Scammers prey on business travellers
As a business traveller, you carry more than just your laptop: between your tech, your corporate credit cards, and your watch, you could be toting around R50 000 to R200 000 in value. That's quite the tempting target for those with less-than-honest intentions....
GenAI can boost productivity for legal leaders
Large language model (LLM) generative AI (GenAI) tools are designed to work with large amounts of text, and Gartner experts expect them to have a significant impact on the legal industry because legal work is so centered on words. Ron Friedmann, senior director...
Network automation unlocks massive growth opportunities across 5G
With the 5G network moving to the cloud, the network is now software-based and requires automation to succeed operationally and financially, according to research from Frost & Sullivan. The company's recent analysis finds that network automation enables all parts...
Greenest tech firms pave way for sustainable future
Thirty-eight of the world's 150 leading tech companies are on track to become carbon neutral by 2030, with several aiming to be carbon negative soon after, according to a report by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the World Benchmarking Alliance...
Kaspersky warns on ToddyCat escalation
Kaspersky researchers have reported an ongoing campaign carried out by an advanced persistent threat (APT) group, dubbed ToddyCat, which focuses on compromising multiple Microsoft Exchange servers using two malicious programs - Samurai backdoor and Ninja Trojan. The...
UCT launches Digital Bootcamp for additional jobs pathway
The University of Cape Town has launched the UCT Digital Bootcamp which, it says, will offer an additional pathway to employment for determined young people and help them unleash their digital potential. The innovative pilot project, which is part of UCT's Vision...
National Online School Championships for esports this weekend
Mind Sports South Africa is to hold its popular annual S A National Online School Championships for esports - open to all learners whether their school is affiliated or not - on 25 June. However, for team events, it is required that all members of the team are...
Children exposed to advertising techniques while gaming
A recent study by cybersecurity company Surfshark has revealed that the majority of the studied mobile gaming apps used by children share data with third-parties. "Gaming is an important part of daily life for many people, including children," says Agneska...
Collaboration key in a hybrid world
Kathy Gibson is at Context Channel Connect SA – The way we work, learn and play has changed forever - and CIOs are key to making this change successful. This is the word from Yesh Surjoodeen, regional director: southern Africa at HP Inc, who says employers have become...
The evolution of cloud through distribution
Kathy Gibson is at Context Channel Connect – Up to 80% of cloud is sold direct, but its reach through distribution is growing fast - as much as 40% in the SMB sector. The movement to public cloud is not new, says Chris Vallenduuk, regional director: APAC at Context,...
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Renewed interest in laptops, desktops
There are still millions smartphones being sold – including in the early part of this year – but it seems there is still a strong market for laptops and desktop PCs, no matter what trends the market research people are serving up, says Christopher Riley, CEO of laptop...
Intel brings the Developer Zone to SA
At an event hosted in Johannesburg, Intel South Africa announced the local availability of its Intel Developer Zone, a global programme designed to provide software developers and businesses with a single point of access to a variety of tools, communities and resources. The Intel Developer Zone provides a platform for developers to engage with peers and develop, market and sell their software.
Ovum recognises OutSystems
OutSystems, the enterprise Rapid Application Delivery (RAD) platform provider, has announced that industry analyst firm Ovum has named OutSystems Platform as a market leader in the 2015 Ovum Decision Matrix for Mobile Application Development Platforms (MADP)....
TIBCO, DynaTech partner
Ethekwini Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal is the first of what is expected to be many public sector entities that will benefit from the unique partnership between DynaTech and TIBCO Software. DynaTech is currently rolling out new TIBCO solutions in Ethekwini that are...
Industry 4.0: where IoT meets industry
When we talk about the Internet of Things (IoT), we tend to think of connected homes and smart devices making our lives easier and more efficient through the use of technology, says Klaus Dieter Rennert, chief executive for Europe, Hitachi. However, when the same...
New PCI DSS Version 3.0 mandated
On January 2015, version 3.0 of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) came into effect, says Simeon Tassev, MD and QSA at Galix. The changes are progressive and the guidance reflects the changing business environment, increasing protection against emerging new threats. Among the new areas of focus are: mandated data flow mapping, additional guidance on mobile security, and the introduction of security controls for companies trading online.
DCC offers Targus Black notebook cases
Distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has announced several new additions to the Black range of notebook carry cases from CSD Targus Distribution. The Black range combines style and sophistication with superior performance and functionality, offering users a...
Commercial vehicles under siege
According to Cartrack, the incidence of hijacking across commercial and private vehicles has risen sharply in the last year. South Africa’s official crime statistics show a 12,3% increase in carjacking to 11 221 reported cases in the last year while truck hijackings...
CT hosts technology boot camp
Technology is at the core of nearly every industry in the world, and with more and more businesses looking to employ those with online engineering skills, the best language to study is no longer Mandarin: it is coding. This is according to Aaron Fuchs, CEO and founder...
Managing the customer experience
The ultimate result of today’s many business challenges is that it is more important now than ever that companies know their customers better. That is the end goal of customer experience management, and yet, many companies still fail in obtaining a holistic...
Cloud Engineer (AWS /Azure / Terraform) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Embrace a New Chapter Explore Possibilities.We are seeking a well-versedCloud Engineer (AWS / Azure / Terraform) to join our team. Must be proficient in AWS and Terraform and possess expertise in designing, implementing, managing, troubleshooting, and deploying...
Project Manager – 2 Year Contract – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our client who offers Digital business solutions and services require a Project Manager in their Durban office for a two year contract.Responsibilities:Work with the PMO Leadership Team, Finance, HR, and Global Procurement on the implementation and usage of standard...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and...
Product Support Technician (Compressor Technician)
Well established company on the East Rand seeks a Compressor Technician (field Service)Minimum three years experience working in Compressors Excellent customer relations experienceOffer support on technical issues relating to compressorsGood knowledge of compressor...
UI Developer
Job Title: UI DeveloperLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (12-month contract)Hybrid As a UI Developer, you will support our clients by translating design concepts into interactive, visually appealing, and user-friendly web interfaces. Collaborating closely...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a leading IT services company with expertise in telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and...
Product Support Technician (Compressor Technician) – Gauteng Gauteng
Well established company on the East Rand seeks a Compressor Technician (field Service)Minimum three years experience working in Compressors Excellent customer relations experienceOffer support on technical issues relating to compressorsGood knowledge of compressor...
UI Developer – Gauteng Sandown
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SQL Developer
Leading investment bank requires the skills of an experienced Python Data Solutions Developer6 month contract with the option to extend based on performance and client requirementsHybrid working with 1 day per week in the office in Claremont, Cape TownMust reside in...
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You will be responsible for the coordination of the technical implementation as well as the definition and execution of technical test casesYou will be responsible for the definition of functional requirements with the business departmentsYour technical background...
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