Fast, inexpensive cross-border payments with FNB’s TCIB
Kathy Gibson reports – First National Bank (FNB) and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) have launched the BankservAfrica Transactions Cleared on an Immediate Basis (TCIB) payment network for cross-border payments in collaboration with the Reserve Bank. The TCIB is a...
Hole in the ozone layer continues to heal
Healing continues in the atmosphere over the Antarctic: a hole that opens annually in the ozone layer over Earth’s southern pole was relatively small in 2024 compared to other years. Scientists with NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)...
Jury is out on whether repentant hackers should be rewarded
New research from cybersecurity firm Naoris Protocol reveals many people believe black hat hackers - criminals who break into computer networks with malicious intent - should be paid a percentage of the funds they steal and face no prosecution if they return the...
Cyber immunity a key IT security theme in 2023
Threat landscape insights and predictions for 2023 show that the META region will remain a target for increased cybercriminal activity. Today's hyper-connected world requires to reconsider the way we approach cybersecurity. This is why Kaspersky has spent several...
ChatGPT could be a serious cybersecurity threat
Microsoft is reportedly investing $10 billion in OpenAI, the owner of the somewhat controversial large language model chatbot ChatGPT. It uses a deep learning technique to generate text and conversations often indistinguishable from those created by actual humans....
IT services providers wise to include ESG opportunities
IT services providers that are expanding their portfolios to target environmental, social and governance (ESG) opportunities are making a wise move as many enterprises require assistance developing and implementing ESG-related initiatives. GlobalData notes that these...
Long-lost lizard discovered in the Western Cape
The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and collaborators from the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) and Bayworld Museum rediscovered the rare Orange Sandveld Lizard (Nucras aurantiaca) during surveys in December 2022. The lizard has only been recorded...
Rise in inactive BTC as market stagnates
Bitcoin hodlers are becoming increasingly popular, with investors looking to hold on to their BTC longer. BTC hodlers are optimistic about the future of bitcoin and its ability to increase in value over time. The total amount of inactive bitcoin (BTC) for at least six...
North America switches to smart electricity meters
A new research report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight reveals that the penetration of smart electricity meters in North America reached 74% in 2021. Overall, the installed base of smart electricity meters will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4.,8%...
Climate change an existential risk as multiple crises pile up
Kathy Gibson reports - Multiple crises are facing people and businesses as we go into 2023, topped by energy, food and the cost of living. These are the top risks for 2023 identified by the World Economic Forum's latest Global Risks Report, with the cost of living...
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Motorola adds widest range of solutions
Motorola Solutions, a provider of innovative mission-critical communication solutions and services, offers South Africa businesses increased productivity with the launch of next-generation communication solutions. New products including next-generation MOTOTRBO radios...
Decision Inc partners with Adaptive Insights
In a move to transform business performance, budgeting and planning capabilities for medium sized organisations, Decision Inc has developed a local alliance with international organisation Adaptive Insights. One of the cornerstones of most Office of the CFO...
The need for integration in the construction industry
BIM or Building Information Modelling is one of the relatively few buzzwords you'll hear in the construction industry that continues to dominate conversations - and there's a very good reason for that, writes Rob Stummer is MD of IFS Australia and New Zealand. Fuelled...
Cipla Medpro chooses Cquential Warehouse Management
Towards the end of last year, Cipla - one of South Africa's leading pharmaceutical manufacturers - commenced a move to its new state of the art warehouse and medicine distribution centre in Tableview in the Western Cape. For Cipla, ensuring uninterrupted efficient...
RS Components signs up Fischer Connectors
RS Components (RS) has signed a global distribution agreement with Fischer Connectors, a leader in high-performance circular connectors and cable assembly solutions. The agreement allows the direct distribution worldwide by RS of Fischer Connectors' extensive...
DevOps delivers a host of benefits to business
There is an emerging trend towards Information Technology (IT) agility which is gaining impetus as the market demands flexibility and customised products and services. Traditionally, IT companies provide the market with pre-determined packages which include a set...
Will you be able to Brexit your cloud?
The vote in favour of Brexit, the uncoupling of Britain from the EU, has captured the world's attention as markets strain under its economic implications. With both regions hosting a large chunk of the world's cloud software and services, many South African companies...
Anzole Farming slashes transaction costs, boosts efficiency
Anzole Farming, a group of small businesses run from Tzaneen in Limpopo, South Africa, has streamlined its payments, accounting and payroll processes by replacing its old business system with Sage One and Sage Pay. Tight integration between Sage Pay, Sage One...
King IV launch conference coming soon
The long-awaited update of the King Report on Corporate Governance for South Africa, King IV, will be launched at the Sandton Convention Centre on 1 November 2016. Interest in the conference is high: when online registrations opened on 6 July, the first registration...
Notebook Company plans African expansion
Laptop and accessories retailer The Notebook Company is planning to expand into African countries after a "surge of interest" for mobile technology, including laptops and tablets. In the last year the company has exported to Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia,...
Senior Full Stack Java Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A specialist consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises develop competitive software and data visualization solutions is seeking a Full Stack Developer inspired to collaborate on large-scale enterprise projects with the founding team. Their clients...
Scrum Master
Guides and coaches the team on the agile framework, methodology and ceremonies. Helps to manage and optimise a continuous flow of work across the team. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and coach an agile team on agile values practices.Facilitate team ceremonies.Identify and...
Desktop Support Engineer
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Desktop Support Engineer to provide desk-side or remote end-user support and service request support. Support will require in-depth knowledge of PC and Apple Hardware, desktop Operating Systems options and settings,...
Software Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc in Software Engineering or a relevant equivalent tertiary qualification, along with...
Service Desk Engineer
Hire Resolve is currently seeking a highly skilled Service Desk Engineer on behalf of our esteemed client, a leading specialist in ICT solutions. Our client excels in helping organizations design, support, and manage robust IT infrastructures that drive business...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Sandton
Ready to join an innovative FinTech company, who are driving local economic growth. This entrepreneur-led organization pride themselves on fostering a high-energy, results-driven culture that attracts proactive, can-do individuals. Calling the can-do indivduals!Key...
Senior Full Stack Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A specialist consultancy dedicated to helping enterprises develop competitive software and data visualization solutions is seeking a Full Stack Developer inspired to collaborate on large-scale enterprise projects with the founding team. Their clients...
Scrum Master – Gauteng Johannesburg
Guides and coaches the team on the agile framework, methodology and ceremonies. Helps to manage and optimise a continuous flow of work across the team. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and coach an agile team on agile values practices.Facilitate team ceremonies.Identify and...
Desktop Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Desktop Support Engineer to provide desk-side or remote end-user support and service request support. Support will require in-depth knowledge of PC and Apple Hardware, desktop Operating Systems options and settings,...
Software Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A leading company in the Intelligent Process Automation (IPA) sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Software Developer. The ideal candidate should possess a BSc in Software Engineering or a relevant equivalent tertiary qualification, along with...
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