AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure

By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...

Another positive year expected for salaries in 2026

Supported by positive economic developments, record-high commodity prices, a stronger rand, and low inflation, real salary increases are expected this year, according to an analysis by PayInc. The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks net salaries of approximately...

Enterprise AI is at a critical tipping point

Kathy Gibson reports - We are at a critical moment in the race for enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) – winning is no longer about who adopts AI, but who scales safely, efficiently and with business impact. This is the headline finding from IDC’s CIO Playbook, a...

The AI model that found 370 exoplanets is expanding its reach

Scientists have discovered more than 6 000 planets that orbit stars other than our Sun, known as exoplanets. More than half of these planets were discovered thanks to data from NASA’s retired Kepler mission and NASA’s current TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey...

Large language model market heading for $35bn

The global large language model market size is anticipated to reach $35,43-billion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 35,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increasing demand for Natural Language Processing (NLP)...

X shares the most data with third parties

In a revealing study of 100 popular apps, new research from Surfshark highlights that X (Twitter) shares data with third parties the most, while Facebook and Instagram collect significant amounts of user data. Out of the 10 social media and messaging apps analysed,...

Fraud Week targets pandemic-fuelled schemes and scams

How much does fraud cost businesses and individuals each year? A 2019 study by consultancy Crowe put the annual global figure at more than $5-trillion - and that was before Covid-19's upheaval created a perfect climate for fraud. According to the Association of...

Flash calling threatens operators’ revenue

A new study from Juniper Research has revealed a new threat to network operator revenue through flash calling. Flash calling authentication leverages mobile voice networks to authenticate a user or transaction via an originating phone number. The last few digits of...

Laws fail to address online abuse of women and girls

Online sexual exploitation and abuse (OSEA) of women and girls is increasing at an alarming rate across Africa and globally, but national and international laws are failing to effectively address the challenge because they are not keeping pace with advancing...

The importance of ESG to corporate value creation and stakeholders

New research from IDC shows that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues have become a CEO-level topic for organisations worldwide. In a recent global survey, nearly three quarters of respondents considered ESG factors to be very important for the...

Managers fall short on DEI initiatives

Despite managers' unique position on the frontline, managers in most organisations serve as mere supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives rather than owners of DEI outcomes, according to Gartner. Manager decisions - defining hiring requirements,...

This is what trust will look like in the new normal

International Data Corporation's (IDC) top 10 predictions for the Future of Trust point to a new normal as the world continues to navigate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Organisations - private sector, government, and educational institutions - have reached a...

Risk management requires a rethink

Organisations throughout South Africa are facing escalating threats due to a lack of risk awareness amongst employees, according to a new pan-EMEA study from Iron Mountain. According to the study, nearly half of employees (47%) claim to have made a "critical" error at...

BT looks to Covid research to combat cyber-attacks

BT has developed an epidemiology-based cybersecurity prototype, "Inflame", which uses deep reinforcement learning to enable enterprises to automatically detect and respond to cyber-attacks before they compromise a network. Using the spread of viruses in human...

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ICS extends African presence

ICS Financial Systems Limited (ICSFS), the global software and services provider for banks and financial institutions, partnered with new banks through expansion of its operations in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. This project was awarded to ICSFS by Guaranty Trust Bank...

Googles.com seeks financial support

Googles.com - not affiliated with Google - in a continuing effort to redesign its existing children's Web site is seeking equity partners/content providers to help develop and/or fund the re-launch. The googles.com domain name was registered before Google.com and the...

BlackBerry Classic packs high-performance features

BlackBerry has launched the BlackBerry  Classic, a no-nonsense smartphone built to meet the needs of productive people who appreciate the speed and accuracy that can be found with a physical QWERTY keyboard. “We listened closely to our customers’ feedback to ensure we...

Customers not afraid to demand convenience

Two recent incidents, where customers have lashed back at well-known brands for bad customer service, have put the need for improved processes in the spotlight. Customers are no longer willing to accept sub-standard service and the proliferation of social media is...

Debunking the top three myths of flash storage

In this article, Servaas Venter, country manager of EMC Southern Africa, debunks the three common preconceptions around flash storage as businesses wake up to its potential to improve business performance, create competitive advantage, reduce risk and save them money....

Dangers of voting against a business rescue plan

Creditors take heed: Not understanding business rescue and the Companies Act 71 of 2008 could see you voting against the business rescue plan. A creditor could be forced to sell his voting interests and claims against the company for little or no value to any affected...

Vidi brings video on demand to all devices

South Africa's first video on demand service, where you can enjoy movies and TV shows over the internet -  can now be watched on any device including tablets and smartphones without an app. However, if subscribers prefer going via the app route, that option is now...

A journey into the cloud

Mark Walker, regional director: sub-Saharan Africa at IDC, looks back on 50 years of technology. It's April 7, 1964, and while the Beatles are telling the world that 'Money Can't Buy Me Love', IBM is attempting to convince the business community that it can at least...

BlackBerry extends enterprise mobility support

BlackBerry has announced today that BES12, a cross-platform EMM solution includes support for Android 5.0 Lollipop. Android is an important part of BlackBerry’s EMM ecosystem. Android smartphones and tablets are natively managed within the BES12 environment, which...

Huawei tops SDN, NFV charts

Huawei has been rated as a top supplier for software-defined networking (SDN) and network functions virtualisation (NFV) solutions for the second consecutive year by leading telecoms operators, according to a 2014 survey conducted by analyst firm Current Analysis....

C++ Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced C++ Developer to join their dynamic and innovative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing robust, efficient, and maintainable C++ code for our software applications.Key Responsibilities:- Design,...

SAP FICO Consultant (Chief Expert) 2657 TT

Fair knowledge across all SAP modulesInitial focus on master dataAbility to assist with problem identification and possible solution by means of skills such as code debuggingThe following functional skills are essential: Documentation of as-is and to-be business...

SAP FICO Consultant (Chief Expert) 2657 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

Fair knowledge across all SAP modulesInitial focus on master dataAbility to assist with problem identification and possible solution by means of skills such as code debuggingThe following functional skills are essential: Documentation of as-is and to-be business...

Business Analyst at DAV

Our Client based in Gauteng is seeking a Business analyst (Specialising in SAP SD) to join their team. Qualifications required: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or operations management related field.SAP Certification in SD...

Intermediate Python Software Developer

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a collaborative force in digital advancement, playing a key role in innovation, development, and implementation. Their expertise lies in crafting, launching, and optimizing products that deliver significant business value, prioritizing the...

Business Analyst at DAV – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our Client based in Gauteng is seeking a Business analyst (Specialising in SAP SD) to join their team. Qualifications required: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or operations management related field.SAP Certification in SD...

Intermediate Python Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a collaborative force in digital advancement, playing a key role in innovation, development, and implementation. Their expertise lies in crafting, launching, and optimizing products that deliver significant business value, prioritizing the...

Database Administrator (Oracle)

Gijima is recruiting for a Oracle Database Administrator.Requirements:Diploma/Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited tertiary...

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