Mozilla Firefox adds support for AI-powered Nvidia RTX Video
Mozilla Firefox is the latest partner to incorporate Nvidia RTX Video, a technology that uses AI to improve video quality on Windows PCs and workstations. The browser's latest release taps local Nvidia RTX GPUs to make streaming and video better than ever. First...
Webb detects distant black hole merger
An international team of astronomers have used the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope to find evidence for an ongoing merger of two galaxies and their massive black holes when the Universe was only 740-million years old. This marks the most distant detection of a...
Business confidence flat as shocks take their toll
After falling from 50 to 43 in the third quarter, the RMB/BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) remained unchanged in the fourth quarter of 2021. The outcome could easily have been better were it not for a variety of special factors that kept sentiment subdued. The...
Speed and convenience the main drivers for transit choices
Mobility and transportation consume 20% of the world's energy - most of which is powered by fossil fuels. With the growing trend of mass urbanisation comes increased congestion especially as more cities emerge out of lockdown, which can rapidly accelerate the energy...
Malware exploits streaming platforms
From the beginning of January 2020 through to the end of June 2021, Kaspersky products detected more than 93 000 infection attempts disguised as the top five streaming platforms: Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video and Hulu. When it comes to original shows...
In-school nutrition key to stemming SA’s learner dropout rate
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been particularly severe on South Africa's learners, with research showing that as many as half a million more children than expected have dropped out of school during the pandemic. This is according to the results of a recent...
Global smartphone sales in Q3 decline
Global smartphone sales to end-users declined 6,8% in the third quarter of 2021, compared to the same time period in 2020, according to Gartner. Component shortages disrupted production schedules, leading to lower inventory and delayed product availability, which...
Digitalisation key to improving SMEs chances of success
Approximately 75% of South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) fail within the first five years. And these companies contribute only 25% to gross domestic product (GDP) when compared to 60% in more developed economies. This is the word from Lunga Siyo, CEO of...
Resilient systems key to infrastructure and operations success
In a world where constant change is becoming routine, Gartner urges infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders to shift their traditional focus from efficiency to one of adaptive resilience. "I&O leaders must re-imagine how they manage their talent, their...
Record quarter for AMD computer and graphics segment
AMD is a household name among gamers. It benefitted from the boost in engagement the gaming industry experienced in 2020, and which has clearly carried over the momentum into 2021. According to data presented by Wette.de, in Q3 2021, AMD recorded its largest ever...
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Running Computers uses WD Sentinel DX4000
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Infor, CAT collaborate on equipment solution
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Mobile payments will grow in 2014
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Social media and recruitment
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The blurred lines of copyright
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Overcoming the challenges of mobility
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Socialytics enhances social media job role
With companies embracing digital to improve and differentiate their business, the power of social media in brand building and reputation management is increasingly being accepted, giving credence to emergence of a new job role: the social media managers. And now,...
AMD announces new AM1 platform
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SQL Production Developer (T-SQL) – Gauteng Menlyn
Role Research, analyse and evaluate requirements for existing or new softwareapplications and operating system. Design, develop, test, and maintain softwaresolutions to meet the clients' requirements.Who we are looking for: We are looking for strong SQL (T-SQL)...
Junior Software Developer (JHB) – Gauteng Melrose
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious & strong problem-solving Junior Software Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Financial Tools to join its Joburg team. Your core role will include participating in every stage of the development...
Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
GoldenRule is in search of a Senior Business Analyst to join a leading Digital Business Giant.A Senior Business Analyst will play a key role in identifying business needs, analysing processes, and developing solutions to drive organisational success. Business Analysts...
Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
GoldenRule is in search of a Data Analyst to join a leading Investment Giant.Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to identify and build exceptional business models that...
VueJs & Web Developer at M&M Consulting – Gauteng Woodmead
You will be responsible for building, co-ordinating and managing many websites using Angular and [URL Removed]You must be profound in understanding integration between front end and backend structures.We are looking for someone with the ability to conceptualise and...
Software Engineer – JAVA
Design and maintain technical system requirements based on business needs.Develop backend applications based on approved specifications and prototypes.Develop, test, debug and maintain application code.Develop, update and maintain technical documentation.Integrate...
Java Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2548 TT
Conduct with the feature team members, system analysis, design, development and testing for their assigned technical products or applications within the context of an agile/DevOps delivery model.Maintain and develop, deploy, and operate frontend and backend cross...
Systems Administrator and Sharepoint Specialist at Food Lovers Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Location: Western Cape This position will be based in our Food Lovers Market Head Office in Brackenfell , Cape Town and will report directly to the SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To ensure the effective and efficient operation of all financial systems in order to have...
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GoldenRule is in search of a Senior Software Engineer to join a leading Digital Business Giant.Senior Software engineers ensure that all software engineers within the delivery team understand and follow existing IT standards, policies and procedures. They work closely...
Junior Project Manager
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