In Scotland, NASA scientists search for clues about Mars’ past

This summer, NASA scientists headed to the Scottish Highlands to follow up on last year’s announcement of potential biosignatures on Mars and prepare for future research. The rocks and cliffs of Scotland’s Stoer formation offer a combination difficult to find on...

Patience and persistence key to job search success

New analysis shows that, on average, it takes around 15 months from the start of an active job search to beginning a new job role. In 2023, the average reached 17 months, while in 2025 it shortened to 14 months, according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for...

AI is changing enterprises, and already driving value

By Kathy Gibson - Artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to pay off for early enterprise adopters. More than half of companies that have implemented AI are now seeing a return on investment, with the most value reported by future-built organisations. This is the...

Tech giants raise the AI safety bar

The risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) are back in the spotlight with the news that rogue agents have been responsible for multiple attacks on government sites in Australia and the US. Even the FBI has not been immune to attacks from autonomous agents....

Telcos targeting ‘attractive’ SMB market

Telecoms service providers globally are upping their game to capture market share, grow revenue, and increase profitability by growing business in the small- and medium-sized business (SMB) market, according to new research from GlobalData. "Given the historical fact...

SA’s first solar façade skyscraper is generating power

Energy Partners, in collaboration with Fairvest, has completed the Metalbox skyscraper solar project in Auckland Park, Johannesburg, featuring building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) that generate up to 300MWh annually, making it South Africa's first solar facade...

Regtech to account for more than half of regulatory compliance spend

A new study from Juniper Research has found that global regtech spend will exceed $204-billion by 2026; accounting for over 50% of all regulatory compliance spend for the first time. This spend will grow from $68-billion in 2022; representing growth of over 200% over...

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...

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Resistance to Innovation is Futile

It stands to reason if we don’t innovate we’ll lose position because our competitors will take over our market share, writes Michael Stanleigh and Ian Huntly, CEO of Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings, official representatives of SoftExpert in South Africa . In...

14 tips to make web chat work

We have seen web chat really starting to take hold in the contact centre – and not just for the younger generation. Peter Flanagan, Genesys regional director: Southern & Eastern Africa, gives 14 top tips to implement a successful web chat policy. These tips were...

Acer extends reliability promise to Windows tablets

Acer announced enhancements to the”Acer Reliability Promise” by extending the programme to its Windows tablets. The scheme is targeted especially at Small/Medium Businesses/SoHo and now covers its TravelMate commercial notebook range, Veriton desktops, monitors,...

Hospital WiFi a boon for staff and patients

WiFi networks designed specifically for hospital use are catching on around the world, as both staff and patients see the multiple benefits of secure network access. Anton Jacobsz, MD of Aruba distributor Networks Unlimited, says that, along with hotels, retail areas,...

BCX debuts unified communications solution in the cloud

As the cloud continues to integrate all forms of information technology, more businesses are seeking unified communications services. In response to this demand, Business Connexion (BCX) is launching a hosted voice network that offers a complete voice experience from...

Atio offers voice biometrics via OneVault partnership

Atio has partnered with voice biometric authentication service provider OneVault to offer voice biometric solutions to its customers. According to Atio’s CEO, Chris Van der Sande: “ATIO has been focused on introducing innovative solutions into our overall solution...

Ocular Technologies offers Aspect’s cloud solution

Ocular Technologies, a South African contact centre solutions provider and Aspect 2014 Partner of the Year for Europe and Africa, will be offering Aspect’s cloud contact solution to its clients. “No longer an outlandish term, the usage of ‘cloud-based solution’ is...

No silver bullet for security

The security landscape is a complex one, and several layers of defence at multiple points in the organisation are needed to successfully combat today’s sophisticated threats. Unfortunately, for too many businesses, the idea of a ‘quick fix’ is tempting, and they learn...

Weak passwords threaten the enterprise

Research reveals time and again that weak login credentials, including passwords, remain among the top causes of data breaches around the world. Despite this, individuals continue to choose weak and insecure passwords to protect their most sensitive data. Simon...

Always-on enterprise storage key for cloud-based big data

The data explosion is a well-known fact, and big data is having a profound impact not only on the volume of data but also the variety of data generated and the velocity at which it is being created, writes Kalvin Subbadu, sales manager: components at WD South Africa....

Java and Kafka Developer (Senior) 2481 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for functional and/or technical design document(s).Proactively propose solutions to improve the support of (new) business processes.Executing the required changes...

Automation Tester – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you passionate about software testing and automation? We're looking for a skilled Automation Tester to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and contribute to the...

Azure Full Stack Developer (Dt0 – Dt2)

Our Client is looking for a Azure Full Stack Developer to join their team.Area: Menlyn Maine, Pretoria Role:Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2659 TT

General Role Tasks:Development and maintenance on platform/applicationDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of system/technical documentation (as per ISO standards)Ability and willingness to coach and give training to...

Manager Network Management System at Sentech

SENTECH Network Management System Department is looking for Manager to ensure the network's optimal performance, availability, and reliability. The role will lead a team of professionals responsible for NMS operations and performance monitoring. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:...

Azure Full Stack Developer (Dt0 – Dt2) – Gauteng Pretoria

Our Client is looking for a Azure Full Stack Developer to join their team.Area: Menlyn Maine, Pretoria Role:Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2659 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

General Role Tasks:Development and maintenance on platform/applicationDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of system/technical documentation (as per ISO standards)Ability and willingness to coach and give training to...

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