AI platform investments will push ICT spend to $4trn in 2026

Global spending on information and communications technology (ICT) is forecast to reach $4-trillion in 2026 and surpass $6-trillion by 2029, according to the latest update of the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide ICT Spending Guide Enterprise and SMB by...

Fraud attacks escalate faster than business defences

South African businesses are facing an unprecedented and rapidly evolving threat from fraud, with two-thirds (66%) reporting a surge in losses over the past year, according to new research commissioned by Experian. The study, conducted by Forrester Consulting, reveals...

January salaries rise ahead of expected Budget relief

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the nominal net salaries of an estimated 2,1-million salary earners in South Africa, increased marginally in January 2026, offering some good news to earners. However, attention now turns to tomorrow’s National Budget, with...

Hubble Telescope identifies one of the darkest known galaxies

In the vast tapestry of the universe, most galaxies shine brightly across cosmic time and space. Yet a rare class of galaxies remains nearly invisible - low-surface-brightness galaxies dominated by dark matter and containing only a sparse scattering of faint stars....

Dove challenges AI representation of beauty

Dove has launched a report titled The Real State of Beauty, a global study that aims to understand how beauty impacts women and girls today. A staggering 63% of South African women - and 35% of girls aged 10 to 17 - grapple with mid to low levels of "body esteem" and...

The whole truth about whole grains

According to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - The Whole Truth about Whole Grains - there is huge opportunity in food system transformation, but it's critical to change what is grown, processed, and consumed thoughtfully and gradually. Currently, most...

Modest spike in Q1 app downloads

According to data from StockApps.com, the combined Apple App Store and Google Play downloads amounted to roughly 36,9-billion in Q1 2022 - growth of 11% in year-over-year download totals. StockApps.com's Edith Reads says that the results were due to demand in a number...

The impact of hybrid working on company culture

Seventy-six percent of HR leaders feel that hybrid work challenges employees' connection to organisational culture, according to a recent survey by Gartner. A February 2022 Gartner poll of more than 200 HR leaders reveals the most challenging aspect of setting their...

MS Sites eats into Google’s search market

Microsoft Sites has increased its market share by 76% with its market share growing from 15,2% in January 2012 to 26,8% in January 2022, according to research by TradingPlatforms.com. The biggest loser from Microsoft Sites' surge is Google Search Engine. Although its...

NASA detects ‘heat islands’ in extreme Indian heat wave

A relentless heat wave has blanketed India and Pakistan since mid-March, causing dozens of deaths, fires, increased air pollution and reduced crop yields, and weather forecasts show no prospect of relief any time soon. NASA's Ecosystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer...

Google top tech donor combating Covid

Google has donated $1,4-billion towards combating the Covid-19 pandemic making it the largest donor for that cause, according to StockApps.com. "Google has been putting its words into action in the campaign against Covid-19. They have so far made 31 donations totaling...

IBM looks to address AI adoption challenges

In today's hybrid cloud reality, distributed data holds the key to unlocking value through new business and operational insights. However, according to the "Global AI Adoption Index 2021," conducted by Morning Consult and commissioned by IBM, data complexity and data...

Steady growth for aftermarket car telematics devices

The number of active aftermarket car telematics units will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11,6% from 87,4-million at the end of 2021 to 151,6-million at the end of 2026, according to new research from Berg Insight. Berg Insight's definition of an...

CPI close to 6% for third month

The annual change in the consumer price index (CPI) was 5,9% in April, unchanged from 5,9% in March. The monthly rate decreased to 0,6% from 1,0%. This is the third time in five months that the annual rate was 5,9%, testing the 6% upper limit of the South African...

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Will you disrupt or be disrupted by your industry?

Technology underpins the ability of South African companies to innovate continuously, spurring growth, writes Indran Naick, cloud ecosystems and enterprise development leader at IBM South Africa. Across the continent we see more and more forward-thinking empowering...

