PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Global finance’s tectonic plates have shifted

The fact that no one blinked when $1,2-billion in institutional capital was deployed into crypto over just seven days is evidence that global finance’s tectonic plates have shifted, says Leon Kowalski, CEO of Cape Crypto. “Just a few years ago, the market would have...

Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

Global sovereign cloud IaaS spending set to hit $80bn

Worldwide sovereign cloud infrastructure as a service (IaaS) spending is forecast to total $80-billion in 2026, a 35,6% increase from 2025, according to Gartner. “As geopolitical tensions rise, organisations outside the US and China are investing more in...

European Commission calls out TikTok’s ‘addictive’ algorithm

The European Commission has preliminarily found TikTok in breach of the Digital Services Act for its addictive design. This includes features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and its highly personalised recommender system.   Risk assessment...

Online safety for children still a top priority

Minors accessing harmful online content, particularly via social media, is a top Internet safety priority in South Africa and worldwide. That’s according to ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), on the eve of Safer Internet Day...

AI set to drive digital asset development

AI will help drive development of the digital assets sector and play a key role in its continuing growth. This is according to new global research by London-based Nickel Digital Asset Management (Nickel), which polled with institutional investors and wealth managers....

Vuma reaches 1m subscribers

From its beginnings as a grassroots project in the streets of Parkhurst, fibre to the home (FTTH) pioneer Vuma has officially passed the 1-million subscriber milestone. “Reaching one million subscribers is a major milestone for Vuma and a strong validation of our...

Digital squatting hits record levels

The practice of digital squatting - registering domains that mimic established brands - has reached record levels, creating serious risks for companies and consumers alike. In 2025, the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) handled 6 200 domain name...

How phishing threats evolved in 2025

A new Kaspersky review reveals how cybercriminals revived and refined phishing techniques to target individuals and businesses in 2025, including calendar-based attacks, voice message deceptions and sophisticated multi-factor authentication (MFA) bypass schemes. The...

ORTIA advances R14,5bn infrastructure programme

OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) is making strong progress on its R14,5-billion five-year capital expenditure (capex) programme to modernises key infrastructure, boost operational reliability, and deliver a world-class experience for travellers. The current...

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Time is indeed considered the most valuable asset for humankind, impacting everything from personal growth to societal progress, writes Wesley Field, provincial manager of Consolidated Employers’ Organisation. By implication, time is undeniably a business's most...

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

As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Month this March, we must confront an escalating crisis that threatens to entrench inequality and hinder progress - the digital divide. In rural South Africa, limited access to digital technologies is not just an...

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:...

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Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

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Junior IT Technician (East London Onsite) – Eastern Cape East London

ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE all employee devices and software is functioning optimally as the next Junior IT Technician wanted by a dynamic client based in East London. You will act as the dependable first point of contact for staff, ensuring technical issues are resolved...

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Work Model: 100% Office-BasedContract Type: 6-Month Renewable ContractRate: R475 per hourClosing Date: 04 March 2026 Key Requirements:Proven experience in IT Infrastructure / Transformation Project ManagementStrong background in Software Application & Software...

Project Manager IT – Mpumalanga Kriel

Work Model: 100% Office-BasedContract Type: 6-Month Renewable ContractRate: R475 per hourClosing Date: 04 March 2026 Key Requirements:Proven experience in IT Infrastructure / Transformation Project ManagementStrong background in Software Application & Software...

System Support Administrator at Mancosa

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Senior Java Developer – Machine Learning at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

This is a remote position.We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with a focus on Machine Learning and large-scale data systems. The ideal candidate will combine strong Java expertise with hands-on experience in ML frameworks, Python, and cloud-native infrastructure to...

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