Telco industry embraces GenAI
It's been five years since the telecommunications industry first deployed 5G networks to drive new performance levels for customers and unlock new value for telcos. But that industry milestone has been overshadowed by the emergence of generative AI (GenAI) and the...
AMD powers AI track inspection for Japanese bullet train
Japanese bullet train operator JR Kyushu Railway Company is using the AMD Kria K26 System-on-Module (SOM) to automate track inspection. The AI-based solution replaces traditional methods of inspecting miles of track on foot, creating significant efficiencies by...
James Webb Space Telescope sees its first star
The James Webb Space Telescope is nearing completion of the first phase of the months-long process of aligning the observatory’s primary mirror using the Near Infrared Camera (NIRCam) instrument. The team’s challenge was twofold: confirm that NIRCam was ready to...
Trends that will shape CIO decisions over the coming year
As industries bounce back from the economic turbulence of the last two years, International Data Corporation (IDC) believes there are three broad themes that will shape the tech investment decisions of CIOs and the organisations they represent through 2022 and beyond....
Africa will benefit from compact cities, focus on sustainable transport
In Africa, growing rural-to-urban migration and rising incomes have led to an increase in private vehicle use. A focus on public transport, e-buses, walking and cycling is critical to avoiding road fatalities, greenhouse emissions and congestion. A new study by the...
Beware of deepfakes, catfishing, social engineering this Valentine’s Day
Finding love online might be a risky prospect due to scammers and catfishing - and it has grown even more dangerously with the emergence of deepfakes. According to FortiGuard Labs' Cyber Threat Predictions for 2022, deepfakes are a growing concern because they use AI...
Intel commits to blockchain accelerator
Intel will contribute to the development of blockchain technologies with a roadmap of energy-efficient accelerators. This is the word from Raja Koduri, senior vice-president and GM: Accelerated Computing Systems and Graphics Group at Intel, who writes: "Exponential...
Bitcoin put to the test over geopolitics
Geopolitical issues, including the heightening Ukraine-Russia tensions, will drive bitcoin's increasing adoption and higher values this year - despite a recent drop. This prediction from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as more than 100 000 Russian troops mass...
Tourism leaders call for urgent action to protect oceans
Tourism's central role in advancing the blue economy was highlighted as UNWTO chaired a special session and joined a Heads of State panel at the One Ocean Summit, hosted by the French Presidency this week. In a session on "Tourism in the Blue Economy" co-hosted with...
IBM refutes claims of age discrimination
Reports that IBM practices systemic ageism surfaced this weekend as some former employees are suing the company over discrimination claims. Nickle LaMoreaux, chief human resources officer, has sent an open letter to IBM employees refuting the claims. "Discrimination...
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POPI: the race to data safety
The passing of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI) into South African law in 2013 and the imminent appointment of an Information Regulator has forced local businesses to sit up and listen as they are given a deadline of a year to comply, says Gregory...
Transport industry needs BI
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Customer experience starts with staff
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Zebra introduces rugged mobile printers
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Schneider Electric introduces Smart UPS C
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Controlling the cyber schoolyard
Electronic technology has given traditional bullies an expansive platform from which to harass, threaten, embarrass or target another person, resulting in serious emotional consequences for children, tweens and teenagers. By definition, according to...
Understanding zero-day exploits and attacks
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Fibre unleashes limitless creativity
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WiFi calling service from AlwaysOn Calling
AlwaysOn, a WiFi provider, has launched AlwaysOn Calling for Android smartphones. AlwaysOn Calling lets users make calls over WiFi or their cellular data package, a much cheaper way of calling then using your mobile network. All users have to do register from the...
New line-up of Inspiron devices from Dell
Dell has announced at Computex 2015 a comprehensive new line-up of Inspiron devices, offering a wide range of technology solutions to meet families’ everyday computing needs. Adding to Dell’s award-winning consumer product line up, the new portfolio includes the...
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Design, Development and maintenance on platform/applicationDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsReview code of team members in line with quality and delivery requirementsAbility and willingness to coach and give training to fellow...
Senior Network Engineer
Senior Network Engineer - Western Cape, Cape Town (Permanent)Want to take your career to the next level in an organisation led by Innovation? Our client is on the prowl for their next successor in a Senior Network Engineer vacancy.Key Responsibilities: Ensure wireless...
Java Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
Are you passionate about driving innovation in the motor industry and possess 6+ years' experience in CI/CD? Our client invites you to join their dynamic team.RESPONSIBILITIESUnderstand and document business requirements, creating AS-IS and TO-BE documents, obtaining...
JavaScript Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 1991 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, Development and maintenance on platform/applicationDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsReview code of team members in line with quality and delivery requirementsAbility and willingness to coach and give training to fellow...
Senior Network Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Senior Network Engineer - Western Cape, Cape Town (Permanent)Want to take your career to the next level in an organisation led by Innovation? Our client is on the prowl for their next successor in a Senior Network Engineer vacancy.Key Responsibilities: Ensure wireless...
Test Analyst
12 months renewaable contract3 years IT Diploma/ Degree (Software Development) 5 to 8 years' experience in Software Testing.3 to 5 Experience in Relational database management system (Oracle, SQL Server, My SQetc) 3 to 5 years experienced in conducting ETL/BI and...
Controls Software Engineer
They must have experience in Python, Git, Test-Driven Development, Test Automation & Continuous Integration. They should have or be willing to acquire experience in the TANGO toolkit including TANGO device development and client-side tools, understanding of...
Network Analyst at Electrolux
Reports to Operational Manager - IT Employee Experience Lead ZA Functional Area - IT Division- IT YourRole TheTechnical Support Engineer main role is to ensure proper IT operations so that end users can accomplish business tasks. This includes resolving network...
Test Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
12 months renewaable contract3 years IT Diploma/ Degree (Software Development) 5 to 8 years' experience in Software Testing.3 to 5 Experience in Relational database management system (Oracle, SQL Server, My SQetc) 3 to 5 years experienced in conducting ETL/BI and...
Controls Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
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