BETI up in May but future still uncertain
The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), which measures the value of all electronic interbank transactions processed by BankservAfrica, recovered further in May 2024, contributing to a positive outlook for the economy in the second quarter. However,...
Load shedding relief raises manufacturing sentiment
Confidence among local manufacturers has reached the best level in two years. This is according to the Q2 Absa Manufacturing Survey, which showed that business confidence rose 7 points to 28 during the quarter. "Over the last few years, manufacturers' confidence...
Third known firmware bootkit shows major advancement
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered the third case of a firmware bootkit in the wild. Dubbed MoonBounce, this malicious implant is hidden within a computer's Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, an essential part of computers, in the SPI flash, a...
Zondo Commission findings offer guidance for board chairs
In detailing some of the crimes and misdemeanours that enabled state capture, the Zondo Commission's report is in fact offering office-bearers across business and society a morality tale, according to the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA). In this spirit,...
Top home automation trends in 2022
The Internet of things (IoT) is on the rise with projections suggesting that approximately 50-billion IoT devices will be in use around the world by 2050. This is because today, time-pressed consumers are already turning to technology for greater convenience and...
Telkom on removal of ITA case from the urgent court roll
Telkom has reached agreement with all the respondents on the need to expedite the hearing for Part B of Telkom’s two-part application. “In line with the agreement between the parties, while we await the decision of the court on the proposed timelines for the hearing...
More investment needed in African tech start-ups
Tech start-ups will be key drivers of Africa's digital transformation, but there is an urgent need for more investment. Start-up funding in Africa was more than $1,2-billion in 2020. This is a six-fold increase in five years, but still less than 1% of the value that...
Great supply chain disruption will continue in 2022
The highly synchronised global supply chain system developed over the past 30 years is under strain like never before and resolving the disruption will be less a "sprint" and more of a "marathon" that runs well into 2022, according to a new report by IHS Markit. The...
Intelligent edge to drive supply chain decisions
Driven by evolving data communications networks, including 5G, Gartner predicts that 25% of supply chain decisions will be made across intelligent edge ecosystems through 2025. "Historically, digital supply chain investments prioritised large-scale, centralised...
Semiconductor revenue passed $500bn for the first time
Worldwide semiconductor revenue increased 25,1% in 2021 to total $583,5-billion, crossing the $500-billion threshold for the first time, according to preliminary results by Gartner. "As the global economy bounced back in 2021, shortages appeared throughout the...
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Sophos Cloud promotes user-based approach
Sophos has announced the latest version of Sophos Cloud, the company’s cloud-based solution for small- and mid-sized organisations wanting a simpler approach to IT security. The new version of Sophos Cloud manages Windows, Mac and mobile devices from a single console....
Sisonke uses Xerox digital colour presses
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Riverbed renames products
Riverbed Technology, the leader in application performance infrastructure, has introduced new product names that better describe what each product does and reflect how together they deliver unique strategic value as part of an integrated solution, the Riverbed...
Video conferencing could overtake e-mail
There is a very good chance that the world is about to experience a mini-revolution in the video technology marketplace –an advancement in transforming an already amazing collaboration tool into something far more beneficial to businesses, says Nicolette Kruger,...
Zambia, IBM to provide access to medicine
IBM has announced a collaboration with the Zambian Ministry of Health to provide citizens with improved access to 200 lifesaving drugs. Supported by the World Bank, the Department for International Development, UNICEF and London Business School, Zambia’s Medical...
Veeam launches Availability Suite
Veeam Software, innovative provider of solutions that deliver Availability for the Modern Data Centre, has announced Veeam Availability Suite (available Q3, 2014), a solution that ensures all applications and data are accessible whenever and wherever they are needed....
FNB improves building security with Jasco
As one of the largest banks in South Africa, security is a top priority for FNB. When the camera system at the bank’s Fairland building reached end of life, increasing security risks and adding to operational costs, upgrading it became paramount. FNB turned to Jasco...
Rectron offers new Seagate harddrive
South African ICT and consumer electronics distributor, Rectron, has announced availability of the Seagate Enterprise Capacity 3.5 HDD v4. The 6Tb hard disk drive (HDD) offers the fastest performance available for a nearline HDD and delivers up to 25% performance...
Kaspersky Lab unveils FriendOrFoe app
Kaspersky Lab presents FriendOrFoe – a free app for Facebook that allows users to assess just how “valuable” their friends are, and even shows what others think of them. The app will reveal which of those hundreds of followers are genuine fans, who reposts and...
Kemp launches new Condor framework
Kemp Technologies has announced Kemp Condor, a true multi-tenant application service delivery solution for enterprises, managed hosting companies and cloud service providers who want to adopt a best-of-breed network function virtualisation (NFV) strategy. Condor's...
IT Support at NTT Motor Group – Gauteng Brooklyn
IT End User Support - What is on offer? We have an exciting opportunity for an End User IT Support Engineer to join the team based in Pretoria.This position is responsible for maintaining and proactively managing the infrastructure within dealerships as well as...
Data Specialist – Western Cape Somerset West
ENVIRONMENT:BE responsible for the management of the migration process of clients and ensuring the accurate and on time upload of financial data as the next Data Specialist urgently sought by a vibrant, fast-paced & growing provider of cutting-edge FinTech...
Test Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Develop certification requirements and compliance program new payment technology-based products.Good Knowledge on the MasterCard and Visa Simulators.Continuous learning according to the Visa /MC/CUP/Amex/Diners new functionalities & Aware of the new updates.Create...
SAP EWM Consultant (Senior) 2702 TT
We work in a DevOps team together with international IT and business product teams:Close coordination with developers to make go lives safe and successfulFollowing up on incident tickets to make long term improvementActively making suggestions to reduce the number of...
Scrum Master Agile at Sabenza IT
Are you ready to lead transformational change in the heart of South Africa's financial services industry? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Scrum Master with a passion for software delivery to join our innovative team in Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity...
Senior Python Engineer
Senior Python Engineer Calling all Python pros! Are you ready to elevate your expertise? Join our client's team as a Senior Python Engineer and unlock limitless possibilities in cutting-edge tech. R 800 000 - R 960 000Are you a seasoned Python expert ready to lead the...
Business Analyst (ILR) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
SAP EWM Consultant (Senior) 2702 TT – Gauteng Pretoria
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Scrum Master Agile at Sabenza IT – Gauteng Menlyn
Are you ready to lead transformational change in the heart of South Africa's financial services industry? We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Scrum Master with a passion for software delivery to join our innovative team in Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity...
Senior Python Engineer – Remote Remote
Senior Python Engineer Calling all Python pros! Are you ready to elevate your expertise? Join our client's team as a Senior Python Engineer and unlock limitless possibilities in cutting-edge tech. R 800 000 - R 960 000Are you a seasoned Python expert ready to lead the...
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