AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

AI leaders join call for a slowdown in new developments

The call for a global slowdown on artificial intelligence (AI) development is gaining traction, with the leaders of the some of the world’s largest AI companies adding their voices. On Saturday, Anthropic CEO Dr Dario Amodei penned an essay calling for AI companies to...

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...

Nobel prize in physics honours AI/ML pioneers

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 to John J Hopfield of Princeton University and Geoffrey E Hinton of the University of Toronto. This year’s two Nobel Laureates in Physics used tools from physics to develop methods that...

PC shipments dip, despite recovery economy

Even though the global economy shows signs of recovery, worldwide shipments of traditional PCs dipped 2,4% year-over-year (YoY) to 68,8-million units, during the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24), according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation...

Amid shifting threats, cybersecurity is more important than ever

Visa has an updated look at how fraud has evolved since the height of the pandemic, with criminals simultaneously targeting online and offline vulnerabilities as our daily lives return to a blend of in-person and e-commerce experiences. “As in-person commerce returns...

African users hit by malicious WhatsApp mod

Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new malicious version of a popular WhatsApp messenger mod dubbed YoWhatsApp. Popular for having features that the official app does not offer, this mod spreads the notorious Triada mobile Trojan, which can download other...

Big data trends impacting the future of clinical research

The convergence of four trends - some of which have accelerated due to the pandemic - is transforming the research industry. Virtualisation and  disintermediation are changing access to research and its findings. Thanks to digital health and the Internet of Medical...

Hybrid working improves employee wellbeing

South Africans who participate in hybrid working models have experienced better overall wellness in areas such as mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. This is according to the Cisco Global Hybrid Work Report, a study published to provide insight into the impact...

Security information, event management spend to pass $6,4bn

A new study from Juniper Research has found that the total business spend on security identity and event management (SIEM) will exceed $6,4-billion globally by 2027, from just over $4,4-billion in 2022. It predicts that this growth of 45% will be driven by the...

Do AI models process things the same way as the human brain?

Deep Neural Networks – part of the broader family of machine learning – have become increasingly powerful in everyday real-world applications such as automated face recognition systems and self-driving cars. Researchers use Deep Neural Networks, or DNNs, to model the...

5G is paving the path to the metaverse

As 5G uptake in many parts of the world bridges the milestone from early adopters to mass adoption, major new Ericsson research underlines consumers' growing commitment to 5G and their expectations on next-generation uses cases. Called 5G: The Next Wave, the Ericsson...

Cloud empowers disabled contact centre agents

Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex - Physically disabled people around the world all face the same problems when it comes to holding down a meaningful job. Not only are companies often reluctant to hire people with physical disabilities, but they face the problem of...

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Sage debuts HR Management in Nigeria

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Legacy backup is dead, long live availability

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Leveraging the value of big data

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Protect yourself from a surge in cybercrime

Online fraud is on the increase in South Africa, with criminals seeing individuals' online banking accounts as particularly rich pickings. By Zane Renou, chief commercial officer at Cellfind Cybercrime, of which online banking scams account for significant portion, is...

Vox Telecom launches Sitebuilder for SMEs

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HelpOut app connects users with services

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Huawei partners with Rapid Response

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Destroy data with MAXXeGUARD

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Kemp offers load balancing as a service

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Network Engineer (CPT) (EE)

ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE the maintenance of customer ICT networks while contributing to high-level support such as strategic planning of network upgrades and performance analyses as the next Network Engineer urgently sought to join the Cape Town division of a dynamic...

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ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Enterprise Software Solutions seeks the coding talents of a deadline-driven Intermediate C# / SQL Developer who enjoys solving complex problems. Your role will entail App design, critical software testing, troubleshooting operating...

Business Analysis Manager – Remote Remote

A leading distributor of Electrical Products and Solutions across South Africa. With a strong focus on innovation and customer service, they cater to a diverse range of industries including Industrial, Commercial, Residential, and Infrastructure projects.We are...

Java Developer at CEIPAL – STG – Remote Remote

JobTitle: Java DeveloperPlace of Work (City/State): Hyderabad, 500089Start Date: July/2024Duration: 6 Months to 1 yearShift Schedule: (8 Hour) / 40 Hour GuaranteeResponsibilities: A Java Developer is responsible for the design, development, and management of...

Network Engineer (CPT) (EE) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE the maintenance of customer ICT networks while contributing to high-level support such as strategic planning of network upgrades and performance analyses as the next Network Engineer urgently sought to join the Cape Town division of a dynamic...

Software Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...

Full Stack Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A fast-paced & growing provider of cutting-edge FinTech software solutions for the Property sector seeks the expertise of a Full Stack Developer who is an expert JavaScript developer and skilled with [URL Removed] and has ample experience working with...

Java Developer at CEIPAL – STG

JobTitle: Java DeveloperPlace of Work (City/State): Hyderabad, 500089Start Date: July/2024Duration: 6 Months to 1 yearShift Schedule: (8 Hour) / 40 Hour GuaranteeResponsibilities: A Java Developer is responsible for the design, development, and management of...

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ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Software Solutions & Real-Time Data Analytics seeks a highly skilled Junior Business Analyst who will bridge the gap between IT and the business using data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements, and deliver...

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