PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Search trends show Saffers are keen on AI skills

Search interest in "AI" has reached a record high around the world and in South Africa, where searches have more than doubled (+120%) since the same period last year. Searches in South Africa for "what is AI" also increased by 20%, while searches for "how to use AI"...

July was a better month for salaries

The average nominal take-home pay measured in the BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) improved significantly in July amid the better business environment and recovering confidence levels. Despite the positive outcome, the persisting unemployment crisis still...

Intel and Broadcom in Wi-Fi 7 milestone

Intel and Broadcom have showcased the industry's first cross-vendor Wi-Fi 7 demonstration, with over-the-air speeds greater than 5 gigabits per second. The trial used an Intel Core processor-based laptop with a Wi-Fi 7 solution connected to a Broadcom Wi-Fi 7 access...

Don’t miss Saucecode at AI Expo

The countdown to AI Expo has begun. On 19 and 20 September 2022 Sandton Convention Centre will play host to companies demonstrating the business value in smart processes and automation. Saucecode is a South African start-up that is taking on the global automation...

Disruption rife as cybercrime hits home

Kathy Gibson reports – Cybersecurity is a very polarising issue – companies are either convinced they will never be attacked or they are completely paranoid. This is an observation from Akhilesh Tuteja, global cyber security practice co-leader at KPMG, who goes on to...

Cybersecurity is a big focus for African organisations

The cyber landscape in Africa is highly dynamic and rapidly evolving, propelled by widespread digitisation and matched by adequate investments in protecting assets and data from cyber threats. In fact, KPMG Africa’s Africa Cyber Security Outlook 2022 survey, launched...

Surprise disruptions that could blindside CIOs

CIOs must take time to consider "what if" scenarios to avoid being blindsided by social, behavioural and technological disruptions. David Yockelson, vice-president analyst at Gartner, says many disruptions that seem futuristic may be closer than we think. "Disruptions...

These trends are driving metaverse technology adoption

Six trends are driving the use of metaverse technologies today and will continue to drive its use over the next three to five years, according to Gartner. Marty Resnick, vice-president analyst at Gartner says that, while widescale adoption of metaverse technologies is...

BETI dips again as economy struggles to gain momentum

The monthly BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), a fast indicator of underlying economic trends in the South African economy, tracked lower levels in August, mirroring the challenging economic environment. "The BETI index level moderated further to...

SDGs are off track, but progress is still possible

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has released its sixth annual Goalkeepers Report, noting that nearly every indicator of the UN Sustainable Development Goals is off track at the halfway point for achieving them by 2030. Despite significant setbacks caused by...

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IndigoCube becomes IBM Security business partner

IndigoCube has been appointed an IBM Security Solutions business partner. The move is a strategic one for IndigoCube, says the head of its security division, Godfrey Kutumela, given the growing importance of data security in a business environment characterised...

What’s ahead for the BI industry in 2016?

As the saying goes, change is the only constant. In the BI technology space, that rings especially true. But even with technology ever changing and data users' demands morphing, we learned that some factors of our industry have remained status quo. BI and analytics...

Interactive game targets HIV/AIDS education

A free new mobile-friendly interactive game that will teach young adults in Sub-Saharan Africa about HIV and AIDS prevention will be launched early next year. In the SwaziYolo, game players will be able to take on a role or avatar of their choice and become characters...

Hardware-based videoconferencing still has a place

The rapid expansion of the market for software-based videoconferencing and tele-presence solutions has not yet - and will most probably never - replace the need for dedicated, room-based solutions among mid-sized and large South African organisations. That's according...

Advanced electronic signatures crucial for productivity

Enterprises have already saved millions by switching their legacy processes to digital, but when it comes to actual transactions many still rely on old paper-based processes, writes Avi Rose, regional sales manager: Africa at DocuSign. The challenges and costs...

Altron makes progress on head office consolidation

JSE listed Allied Electronics Corporation Limited (Altron) is well advanced with a number of initiatives aimed at making the business more efficient and streamlined. The latest in the group's cost reduction exercises is the relocation of the Altech and Bytes head...

Neotel deploys integrated packet optical solution

Neotel has deployed the ADVA FSP 3000 and Juniper PTX3000 to create a flexible, dynamic and integrated packet optical network architecture. One of South Africa's leading service providers, Neotel is using the multi-layer network to respond to enormous bandwidth growth...

Itec changes hands, is 100% local

Itec, the business solutions and print automation company, is now 100% South African-owned. This follows the purchase of all the issued shares in the Itec group by a consortium comprising the Itec management team, Investec Bank and Khulasande Capital, a black-owned...

Personalised shopping experiences coming soon

With the rise of industrialisation, shopping became a mass market, impersonal experience. Today however, we are seeing a significant trend back to an experience-driven economy, writes Jaco Barnard, head of retail at Wipro South Africa. Personalisation has become an...

How M2M will revolutionise the automobile sector

The technology industry's love affair with the so-called Internet of Things (IoT) continues unabated, writes Michael Frans, head of business operations: automotive at T-Systems South Africa. Technologists in almost every industry are touting the future of connected...

Junior IT Technician – Western Cape Franschhoek

Our Client is looking for a Junior IT Technician to Join their teamArea/Location: Franschhoek, Cape Town Summery:The ideal candidate will be a professional person, capable of working in a 5-star hospitality environment as part of a small team, interacting with staff,...

Senior Business Analyst

Required Qualifications and Experience Be in possession of a BSc Information Systems/ National Diploma Information Technology or Equivalent Qualification.Have 5 - 7 years of strong generic business processes modelling experience in next-generation modelling tools and...

Junior Systems Engineer at Sodexo

We looking for a Junior Systems The successful candidate will be required to offer IT Support services to internal users across the board. Support will be conducted either telephonically, via TeamViewer Remote Support, or in person, around various parts of South...

Financial Analyst Developer (SQL)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Software Solutions Provider specializing in Financial Risk systems seeks the expertise of a Financial Analyst Developer (SQL) to join its Fund Data Services Team where you will conduct new feature analysis and drive development on the platform...

Python Developer

We are seeking a Python Developer to join our team. The successful person will be responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining Python-based applications under the guidance of an Architect and Business Analyst/ Product Owner. These applications may be on...

Vue.JS Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

We're looking for a Developer whose main focus will be Vue Development, but who can also add value, and has experience using, Java and Spring Boot. You will have the opportunity to work with team members in South Africa, Ireland and America. Your...

Automation Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Title: Automation Analyst Contract: Till Dec 2024 (with renewals in 12 months increments) Industry: Financial Services Environment: Hybrid (2 days on-site in Pinelands, Cape Town) JOB DESCRIPTION:The Automation Analyst is responsible for discovering, modelling, and...

Devops Engineer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a software development company specializing in architecture consulting, systems integration services, and bespoke software solutions. Their mission is to make technology an asset for businesses, seamlessly integrating it to provide leverage...

Test Analyst

We're looking for an experienced Test Analyst to join our team. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and contribute to the success of our organization.What you'll do:End-to-end Functional/ Manual...

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