CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

AMD extends FPGA portfolio

AMD has announced the AMD Spartan UltraScale+ FPGA family, the newest addition to the extensive portfolio of AMD Cost-Optimised FPGAs and adaptive SoCs. Delivering cost and power-efficient performance for a wide range of I/O-intensive applications at the edge, Spartan...

All systems go for ZANOG@iWeek2024

It's just a few days to go until ISPs, network operators, techies, public officials, executives, students, legal professionals and others with an interest in the internet descend on Somerset West near Cape Town for ZANOG@iWeek2024. The line-up for the 12 to 14 March...

New AI technology turns 2D pics into 3D scenes

When the first instant photo was taken 75 years ago with a Polaroid camera, it was groundbreaking to rapidly capture the 3D world in a realistic 2D image. Today, AI researchers are working on the opposite: turning a collection of still images into a digital 3D scene...

Data scientists key to digitalisation, but challenges emerge

Digital transformation has accelerated significantly due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but the extra demands on data scientists have revealed significant barriers to effective working and high levels of job dissatisfaction in some areas. For example, around four in 10 are...

Despite slowdown, PC monitor shipments still grow

The global PC monitor market continued its quarterly decline in the fourth quarter of 2021 (4Q21) with unit shipments shrinking 5,2% compared to the same quarter in 2020. Despite a challenging second half of the year, the market still exceeded expectations and ended...

Cities could create 1,8m green jobs

Ambitious urban climate action could create and support more than 1,8-million green jobs in South Africa by 2030. The jobs would be part of a green and just recovery from Covid-19, according to the research from C40 Cities, a global network of mayors taking action to...

CFOs must adapt strategies to drive long-term advantages

CFOs should move beyond short-term, reactive moves to counter inflation and identify opportunities to build long-term competitive advantages, according to Gartner. CFOs should shift from a focus on neutralising margin pressures to long-term strategies, including...

What are this month’s biggest cyber threats?

The war in Ukraine has opened up the possibility of Russian cyberattacks which, together with the growing scourge of cybercrime, is keeping CIOs awake at night. Richard Frost, product head: cyber security at Vox, has rounded up some of the most pressing issues in...

Academy aims to build female talent pipeline in tech

Microsoft South Africa and Business Engage have partnered to launch the Women Take IT to the Stage Academy during April and May 2022, with applications to participate in the six-session skills-building programme open until 31 March 2022. "The academy aims to bridge...

Swvl, Moove partner on EV bus rollout

Tech-enabled mass transit provider Swvl and mobility fintech Moove have entered into a partnership to scale Moove's revenue-based vehicle financing model across the MENAP (Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan) region, as well as expand vehicle classes to include...

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New user interface for Eset security

Eset has announced the release of new generation of Eset Mail Security for Microsoft Exchange Server with a redesigned user interface, new anti-spam engine, and antivirus with optional cloud-powered scanning. The product's new version comes natively supported by Eset...

Dell solutions for VMware

Dell has announced enhancements to its end-to-end solutions for VMware from the data centre to systems and device management to thin clients. These new offerings are designed to enable customers with right-sized, easy-to-manage cloud, virtualisation or VDI solutions...

CloudBerry Lab announces free desktop backup

CloudBerry Lab, a vendor of backup and management solutions for public cloud storage services, today announced the immediate availability of CloudBerry Desktop Backup Free as part of its CloudBerry Backup 4.3 release. CloudBerry Desktop Backup Free gives individual...

Technology the differentiator for financial services

Few industries are as ripe for technological innovation as the financial services sector, writes Sameer Deans, GM of ThoughtWorks. This opportunity, however, also carries considerable risk for established players that lag disruptors such as fintech start-ups that have...

Combat load shedding with BT-QUBE

Although the economic impact of load shedding is unknown, the harsh reality is that it will be around for many years to come. To combat this problem, local systems integrator BT-SA has introduced a solution that will help minimise the effect of power outages on...

Asset Print goes full service with Xerox

Xerox Colour 1000 makes Asset Print the only digital-to-litho shopfront in Cape Town When you first step through the unassuming doorway on Loop Street in the heart of Cape Town's CBD you don't expect to find a full service, high-end print shop inside. In fact, the...

Buyer, seller paradigm shifts

Core to any successful marketing campaign is the integrity, accuracy and reliability of data, and nowhere is this more true than in the banking sector. Starting off with reliable, targeted data bases of prospects is the first step to bringing new customers on board,...

BlackBerry to acquire Good Technology

BlackBerry has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Good Technology for $425-million in cash. The acquisition of Good is aligned with BlackBerry's strategy to offer customers the most complete, end-to-end solution that secures the entire mobile enterprise,...

Stay in tune with Trace Mobile

Cell C is extending its two-year partnership with Trace TV with the launch of Trace Mobile, a white-labelled service offering exclusive content coupled with Cell C's competitive prepaid rates to customers. Trace Urban is a popular music TV offering on DSTV that was...

E-Tshwane leads in digital service delivery

In today's fast paced world of instant communication and digital connectivity, it is fundamental that ICT be harnessed to assist government meet its service delivery needs.  However, the fact is, most public bodies are still plagued by huge service delivery...

JavaScript Full Stack Developer (LM) – Gauteng Pretoria

Design, Development and maintenance on platform.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Review code of team members in line with quality and delivery requirements.Ability and willingness to coach and give training to fellow colleagues...

IT PROJECT MANAGER – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client in the International Travel Industry is looking for a results-driven Senior IT Project Manager witha strong background in both information technology and project management, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that optimize operational...

Python Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:BUILD Python web applications, preferably in the eCommerce space as your coding expertise as a Python Developer is sought by a dynamic provider of FinTech solutions. You will write clean, maintainable, and testable code using Python and the FastAPI...

SAP Basis Consultant – Gauteng Rosebank

Attention SAP Experts in Johannesburg Are you ready to elevate your career to new heights? We have an exhilarating opportunity waiting just for you! Join our dynamic team as a SAP Basis Consultant with a specialized focus on SAP Solution Manager! Ready to take the...

Junior Developer

Leading organisation within the "financial services and wealth management industry" requires a Junior Developer with 2 - 3 years relevant experience. This position is based in Sandton.Matric is essential Related programming Certificates / Diplomas / Qualifications...

Senior Power BI Developer

Join an esteemed global leader in the mining sector, renowned for its pioneering technologies and unwavering commitment to sustainable practices. We are currently seeking a seasoned Senior Power BI Developer to spearhead our data visualization initiatives at our...

Snr C#.NET Core Full-Stack Developer

JOB OVERVIEW / ROLE PURPOSE: As a C# Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the existing systems.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications: IT Diploma or Degree in Computer Science OR Relevant QualificationExperience & Skills:...

Business Analyst

Role:The role of the Business Analyst is to ensure the smooth and effective running the Intermediary Support and Compliance business systems and applications, related processes, and integration points with other systems and applications. The role is also responsible...

Developer – Junior at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...

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