SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

CFOS play an outsize role as AI scales enterprise-wide

As AI becomes more integrated into enterprise operations and decision-making, chief financial officers (CFOs) are taking on a larger role in shaping enterprise priorities around AI, helping turn strategy into execution, and determining how investments and capital...

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...

Webb finds carbon molecules around a young star

An international team of astronomers has used NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope to study the disk of gas and dust around a young, very low-mass star. The results reveal the largest number of carbon-containing molecules seen to date in such a disk. These findings have...

Technology seen as key to expanding economic opportunity

Global leaders are keen to use technology including AI to advance key impact goals, according to a new study from HP Inc with Oxford Economics. The study of business executives and government officials in 10 countries found three out of four leaders believe technology...

Global 3D printer industry buoyant despite 2021 challenges

Shipments of Industrial 3D printers were up +39% through the first three quarters of 2021 but remained recessed -6% from pre-Covid levels (Q1-Q3 2019). Certain 3D printing technologies can bring mid-volume production of hard goods closer to the point of consumption...

European edge market set for double-digit growth

International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Edge Spending Guide estimates that enterprise and service provider spending on edge computing will reach $40-billion in 2022 in Europe and significantly increase over the forecast period, reaching nearly $64-billion...

JanuWorry drives up demand for split payments

January - or "JanuWorry" as it is colloquially known - is stressful for many South Africans faced with the consequences of festive season holiday splurges and back-to-school costs. South Africans, who are amongst the world's worst savers, face additional financial...

CEO optimism hits 10-year high with stronger economy forecast

CEOs continued to face pressure generated by the ongoing Covid pandemic and market conditions such as rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and the 'Great Resignation' - but CEOs are the most optimistic they have been in 10 years about the prospects for a...

Personal employee data leaks often not disclosed

While organisations regularly face employee data leakage, 46% of respondents from South Africa prefer not to disclose these incidents publicly. At the same time, staff may lack basic cybersecurity knowledge to protect themselves as less than half (46%) of businesses...

Early movers can seize climate action advantage

After years of inadequate action in combating the threat of climate change, players in all sectors are waking up to the challenge. For instance, in 2019 only 29 countries representing 10% of global emissions had made net-zero pledges, while today, 92 countries...

Blockchain set to transform insurance claims

Blockchain-based insurance will transform claims administration, saving $10-billion in costs globally by 2024, up from $1,1-billion in 2021. A new report from Juniper Research finds that insurance providers will increasingly leverage the benefits of increased process...

Fed’s failure on inflation could be positive for bitcoin

The US Federal Reserve's failure on inflation will help drive the price of bitcoin up. The assesment from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group's, comes as the US consumer price index jumped 7% in 2021, the largest 12-month gain since June 1982. The inflation index...

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Select a payment method through a PSP

Payment service providers (PSPs) should be equipped to help online merchants choose the best payment methods for their business needs as the market gets ever more diverse, says Brendon Williamson of PayGate. “The payments landscape has never been more volatile or...

Migrating your SME to Office 365

The Microsoft Office 365 suite is a cloud-based version of traditional Microsoft Office software, and offers organisations a number of benefits. Office 365 is particularly suited to the Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) market, as the agility of these organisations...

Itec Converge wins Dealer of the Year

Office automation and communications group Itec has awarded its Dealer of the Year accolade for the sub-Saharan Africa region to West Rand-based Itec Converge. The award places Itec Converge at the forefront of 47 highly competitive dealers that vied for top spot....

Trend Micro offers free Heartbleed scanners

To help Internet users protect themselves from the Heartbleed bug that is eroding SSL security features on Web sites worldwide, Trend Micro has announced the release of two free Heartbleed scanners for computers and mobile devices designed to verify whether they are...

Fujitsu to showcase Workplace Anywhere

At Citrix Synergy Los Angeles 2014, Fujitsu will showcase its unique Workplace Anywhere solution, which enables enterprises to become truly mobile while still maintaining complete control over security and cost. Enterprises that want to embrace enterprise mobility but...

2014 SARS Employer Filing season now open

As a South African employer, you are required to reconcile and submit PAYE, UIF and SDL contributions for the period 01 March 2013 to 28 February 2014. You need to submit accurate and complete employee tax certificates and a reconciliation of contributions for the...

Analytics is changing fraud prevention

A recent report from Gartner has stated that organisations that use predictive analytics will increase their profitability by 20% by 2017. There is a great deal of focus placed on the benefit of analytics for improving profitability. Less commented on, but no less...

McAfee expands threat protection

McAfee has announced expanded capabilities to find, freeze, and fix advanced threats faster to win the fight against advanced and evasive targeted attacks. Part of the McAfee Security Connected approach, the McAfee Comprehensive Threat Protection solution tightly...

Samsung, Good Technology partner on apps

Samsung Electronics South Africa and Good Technology, a leader in secure mobility, have announced a strategic partnership that will provide the enterprise with an advanced mobile security solution for Samsung mobile devices. This solution combines KNOXTM, Samsung’s...

Network Platforms connects to Akamai

Getting faster Internet speed usually involves spending more money on bigger bandwidth. But the innovators at Network Platforms, one of South Africa’s leading ISPs, have come up with a solution that gives users better bandwidth at no extra cost. As Network Platforms...

Fullstack C#/ SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Calling all C# Developers! Our client in the banking space require a Fullstack C#/ SQL Developer! Work in a dynamic team and enjoy a fantastic Hybrid permanent role! Requirements: Tertiary Education: IT Diploma or Degree in Computer Science / Relevant...

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,...

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