20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

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...

Mustek reports lower revenue

Mustek has reported revenue of R8,51-billion for the year ended 30 June 2024, down 16% from the R10,13-billion in 2023. Gross profit percentage decreased to 12,2%, from 13,9% last year. Headline earnings per share 67,13 cents, down 82,1% from 2023’s 357,18 cents....

Key trends in IoT

The Internet of Things (IoT) is constantly evolving and, according to research group Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), there are several key trends emerging – the integration of AI, edge computing and blockchain, standardisation for more efficient management of IoT devices,...

It’s too costly to do nothing about perinatal mental health issues

In South Africa, between 16% and 50% of women during pregnancy and the year after birth will experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. Considering the lifetime impacts of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide on mothers and...

As risk evolves, insurance trends are shifting

The myriad direct and indirect impacts related to the unfolding geopolitical events in Eastern Europe have been profound and are expected to continue as rising commodity prices fuel inflationary pressures, decreased demand dampens global trading and global supply...

Ethereum leads in development projects

Ethereum is maintaining its lead over other projects, with 4 000 monthly active developers indicating a growing interest in building on Ethereum, according to an analysis by BanklessTimes.com. This is a 34% increase from the 2,972 developers figures recorded in 2020....

Conversational AI could slash contact centre agent costs

By 2026, conversational artificial intelligence (AI) deployments within contact centers will reduce agent labour costs by $80-billion, according to Gartner. Worldwide end-user spending on conversational AI solutions within contact centers is forecast to reach...

Challenging conditions will see global PC, tablet shipments decline

Tumultuous times are ahead for the PC and tablet markets according to a new forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. Global shipments of traditional PCs are forecast to decline 12,8% in 2022 to...

Neuromorphic computing lets robots learn interactively

Intel Labs, in collaboration with the Italian Institute of Technology and the Technical University of Munich, has introduced a new approach to neural network-based object learning. It specifically targets future applications like robotic assistants that interact with...

Digital forensics, incident response offer varied career options

Digital forensics and incident response skills are interlinked and increasingly in demand, offering the right candidates varied and interesting careers. This is according to Veronica Schmitt, co-founder of the DFIRLABS Digital Forensics and Incident Response practice,...

New registration rules could see .za lose out to global domains

Draft .ZA Registry and Registrar Licensing Regulations and Procedures proposed by the .ZA Domain Name Regulatory Authority (.ZADNA) place burdensome restrictions on domain name registrars and registrants which will lead to brand owners abandoning the .ZA Internet...

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Ericsson, SK Telecom collaborate on 5G

Ericsson and SK Telecom have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate on the development of a 5G core network that deploys network slicing technology. The development, which leverages Ericsson’s Regional Cloud Lab and Ericsson HDS 8000, is planned to be ready by...

The anatomy of an APT

With the rise in advanced persistent threats (APTs) we’ve seen over the past few years, has risen a myth that these threats are all about malware. This is not the case. A huge percentage of successful APT attacks have used legitimate log-in credentials to accomplish...

Stage set for growth in Tanzania

Tanzania has tremendous untapped potential. According to the World Bank, the economy is set to grow by an estimated 7.2% this year and the government’s significant investment in the national fibre optic cable increases business and citizen access to technology...

Cyberoam to reward sales personnel

Cyberoam, a leading global provider of network security appliances, has announced a cash incentive offer - Cyberoam Sales Bonansa - for its South Africa channel partners. The offer is targeted towards sales representatives who are Cyberoam account managers within its...

Whistle-blowers: victims or villains?

For the past number of years South Africa has been placed in the spotlight when it comes to matters such as crime and corruption, and most of the surveys dealing with this scourge have a consistent message that this situation is not improving. Once again, the...

Sage launches Magento extension

Sage has announced that its payments division, Sage Payment Solutions, has launched a new extension for Magento, one of the largest e-commerce platforms in the world, powering more than 240 000 sites globally. This extension allows Magento customers to integrate...

Trend Micro Security works with Windows 10

Trend Micro continues to focus on making everyone’s digital lives easier and safer. To offer consumers optimal protection, the global leader in security software today announced Trend Micro Security 10 – a security and privacy solution fully compatible with Microsoft Windows 10, which was launched last week.

Focus on performance support

The world of work is moving at an unprecedented pace. Millennials and new technologies are entering the workplace, customer expectations are rising, competition is becoming fiercer, and regulation in most industries is getting tougher, says Ivanna Granelli, founder of...

Unpacking security myths

One of the hurdles facing businesses who are attempting to secure themselves, and minimise cyber security risks, is a number of basic security myths that cause them to set inappropriate goals and allocate their resources ineffectively. Understanding what the real...

Visibility key to drive supply chain

At its heart, supply chain management requires a balancing of operational efficiency, customer satisfaction and quality. Managing the true cost to serve for each and every order is the aspiration to allow better negotiation and value creation across the supply chain....

IT Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera

A dynamic and fast growing IT company, based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking an IT Technician. 2 years in the it support field with experience specific to the field of Desktop/Laptop/Server support secures.Must have a high work ethic and be passionate about a career in...

Systems Engineer – Western Cape Claremont

Our Client is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team at their Cape Town head office. As a Systems Engineer you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organisation's computer infrastructure and networks. The ideal...

Senior Developer (.Net & Angular) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Are you a seasoned Senior .NET Developer looking for your next challenge? We're looking for a talented and motivated developer to join our growing team. As the Senior .NET Developer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing high-quality software...

Software Engineer (Snr) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position. About our client: Headquartered in the USA, our client offers a great remote work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at...

Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written...

Developer – Full Stack (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment

What you will be doing:Design and deliver functional code that aligns with the product backlog.Engage actively in Agile software development processes.Contribute to UX and UI design discussions to optimise development efforts.Provide architectural advice when...

Technical Specialist (Mechatronic / Mechanical Engineering)

Our client, in the Agri Sector, is currently looking to employ a young and dynamic Technical Application Specialist to their team based in Cape Town. Mechatronic / Mechanical Engineering degree essential.A wonderful career opportunity awaits you.Requirements:Degree in...

Junior Data Analyst

Ready to step into the world of Fintech with a Company and team that use data driven technology for their financial product ? Join a company where what they say they do - they mean! Summary:The Junior Data Analyst role focuses on assisting the data analytics team in...

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