Nvidia expands AI collaboration with Microsoft
The latest AI models developed by Microsoft, including the Phi-3 family of small language models, are being optimized to run on Nvidia GPUs and made available as Nvidia NIM inference microservices. Other microservices developed by Nvidia, such as the cuOpt route...
Young SA scientists shine at Regeneron ISEF
South African young scientists made a remarkable impression by securing both a Special Award and a Community Award at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The Regeneron ISEF was held at the Los Angeles Convention Centre from 11 to 17 May...
Supply constraints hurt hardcopy sales
Despite the continuing supply chain issues affecting the Western European hardcopy market, 1Q22 was a relatively good quarter for some, but still pretty bad for others. Widely publicised supply chain issues for hardware, toner, and ink have now been compounded in some...
SAP Code Week upskills 1,8m young learners
The 2021 edition of SAP Africa Code Week (ACW) saw more than 1,8-million young people between the ages of 8 and 16 equipped with 21st century learning and coding skills via 41 000 workshops held across the continent. Since 2020, there has been a 23% increase in youths...
Decline in mental health could be linked to increased smartphone use
Your weekly smartphone usage report can be a startling reminder of how much time you spend on your phone but for younger people, who have grown up with smartphones, it could also be a sign of a more severe problem. A new study, "The Deteriorating Social Self of...
Worldwide digital transformation investments set to reach $1,8trn
Global spending on the digital transformation (DX) of business practices, products, and organisations is forecast to reach $1,8-trillion in 2022, an increase of 17,6% over 2021. According to a new update to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Digital...
IBM plans to deliver 4 000+ qubit system
BM has announced the expansion of its roadmap for achieving large-scale, practical quantum computing. This roadmap details plans for new modular architectures and networking that will allow IBM quantum systems to have larger qubit-counts - up to hundreds of thousands...
Dis-Chem data compromise another warning for SA organisations
The recent cybersecurity breach to Dis-Chem's customer database should be seen as a warning to under-threat South African organisations, according to Check Point Software Technologies. According to Dis-Chem, almost 3,7-million of its customers' personal information,...
Using HTML attachments allows phishers to avoid detection
Kaspersky experts are warning users about the growing threat coming from the increased numbers of phishing emails containing HTML files. From January to April 2022, Kaspersky researchers blocked nearly 2-million phishing emails containing HTML attachments. Using HTML...
African travel and tourism could create 14m new jobs
The World Travel & Tourism Council's latest Economic Impact Report (EIR) reveals the African travel and tourism sector is expected to create almost 14-million new jobs over the next decade. The positive forecast from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC),...
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Benefits of embedded computing
Embedded computing systems are nothing new. For decades, they’ve ensured that manufacturing and industrial production lines run smoothly with little maintenance or downtime, says Engela Minnaar, Intel IPC and embedded systems brand manager at Rectron. The fact that...
MainOne celebrates fifth anniversary
MainOne is celebrating five years of leadership in transforming the region’s Internet landscape. Speaking at a Press Conference organized to intimate the media on the company’s five year milestone, the CEO Funke Opeke, discussed the evolution of the company,...
EC company wins BDS award again
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS) has acknowledged Aloe Office & Business Equipment for their outstanding sales performance and customer satisfaction achievements. The Xerox platinum partner. based in the Eastern Cape and covering the Border Kei area, was presented...
Kaspersky wins MRG Effitas award
Safe Money, Kaspersky Lab’s technology for protecting online payments, has once again earned the recognition of international experts, with MRG Effitas awarding the technology its highest accolade: the Online Banking/Browser Security Award 2014/15, on the basis of its...
Ukuvuma an Office365 deployment partner
Leading South African ICT consultancy and systems development specialist Ukuvuma Solutions has met stringent criteria to be identified as a Microsoft Office365 Deployment Partner, placing it at the forefront of local software migration and implementation. As a...
OpenWeb launches Mobile Static IP
Companies are now for the first time able to host devices, apps and other items on a mobile connection without their publicly accessible IP addresses changing. OpenWeb has launched Mobile Static IP packages, offering customers up to LTE speed mobile data with 5 static...
BT accelerates start-up innovation
BT has announced a new drive to accelerate innovation in global financial markets by bringing fintech start-ups onto the BT Radianz Cloud, the world’s largest, secure networked financial community. The Radianz Cloud celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. Fintech...
Who are the modern job creators?
The days of the mega-employer seem to be numbered. For South Africa this poses a real challenge, especially in light of the future world of work requiring individuals with entrepreneurial flair coupled with an inherent understanding of the virtual world we are moving...
MOBOfree launches ID Verification program
MOBOfree has announced the launch of the first-of-a-kind ID verification program in Nigeria and Uganda, further strengthening its position as Africa’s safest social marketplace for both buyers and sellers alike. MOBOfree’s ID verification process is seamless and can...
Are touchscreens on the way out?
Some technology industry pundits are starting to ponder whether or not the trend for clamshell computers with a touch screen – as well as a keyboard – could soon be a thing of the past. This is according to Asgar Mahomed, MD of Esquire Technologies, an international...
Senior Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
My client is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement new systems and features, as well as modify and maintain existing systems to adapt to business and technology changes. This role involves direct engagement with management, development teams,...
Senior Database Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE Design, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: • Requirements gathering - through engagement with...
Intermediate Test Analyst (Contract) LW
Analyse/ assimilate project documentation to build a thorough understanding of the business and technical requirements of systems to be tested. These typically include business requirements, functional specifications, process/data flow diagrams, and use cases. Liaise...
Test Automation Technician
Responsibilities/Tasks:Test planning and test case automation.Plan and create all master data required for automated test scripts.Create and execute automated test plans on demand.Manage automated script storage and versioning. Minimum Requirements:Relevant tertiary...
Software Tester
Our client is looking for a technical, entry-level Software Tester to help test their application and build test/demo databases. This role offers growth opportunities into positions such as Customer Support Manager, Developer, or Supply Chain Consultant. Key...
Senior Database Developer at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Design, develop and maintain high performance scalable and secure database solution in order to ensure successful and efficient database solutions meeting the business requirements. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: • Requirements gathering - through engagement with...
Intermediate Test Analyst (Contract) LW – Gauteng Johannesburg
Analyse/ assimilate project documentation to build a thorough understanding of the business and technical requirements of systems to be tested. These typically include business requirements, functional specifications, process/data flow diagrams, and use cases. Liaise...
Test Automation Technician – Western Cape Somerset West
Responsibilities/Tasks:Test planning and test case automation.Plan and create all master data required for automated test scripts.Create and execute automated test plans on demand.Manage automated script storage and versioning. Minimum Requirements:Relevant tertiary...
Software Tester – Western Cape Somerset West
Our client is looking for a technical, entry-level Software Tester to help test their application and build test/demo databases. This role offers growth opportunities into positions such as Customer Support Manager, Developer, or Supply Chain Consultant. Key...
IT Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions
We require a senior PM with strong skills in managing complex projects with multiple moving parts and teams; and that can work independently; grasp technical landscapes quickly, is structured and with clear concise communication.The candidate should be a motivated;...
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