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WiFi has evolved into a strategic growth engine capable of delivering a multiplier effect - where a single network investment drives compounding returns across employee productivity, customer engagement and revenue. This is the headline finding from Cisco’s new State...
World’s most trusted brands are cybercriminals’ entry point of choice
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Call for mental health support to be integrated into HIV care
A recent study by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Linköping University in Sweden showed that people living with HIV face an elevated risk of suicide due to a combination of stigma, fear of disclosure, mental health challenges and gaps in primary...
OpenAI aims to raise $100bn
OpenAI is reported to be in discussions with tech players Microsoft, Amazon and Nvidia, as well as the investor Softbank, to raise another $100-billion. If it’s successful, the company would have a value of at least $750-billion. The ChatGPT developer is currently one...
How long can the gold rally last?
Gold – which has jumped around 15% this year – is on an impressive run, but there are legitimate concerns about whether the momentum can last much longer. The warning from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, comes as the precious metal hits $5 500 this week amid...
Step out for Flip Flop Day 2026
South Africans are encouraged to put their best foot forward for children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer as Flip Flop Day 2026 returns on Friday, 20 February 2026. Led by CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa, Flip Flop Day is a national fundraising and...
Frogfoot expands its KZN footprint with Mitsol acquisition
Frogfoot has expanded its footprint in KwaZulu-Natal with the acquisition of fibre assets that were built and operated by Mitsol. The transition brings another 19 000 homes on to the Frogfoot network. “Mitsol is a meaningful acquisition for us,” says Richard Henn,...
IT distribution revenues hit record $24,3bn
Sales through the IT distribution channel increased 6% year over year to $24,3-billion in Q4 2025, marking the strongest quarter on record for North American distribution, according to the IDC North America Distribution Tracker (NADT), powered by GTDC. The record Q4...
SA is turning to AI for learning, work and opportunity
A new report from Google and Ipsos shows that South African users are not only embracing artificial intelligence (AI), but increasingly using it as a practical tool for learning, work and major life decisions. The study, “Our Life with AI: Helpfulness in the hands of...
AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure
By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...
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Cloud best practices in 2025
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Optimising GEO satellite performance for the cloud
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Database Administrator – Hybrid – Johannesburg – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a specialist vehicle finance group focused on delivering tailored financing solutions to individuals and businesses across South Africa. They are currently seeking a Database Administrator to take ownership of the Organisation's data...
Senior Back-End Developer (C# and .NET) at Reverside – Gauteng Pretoria
Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We work with global clients across industries to create innovative and scalable technology solutions.We are...
Technical Software Team Lead (CH1207) (Remote)
Our client in the fraud prevention industry is looking for a Technical Team Lead to join their team. The role is fully remote and can be performed from anywhere in South Africa.The company combats fraud across the financial services industry by providing a shared...
Senior Sitecore CMS Developer at Reverside
Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We work with clients across industries to design, develop, and maintain bespoke digital experiences using...
Project Manager
Key Responsibilities: Manages project planning and deliveryManage project risks and issuesEnsure effective budget controlManage and support project teamEffective management of quality and processesEffective reporting and stakeholder managementPerforms other related...
Technical Software Team Lead (CH1207) (Remote) – Gauteng Gosforth Park
Our client in the fraud prevention industry is looking for a Technical Team Lead to join their team. The role is fully remote and can be performed from anywhere in South Africa.The company combats fraud across the financial services industry by providing a shared...
Senior Sitecore CMS Developer at Reverside – Gauteng Pretoria
Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We work with clients across industries to design, develop, and maintain bespoke digital experiences using...
Project Manager – Gauteng Erasmuskloof
Key Responsibilities: Manages project planning and deliveryManage project risks and issuesEnsure effective budget controlManage and support project teamEffective management of quality and processesEffective reporting and stakeholder managementPerforms other related...
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Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Architect (Contract) to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing:Translate...
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Key Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...
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