), the UK's development finance institution (DFI) and impact investor, has signed a $100-million risk-sharing facility for supply chain finance with Citi, a global leader in trade and supply chain finance solutions. The new...

Insurance ombuds give almost R400m back to consumers

The insurance ombuds put almost R400-milion back in the hands of consumers who complained in the past financial year. In a joint 2021 annual report, the ombudsman for long-term insurance (OLTI) noted that R200-million was recovered for complainants while the ombudsman...

Big growth for end user spend via carrier billing

The value of end-user spend on digital goods via carrier billing will exceed $74-billion by 2026, up from $54-billion in 2022, according to a new study from Juniper Research. This growth of over 37% reflects the increasing relevance of carrier billing as an option for...

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Experts share insights on modernising process-centric solutions

On 5 February 2016, business transformation solutions provider Ovations will be hosting an event where experts from Nedbank, IBM South Africa and Ovations will be presenting insights around innovative ways to modernise process-centric solutions in business. "The...

Visibility key to preventing intrusions

The news lately has been full of reports of high-profile attacks on large organisations aimed at compromising or stealing sensitive customer information. Despite the increase in prevalence of data breaches, the majority of enterprises in South Africa are simply not...

Storage, virtualisation efficiencies for tradebridge

Value added transaction switch company tradebridge has successfully completed another effective technology implementation with Datacentrix. The most recent in a string of projects involves a storage replacement and virtualisation solution upgrade to help the...

Alcatel OneTouch scoops CES honours

During the 49th International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), TCL Communication's Alcatel OneTouch was recognised twice at an awards ceremony for the 2015-2016 Global Top Brands hosted by International Data Group (IDG). Alcatel OneTouch was among both the Global...

McAdam takes over at F5 as Rivelo steps down

F5 Networks has announced that John McAdam, chairman of the F5 board of directors, has been appointed president and CEO. McAdam joined F5 in July 2000, and served as the company's president and CEO until his retirement in July 2015. In connection with this new...

Verint named in Software 500 ranking

Verint Systems is among the top 100 of the world's largest software and service providers, according to Software Magazine's 2015 "Software 500" ranking. Now in its 33rd year, the Software 500 is an annual ranking that targets medium to large enterprises, their IT...

RS Components partners with Infineon

RS Components, the trading brand of Electrocomponents, has signeda global marketing partner agreement with Infineon Technologies to distribute the company's extensive portfolio of semiconductors and other electronic components. The agreement builds upon the existing...

Sabre completes Trust Group acquisition

Sabre has completed its acquisition of the Trust Group, including Trust International, InnLink and Nexus. With this acquisition, Sabre Hospitality Solutions expands the portfolio of hotels it serves by more than 30%, totaling approximately 32 000 worldwide. A leading...

Load balancing the cloud for business benefit

Cloud computing has evolved and is a firm reality for most businesses. However, what some decision makers may not realise is that the development of the cloud has fuelled the development of load balancing solutions for cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and Amazon...

APIs deliver business value in prepaid segment

Telecommunication APIs (application programming interfaces) are heralding in the age of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) in South Africa. The impact this will have on the business environment is significant, says Rudi Barnard, director at SIM card management...

Intermediate C#.Net Developer – Western Cape Somerset West

TitleIntermediate C#.Net DeveloperDepartmentSystems Support (LUX)DescriptionResponsibilities/Tasks: ·Implementing code that can be reused on multiple platforms·Breaking down complex issues into smaller manageable tasks·Support existing and develop new functionality...

SAP ABAP DEVELOPER – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for an SAP ABAP Developer, fully in Office based in Roodepoort. Key Requirements 5+ years' overall experience.BSc/ Btech/N.DipSAPABAPTroubleshootSAPP Fiori DevelopmentSAP BTP ToolsLow code/No-codeShould you meet the requirements for this...

Scrum Master (ILR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

Client Details:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Intermediate C# Developer

Are you a passionate C# developer looking for a thrilling career opportunity? Look no further! Our client is on the lookout for talented individuals like you to join their dynamic team. Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or...

Quantitative Business Analyst – Gauteng Braamfontein

Exciting Opportunity: Quantitative Business Analyst Needed in the Banking Industry! We're thrilled to announce an opportunity for a Quantitative Business Analyst to join our client's esteemed team in the banking sector. If you're a skilled professional with a knack...

Senior Business Analyst – Banking at Datonomy Solutions

Essential:IIBA certificationFTI certificationBanking experienceSAFe certification and experienceAgile experience10+ years as a BAMust have at least 10 years' experience as a business analyst involved with assessing, mapping and optimizing business processes....

Senior C#.Net Developer

TitleSenior C#.Net DeveloperDescriptionResponsibilities/Tasks: ·Implementing code that can be reused on multiple platforms·Breaking down complex issues into smaller manageable tasks·Support existing and develop new functionality and components.·Understand existing...

Network Engineer

Key ResponsibilitiesMonitors, investigates and reports on information security incidents, Internet use and ICT policy breaches. Perform proactive vulnerability assessments and assist with managed Security Operations Centre tasks.Conducts analyses and investigation of...

Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security SpecialistKey Roles and Responsibilities:Determine who requires access to which information & Plan, coordinate, and implement information security programs.Help protect against Web threats that facilitate cyber-crime like malware, phishing, viruses,...

Technical Support Analyst

Purpose of the Position:Provide high quality application and systems supportUnderstand the nature and business impact of requests and perform the required analysesProvide second line support for technical and functional solutionsTechnical Support:Oracle, SQL ServerWeb...

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