Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Gig workers turn to ride-hailing

Ride-hailing is helping South Africans earn income, build financial independence and navigate a tough economic environment. These are among the findings from Bolt’s new Gig Economy Report that examines how digital platforms are reshaping livelihoods, with many South...

Amazon will buy Globalstar, expanding space-based connectivity

Amazon.com will acquired Globalstar, enabling Amazon Leo to add direct-to-device (D2D) services to its low Earth orbit satellite network and extend cellular coverage to customers beyond the reach of terrestrial networks. In addition, Amazon and Apple announced an...

Wearables to the fore in health digitalisation

Enhancing the relationship between people's health and wellbeing and the global movement of digitalisation with the use of wearables will allow for a wider understanding of health conditions or the optimization of communication. This is according to IDTechEx's...

European Commission launches Grok investigation

The European Commission has launched a new formal investigation against X under the Digital Services Act (DSA). In parallel, the Commission extended its ongoing investigation launched in December 2023 into X's compliance with its recommender systems risk management...

As gold smashes $5k, speculation about $6k mounts

Gold has soared past $5 000 for the first time, and could hit $6 000 by the end of the year as the current situation stands. This is the prediction from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, who says the metal’s explosive rise signals a profound shift in how global...

SA poised for recovery as purchasing power improves

South Africa’s economy is expected to expand by 1,2% in 2026, with growth momentum expected to strengthen thanks to resilient consumer demand and infrastructure investment. This is according to the Economic Outlook 2026 released by the Mastercard Economics Institute...

Tech executives double down on AI, talent, adaptive strategies

KPMG’s Global Tech Report 2026 reveals that organisations worldwide are moving beyond pilots and seeking to embed AI into core workflows and offerings, striving to scale investments. The new report identifies that while expectations are high and adoption is rapid;...

Financial services leans into AI

AI has taken centre stage in financial services, automating the research and execution behind algorithmic trading and helping banks more accurately detect fraud and money laundering — all while improving risk management practices and expediting document processing....

Iran passes 17 days with sparse connectivity

As the rest of the world battles to verify the numbers of dead, injured or imprisoned Iranians after weeks of unrest, a more complete picture could emerge as the country slowly gets back online - but so far attempts to resume connectivity have not been effective. Iran...

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Now is not the time to neglect DEI Initiatives

Within his first four days in office, US President Donald Trump, issued executive orders that ban diversity and inclusion (DEI) programmes in the US federal government that will overturn much of the work done in the past four years to increase diversity in the US...

Navigate responsible AI adoption in a rapidly transforming world

In 2016 Klaus Schwab, executive chairman of the World Economic Forum reflected on the intersection of technology and humanity, writes Ntsako Baloyi, senior manager in the technology business at Accenture, Africa. Schwab expressed concern about how technology like...

Navigating the complexities of privileged access management

Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Access Management (IAM) are critical pillars of modern cybersecurity. These systems are designed to secure access to sensitive resources, enforce principles like least privilege, and implement just-in-time access...

Customer privacy and data security key for loyalty programmes

Even though loyalty programmes have become increasingly popular, research shows that loyalty fraud now accounts for 31% of all fraud attempts against online merchants globally. By Len Lubbe CEO of LoyaltyPlus Given how companies collect and store vast amounts of...

Why traditional extinguishers can’t tame lithium-ion battery fires

You might wonder why a regular fire extinguisher, the kind you might have in your home or workplace, can't handle lithium-ion battery fires. SafeQuip, a distributor of fire-related equipment, explores why lithium-ion battery fires can be intense and tricky,...

inDrive introduces ‘Light Cashless’ feature

African ride-hailing platform inDrive has introduced "Light Cashless," a bank transfer payment feature tailored for the South African market that aligns with the country's accelerating shift toward cashless transactions by offering a safer and more convenient payment...

What makes 5G technology worth the investment?

Why should customers and companies care about 5G when they have perfectly acceptable connectivity solutions in hand already asks, asks Chris Boshoff, senior product manager at Vox. There is excitement about 5G. It is the fastest growing mobile technology in history,...

Give your old smartphone a new lease on life

Just upgraded your smartphone for a new model? Rather than throwing it away or letting it gather dust, you could repurpose it to add value to your life. From home automation to entertaining your kids, the possibilities are numerous. TCL suggests 10 ways to reinvent...

PMI launches ISO-accredited PMI-PMOCP certification

Project Management Institute (PMI) has launched the PMI Project Management Office Certified Professional (PMI-PMOCP) certification to equip PMO professionals with the expertise to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, drive strategic decisions, and...

Commvault launches CIS-hardened images

Commvault has announced that its Commvault Cloud Platform can be easily deployed from major cloud marketplaces utilising CIS-hardened images. These CIS-hardened images are pre-configured with CIS-recommended settings and controls will be available on the following...

Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Centurion

an award-winning IT company with over 17 years of experience specializing in custom software development, mobile app creation, and web development, is seeking a high-caliber Senior C# Developer to join their dynamic team in Pretoria. You will be responsible for...

Agile Master (Senior) 0572 – Gauteng Pretoria

Provides active and regular mentorship to other Agile Masters.Supports multiple Feature Teams in complex Products / Sub-Products up to Domain level.Provides key insights into the evolution of Agile KPIs in complex Agile teams to improve efficiencies at an...

SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) 1781 – Gauteng Pretoria

Lead and manage the SAP EWM operations team (+20 DevOps engineers), ensuring effective day-to-day Incident resolution, support and continuous improvement of warehouse processes.Planning, organising and participate in 24/7 support related activities.Plan, coordinate...

Network Security Engineer – 24 months contract

Network Security Engineer - 24 months contractJOB DESCRIPTION Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems...

FullStack Java Developer

We are seeking a Full Stack Java Developer with strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) and Angular to join our growing development team. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation and deployment, working...

QA Automation Engineer

Our client is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for a remote role, with the option to work hybrid in Cape Town. Key Requirements Qualification: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Software Development, IT, or related field.Experience: 3+ years in QA...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

About the Role:We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to support the development and operation of innovative industrialization solutions in in-house logistics. The role focuses on automating logistics processes and integrating autonomous transport systems and...

Project/Software Engineer (PLC Programmer)

Ready to Engineer the Future of Automation?We're partnering with a leader in industrial automation—over two decades of delivering smart, integrated solutions across mining, FMCG, and water treatment industries. Looking for a technically sharp, solutions-driven...

Project/Software Engineer (PLC Programmer) – Gauteng Primrose

Ready to Engineer the Future of Automation?We're partnering with a leader in industrial automation—over two decades of delivering smart, integrated solutions across mining, FMCG, and water treatment industries. Looking for a technically sharp, solutions-driven...

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