Unmanaged AI poses new ‘shadow agent’ crisis

A growing “shadow agent” crisis threatens to overwhelm businesses. According to the Veeam Software’ latest research, organisations across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are battling unmanaged AI on two fronts. On the data security front, 70% of organisations...

A third of employees laid off due to AI will need to be rehired

As AI continues to accelerate the pace and scope of work, CIOs must prepare for four shifts that will influence the future of work, says Gartner. “When business and IT executives look back on the early AI-era, they will realise their greatest mistake was believing...

IT channel pivots to add value as AI takes off

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape - Artificial intelligence (AI) may be at the peak of the hype cycle, but this doesn’t detract from the value that the technology will bring to the industry. That’s the word from Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle, who...

Network to the fore as agentic AI adoption takes off

In the era of agentic AI, the network is becoming the critical foundation for trust, security and the seamless operating models through which people and AI can build the future. However, as organisations move quickly to gain an advantage from AI, a significant gap has...

Humanoid robots are ready to start work

The advent of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in 2022 revolutionised humanoid robotics, allowing for task execution without explicit programming. As developed nations grapple with labor shortages from aging populations and declining birth rates, the demand for automation grows....

Intel debuts AI PC Intel Core Ultra desktop processors

Intel has launched the new Intel Core Ultra 200S series processor family that will scale AI PC capabilities to desktop platforms and usher in the first enthusiast desktop AI PCs.  Led by the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 285K, the latest generation of enthusiast...

Despite recession, IT and business services remain resilient

Worldwide IT and business services revenue is expected to grow (in constant currency) 5,7% this year and 5,2% in 2023, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Services Tracker. In nominal dollar denominated revenue based on today's...

New Oracle Interconnect for Microsoft Azure region opens in SA

Oracle has announced the opening of a new Oracle Interconnect for Microsoft Azure location in Johannesburg, providing direct connectivity between the Oracle Cloud Johannesburg region and the Microsoft Azure South Africa North region. With the latest Oracle...

ATM/PoS malware activity back to pre-Covid levels

In 2020, the number of attacks on ATMs and PoS terminals significantly decreased due to the pandemic. Now, with old spending patterns back, threat actors' activity is on the up again. HydraPoS and AbaddonPoS are the most widespread malware families in 2022, accounting...

Global computer vision market set to hit $33bn by 2030

The global computer vision (CV) market will be worth $32,8-billion in 2030, up from $12.5 billion in 2021 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. According to GLobalData's latest thematic report, 'Computer Vision', the explosion in the volume of visual data,...

Without network modernisation, business growth is stifled

NTT's 2022 Global Network Report has found that 70% of CEOs believe their network maturity level is negatively affecting their business delivery. The adoption of hybrid, distributed work environments with multiple connected devices is erupting through enterprises but,...

JSE Investment Challenge winners shine

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has announced that the 2022 top traders in the JSE Investment Challenge whose investment portfolios showed better returns than the all-share index, an incredible achievement given the prevailing trading environment. This year's...

Digital reading and its role in child mental health

In South Africa, where two out of three children face mental health challenges, and approximately one in seven have a treatable mental health condition - most children will carry the brain burden through to adulthood, due to the country's chronic lack of specialists...

Legal departments are underusing maturing technologies

Many legal departments are struggling to implement emerging technologies while also failing to adopt some of the the most impactful legal and compliance technologies, according to Gartner. “The technology landscape in legal and compliance has been dynamic in recent...

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E-signatures gain traction in SA

Successful companies have a long history of leveraging technology to replace slow, complicated, manual processes to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. Liz De Freitas, account manager at AdvanceNet says, in spite of this drive, many...

CA drives agility in application development

CA Technologies has announced the release of new products and enhancements that help its customers operate with agility, enabling them to evolve, grow and protect their business in the application economy. "Not all businesses are on equal footing - some are forging...

