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)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

Massive growth forecast for data lake market

The global data lake market size is anticipated to reach $59,89-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The rise of data lake house architectures is a significant trend in the...

Intel powers China’s intelligent cockpit market

Intel will collaborate with Neusoft and ThunderSoft to develop new solutions based on Intel's AI-enhanced software-defined vehicle (SDV) system-on-chip (SoC) to power the intelligent cockpit of next-generation vehicles for automakers. The efforts will combine each...

Tourism body calls for end to blanket travel restrictions

The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) of the United Nations calls out against the introduction of blanket restrictions on travel, as witnessed in recent days. The call echoes the concerns raised by UNWTO Members during the 24th UNWTO General Assembly (30 November-3...

Africa’s savannah conservation land in a bad way

New research suggests that over 80% of Africa's savannah conservation land is failing or deteriorating with just 10% in a state of success or recovery. The study, published in Conservation Letters, assessed the performance of 516 protected areas and community...

SAIPA announces Olympiad winners

The South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) has awarded the winners of its National Accounting and Maths Olympiad (NAMO). "This year, we took the competition in a whole new direction and the results were outstanding," says Professor Rashied Small,...

Despite everything, consumer outlook is brighter

Consumers are returning to in-store shopping in greater numbers, and out-of-home entertainment and travel are on the rise as three in five (61%) express optimism about the future. These are among the findings from the latest PwC 2021 Global Consumer Insights Pulse...

Microsoft takes over 42 hacking sites

Microsoft has seized 42 websites from a and intelligence-gathering China-based hacking group which it has dubbed Nickel. A federal court granted Microsoft's request to allow it Digital Crimes Unit to take over the US-based websites and redirecting traffic to secure...

Component shortages stifle African smartphone growth

Africa's smartphone market saw shipments decline 2,3% quarter on quarter (QoQ) during Q3 2021, according to the latest figures announced by International Data Corporation (IDC). While the region displayed signs of recovery in H1 2021, IDC's newly released Quarterly...

How the network has had to adapt in 2021

Responding to disruptions (45%) and accommodating new business needs (40%) were the top network challenges during 2021. This is among the findings from Cisco's based on a survey of 1 534 IT professionals across 13 countries, which focused on Network as a Service...

Equip managers to succeed in a hybrid world

Organisations must focus on equipping people managers, who are the stewards of sustainable performance, with the right skillsets to ensure they and their teams succeed in the hybrid world, according to Gartner. To achieve this, Gartner recommends organizations pursue...

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Software renewals create revenue streams

Resellers face the challenge of decreasing margins, a highly competitive market, shrinking end user customer budgets and more. Further exacerbating this situation is instances of vendors and some distributors ‘going direct’, eroding opportunities and revenue, says...

Who to complain to about VoIP quality

Frequently dropped and/or disconnected mobile calls are not merely a major frustration in South Africa, but it can also cost local consumers in time and – depending on whether they have per-minute or per-second billing contracts – in call-back fees as well. “It used...

CCTV monitoring in poor bandwidth conditions

The South African farming community faces a number of unique challenges. The very nature of farms, which can comprise of hundreds or even thousands of hectares of geographically dispersed land, makes monitoring them a difficult task, even when the farm owner or...

Increase returns on innovation with Oracle

Innovation is a top priority for many CEOs, who look to new products as the engines to implement their corporate strategy for growth and transformation. However, translating these aspirations into reality requires treating product innovation as a key business process,...

Risk factors when migrating to e-commerce

Launching an online business, or taking an existing business online, requires a new set of skills for anyone who is used to a more traditional bricks-and-mortar retail environment. There are new ways to market, new ways to deliver your product – and new ways to ensure...

Avoid the insider threat of data disclosure

The inadvertent disclosure of sensitive data can happen in a flash. Whether it is an employee posting to a micro-blogging site, or carrying documents containing confidential information in plain sight of anyone who walks past, these disclosures can be devastating to...

Meru’s market share grows by 7,9%

Meru Networks has announced that its 802.11ac Gigabit WiFi market share jumped more than six-fold from Q3 to Q4 2013, moving from 1,5%% to 9,4% of industry revenues for wireless access points, according to a report issued by from Dell’Oro Group on February 27, 2014....

MNOs must lower prices to survive

There is unprecedented pressure on mobile network operators (MNOs) to lower their prices. Yet a sober analysis reveals that the networks are really their own worst enemies, and can turn their fortunes around by simply lowering prices, says Rob Lith, director,...

LG launches the G2 Red smartphone

LG Electronics (LG) launched its LG G2 smartphone in South Africa late last year. As of April, the G2 will also be available in red in South Africa. It retains the comfortable, functional and convenient design, but in a vibrant colour. The LG G2 Red will share some of...

ESET launches Cyber Security for Mac

ESET Southern Africa has announced the release of brand new and improved ESET Cyber Security Pro and ESET Cyber Security. Both products come with added layers of protection to Apple’s built in Internet security features. Key new functionalities include: new...

Data Engineer (CPT/JHB Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:CREATE and implement scalable data architectures, develop and optimize ETL processes while ensuring the availability, quality and integrity of data throughout the organization of a leading Group operating a portfolio of leading responsible travel companies...

Junior IT Support Engineer – Eastern Cape Port Elizabeth

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Junior IT Support Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology, excellent problem-solving skills, and a desire to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. The Junior IT...

IFS Tester – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Join our dynamic team as a IFS Tester, where innovation meets impact! At the forefront of global strategy, our Consulting company in Cape Town invites you to pioneer change and shape industries. Elevate your career with unparalleled opportunities and be part of a...

Microsoft Power Platform Developer at Tax Consulting South Africa

Vacancy: Microsoft Power Platform Developer Location: Bryanston / George In the rapidly advancing field of technology, a Power Platform Developer remains ahead of the curve in digital transformation by consistently fostering innovation. We are seeking a skilled and...

FrontEnd Developer

Our client who has paved their path in leading the payment service providers space offering comprehensive multi-channel payment processing services from tech to infrastructure has an amazing venture available in their team for a Front-end developer well experienced in...

Full Stack C# Developer

Job Title: Full Stack C# DeveloperHire Resolve's client is seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack C# Developer to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing web applications using C# and related...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...

FrontEnd Developer – Gauteng Menlyn

Our client who has paved their path in leading the payment service providers space offering comprehensive multi-channel payment processing services from tech to infrastructure has an amazing venture available in their team for a Front-end developer well experienced in...

Full Stack C# Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Job Title: Full Stack C# DeveloperHire Resolve's client is seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack C# Developer to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing web applications using C# and related...

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