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...

Challenge to cut African airport emissions launched

SITA, the global leader in technology solutions for the air transport industry, and Innovate UK, the national innovation agency of the UK Government, have partnered to launch a challenge for global innovators. The goal is to develop solutions to curb carbon emissions...

Electric motor development lowers EV costs

The electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow; however, its growth has slowed significantly in Europe and the US in the first half of 2024. Dr James Edmondson, research director at IDTechEx A key route to reinvigorating growth will be the release of models in a...

Old cooking oil could solve diesel generation problems

Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex - Climate change has been caused by business decisions - and one of the reasons governments haven't been able to do anything about it is because, most often, it is not a government issue. And business decisions are quite hard to make,...

Global PC shipments continue to decline

Declines continued for the traditional PC market as global shipments totaled 74,3-million units during the third quarter of 2022 (3Q22), according to preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device...

Global collaboration in R&D key to economic success

Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex - Research and development investments play a critical role in future-proofing a nation's economy - and nations need to work together to solve the big global problems. That's the word from Dr Ray Johnson, CEO of Technology Innovation...

Seven technology disruptions that will impact sales

Sales leaders need to recognise, prioritise and respond to seven technology disruptions that will transform sales over the next five years, according to Gartner. They include: generative artificial intelligence (AI), digital twin of the customer, augmented...

Industrial computers targeted in Africa

According to the ICS threat landscape report by Kaspersky, in the first half of 2022 in the African regions, computers in the industrial control systems (ICS) environment were attacked using multiple means - malicious objects, phishing pages, and spyware. ICS...

Most banks still in early stage of hybrid cloud adoption

In the years since the 2008 financial crisis, banks have struggled with performance and profitability. Average return on equity (ROE) remains well below banking industry metrics, and cost to income ratio (CIR) has improved on average, but remains high. By Shanker...

Bumper growth forecast for metaverse

The metaverse market will record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 39,8% to reach $996-billion in 2030, as companies across the globe, including those in non-tech sectors, increasingly invest in the technology for better engagement with customers, brand...

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OneDayOnly and Hetzner join forces

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Dell debuts hybrid cloud solution

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Kaspersky patents virtual machine protection

Kaspersky Lab has patented a new technology designed to prioritise data-scanning tasks on virtual machines. The technology significantly speeds up processing of high-prioritise scan requests in real time, while maintaining virtual machine performance. The patent was...

Copyright Amendment Bill – SA’s latest IP minefield

It is no secret that South Africa's current copyright legislation is outdated and in dire need of an overhaul. So when news broke that government was set to publish a Copyright Amendment Bill in July this year, the IP fraternity was atwitter with excitement and...

Analytics gives banking a competitive edge

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Gemalto protects against card-not-present fraud

Gemalto has launched Dynamic Code Verification, a comprehensive payment security solution that protects against card-not-present (CNP) fraud on-line and ensures an easy user-experience cardholders have come to expect. This complete dynamic CVV/CVC solution includes an...

Jasco DataVoice delivers compliant voice recording for Netstar

When Altech Netstar, a sister company of Bytes Systems Integration (Bytes SI) and prominent internal customer within the Altron Group, required a new voice recording solution for compliance and training purposes in their contact centre, Bytes SI turned to Jasco...

Big data isn’t the problem – data copies are

In an age where big data is the mantra and terabytes quickly become petabytes, the surge in data quantities is causing the complexity and cost of data management to skyrocket. But it doesn't have to be like that, says Harold van Graan, sales director of Actifio South...

Senior Network Specialist at Paraocn – Gauteng Randpark

One of our clients is looking to hire a Senior Network Specialist on a 12 month contract. Key Responsibilities Seasoned understanding of networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and services.Seasoned proficiency in configuring and managing network devices such...

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Our client in the Insurance industry, based in Port Elizabeth, is currently looking to employ an Application Developer. An exciting career opportunity awaits you! Requirements:3 - 5 years' development experience (essential).Relevant Diploma / BCom / BSc / BTech...

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Be a part of a brand-new team that will be the support for users globally. An opportunity to grow your 1st and 2nd line support skills! Apply now!1ST / 2ND Line Support Engineer : Onsite role Experience Required:Desktop support experience.Knowledge MS Office Products...

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12-month contract that will be renewed. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior C# Developer to join our client's dynamic and innovative team.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing C#/.NET applications....

Microsoft Database Administrator

Database Installation and Configuration:Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances and related components.Ensure proper configuration settings for optimal database performance and security.Database Design and Implementation:Collaborate with...

1st / 2nd line support Engineer – Western Cape Western Cape

Be a part of a brand-new team that will be the support for users globally. An opportunity to grow your 1st and 2nd line support skills! Apply now!1ST / 2ND Line Support Engineer : Onsite role Experience Required:Desktop support experience.Knowledge MS Office Products...

C++ Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

12-month contract that will be renewed. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior C# Developer to join our client's dynamic and innovative team.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing C#/.NET applications....

Microsoft Database Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Database Installation and Configuration:Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances and related components.Ensure proper configuration settings for optimal database performance and security.Database Design and Implementation:Collaborate with...

Project Managers (x2 Wits RHI)

Main purpose of the job:The project manager/study coordinator is responsible for coordinating all clinical trial activities according to good clinical practice, the study protocol, and the site's standard operating proceduresLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow,...

Python Developer

12-month contract that will be renewed. As a Python Backend Developer, you will be responsible for implementing and enhancing backend functionality, transforming machine learning models into production-ready solutions, and integrating MLOps best practices. Your...

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