Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

Canal+ makes formal offer to MultiChoice shareholders

Today, French media group Canal+ will make its mandatory offer to MultiChoice shareholders to acquire all the shares not already under its control. In April, Multichoice and Canal+ reached an agreement by which Canal+ would acquire the Multichoice group, offering...

Digital transformation a priority for African banks

A growing African population - forecast to be 2,49-billion by 2050 - coupled with spectacular increases in the number of devices such as smartphones and tablets (mobile phones now account for 75% of Web traffic in Africa) is the perfect recipe for an explosion in...

European Investment Bank backs SA vaccine production

The European Investment Bank, in close cooperation with the European Union, is planning to support large-scale investment by South Africa's specialist human vaccine manufacturer Biovac to increase development and manufacturing of vaccines and enable a quicker response...

Wearables see first decline as demand normalises

The global wearables market faced its first-ever decline during the first quarter of 2022 (1Q22) as unit shipments totaled 105,3-million units, down 3% year over year, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable...

Supply constraints in WLAN market set to worsen

According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, networks, and data center IT industries. Supply constraints plagued the wireless LAN market in 1Q22, and will likely worsen in 2Q22 as a...

2021 was a breakout year for the cellular IoT module industry

Annual shipments of cellular IoT modules increased by 39% in 2021 to reach 428-million units, according to a new research report from IoT analyst firm Berg Insight. Annual revenues grew faster at 54% to reach $5,3-billion, reflecting strong customer demand in a...

Youth urged to be mindful about money

It's no secret that South Africans don't have a great track record when it comes to debt. FNB recently revealed that credit-active middle-income consumers spend, on average, 30% of their income on unsecured credit and 35% on secured credit. To create a future...

UNCDF and IBM partner to address digital skills gap

UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is working with IBM to address the digital skills gap by delivering digital learning to youth and women, as part of UNCDF's Digital Futures initiative. IBM will support the implementation of Digital Futures through the IBM...

Business confidence slips in the second quarter

The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) dropped from 46 to 42 in the second quarter – a similar level to that recorded in the second half of 2021. Various shocks over the past year have contributed to keeping confidence this low and many uncertainties remain. A...

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Local IAUG chapter announces 2015 conference

The International Avaya Users Group (IAUG) has announced the annual South African Chapter Conference 2015, accommodating 200 Avaya solutions and services users in South Africa and Africa. It will take place from 23 to 26 August 2015 at the Legend Golf and Safari...

Ericsson AHUB to connect African innovators

Ericsson has announced that it will be hosting an innovation station named “Ericsson AHUB” in partnership with Informa at AfricaCom 2015, Cape Town, 17 to 19 November. The innovation station will bring together Africa’s leading entrepreneurs, tech start-ups and angel...

Nutanix, Citrix partner on virtualisation

Nutanix, the next-generation enterprise computing company, has announced it is working with Citrix to drive down the costs and infrastructure complexity of deploying new app and desktop virtualisation environments. In addition, Citrix is supporting the complete...

DCC offers Dell Inspiron 3000 series

When it comes to computing, feature-packed mobility is everything, and all of those extras you don’t need just end up adding to the price tag. The new Dell Inspiron 3000 Series from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) offers all of the features without the...

The future of business lies in the cloud

The evolution of cloud-based technology has dramatically changed the business landscape in the past few years, and the latest developments in technology are set to create even further disruption, says Peter Reid, SharePoint Solutions Head at Intervate, a T-Systems...

TransUnion 1Check wins at Smarties awards

TransUnion was recently recognised for its 1Check Mobile App at the 2015 South African MMA Standard Bank Smarties Awards by the Mobile Marketing Association of South Africa. The company won the category of Mobile apps at an event held on the 13th of August 2015, at...

New consulting sales director for EMC

EMC Southern Africa has appointed Charlene George as consulting sales director of its Global Services Division. Formerly Regional Sales Manager: Africa for Oracle Financial Services Consulting, George has 17 years’ experience in the financial services and IT...

Adapt IT on the rise

JSE Listed Adapt IT delivered another year of strong results to 30 June 2015, growing headline earnings per share 35%. Operating profit grew 89% while profit attributable to shareholders was up 52%. Organic growth was 18% while acquisitive growth added 24% to...

Epson announces new portable projectors

Epson has launched a new range of portable, high-quality projectors with enhanced connectivity and networking features. The projectors are ideal for use in meeting rooms and classrooms. This new range of portable projectors (EB-S27, EB-X27, EB-W29, EB-98H, EB-955WH...

Asus ROG announces GX860 Buzzard mouse

Asus Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the GX860 Buzzard gaming mouse. This ergonomic gaming mouse sits comfortably in the user’s hand, and is specially designed for marathon gaming sessions. ROG GX860 delivers ultra-precise cursor control, boasting a laser...

Developer – C# / React (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Highly innovative organisation which only employs the best. Their focus is on continual learning, constantly adapting and keeping ahead of the market. The focus is on R&D, you will have the opportunity to work on new projects (no boring legacy...

Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer at Reverside

Job Title: Full Stack Python Analytics EngineerJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer to join our dynamic IT [Email Address Removed] Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer will be responsible for building and launching...

First Line Techical Support – Azure – Western Cape Century City

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR CANDIDATES WHO HAS EXPERIENCE IN SUPPORTING CUSTOMERS IN O365 AND AZURE. YOU NEED TO RESIDE IN THE WESTERN CAPE. Our client is a dynamic company that combines centres of excellence in identity, endpoint, security and...

Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng

Job Title: Full Stack Python Analytics EngineerJob Summary:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer to join our dynamic IT [Email Address Removed] Full Stack Python Analytics Engineer will be responsible for building and launching...

Junior Business Analyst

Junior Business AnalystJoin a company that believes that everything is possible!The company, by increasing their experience and knowledge in the logistics arena, have expanded their global reach to become one of the leading players in the industry. A competitive...

SAP UI5 Software Developer (Advanced) 2627 TT

Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint documentABAP debugging beneficial (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements)Setting up the organization structure of...

Developer – Front-End at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client stands out as a recognised expert in automation technology, earning prestigious accolades for their innovative approach. Through the utilisation of state-of-the-art technology, they have positioned themselves as a prominent figure in global...

Angular Developer

Position: Angular DeveloperHire Resolves client is seeking a talented Angular Developer to join their team in Meyersdal, Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating innovative and user-friendly web applications using...

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