Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

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...

Used smartphone shipments still flourishing

More than 195-million used smartphones - including officially refurbished and used smartphones - were shipped into the market in 2023, an increase of 6,4% compared to 2022. The value of these shipments was $72,9-billion, up 12,4% year over year, according to data from...

Three-quarters of cars shipped with embedded telematics

The number of telematics service subscribers using embedded systems will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14,6% from 239,7-million subscribers at the end of 2023 to 473,8-million subscribers by 2028, according to research from Berg Insight. Shipments of...

African genomics surveillance was key in identifying Covid variants

The rapid expansion of genomics surveillance in Africa allowed the continent to describe the introduction and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 variants in African countries in realtime during the Covid-19 pandemic. A major scientific report from Africa featured in the journal...

Perseverance rover finds ancient life on Mars

NASA’s Perseverance rover is well into its second science campaign, collecting rock-core samples from features within an area long considered by scientists to be a top prospect for finding signs of ancient microbial life on Mars. The rover has collected four samples...

The Merge touted as the most significant crypto event in years

The Ethereum Merge is a "landmark, historic moment" for the entire cryptocurrency market that will be a "major catalyst" driving prices higher in the long term. This is the bullish prediction from deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, as the long-awaited so-called Merge of...

Only a quarter of workers are confident about their careers

Only one in four employees is confident about their career path at their current organisation, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of more than 3 300 employees conducted in March 2022 revealed that fewer than one in three employees knows how to progress their...

Skills registry aims to boost ICT development, employment

The Internet Services Providers Association (ISPA) has partnerd with the Wireless Access Providers Association (WAPA) and the Wireless Application Service Providers Association (WASPA) to launch phase 1 of the ICT Skills Registry, a searchable database that contains...

FormBook takes over as top malware for August

Check Point Research (CPR), in its Global Threat Index for August 2022, reports that FormBook is now the most prevalent malware, taking over from Emotet, which has held that position since its reappearance in January. FormBook is an Infostealer targeting Windows OS...

Healthcare and patient data security under the spotlight

In sub-Saharan Africa, making healthcare services more accessible can be achieved through digital services. Telehealth solutions have been well-received by the industry and patients alike, more so during the pandemic when it became a necessity. With World Patient...

Seacom, Broadband Infraco in strategic partnership

Seacom and Broadband Infraco (BBI) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership intended to improve available long-distance network infrastructure for government entities in South Africa. In this joint effort, SEACOM and BBI - a state-owned company and significant...

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Hisense debuts 4K ULED H10 Series curved smart TV

Hisense launched its 4K ULED H10 Series Curved Smart TV - 65-inch Class, offering a wide dynamic range for a more detailed, clearer and sharper image and backlight control technology that allows brightness control across 240-zones instead of over the entire display....

Telkom, Google and Bango introduce Direct Carrier Billing

Telkom today announced Direct Carrier Billing, an integrated carrier billing service, for Google Play for smartphones and tablets on Telkom's mobile network. The service is made possible through the integration of Telkom's Event Billing service with the Bango Payments...

PayGate CashPay service embraces the unbanked

Although e-commerce is growing fast in South Africa and across the continent, the majority of the population in African markets is still excluded from buying online. This is no fault of online retailers or service providers - it is simply because many South Africans...

Matrix provides flexible location sharing

Shortly after the release of the previous app update, Matrix has become the first tracking company to integrate flexible location sharing within their app offering, creating a more personalised experience for their customers. Grant Fraser, product and marketing...

Digital marketing helps SMEs fight above their weight

For most entrepreneurs and owners of small businesses, the realm of the internet, social media and digital marketing is a world that is the sole preserve of big businesses with deep pockets, writes Ethel Nyembe, head of small enterprise at Standard Bank. Nothing could...

Cyberoam awards MEA region partners in Amsterdam

Cyberoam has awarded its MEA region partners for their contribution in marketing, sales and distribution. MEA is rapidly evolving as a key market for Cyberoam and the company has established a strong presence in the region with its next generation firewalls and UTM...

CEM Automotive connects customers, dealers

T-Systems South Africa has announced the local availability of its new Customer Experience Management Automotive (CEM Automotive) solution, launched in Germany in March 2015. Delivered jointly by Deutsche Telekom and Salesforce.com, the cloud-based solution is a...

VMware Fusion 8 and Fusion 8 Pro support Windows 10

VMware has released VMware Fusion 8, which includes over 50 new features, and is ready for the latest Apple and Microsoft innovations to deliver the ultimate Windows on Mac experience. VMware is also releasing VMware Fusion 8 Pro, with over 60 new features, including...

Americold transforms supply chain with Software AG

Americold, a global leader in temperature-controlled warehousing and supply chain solutions to the food industry, has significantly enhanced its already robust supply chain capabilities. It has given its customers unprecedented visibility and access to their orders at...

Fortinet debuts secure WiFi APs

Fortinet has announced enhancements to its cloud-based FortiCloud management system and a new line of cloud-managed wireless access points (APs), continuing its investment into the secure wireless networking market. The FortiAP-S series wireless LAN (WLAN) APs are the...

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Are you an experienced Project Manager (Construction / Building Industry) with a knack for overseeing luxurious residential developments? Are you ready for a new challenge? Mirna Butler Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for a prestigious client in the...

IT Support Engineer

IT Software Industry experience is required and not negotiableOn-the-job Training and Certification is included.Please only apply if you meet the below criteria.This is a full time, permanent, office based position with National and International travelling from time...

Senior Developer (Xamarin / Maui)

Technical Skills:Core Technologies: Languages & Frameworks: C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML. Libraries & Tols: JQuery, LINQ, SignalR. Database: MS SQL Server (MSSQL). Web & Integration: IIS (Internet Information Services), REST API integration....

Senior Business Analyst at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst to join our team in Cape Town- hybrid.Role Details:Requirements DocumentationStakeholder management and communication skillsExecution of business analysis methodologyIdentify, refine, clarify, and define the business...

Intermediate software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is looking for a talented Intermediate Software Engineer specializing in Python and Django. This role offers flexibility with a hybrid or remote work setup based in Johannesburg or Cape Town. If you're passionate about building scalable software solutions,...

Project Manager (Construction) – Remote Remote

Are you an experienced Project Manager (Construction / Building Industry) with a knack for overseeing luxurious residential developments? Are you ready for a new challenge? Mirna Butler Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for a prestigious client in the...

IT Support Engineer – Gauteng Centurion

IT Software Industry experience is required and not negotiableOn-the-job Training and Certification is included.Please only apply if you meet the below criteria.This is a full time, permanent, office based position with National and International travelling from time...

Senior Developer (Xamarin / Maui) – Western Cape Cape Town

Technical Skills:Core Technologies: Languages & Frameworks: C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML. Libraries & Tols: JQuery, LINQ, SignalR. Database: MS SQL Server (MSSQL). Web & Integration: IIS (Internet Information Services), REST API integration....

IT DevOps Engineer

This role aims to implement DevOps principles and practices within engineering teams by offering training, documentation, and direct, hands-on expertise. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of our infrastructure, from design through the...

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