Everything you need to know about connecting abroad

With the December holidays only a few weeks away, many executives, business owners and entrepreneurs will be planning to take their work away with them. Few people can afford to completely disconnect from the office, particularly at a time when businesses of all sizes...

HR is more about humans and less about resources

Human resources management ... Isn't it strange to still use a 21st century phrase to describe the complex and delicate art of trying to get the best from the people who drive our businesses? Anja van Beek, vice-president: people at Sage International (Africa,...

Developments and scenarios for Africa’s satellite landscape

Technology is forever changing; and change has become so constant and prevalent in the technology world that we sometimes don't really appreciate the possible impact of these changes on our current and future business landscape, writes Dr Dawie de Wet, CEO of Q-KON....

Transparency in the broker channel for effective risk assessment

Insurance brokers are a traditional part of the channel for the sale of short-term and life insurance products to customers. Typically, their financial advisors develop relationships with consumers and assist them with managing their insurance requirements, writes...

The next generation of enterprise IT

Jason Dover, director of product line management, KEMP Technologies, looks at how startups and microservices are shaking up the world of enterprise IT and how the traditional industry player are responding. In today's technology ecosphere, small, nimble service and...

Local tech company opens its doors for global #3dprintingday

3D printing company CAD House is opening its doors to the general public on 3 December 2015 as part of a global initiative called Global 3D Printing Day. CAD House is an authorised distributor and service agent of 3D printing equipment, 3D scanners and related...

Double profitability with cloud ERP

Cloud ERP has gained favour over the past several years at the expense of the traditional on premise deployment models. This is particularly true for midmarket companies where cloud solutions can provide significant benefits due to their low cost, scalability,...

How to minimise the security threat

Very few people escape the unpleasant experience of being defrauded at least once in their lifetime, but how you react to it can minimise the damage it causes to your psyche and your wallet. There are many different ways fraudsters can dip into your pockets, and with...

Java Developer at Amar AI Ranking

Job Title: Java Developer Job Description: We are currently seeking a highly skilled Java Developer with a strong background in building scalable, predictable, high-quality, and high-performance web applications. This is a full-time position located at 5401 W Kennedy...

Linux Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior/Intermediate Linux Engineer. The ideal candidate must have foundational experience in Linux system administration and basic public cloud skills. This role involves maintaining and supporting our Linux-based...

Java Developer at Amar AI Ranking – Remote Remote

Job Title: Java Developer Job Description: We are currently seeking a highly skilled Java Developer with a strong background in building scalable, predictable, high-quality, and high-performance web applications. This is a full-time position located at 5401 W Kennedy...

Linux Engineer – Gauteng Gauteng

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior/Intermediate Linux Engineer. The ideal candidate must have foundational experience in Linux system administration and basic public cloud skills. This role involves maintaining and supporting our Linux-based...

Application Engineer at SA Power Services (Pty) Ltd

SA Power is seeking a talented and driven Application Engineer to join our dynamic team in the exciting field of industrial automation. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the engineering team to develop application solutions for our clients in the industrial...

Senior Full Stack Developer

Full Stack Developer"Exciting Opportunity for Full Stack Developers!Are you a coding virtuoso looking to make your mark in the digital realm? Join our conglomerate client's team as a Full Stack Developer and immerse yourself in a world of innovation and creativity. As...

Senior Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Full Stack Developer"Exciting Opportunity for Full Stack Developers!Are you a coding virtuoso looking to make your mark in the digital realm? Join our conglomerate client's team as a Full Stack Developer and immerse yourself in a world of innovation and creativity. As...

Senior Developer (Xamarin_MAUI) – EvdB

Key responsibilities include:• Conducting code reviews• Performing functional and technical testing• Designing and maintaining solution architecture• Training and mentoring other developers• Creating and implementing backend and frontend components and services•...

Junior Data Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

Hire Resolve is currently seeking a Junior Data Analyst to join their client's team in Pretoria. As a Junior Data Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting, organizing, and analyzing data to support business decision-making. The ideal candidate is...

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