Influencers think Microsoft investment in OpenAI threatens Google search engine dominance
Microsoft's plan to invest $10-billion in OpenAI, the owner of ChatGPT chatbot, has generated a buzz on Twitter. Influencers are confident that it is the shrewdest bet through which Microsoft could end Google's search-engine dominance. In line with this, Twitter...
The last of the scams …
"The Last of Us", one of the most anticipated series based on the PlayStation game of the same name, is finally out on the HBO channel (on 15 January 2023). Knowing that after the series release the "The Last of Us" universe will have hundreds of thousands of new...
Pandemic drives up cyber-attacks
Criminal, political and nation-state threat actors have exploited the Covid-19 pandemic and related themes to target organisations across all sectors, including governments, industry, healthcare, service providers, critical infrastructure and consumers. According to...
Enterprise application market sees 7,5% increase
Fueled by ongoing digital transformation investment, a new report from International Data Corporation (IDC) shows that worldwide revenue in the enterprise applications market grew 7,5% year over year in 2019 to $224,6-billion. The top five enterprise applications...
DOH launches Covid tracing system
The Minister of Health, Dr Zweli Mkhize, last week announced the launch of CovidConnect, contact tracing technology that aims to fast-track the containment of Covid-19. BCX partnered with the Department of Health (DOH) in developing and deploying CovidConnect. "We are...
Davison challenges men in the IT channel
Channelwise Editor Mark Davison has thrown down the gauntlet to men in the IT channel, in support of the A-Plus/Channelwise Women’s Day 101 Donations challenge. He has donated R1 000.00 to the cause and challenged other men in the channel to match it. The 101...
Security spend continues to grow during pandemic
Worldwide cybersecurity spending could grow as much as 5,6% in 2020. This is the best-case scenario, where investment continues to outpace the economy, according to Canalys. The overall shipment value, covering endpoint security, network security, web and email...
Healthy growth for MEA PC shipments
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) personal computer (PC) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks and workstations, saw shipments grow 7% year on year during the second quarter of 2020. Preliminary results from the International Data Corporation (IDC Quarterly...
Smokers cut down as illicit cigarette prices soar
Research shows that the average price of cigarettes has increased by nearly 250% compared to pre-lockdown levels. Based on a second online survey, conducted between 4 June and 19 June 2020, researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) found that the average...
Telkom starts migration from copper
Telkom is transitioning its customers from copper-based Internet to new-generation fibre technology in all fibre-ready regions across South Africa. The is currently upgrading its customers from copper ADSL internet to fibre-based Internet. This migration applies to...
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Use LBS to find friends on WeChat
WeChat, a social communications services available for smartphones, announced the launch of a new version for BlackBerry smartphones. The new version, WeChat 2.0, features a new location-based services (LBS) feature that integrates both "Look Around" and QR code...
Focus on skills availability for ICT sector
The message from leading global ICT managed services provider, Integr8, is that South Africa’s technology sector must renew efforts to address the need for sought-after ICT skill sets. Although the company is encouraged by reports of a drop in unemployment figures...
Panda Security boosts partner profits
Panda Security, The Cloud Security Company, is launching the new version of Panda Cloud Partner Center, the exclusive and free management console for Panda Security partners. This tool is a comprehensive solution for centralised security management, simplifying life...
Securing citizen documents
For any nation, the control and regulation of cross-border activity is essential for continued stability and economic progress. Citizens need to be able to easily move across borders to conduct business and socially, to visit family or simply to expand horizons....
Three steps to enterprise cloud migration
Cloud computing offers significant benefits to enterprises, and many are starting to factor it into their long-term planning. First, however, they need to understand the pros and cons of cloud - and how to make the move. “Cloud offers enterprises the benefits of...
HP helps business capitalise on big data
HP has announced a complete next-generation data warehouse platform that enables businesses to solve complex information challenges and make more informed decisions while reducing cost and accelerating growth. HP AppSystem for Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Parallel Data...
Compliance alone won’t prevent disaster
The advent of King III, with its stringent demands on directors to exercise careful control over every aspect of the business, has been a gift for software vendors who can claim any link between their products and compliance. But, says James Beaumont of technology...
BDS appoints Ivyline as Xerox partner
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Africa's leading technology and services company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world, has announced the appointment of Ivyline Technologies as official business partner within the Rustenburg area and its immediate...
Technology will change the face of Africa
The face of Africa is changing and the world is beginning to notice. Implementing world-class technology has been the ambition of many African countries since their independence. Today, this ambition is becoming a reality in specific technological niches and in the...
Dell Latitude 10 now available from DCC
The Dell Latitude 10, available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), ushers in a new breed of tablet, combining the convenience of the small and thin form factor with the power of a PC in a device that is ideal for the serious business user. Featuring...
Solar Project Manager
A reliable renewable energy EPC firm is looking for a Solar Project Manager to join their team in either Cape Town or Benoni.As a Solar Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing solar energy projects from inception to completion. You will...
Solutions Architect at Medihelp Medical Scheme
About the role:The post is responsible for designing and overseeing the architecture of software applications. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, process engineers, analysts, and other stakeholders, to translate...
Intermediate BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Our client is a Global e-commerce Service provider with 20 of years market-leading Technical knowledge and expertise in Cape Town. Providing an environment for talented ambitious people to thrive, be innovative and work with world class tech systems as well as join a...
Junior Backend Developer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Junior Backend DeveloperR 33 000.00 - R 35 000.00 CTC Per MonthCape TownExciting opportunity exciting exists with our company, who specializes in is developing software solutions.Primary function of JobThe Backend Developer is responsible for performing backend...
IT Service Delivery Manager – Gauteng Randburg
Position: Manager: IT Service Delivery MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS A bachelor's degree or Equivalent IT Qualification or DiplomaITILCobITMinimum 9+ Years Working Experience4+ years of experience managing people in a technical environment.4+ years' experience in participating...
Cloud Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
About the client:Our client is South Africa's leading digital bank with over 10.1M digital banking clients. They have also been named the third strongest banking brand in the world. Through their innovative solution to banking, they give all their clients access to...
Solar Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
A reliable renewable energy EPC firm is looking for a Solar Project Manager to join their team in either Cape Town or Benoni.As a Solar Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing solar energy projects from inception to completion. You will...
Solutions Architect at Medihelp Medical Scheme – Gauteng Brooklyn
About the role:The post is responsible for designing and overseeing the architecture of software applications. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, process engineers, analysts, and other stakeholders, to translate...
Intermediate C# Developer
Our client is a leading software development company that specializes in developing payment solutions used by banks and financial services in Africa. As a C# Developer you will be responsible to see the project through from Design to Delivering the Solution.Key...
Frontend Web Developer
Frontend Web DeveloperR 33,000.00 - R 35,000.00 Per MonthStellenbosch, Cape TownKey concern seeks a strong Frontend Web Developer, to join the Team in Stellenbosch. You will report into the Delivery Manager.Primary Function of JobThe Frontend Developer will be...
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