IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Flexible, AI-driven, multi-income careers: Gen Z wants it all

Gen Z professionals are rethinking their careers, embracing flexible, AI-enabled and multi-income pathways to build long-term earning potential, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). AI is not just another wave of innovation - it is part...

AI coding costs set to outstrip developer salaries

By 2028, AI coding costs will overtake the average developer’s salary due to rising large language model (LLM) token consumption and the shift to consumption-based licensing models, according to Gartner. AI tokens are the units of data processed by generative...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

Investors embrace AI for investment information

AI adoption has passed a definitive tipping point in the investment sector, according to BridgeWise’s inaugural State of AI for Wealth in 2026 report. The report – surveying 2 100 respondents across 19 countries – says 78,3% are already using AI tools for...

SA family businesses outperform global peers

In a time of uncertainty and rapid change, South African family businesses are showing exceptional resilience and growth – with many reporting double-digit sales growth in 2025. PwC’s South African Family Business Survey reveals what truly sets top-performing family...

NASA tracks glacial changes

For the first time, scientists have created a comprehensive global dataset revealing how the world's glaciers speed up and slow down with the seasons. Published in Science in November 2025, this groundbreaking study analysed over 36 million satellite image pairs -...

Safer Internet Day: Tips for safe and effective online learning

For the first time, people report that their primary motivation for using AI isn’t entertainment, but learning. In South Africa, where young people are some of the fastest-growing groups of internet users, many teenagers are especially excited about AI and digital...

OADC buys seven data centres from NTT Data

Kathy Gibson reports - Open Access Data Centres (OADC), part of the WIOCC group of companies, has acquired seven South African data centres from NTT Data. The data centres, in Bryanston, Parklands, Cape Town, Umhlanga, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and East London, were part...

Wearable tech will be worth $232bn

The wearable tech industry was worth $117,4-billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach $232,2-billion by 2030, with hearables and smartwatches as key growth drivers, supported by strong demand for health monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI) tools, according to...

Computing power is the new arms race

The market was left stunned as the Magnificent Seven or Big 7 tech giants (Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Tesla) reported results recently and outlined capex plans, projecting 40%-plus increases in their investment budgets for 2026. By Peter...

AI research aims to help children with epilepsy

After nearly a decade of uncontrolled seizures and repeatedly being told their child’s brain scans were “normal”, Matthew and Jenny Sanan have launched a BackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign to fund Project Unseen, a South African research initiative exploring how...

SA young scientists recognised at Taiwan International Science Fair

Two exceptional young scientists from Limpopo and the Western Cape have been recognised for their innovative research projects at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF). Karabo Mpuru, a former learner at Northern Academy in Polokwane, and Yu-Yao...

What salary should you be earning?

What is your job worth to employers? To answer that question, online recruitment platform Pnet has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report, including the 2026 Salary Guide. Based on actual salary offerings from thousands of vacancies posted across the company’s...

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Check Point and Illumio accelerate Zero Trust adoption

Check Point Software Technologies and breach containment company Illumio have announced a strategic partnership to help organisations strengthen security and advance their Zero Trust posture. The integration between the Check Point Infinity and Illumio Platforms...

Jobs Boost shows success of outcomes-based model

The latest quarterly report on the Jobs Boost Outcomes Fund shows the effectiveness of outcomes-based financing approaches. By the end of March, 5 442 excluded young people had been enrolled into programmes and more than 3 070 had been placed into quality jobs across...

The end of traditional CX – and the rise of consumer dictatorship

For years, companies have invested heavily in traditional customer experience (CX), believing that seamless interactions, intuitive digital journeys, and personalised service would lead to loyalty. By Dheeraj Gowrie, executive: assurance at Frogfoot Networks...

Coding Foundation brings tech economy to rural SA

Youth unemployment sits at a staggering 46,6%, but a new, non-profit initiative aims to train 10 000 rural youths to become coders with secured remote jobs after graduation - all within five years. The Africa Inspired Foundation (AIF) is launching a programme that is...

Global payroll system key to international expansion

Growth is a key goal for any business. This typically starts with expanding nationally by opening new locations, reaching more customers and increasing revenue. The next step is to take on the global market, tapping into a much larger audience and creating new...

Stronger relationships drive procurement excellence in Africa

Procurement is increasingly recognised as one of Africa’s most powerful economic levers. Public procurement accounts for an average of 17% of GDP across African countries, making it a key driver of infrastructure delivery, public service provision, and national...

Deepfakes and disinformation threaten business

Recenlty, at a typical South African braai, I found myself in a heated conversation with someone highly educated — yet passionately defending a piece of propaganda that had already been widely debunked. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and...

How the new world of work impacts business stakeholders

The South African workplace, like many others across the globe, has experienced significant changes in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. By Dr Chris Blair, group director of 21st Century These changes, while transformative and in some cases beneficial, have also...

POS could revolutionise SA’s auto industry

The South African automotive sector was lauded as one of the champions of the country’s economy, with the president announcing a variety of investment plans, industrialisation programmes and local production expansion. While larger operators are ahead of the curve...

Economic uncertainty drives increased risk of fraud

During periods of economic uncertainty - whether caused by tariffs, geopolitical events, or other market disruptions - the risk of fraud typically increases, as is common in any volatile financial environment. Malicious actors may look for ways to exploit the...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) 1916 – Gauteng Pretoria

Responsible for 24/7 operations as your main focus which includes incident handling and resolution.Design, develop, and maintain applications using C# and .NET Core.Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure.Develop and manage containerized...

Business Analyst at QES

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Business Analyst with experience in digital / financial and advisor facing space to join them on an independent contract basis Business Analyst - Advisor Digital Platforms ?? Bellville, Cape Town | Hybrid...

SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 1541

Development and creation of Planning Models for international production.Minimum Requirements:Qualifications/Experience:At least 10+ years SAP BW experience. Experience working in international teams. Business process knowledge in Finance area. Essential Skills...

Business Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a Business Analyst with experience in digital / financial and advisor facing space to join them on an independent contract basis Business Analyst - Advisor Digital Platforms ?? Bellville, Cape Town | Hybrid...

SAP Functional Consultant (Senior) 1541 – Gauteng Pretoria

Development and creation of Planning Models for international production.Minimum Requirements:Qualifications/Experience:At least 10+ years SAP BW experience. Experience working in international teams. Business process knowledge in Finance area. Essential Skills...

Senior Test Analyst (eCommerce)

My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for an eCommerce Senior Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Test Analyst in large-scale eCommerce environments.Hands-on...

SAP Functional Consultant (Chief Expert) 0105

Operational support for and execution of payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve...

Senior Test Analyst (eCommerce) – Western Cape Woodstock

My client based in Woodstock is currently looking for an eCommerce Senior Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Proven experience as a Senior Test Analyst in large-scale eCommerce environments.Hands-on...

SAP Functional Consultant (Chief Expert) 0105 – Gauteng Pretoria

Operational support for and execution of payroll runs in different countries.Functional support of business teams.Maintain payroll schemas and rules.Configure business requirements in payroll.Conduct Functional tests and System Integration tests.Manage and resolve...

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