Unmanaged AI poses new ‘shadow agent’ crisis

A growing “shadow agent” crisis threatens to overwhelm businesses. According to the Veeam Software’ latest research, organisations across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are battling unmanaged AI on two fronts. On the data security front, 70% of organisations...

A third of employees laid off due to AI will need to be rehired

As AI continues to accelerate the pace and scope of work, CIOs must prepare for four shifts that will influence the future of work, says Gartner. “When business and IT executives look back on the early AI-era, they will realise their greatest mistake was believing...

IT channel pivots to add value as AI takes off

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape - Artificial intelligence (AI) may be at the peak of the hype cycle, but this doesn’t detract from the value that the technology will bring to the industry. That’s the word from Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle, who...

Network to the fore as agentic AI adoption takes off

In the era of agentic AI, the network is becoming the critical foundation for trust, security and the seamless operating models through which people and AI can build the future. However, as organisations move quickly to gain an advantage from AI, a significant gap has...

Botnet prices start as low as $99

Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence experts analysed botnet sales on the dark web and shadow Telegram channels and discovered that attackers can acquire ready-made solutions starting at $99. Besides one-time purchases, botnets can be hired or acquired as leaked...

Healthcare information system market set to hit $1,09trn

The global healthcare information system market is anticipated to reach $1,095-trillion by 2030 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 13,32% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Government initiatives have boosted the market...

Tourism enjoys a strong start to 2022

International tourism continued its recovery in January 2022, with a much better performance compared to the weak start to 2021. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine adds pressure to existing economic uncertainties, coupled with many Covid-related travel...

ISPA hopes spectrum will soon deliver the goods

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) hosted a successful auction of high-demand radio spectrum and is now moving quickly to assign this precious resource to the successful bidders. "ICASA should be commended for hosting a successful and...

NASA finds Arctic winter sea ice is among lowest on record

Arctic sea ice appeared to have hit its annual maximum extent on 25 February after growing through the fall and winter. This year’s wintertime extent is the 10th-lowest in the satellite record maintained by the National Snow and Ice Data Center, one of NASA’s...

African Development Bank pledges $2,8bn to SA

African Development Bank group president Dr Akinwumi Adesina has pledged his institution's support for South Africa, announcing a $2,8-billion package for the country over the next five years. Of this, about $400-million (R6-billion) will support Eskom and the...

Applications open for 2022 Africa’s Business Heroes competition

The "Africa's Business Heroes" (ABH) prize competition, one of the Jack Ma Foundation's flagship philanthropic programs spotlighting and celebrating Africa's entrepreneurial talent, has opened applications for its fourth annual edition. Entrepreneurs from all 54...

In Global Money Week, learn to save smarter

Global Money Week, an annual global awareness campaign highlighting the importance of ensuring young people are financially aware and celebrated this week from 21 to 27 March, should be a stark reminder for people to avoid falling into a debt trap. This is according...

Government joins the fight against content piracy

The South African government has committed to fighting against content piracy. This is the word from Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola, speaking at the launch of Partners Against Piracy (PAP), an initiative to combat piracy and raise awareness...

AMD Instinct drives HPC, AI applications

AMD has announced the availability of the AMD Instinct ecosystem with expanded system support from partners including ASUS, Dell Technologies, Gigabyte, HPE, Lenovo and Supermicro; the new AMD Instinct MI210 accelerator; and the robust capabilities of ROCm 5 software....

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DCC offers new Huawei E5220 WiFi modem

Create a WiFi hotspot quickly and effortlessly wherever you need it with the Huawei E5220 WiFi modem from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). This fully portable modem allows you to share a single mobile data connection with up to 10 devices, and offers...

Cloud-based computer bridges IT gap

CloudGate, the new computer from Cloudware Technologies (a MICROmega company), combines the simplicity of the Android operating system with the creative tools of the traditional desktop to create what Cloudware’s MD Brian Timperley calls “a powerful new hybrid device...

Protecting the mobile workforce

Not too long ago, many organisations were dismissing the bring your own device (BYOD) phenomenon as being of no consequence. However, nowadays they realise that BYOD can have serious implications for the business, and are putting policies in place and implementing...

How insurers should choose new technology

The process of choosing new technology has traditionally involved selection centred on a functional and technical scoring exercise. However to select the best technology partner, insurers should look beyond core features and functions and aspire to innovations like...

Securing the Internet of Things

Not too long ago, the notion that everyday appliances - home, office, medical - would be connected to a network and the Internet was far-fetched and futuristic. Today, however, it is a reality, and we are seeing a slew of devices connecting to the Internet and to each...

Retailers increasingly seek ESL benefits

Electronic shelf labels (ESLs) will, in the next five years, grow beyond retail markets in legislated countries and revenues will increase six-fold to nearly $2-billion by 2019, according to an ABI research report: Next Gen Retail: Electronic Shelf Labels. The report...

VMware announces Workstation 11

VMware, the global leader in virtualisation and cloud infrastructure, today announced VMware Workstation 11, the newest version of its leading PC virtualisation solution. Celebrating 15 years of virtualisation excellence and having garnered more than 50 industry...

Oracle upgrades Exalytics In-Memory machine

The ability to find answers to strategic business questions quickly offers a competitive advantage to organisations of any size in any industry. The latest refresh of Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine, an engineered system for business analytics, includes Intel Xeon...

PPO targets Irish market with Trigraph

As part of the company’s strategy to grow its global footprint, Project Portfolio Office has joined forces with Dublin-based Trigraph Professional Services, to gain greater traction within the Irish market for its online project management and collaboration...

AIS becomes IBM partner

Assimilated Information Systems (AIS), a specialist provider of software and IT solutions, has joined the IBM PartnerWorld Program as an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) giving it access to a variety of IBM technologies, tools, and services to further enhance its...

CNC Programmer at CME Recruitment – Western Cape Maitland

Cape TownPrecision Manufacturing IndustryKEY JOB FUNCTIONS: CNC Programming;Overseeing CNC Team;Modelling in Solidworks;Assist with Plug building;Routine maintenance and calibration of the 5-Axis machine.REQUIREMENTS: At least 10 to 15 years relevant work...

IT Security Administrator (CH1011) – Gauteng Arcadia

Our client in the financial services industry is looking for an IT Security Administrator.The IT Security Administrator assist the CSM to monitor identify and prevent cyber security threat to the client and plays a vital role in keeping the company's proprietary and...

Software Consultant – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client, a leading software and solutions developing company, specifically catering to the hospitality sector, seeks to employ a Software Consultant candidate to join this progressive and expanding professional team. Please note that this role is fully remote and...

Senior IT Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Minimum requirements:Physically fit and healthyMatricValid driver's licence, and own carA+ and N+ qualification, coupled with an MCSE or equivalentAt least 5 years' experience within the same role, ideally with a knowledge of Pastel installation, support,...

Fullstack C#.Net Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our clients in the financial space are on the hunt for a Full-stack C#.NET developer to join their dynamic team in Pretoria for a fantastic Hybrid Permanent role. Work in a fast-paced environment with the latest in technology and catapult your career! Skills and...

Scrum Master (CH994)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Scrum Master who will be responsible for the facilitation of workflows within one or two software development teams to ensure that they deliver on their respective commitments...

Software Consultant

Our client, a leading software and solutions developing company, specifically catering to the hospitality sector, seeks to employ a Software Consultant candidate to join this progressive and expanding professional team. Please note that this role is fully remote and...

IT Project Coordinator

SALARY: Market Related REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Degree or Diploma in Project Management as well as relevant project management work experienceScrum Agile certification/experience2+ years of work experience in related business (Development & Engineering)DUTIES:...

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