4K monitors revolutionise the computer display

Computer monitors have come a long way from the bulky CRT screens of the 1980s, from plasma screens and LCDs to LED and high definition displays, writes Bruce Byrne, Philips product specialist at Drive Control Corporation. The evolution of the computer screen has...

Progress offers free tools for app developers

Progress has announced the release of Progress OpenEdge Developer Kit: Classroom Edition, a downloadable application development toolkit for the next generation of business application developers. In an effort to expand their knowledge of business application...

Protect equipment from damaging transient voltage

Given the on-going power challenges in the South African market, the majority of enterprises are now fully on board with the requirement for backup power solutions such as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), writes Marco Da Silva, MD: Power Solutions at The Jasco...

Smart and simple presents new paradigm shift for utilities

The utilities sector is in the grips of a shifting reality, writes Pedro Guerreiro, head of sales: energy and natural resources at SAP Africa. The energy business model is under immense pressure: as Gartner reflected recently, energy is moving from a century-old model...

Samsung debuts Galaxy Note5

Samsung has launched its latest phablet, the new Galaxy Note5, with enhanced security features, applications and functionality; boasing a 5.7 inch Super AMOLED display.

Kaspersky Lab extends Scuderia Ferrari sponsorship

Kaspersky Lab has announced the continuation of its sponsorship contract with the Scuderia Ferrari Formula One racing team. The new five-year contract will be valid from 2017 until 2021. Eugene Kaspersky, chairman and CEO of Kaspersky Lab, says: "I'm thrilled that...

Latest intelligent design technology enhances fleet insurance

Guardrisk, South Africa's leading specialist cell captive insurance group, offers a new technology that will ensure the best cover and peace of mind, when it comes to insuring company cars and fleet insurance. Guardrisk, in conjunction with Genasys Technologies, has...

Axle Software runs Nigerian duty free stores

When Tourvest Heinemann Duty Free Nigeria opened a world-class duty free store in Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, as part of its growth strategy into Africa, the company chose Axle Control retail software from End2End Retail to power its operations....

New channel sales lead for EMC

EMC Southern Africa has appointed Chipo Msimanga as its channel sales team lead for the Gauteng region. With more than 20 years' experience in IT sales, Msimanga joined EMC in May 2014. Her career spans channel and direct sales roles across the spectrum of sales...

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Large company in Pretoria looking to fill this urgent roleFull Stack Java Developer (Senior) Product / Feature Team Information (if applicable)PICOP / Launch enabling systemsESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· Java EE· JavaScript + JS UI frameworks (Angular, NodeJS)· Java...

Senior Developer (Front-End) – Hybrid at Construct Executive Search

Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer or Engineering Sciences.Must have 8-10 years of experience as a Senior Front-end developer in software development.Must have knowledge of the SDLC...

System Integration Engineer (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Stellenbosch

ENVIRONMENT:CONTRIBUTE to the design, implementation and maintenance of integration environments, development of software frameworks, procedures and applications to integrate systems as your technical expertise as a System Integration Engineer is sought by a prominent...

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SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER Location: Centurion, Pretoria.Package: R70 000pm - R75 000pm CTC The Software Developer will be responsible for the development of software and software modifications using C++, Java, C#, or other identified languages.The role involves...

AWS Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client in the Banking Industry is looking for a Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) to join their team for a 12-month contract. As a Cloud Database Administrator, you will be responsible for managing the databases used by program on AWS. This includes database...

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ENVIRONMENT:A prominent industrial IoT company in South Africa that specializes in AI-augmented solutions for digital productivity, workplace safety, and employee healthcare is currently in search of a Field Support Engineer. The role involves the installation and...

Software Developer – Developer and Verification Testing

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT VERIFICATION AND TESTING Location: Centurion, Pretoria.Report to: Software managerPackage: R30 000pm - R45 000pm CTC The successful individual will take responsibility for design, development, and integration of terrain-related functionality in...

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