Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

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)...

Mistral AI, Nvidia debut new enterprise AI model

Mistral AI and Nvidia have released a new language model, Mistral NeMo 12B, that developers can easily customise and deploy for enterprise applications supporting chatbots, multilingual tasks, coding and summarisation. By combining Mistral AI's expertise in training...

IBM makes Mistral Large model available on watsonx

IBM has announced the availability of Mistral Large on watsonx.ai, as part of our commitment to make high quality, performant foundation models widely accessible to enterprises - and deployable on their own terms. By Armand Ruiz, vice-president: watsonx.ai &...

Notorious Emotet botnet is back

The Emotet botnet has been classified by Europol as “the most dangerous malware in the world” and showed worldwide growth of over 200% in March 2022, according to Kaspersky telemetry. This growth indicates that the threat actors behind the botnet have been taking...

Elon Musk in hostile takeover bid for Twitter

Controversial entrepreneur Elon Musk has made an offer to buy all of Twitter’s shares. The “best and final offer” of $54.20 is for 100% of the company, which Musk plans to privatise and transform. As a 9,2% shareholder – which he disclosed earlier this month - Musk...

Partnerships can boost growth of super-apps

The digital transformation of business and society has found fertile ground with early promise for the super-app model, specifically in the Middle East and Africa, even as mobile digital platforms continue to offer proprietary and third-party functions under a single...

Debt body urges caution on Easter splurging

As South Africans get ready to host Easter brunches for their families and entertain the young ones with epic egg hunts, one thing is certain - family time could easily become a pricey affair. However, cautions National Debt Advisors (NDA), before you swipe your...

New heavyweight on the ransomware scene

In a new report - "A bad luck BlackCat" - Kaspersky researchers reveal the details of two cyber incidents conducted by the BlackCat ransomware group. The complexity of the malware being used, combined with the vast experience of the actors behind it, make the gang one...

Strong growth for semiconductor market

Worldwide semiconductor revenue totaled $595-billion in 2021, an increase of 26,3% from 2020, according to final results by Gartner. "The events behind the current chip shortage continue to impact original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) around the world, but the 5G...

Holiday-themed emails entice employees to click

Security specialist and simulated phishing platform KnowBe4 has released the results of its Q1 2022 top-clicked phishing report. "In our latest quarterly phishing report, we found that holiday-themed emails were the most tempting for employees to click on," says Stu...

Hubble confirms largest comet nucleus ever seen

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has determined the size of the largest icy comet nucleus ever seen by astronomers. The estimated diameter is approximately 80 miles across, about 50 times larger than found at the heart of most known comets. Its mass is estimated to be a...

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Storage servers the ideal solution for SMBs

Data is at the heart of any enterprise today, no matter how large or small, writes Anamika Budree, branded sales manager at WD South Africa. Given the rate at which digital content is growing, storage is becoming an increasing concern, and in a connected and...

TaxTim announces one-click tax return filing

As the 21 November tax season deadline fast approaches, taxpayers may find relief knowing that this year there is a new and simpler alternative for submitting their annual tax returns provided by digital tax assistant TaxTim. Until now TaxTim has focussed on assisting...

How the cloud helps SMEs tidy up the IT mess

Cloud backup provider IronTree estimates that one in five South African small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) experience some form of data loss once a year, most commonly as a result of accidents and natural disasters, data corruption, or theft of computing...

Obsidian, Red Hat lay down enterprise security gauntlet

Open source industry partners Obsidian and Red Hat will host a two-day event in October to discuss the feasibility of open source technology as an integrated IT solution for enterprises and the relevant decisions left up to CIOs. The agenda will include in-depth...

Fujitsu adds integrated backup for the mid-market

Fujitsu now makes the planning, implementation and operation of data backup easy for mid-sized businesses and those with branch offices and distributed operations. The Fujitsu Storage Eternus CS200c Integrated Backup Appliance delivers customers a complete backup and...

LG’s Sound Bar brings studio-quality sound home

LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled its newest audio access accessory for today’s generation of flat panel TV units, the NB5540 Sound Bar. Now when users sit back to enjoy their favorite action film, video game or sports final, they’ll be completely immersed in the 4.1...

MDM debuts Datameer Version 5 with Smart Execution

Master Data Management (MDM), the distributor of Datameer in southern Africa, has announced the introduction of Datameer 5.0 with Smart Execution. Datameer 5.0 with Smart Execution is a new patent-pending technology that intelligently and dynamically selects the...

Courier company achieves high-speed recovery with Veeam

The RAM Group of Companies, which includes RAM Hand to Hand Couriers, has cut the time needed to back up the IT systems supporting its always-on business by 95% using Veeam software. “Our IT platform is a critical part of our business,” says group IT manager Lance...

Level 3 and Workonline enhance African network connectivity

Level 3 Communications, a Fortune 500 company that provides local, national and global communications services to enterprise, government and carrier customers, is collaborating with Workonline Communications to provide enhanced network connectivity in Africa....

Database 360 extends UK operations

South African marketing consultancy Database 360 has extended its business in the UK, opening a new office in Richmond, London. According to sales director Louise Robinson: “Having a UK presence allows us to better serve existing, and potential, UK-based clients.”...

Graduate: Investment Data Analyst – Western Cape Bellville

Job Title: Graduate: Investment Data AnalystArea: Northern Suburbs, Cape TownSalary: Market-related Headline:Kickstart your career in Investments by combing your IT skills with your investments passion and get involved in Operations by providing technical support...

Data Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

We have an exciting Data Specialist opportunity for one of the world's largest global independent bookmakers which provides a full portfolio of online, mobile betting and gaming with a national retail network. As the Data Specialist, you provide clean data sets to end...

Senior Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

You will be required to develop software and applications using mainly C#, ASP.NET and Client sideTranslate business feedback and requirements into working software solutions.Mentor more junior developers .Monitor code quality through peer code reviews.Lead on designs...

Data Solutions Architect (CH1016)

Our client, the most innovative financial institution in South Africa, is seeking a Data Solutions Architect to join their team in Sandton offices.Role PurposeTo define the technology solution for the Data and Analytics (D&A) environment and ensure that it is...

Application Developer

Position: Application DeveloperHire Resolves client is currently seeking a talented and experienced Application Developer to join their team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining...

Java Developer

Requirements for skilled Java Developers. Permanent position, 6 years + experience Hyrbrid working with offices based in Pretoria Full spec can be shared on request Desired Skills: Java Learn more/Apply for this position

IT Auditor

Renowned Asset Manager is looking for an IT Auditor to join their growing team. This role is Cape Town based. This is an Employment Equity designated role. The candidate will assist the Internal Audit team in executing internal audit activities within an Institutional...

Technical Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...

Senior Java Developer

Ready to take the Java world by storm? We're looking for a Senior Java Developer to help us revolutionize the software development industry! If you're a Java guru with a passion for emphasizing leadership, proficiency in Java-related technologies, and a commitment to...

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