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%...

Telkom expects increased earnings for FY24

Telkom expects to report improved financial results for the financial year ended 31 March 2024, stronger operational performance driven by continued demand for its next-generation technologies along with cost-optimisation initiatives. It has issued a trading statement...

MTN, Huawei sign strategic MoU on Net5.5G

MTN South Africa and Huawei have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for strategic cooperation on Net5.5G. An IP Day Summit themed "Net5.5G Network Development" and co-hosted by the two organisations brought together experts from MTN's network planning and...

How AI can improve customer service

Insights, user experience and process improvement are three ways artificial intelligence (AI) can benefit customer service organisations, according to Gartner. Service and support leaders should understand these three benefits in order to thoroughly develop and track...

New AMD Radeon improves CAD performance

AMD has announced new additions to the AMD Radeon PRO W6000 Series desktop and mobile workstation graphics lineup, designed to deliver exceptional performance, stability and reliability for professional users, including CAD designers, engineers and office knowledge...

Supply chain technology supports visibility, sustainability

The pandemic will continue to impact global and regional supply chains through 2022 due to factory shutdowns, transportation constraints, demand fluctuations, and supply constraints. These challenges place pressure on manufacturing, inventory availability, and...

End of SA lockdown brings risk investors to the fore

In March 2020, the longest bull market in history turned bearish, with market sentiment swinging aggressively towards pessimism. While the global stock market recovered quickly, the South African economy found itself in a decided downturn, exacerbated by the...

The pandemic changed how consumers shop

Multiple factors have affected the retail environment, and largely changed the way that consumers shop. This is according to a new global consumer retail study from Intel and IHL Group that speaks to the changing retail experience while highlighting technologies that...

Organisations fail to achieve a complete customer view

Only 14% of organisations have achieved a 360-degree view of the customer, according to Gartner. However, 82% of respondents said they still aspire to attain this goal in a Gartner survey of 402 marketing, IT and other enterprise leaders responsible for customer data...

How the top smart cities perform

Juniper Research has ranked Shanghai as the world's number one smart city for 2022. Juniper Research's smart city rankings were compiled following an extensive study of cities around the globe as published in our latest research, Smart Cities: Key Technologies,...

Report reveals security trends from 2021

During 2021, organisations experienced 50% more weekly cyber-attacks than in 2020, according to the 2022 Security Report from Check Point Research (CPR). The Education/Research sector's 1 605 weekly attacks took the lead (75% increase), followed by Government/Military...

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BPS, DRS partner to grow electronic marking

Bytes People Solutions (BPS), an internationally accredited education, training, skills development and people consulting organisation, has partnered with DRS Data Services, a global data capture specialist, to increase the uptake of electronic marking in education,...

Attix5 provides backup service to Hamptons

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Avoiding negativity in the workplace

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WD My Cloud EX4 available from DCC

Get ahead of your data storage needs with up to 16Tb of Network Attached Storage (NAS) as well as personal cloud functionality with WD’s new My Cloud EX4 from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). The My Cloud EX4 is a high-performance, four-bay NAS for your...

Canon partners on scan-to-cloud capabilities

Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, is announcing that its partners can now offer Nuance Scan to Cloud software with its platform of imageRUNNER ADVANCE multi-functional devices (MFDs). The software allows organisations to automatically convert paper...

Pamoja promotes server hosting in the cloud

Scalability, flexibility, security and cost saving are just some of the benefits associated with a move from traditional on-premise servers to a cloud-based environment - and the business case for initiating the process is clear and strong. This is the view of...

Local businesses to see greater cloud cover

South Africa’s cloud services space has reached a new level. A reduction in the cost of data and reliability of data on fixed line and wireless media has driven more widespread utilisation of cloud services. Technology experts now believe the market has arrived at a...

Pitney Bowes South Africa offers MYpbVerify

South African consumers are relying more and more on credit. According to the National Credit Regulator (NCR), the number of credit-active consumers is now at 20,29-million, an increase of 0,4% compared to the previous quarter. Based on the growing number of...

Africell Holding acquires Orange Uganda

Africell Holding has signed an agreement with the Orange Group to acquire its majority stake in Orange Uganda.  The transaction upon completion, following regulatory approval, would bring Africell’s portfolio to four operations with a total market potential of over...

Two-factor authentication is a must

The repercussions of an online attack could be detrimental to a business, with both financial as well as reputation loss at stake, says Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO of ESET. With BYOD, mobility and cloud software becoming a standard for many companies, security should be...

Python Developer

Are you a Python virtuoso ready to steer your career towards the thrilling realm of automotive technology? Buckle up, because we've got an exhilarating opportunity for you to rev up your skills and drive innovation! Essential Skills: Expertise in Data Intelligence and...

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The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, and administer the company's network security. Ensure all network components are managed in accordance with approved guidelines and processes to ensure compliance. Desired Skills: Information Security Risk Management...

Dynamics CRM Developer

Join our client, a prominent player in the financial services and banking sector, in their pursuit of a Dynamics CRM Developer based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Main Purpose of the Job: As a Dynamics CRM Developer, you'll collaborate with a diverse team to implement and...

Dynamics CRM Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Join our client, a prominent player in the financial services and banking sector, in their pursuit of a Dynamics CRM Developer based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Main Purpose of the Job: As a Dynamics CRM Developer, you'll collaborate with a diverse team to implement and...

Functional Consultant / Business Analyst

Join our client, a leading player in the financial services and banking sector, in their quest for a Functional Consultant / Business Analyst based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Main Purpose of the Job: The Business Analyst is pivotal in delivering custom business and...

Functional Consultant / Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Join our client, a leading player in the financial services and banking sector, in their quest for a Functional Consultant / Business Analyst based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Main Purpose of the Job: The Business Analyst is pivotal in delivering custom business and...

NETWORK ENGINEER III

We are looking to hire a Network Engineer III who will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of an organization's network infrastructure, contributing to its overall operational success.What you'll do:Responsible for analysing and...

NETWORK ENGINEER III – Gauteng Midrand

We are looking to hire a Network Engineer III who will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of an organization's network infrastructure, contributing to its overall operational success.What you'll do:Responsible for analysing and...

Project Manager at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria

JOB PURPOSE:The purpose of this job is to manage the organisational projects using the appropriate Project Management methodogies. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Structure the business case for the project concepts identified and conduct general cost/benefit analysis, if...

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