Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

CEOs want to ramp up their AI spending as FOMO kicks on

AI is exceeding most CEOs’ expectations and their optimism is growing. Cisco’s latest study shows that 67% now worry they’re underinvesting in the technology — up from 57% last year — with nearly two thirds (64%) of those surveyed now seeing AI adoption as mandatory...

Women face higher levels of burnout as stress levels climb

South African employers are facing a growing workforce resilience challenge as new data reveals that women are increasingly bearing the burden of workplace stress, burnout and mental health crises. A comprehensive analysis by Lyra Southern Africa of 67 419 Employee...

SA needs to address toxic masculinity

The Men’s Foundation of South Africa has issued an urgent call to action on addressing the toxic masculinity that continues to fuel stigma around men's health issues in the country - including mental health and prostate cancer. “Toxic masculinity is one of the most...

Nvidia CEO says India should manufacture its own AI

Artificial intelligence will be the driving force behind India’s digital transformation, fueling innovation, economic growth, and global leadership, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said at this week’s  Nvidia AI Summit in Mumbai. Addressing a crowd of entrepreneurs,...

Top trends that will impact CMOs in 2023

With more pressure to drive efficient growth during disruptive times, there are three trends that will most impact chief marketing officers (CMOs) in 2023, says Gartner. These trends, the global research group continues, are: Shifting customer behaviours amplify...

Top 10 in-demand tech skills in SA healthcare

Rapid digital transformation is underway in South Africa's healthcare sector and, with a vision of improving access and enhancing patient care, supporting healthcare practitioners and saving costs, the country's healthcare providers are reshaping the patient journey...

Connected care solutions on the rise in North America

Around 30,7-million people in North America were using connected care solutions - medical alert systems, connected medication management solutions, and remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions - at the end of 2022. This is according to new research from IoT analyst,...

16% of Americans use or own cryptocurrency

In 2022, cryptocurrency is expected to account for almost $35-billion worth of transactions worldwide, up 6,7% from $32,5-billion a year ago, with more than half that value coming from the US. According to new data from AugustaFreePress.com, 16% of Americans used or...

Smart gas meter penetration reaches 38% in Europe

The installed base of smart gas meters in Europe amounted to 45,9-million units in 2021, equal to a penetration rate of 38%, according to a new report from Berg Insight, which says the installed base will continue to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of...

Manufacturers less confident in the face of new challenges

Manufacturer confidence levels remained low in the fourth quarter of the year amid a challenging outlook, according to the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey. Overall business confidence during the quarter remained unchanged at 26 points, after two consecutive quarterly...

Fraud surges as digital transactions dominate worldwide

Digital transactions dominated the global marketplace in the first six months of 2022, as the pandemic-driven trend of consumers migrating to online interactions became commonplace behaviour. This is the headline finding from LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Global State of...

African fintech revenues on track to hit $30bn by 2025

As the fastest-growing start-up industry in Africa, African fintech raised over $1,3-billion in 2021 alone. According to McKinsey research, the success of fintech companies is being fueled by several trends, including increasing smartphone ownership, declining...

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Why are security operation centres failing?

While definitions vary, generally speaking a security operation centre (SOC) is a central point from where all security issues are dealt with on an organisational and technical level. Typically, it will encompass all the enterprise's information systems - from web...

Yahsat signs Tele10 MOU in DRC

UAE-based satellite operator Yahsat has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tele10 Group, the regional broadcast and internet service provider, to discuss collaborations for improving internet connectivity in Rwanda, Burundi and East Democratic Republic of...

SAP aims to train 150k youngsters

SAP SE will train more than 150 000 youth in 30 African countries this year to foster digital literacy and equip the continent's rising generation with job-relevant digital skills. SAP's Africa Code Week 2016 will run from October 15 - 23, 2016, with thousands of free...

T-Systems sponsors Wayde van Niekerk

T- Systems South Africa is sponsoring 400m World Champion Wayde van Niekerk. The sponsorship will see T-Systems South Africa support van Niekerk to advance his athletics career and assist to launch the Wayde van Niekerk Foundation, an initiative founded by van Niekerk...

BlackBerry strengthens enterprise partner programme

BlackBerry has announced the evolution of its Enterprise Partner Programme for solutions providers. Through the programme, BlackBerry will provide partners with best practices that enhance their skills to offer and support BlackBerry's cross platform security and...

Enermatics powers up commercial energy supply

Enermatics, a provider of smart metering technology and reseller of power to end users, has established an offering - Enermatics smart metering solutions -  tailored to the requirements of the commercial market. Specifically, the company's service and support is...

CT community takes Dribbble’s Silver Bucket Award

Cape Town Dribbble Meetup organiser, Isoflow, has been awarded the international Silver Bucket Award; given every year to the most active Dribbble community in the world. Werner Janse van Rensburg, MD of Isoflow, comments: "This is the first time that the bucket has...

Artificial intelligence for call centres

Fujitsu Laboratories has developed technology that can be easily set up and autonomously carry on a dialogue, based on artificial intelligence (AI) technology, while accurately understanding a user's request and naturally eliciting the necessary information. The...

Tigo takes the lead in Tanzania

Tanzania's digital lifestyle telecom operator, Tigo, is now the leading mobile telephone company with the fastest and widest 4G LTE network in the Tanzania. Since its inception in April 2015 in Dar Es Salaam, Tigo 4G LTE has expanded to Arusha, Tanga, Dodoma,...

Ideco to showcase mobile biometrics console

Local biometrics experts Ideco will showcase its new all-in-one mobile biometrics unit at Securex, to be held in Sandton from 24 to 26 May 2016. The solution was recently launched at the connectID 2016 conference and expo in Washington, US. The Biometric Identity...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

Client Details: Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly...

IT Support Technician

IT Support Technician - Johannesburg South REQUIREMENTS:Microsoft A+ & N+ EssentialNational Senior Certificate (matric) or technical equivalentNetworking experience (LAN, WAN & Wireless)Server Backup Administration2 - 3 years' experience in a similar...

Senior BI Developer (JHB Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Data-driven, Efficient & Cost-effective Tech Solutions in Joburg seeks the expertise of a Senior BI Developer whose core role will entail data modeling, dashboard creation, and using your analytical skills to provide valuable...

Full Stack Developer / Senior PHP Developer

As a Full Stack Developer at the company, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the company's web applications. You will work closely with their cross-functional team to implement new features, improve performance, and ensure the highest...

Mid-level software developer

Kloof - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting opportunity that could be your...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...

IT Support Technician – Gauteng Ormonde

IT Support Technician - Johannesburg South REQUIREMENTS:Microsoft A+ & N+ EssentialNational Senior Certificate (matric) or technical equivalentNetworking experience (LAN, WAN & Wireless)Server Backup Administration2 - 3 years' experience in a similar...

Senior BI Developer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Rosebank

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Data-driven, Efficient & Cost-effective Tech Solutions in Joburg seeks the expertise of a Senior BI Developer whose core role will entail data modeling, dashboard creation, and using your analytical skills to provide valuable...

Full Stack Developer / Senior PHP Developer – Remote Remote

As a Full Stack Developer at the company, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the company's web applications. You will work closely with their cross-functional team to implement new features, improve performance, and ensure the highest...

Mid-level software developer – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal

Kloof - Are you a passionate software developer with experience in developing web applications with the ability to work on both front and back-end technologies. Are ready to make an impact with your coding skills? This is an exciting opportunity that could be your...

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