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)...

Newly-discovered ransomware uses BitLocker to encrypt corporate data

Kaspersky has identified ransomware attacks using Microsoft's BitLocker to attempt encryption of corporate files. The threat actors remove the recovery options to prevent the files from being restored and use a malicious script with a new feature: it can detect...

Ecobank launches 2024 Fintech Challenge

Ecobank has official opened applications to the 7th edition of its Fintech Challenge. This annual competition invites early-stage and mature fintech startups to partner with Ecobank, offering a grand prize of $50 000 and a chance to scale their solutions across...

Tourism grows, but still below pre-Covid levels

Global tourism experienced a 4% upturn in 2021, compared to 2020 (415-million versus 400-million). However, international tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) were still 72% below the pre-pandemic year of 2019, according to preliminary estimates by UNWTO. This...

Citizen scientists spot a Jupiter-like planet in NASA TESS data

Tom Jacobs of Bellevue, Washington, loves treasure hunts. Since 2010, the former US naval officer has participated in online volunteer projects that allow anyone who is interested -- "citizen scientists" -- to look through NASA telescope data for signs of exoplanets,...

Omnichannel experience will drive e-commerce growth

The value of global e-commerce payment transactions will exceed $7,5-trillion by 2026, from $4,9-trillion in 2021, according to a new study from Juniper Research. This growth rate of 55% over the next five years will be driven by retailers offering compelling...

ESG is top of the enterprise tech agenda

Enterprises of all sizes are racing to deliver environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments, which is no longer a tick-box "nice to have" but an essential part of doing business in the twenty-first century. The ESG action is being driven by value and supply...

BlueNoroff drains cryptocurrency accounts

Kaspersky experts have uncovered a series of attacks by advanced persistent threat (APT) actor BlueNoroff against small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) worldwide resulting in major cryptocurrency losses for the victims. The campaign, dubbed SnatchCrypto, is aimed...

Zero-trust implementation gaps leave companies vulnerable

While most organisations have a vision of zero trust or are in the process of implementing zero-trust initiatives, fewer than half of them can translate this vision into the solutions they are implementing because they lack some basic core fundamentals of zero trust....

Cloud infrastructure spend continues growth trajectory

Spending on compute and storage infrastructure products for cloud infrastructure, including dedicated and shared environments, increased 6,6% year over year in the third quarter of 2021 (3Q21) to $18,6-billion. This is according to the International Data Corporation...

Crypto predictions for 2022

Crypto regulation is imminent in South Africa. In addition, ongoing price volatility and more formal links to the financial services sector are predicted for 2022, according to cryptocurrency exchange Luno. "Globally, we have seen moves to regulate crypto and we...

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Everki offers ergonomic laptop carriers

Kevin Luong and Vyrio Ngo are seasoned business travellers. The sales directors of the California-based Everki line of high-quality laptop backpacks, briefcases, messenger bags, camera bags and laptop travel solutions, are familiar with the frustrations that come with...

Syngenta, BT extend partnership

BT has announced a seven-year extension to its global networked IT services contract with Syngenta, one of the world’s leading agribusiness companies. BT has worked with Syngenta since 2000, managing all aspects of communications including an integrated IP...

Swift launches joint venture in Ghana

Swift Worldwide Resources has launched a joint venture called SOMINU with the Eastern Nsema Stool community in the western region of Ghana. SOMINU, which means, "help to lift," will provide job opportunities for over 2 000 personnel to support the upcoming...

JDA announces supply chain solution

JDA Software Group has announced its Distribution-Centric Supply Chain Suite, an integrated set of cloud-based best-of-breed supply chain planning and execution solutions that holistically and iteratively solve inventory planning, replenishment and order fulfilment...

T-Systems, Cisco solve education challenges

Education is a basic human right for all citizens of all ages, and as such improving education service delivery is one of South African government’s top priorities. However, addressing this need is challenging in the South African environment, as a large proportion of...

Which UPS is best?

Stability and availability of electricity is a growing problem in South Africa. Therefore, an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) has become a vital piece of equipment for businesses of all sizes, from large enterprise to the small and home office (SOHO), says Elrica...

Fujitsu unveils Eternus DX200F

Fujitsu has announced the launch of the Fujitsu Storage Eternus DX200F, an all-flash storage array that provides high-performance storage I/O. The new Eternus DX200F leverages the proven reliability of the Eternus DX S3 platform, one of the true enterprise-grade...

Self-service key for big data analytics

Big data is not a silver bullet; however, when applied to appropriate use cases, it can bring significant value to banks and insurance companies. This was the core message from the 2014 Big Data in Financial Services conference that was chaired by Gary Allemann, MD of...

Controlling the cost of compliance

Controlling compliance costs continues to be one of the top priorities for businesses today. The ultimate challenge is how to keep the right data in the right place at the right time. Unfortunately, legacy solutions often only serve to turn archives into permanent...

Data centre power quality and assurance

If the data centre of a financial service provider goes down due to a power glitch, the impact is significant – there’s potential damage to equipment, applications and systems. However, the greater impact includes downtime, business loss and damage to customer...

DYNAMICS CRM DEVELOPER

Collaborate with other software developers, business analysts, software architects and IT professionals to implement Microsoft Dynamics CRM solutions. Customize the system to meet the business needs of the company. Integrate existing systems and services into the CRM...

Client Technical Support (JHB Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical and ambitious Client Technical Support professional is sought by leading Data Solutions Provider for its Joburg division, but the role will be remote. You will be responsible for accurately and efficiently onboarding clients on the...

Application Senior Developer at Accenture

Design, build, assemble, and configure application or technical architecture components using business requirementsArchitect the development strategy for applications and componentsImplement and set security and data direction for the coding workEnsure communication...

C#.Net Developer

Looking for an outstanding C#.Net Developer who will be responsible for developing Web and Windows-based tools for external clients. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree / BTechC#.Net CoreAngularShould you meet the requirements for this position,...

DYNAMICS CRM DEVELOPER – Gauteng Sandown

Collaborate with other software developers, business analysts, software architects and IT professionals to implement Microsoft Dynamics CRM solutions. Customize the system to meet the business needs of the company. Integrate existing systems and services into the CRM...

Client Technical Support (JHB Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A strong technical and ambitious Client Technical Support professional is sought by leading Data Solutions Provider for its Joburg division, but the role will be remote. You will be responsible for accurately and efficiently onboarding clients on the...

Application Senior Developer at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand

Design, build, assemble, and configure application or technical architecture components using business requirementsArchitect the development strategy for applications and componentsImplement and set security and data direction for the coding workEnsure communication...

C#.Net Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Looking for an outstanding C#.Net Developer who will be responsible for developing Web and Windows-based tools for external clients. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree / BTechC#.Net CoreAngularShould you meet the requirements for this position,...

IT Project Manager at Sabenza IT

Our client is dynamic and innovative leader in the financial sector, dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions to our clients. We specialize in delivering top-notch software solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of financial institutions, ensuring...

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