Rocky geopolitical landscape threatens to disrupt AI-driven cloud growth
Cloud revenues are soaring, driven largely by burgeoning demand for processing and storage capacity to support AI-powered applications. Cloud service providers are scrambling to meet this demand by expanding their data centre footprints. In addition, regions like EU...
Artemis II crew completes lunar flyby, heads home
The Artemis II mission wrapped up a historic seven-hour lunar flyby, marking humanity’s first return to the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972 and capturing images of the lunar far side. The day began at 1:56 pm EDT as NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover,...
Wearables to the fore in health digitalisation
Enhancing the relationship between people's health and wellbeing and the global movement of digitalisation with the use of wearables will allow for a wider understanding of health conditions or the optimization of communication. This is according to IDTechEx's...
European Commission launches Grok investigation
The European Commission has launched a new formal investigation against X under the Digital Services Act (DSA). In parallel, the Commission extended its ongoing investigation launched in December 2023 into X's compliance with its recommender systems risk management...
As gold smashes $5k, speculation about $6k mounts
Gold has soared past $5 000 for the first time, and could hit $6 000 by the end of the year as the current situation stands. This is the prediction from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, who says the metal’s explosive rise signals a profound shift in how global...
SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves
South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...
Tech executives double down on AI, talent, adaptive strategies
KPMG’s Global Tech Report 2026 reveals that organisations worldwide are moving beyond pilots and seeking to embed AI into core workflows and offerings, striving to scale investments. The new report identifies that while expectations are high and adoption is rapid;...
Financial services leans into AI
AI has taken centre stage in financial services, automating the research and execution behind algorithmic trading and helping banks more accurately detect fraud and money laundering — all while improving risk management practices and expediting document processing....
AI the common denominator in entertainment industry’s 2026 security threats
In its Kaspersky Security Bulletin, the cybersecurity company’s researchers identified critical threats expected to affect the global entertainment industry in 2026, from ticketing and visual effects pipelines to content delivery networks, games and regulation....
Iran passes 17 days with sparse connectivity
As the rest of the world battles to verify the numbers of dead, injured or imprisoned Iranians after weeks of unrest, a more complete picture could emerge as the country slowly gets back online - but so far attempts to resume connectivity have not been effective. Iran...
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How CPaaS X empowers companies in the digital age
In the modern digital landscape, effective communication is crucial for businesses to stay ahead of the competition, and the introduction of Communications Platform-as-a-Service (CPaaS X), a new set of enhanced Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), is positioned...
Why businesses are replacing their printers in 2025
South Africa’s printer market is experiencing a shift, driven by a combination of economic pressure and renewed business investment. According to Statista, the local printer and copier market reached $61,1-million in revenue in 2024, with a projected 2% growth in...
Bridging the digital divide in rural SA
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Qlik recognised in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Qlil has been recognised as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Augmented Data Quality Solutions, marking its sixth time receiving this recognition. "With AI models increasingly commoditised, the true differentiator is data quality," says Mike Capone, CEO...
Cyber resilience in the modern era goes beyond backup
Since its inception in 2011, World Backup Day has witnessed a dramatic transformation in the IT security landscape. What began as a focus on hardware failure and data loss has evolved into a complex battle against sophisticated cyber threats, writes Rekha Shenoy, CEO...
Trends changing the shape of consumer consumption in 2025
It has become increasingly challenging to meet consumer demand for accessible data and this is changing the shape of service delivery and innovation in 2025, writes Craig Blignaut, WiFi product manager at Vox. In the first quarter of 2024, one user consumed 411,4...
What Budget 2025 means for FICA compliance and accountable institutions
The 2025 Budget Speech held on 12 March 2025, made it clear that financial crime enforcement and compliance are top priorities for the government, writes By Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks360. Increased funding for forensic investigations, regulatory oversight, and...
How to choose the payroll solution your business deserves
Processing your company’s payroll should be a breeze, but if your payroll department is constantly scrambling from one crisis to the next, it’s a likely sign that your current system no longer meets your needs. The workplace is constantly evolving, and payroll...
The right to relevance: SA’s place in an AI-driven future
As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Day, guided by the imperative to "deepen a culture of social justice and human rights," we are reminded that the pursuit of dignity, justice, and inclusion is a continuous endeavour. by Vanashree Govender, senior PR manager:...
Junior Application Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Role SummaryThe Full Stack Developer will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of web applications using Angular (frontend) and Node.js (backend). The role operates within an Agile Scrum environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams...
Senior Information Security Engineer
Own the security engineering agenda for a global cloud platform-driving real change across vulnerability management, SIEM and endpoint protection. Is this you? You're a calm, hands-on security engineer who enjoys digging into root causes, improving controls, and...
Senior Information Security Engineer – Western Cape Durbanville
Own the security engineering agenda for a global cloud platform-driving real change across vulnerability management, SIEM and endpoint protection. Is this you? You're a calm, hands-on security engineer who enjoys digging into root causes, improving controls, and...
SENIOR SPECIALIST : NMSI TECHNICAL LEAD (CAPE TOWN)
Job Purpose: The business is looking for a self-motivated individual to manage the National Monitoring Support Initiative project and provide technical leadership for the work on strengthening the company's monitoring framework; developing a system for reporting,...
SENIOR SPECIALIST : NMSI TECHNICAL LEAD (CAPE TOWN) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Job Purpose: The business is looking for a self-motivated individual to manage the National Monitoring Support Initiative project and provide technical leadership for the work on strengthening the company's monitoring framework; developing a system for reporting,...
SENIOR SPECIALIST : NMSI TECHNICAL LEAD
Job Purpose: The business is looking for a self-motivated individual to manage the National Monitoring Support Initiative project and provide technical leadership for the work on strengthening the company's monitoring framework; developing a system for reporting,...
SENIOR SPECIALIST : NMSI TECHNICAL LEAD – Gauteng Centurion
Job Purpose: The business is looking for a self-motivated individual to manage the National Monitoring Support Initiative project and provide technical leadership for the work on strengthening the company's monitoring framework; developing a system for reporting,...
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ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Verification Agency seeks a highly skilled UI/UX Designer with strong expertise in Figma to lead the redesign of an existing web application and to develop its full Corporate Identity (CI). The ideal candidate will be a Designer who can balance...
Business Intelligence Analyst Developer
Job description: My Client, a leading player in the Wealth Industry is in search of a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join their team. The successful incumbent will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management Division. They will be...
UI/UX Designer (Corporate Identity) (Contract) (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Verification Agency seeks a highly skilled UI/UX Designer with strong expertise in Figma to lead the redesign of an existing web application and to develop its full Corporate Identity (CI). The ideal candidate will be a Designer who can balance...
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