Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

Bright young minds showcase their talents

A total of 262 learners from Johannesburg recently gathered at Wits University to showcase their innovative science and engineering innovations for the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Regional Science Fair. The fair was one of 38 regional science fairs planned in all...

The rise and rise of AMD

Intel's market share has shrunk by 20%, while AMD has gained significantly - controlling nearly 22% of the global processor market by Q3 of 2024, according to new analysis from Stocklytics.com. "Intel's manufacturing fumble in recent years has resulted in long delays...

What are the most common knowledge gaps in cybersecurity?

Statistics from students of a corporate security awareness platform show that people most frequently make mistakes answering questions related to email and password usage. Tasks around these topics are in the top five most commonly failed by users. The compliance of...

Customers look for service information from third-parties

By 2025, 60% of customers will seek service in third-party sources of information not owned by the company, according to Gartner. Currently, younger customers already use third-party information sources more frequently than older consumers, suggesting that this trend...

China dominates e-commerce industry

China is the current leader in the e-commerce industry, and will remain in the lead until at least 2025. According to numbers presented by SafeBettingSites.com, the Chinese e-commerce industry will produce $1626-billion in yearly revenue by 2025. In 2021, the annual...

Individuals, key industries, infrastructure under threat

Individual consumers have become the top target for cybercriminals, closely followed by the healthcare vertical. Additionally, the transportation, shipping, manufacturing and information technology industries showed a sharp increase in threats, according to the Threat...

Data, analytics, digital leaders look to CxO as a new operating model

The Gartner Research Board has identified a new model for digital leadership that binds together data, analytics, digital technology and transformation capabilities onto business. The Gartner Research Board said that data and analytics (D&A) leaders are uniquely...

Despite ongoing challenges, small business confidence is up

There has been a significant uplift in business confidence among South African small business owners, returning levels to those pre-Covid, despite a number of ongoing market challenges. According to the Q4 2021 SME Index conducted by Business Partners Limited, the...

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New biometric solutions from OneVault

OneVault announced the launch of their hosted Proof-of-Life voice biometric solution which assists companies to confirm identity and life via a remote channel. ‘Proof-of-Life’ or ‘Certificate of Existence’ is a requirement of many organisations, specifically the likes...

Why your company should consider BCM

It’s hard to imagine, but some companies still don’t see any positive value in implementing a business continuity management (BCM) programme. For many, it’s just a box to tick in order to comply with King III or other governance codes to which the board adheres. “The...

Pick n Pay launches Christmas site

Pick n Pay has launched its Christmas campaign, designed to encourage South Africans to embrace the traditional Christmas festivities.The online destination offers everything consumers could need for a hassle-free, South African Christmas.

SunGard leverages GPU technology

To help banks in South Africa address evolving risk requirements, SunGard has developed an advanced analytics engine that enables rapid, credit risk reporting and analysis. The technology is driven by parallel computing and graphical processing unit (GPU) technology,...

Handle content with push video-on-demand

In developing markets where high quality and affordable broadband availability is limited, viewers are looking for alternative ways to obtain current entertaining and educational content. While broadband and Internet service providers are looking to deliver media...

Steps to take before implementing VoIP

Convinced by how far the technology has come in recent years and that the quality of the calls have become just as good as that of calls taking place over landlines, as well as by the freedom and the amazing savings you will have on your phone bill, you have finally...

Move to omni-channel this festive season

As the market intensifies in the build up to the festive season, retailers in particular, need to communicate more intuitively and intelligently to connected consumers, says Lynette Hundermark, MD of Useful & Beautiful. It would seem that investing in...

Migrating to Microsoft Office365

Given that Microsoft’s public Cloud service Office365 is based on known and trusted technologies, migration promises a host of benefits. However, planning is still essential say system development specialists. Dawid van Heerden, CEO of Ukuvuma Solutions, reminds the...

Print wirelessly with the Canon PIXMA MG2940

Step into the digital era and print wirelessly with the compact WiFi All-in-One Canon PIXMA MG2940 from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). Featuring WiFi, print, scan and copy functionality as well as XL ink options allowing you to print more for less, the...

Kaspersky Lab adds patents to IP portfolio

To effectively combat malicious software, Kaspersky Lab experts are constantly developing new tools that use advanced technology. Some of them are highly specialised, others are used in all products. One of the most interesting developments – the system and method for...

Application Senior Developer at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand

Design, build, assemble, and configure application or technical architecture components using business requirementsArchitect the development strategy for applications and componentsImplement and set security and data direction for the coding workEnsure communication...

Senior Software Engineer – Gauteng Gauteng

Join a DYNAMIC Agile team who are experts in their unique and exciting industry!Java, TypeScript, SQLRequired: Full understanding of Test Driven Development, Interfaces, Generic Typing, Code Abstraction, Modular design patterns, and a keen Debugging and infer...

Software Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch

ENVIRONMENT:A full-service digital agency based in Reading, UK, The Hague, Netherlands and Stellenbosch, South Africa who strategizes, designs, and develops digital solutions for the private and public sectors is seeking to employ a Senior Software Engineer who will...

Backend Developer (C#, Java)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge company that leverages the latest technologies to construct high-performance, state-of-the-art services is seeking an exceptional Backend Developer to join an outstanding team. You will be required to work onsite for 6 months in Century...

IT, Network Infrastructure and DBA Specialist

Job Title : IT Infrastructure and DBA Specialist based at our client ( Hybrid role ) Area: TshwaneYour role will be, but not limited to: You will need to optimise, maintain and setup the company's computer information systems and IT / Network Infrastructure. You will...

Senior C # Developer

Join a prestigious team - who at the top of their game. You can do this from the comfort of your own home. This GEM of a role is fully remote.Requirements5 years' + experience with C# (or similar )University or related Computer Science Degree/DiplomaSouth African...

Senior Agile Project Manager at Kgabolize Recruitment Consultancy

To plan, direct and co-ordinate the activities of enterprise-wide projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished and to develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans and allocation of...

Senior Full-Stack C# ASP.Net Developer

Environment:A fast-growing international startup consultancy building bespoke software to create digital transformation solutions for a wide variety of corporate clients requires a Senior C# ASP.Net Developer. The candidate will be required to develop software and...

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