Graphene and lasers for space propulsion
Lasers could one day steer solar sails and adjust a satellite’s position in outer space, thanks to graphene. An experiment on a gravity rollercoaster ride showed how this innovative material has the potential to revolutionise propulsion beyond Earth. An international...
Hormuz a tech chokepoint that heightens semiconductor, AI infrastructure risks
A functional impairment of the Strait of Hormuz is rapidly emerging as a critical yet underappreciated risk to the global technology supply chain, with specialty materials such as helium now presenting a larger immediate threat to semiconductors and AI infrastructure...
CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace
Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...
Global AI spend could pass $2,5trn in 2026
Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,52-trillion in 2026, a 44% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. "AI adoption is fundamentally shaped by the readiness of both human capital and organisational processes, not merely by financial investment,”...
These trends are shaping global trade in 2026
Slower growth, rising protectionism and structural shifts in value chains, services and regulation are redefining trade flows, creating new risks and opportunities. Global trade had a record year in 2025, with preliminary data pointing to a 7% increase to exceed $35...
Microsoft the most imitated brand in phishing attacks
Microsoft has once again ranked as the most impersonated brand, appearing in 22% of all phishing attempts during the quarter, according to the Brand Phishing Ranking for Q4 2025 released by Check Point Research (CPR). This continues a multi-quarter trend in which...
National campaign aims for safer solar PV
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA), in partnership with municipalities, national industry bodies, insurers, financial institutions, fire protection organisations, and civil society, has launched the Safe Solar PV & Storage campaign to promote safe,...
Telegram blocks are effective in reducing underground activity
Modern messengers, such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others, are often used for illicit purposes, but there are effective defenses that can help limit the damage. Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence conducted an in-depth monitoring of over 800 blocked...
US, Taiwan sign new semiconductor deal
The US has reduced tariffs on Taiwan-made semiconductors, and Taiwan has promised to bring more chip manufacturing to the US. The American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US yesterday (15 January 2026) signed a...
How the news is trickling out of Iran
With the Internet shut down in Iran, you might wonder how we know as much as we do about what is happening in the country. It is now emerging that digital activists have long prepared for this day by smuggling in Starlink satellite Internet terminals that are being...
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The hidden dangers of increasingly advanced AI assistants
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B-BBEE strategies shift from transactional to transformative
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Energy storage key for aligning mines’ goals
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Intelligent connectivity to stay competitive, adaptive
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AI drives efficiencies in mining
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Open technology and hybrid cloud the building blocks for a sovereign digital future
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Intrusion protection helps secure O&G ops in Africa
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Westcon-Comstor extends Splunk collaboration to EMEA
Westcon-Comstor has announced that its Comstor arm has secured EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) distribution rights for cybersecurity and observability leader Splunk. The agreement with Splunk follows the company’s recent acquisition by Cisco. Comstor will...
In an AI world, cyber resilience is key for law firms
In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital tools are revolutionising industries, law firms face a delicate balancing act – effectively leveraging the benefits of technology for efficiency while safeguarding sensitive data from cyberthreats. By Iniel...
SAP ABAP Developer (Senior) 0109 – Gauteng Pretoria
Debug and troubleshoot ABAP code resolving coding and performance issues.Develop programs, function modules & reports based on functional requirements.Enhance standard SAP functionality by utilizing e.g. User Exits, BAdIs, and Enhancements.Create interfaces with...
Senior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to support distributed applications within the banking space. The role focuses on designing resilient, well-orchestrated systems with clear API strategies, while interfacing with regional teams that manage most infrastructure...
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Develop and maintain a critical internal web application (Backend and Frontend) used in the vehicle dispatch and distribution / delivery management processes.Cloud, API, Java, Microservice and other Serverless development, deployment, support and maintenance.2nd and...
Senior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to support distributed applications within the banking space. The role focuses on designing resilient, well-orchestrated systems with clear API strategies, while interfacing with regional teams that manage most infrastructure...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 1794 – Gauteng Pretoria
Develop and maintain a critical internal web application (Backend and Frontend) used in the vehicle dispatch and distribution / delivery management processes.Cloud, API, Java, Microservice and other Serverless development, deployment, support and maintenance.2nd and...
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A South African software development company specializing in digital transformation for the public sector is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance iOS and Android...
SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) to lead operational excellence within a complex SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) landscape. This role focuses on DevOps-led operations, system stability, incident management, and continuous...
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Urgently seeking a scrum master that is fluent in Portugueseposition is fully remote or if based in cape town hybrid Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and support team self-organization.Remove impediments and maintain...
Senior Mobile Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
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We are seeking an experienced SAP Functional Consultant (Expert) to lead operational excellence within a complex SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) landscape. This role focuses on DevOps-led operations, system stability, incident management, and continuous...
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