Nvidia’s $5trn climb exposes AI boom’s reality gap
Nvidia’s market value closing in on $5-trillion has become the defining symbol of artificial intelligence’s rise — and, according to deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, a striking reminder that markets are racing far ahead of the profit reality. “AI is transforming the...
Key work changes in the AI era
To capture value from AI, CHROs must help their organisations successfully evolve work itself - not just the workforce - according to business and technology insights company Gartner. A July 2025 Gartner survey of 1 973 managers found that business units that redesign...
Crypto exchange scrums down with Stormers
VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, VALR, has signed an exclusive multi-year partnership with the DHL Stormers as the “Official Crypto Exchange Partner” of the Western Cape’s premier rugby team. Effective 1 September 1, the three-year agreement...
SA investors turn to gold for stability
Although South African investors have historically lagged behind their global peers when it comes to adopting alternative investments in the wake of global economic uncertainty, they are quickly rethinking traditional strategies. “With the local currency under...
Google debuts AI Mode in Search in Africa
Google has launched AI Mode in Search for users in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria - introducing a new era of AI-powered search that is more intuitive, comprehensive, and helpful. AI Mode helps users tackle complex, multi-part questions with more intuitive responses,...
AU endorses efforts to change the world map
The African Union (AU) has endorsed a campaign to use a map that represents Africa more accurately than the traditional Mercator map that is mostly used today. The currently-used map was drawn up in the 16th century by catographer Gerardus Mercator, and inaccurately...
AI and it’s role in empowering Africans
AI alone isn’t transformative. Real change happens when empowered people can access, trust, learn and adopt AI technology. By Francine Katsoudas, executive vice-president and chief people, policy and purpose officer at Cisco The most profound convergence of human...
Looking to unite Africa’s innovators
Young Entrepreneurs South Africa (YESA) is set to host the first G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance Summit (G20 YEA) 2025 in South Africa from 18 to 22 September at the Sandton Convention Centre. The summit will bring together over 600 delegates from all G20 countries...
AI supercharges insider threats
Insider threats have overtaken external attacks as the top security concern among organisations – with AI accelerating the shift, according to new research from Exabeam. The company’s latest report - From Human to Hybrid: How AI and the Analytics Gap Are Fueling...
Webb discovers a new moon orbiting Uranus
Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a team led by the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has identified a previously unknown moon orbiting Uranus, expanding the planet’s known satellite family to 29. The detection was made during a Webb observation on 2 February...
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How easy is it to use your accounting software platform?
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Unlocking the future of connectivity
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How FIs can stay ahead with advanced digital verification methods
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Is GenAI overhyped?
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Cell-boosting technology can help protect SA businesses
In 2023, South Africa saw a 22% increase in cyberattacks. It should therefore come as no surprise that revenue in the local cybersecurity market is projected to reach $628-million by the end of this year. This month, the country is celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness...
How to navigate the rising tide of online scams this festive season
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How to identify and avoid fake tokens
A fake token attack is a type of cryptocurrency scam where malicious actors create counterfeit or fraudulent tokens that mimic legitimate cryptocurrencies. These fake tokens are designed to deceive investors and traders into believing they are purchasing or trading a...
Should all tokens be equal in the crypto market?
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Empathy the game-changing skill in CX
Empathy is a key differentiator in creating exceptional customer experiences in an increasingly tech-driven business world. By Liezel Jonkheid, director and founder of the Consumer Psychology Lab Labelled a ‘soft skill’, it’s a complex trait to develop that requires...
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Full-stack Developer (CH1155)
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Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
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Our client an Investment Service provider, is looking for a Full Stack Developer to assist with the development and maintenance of our software solution that supports their investment management systems.You'll be part of the development team responsible for:Creating...
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