Customer service organisations to double tech spend by 2028
By 2028, over 50% of customer service organisations will double their technology spend, without an equivalent reduction in talent, according to Gartner. Despite mounting pressure to use AI to cut labor costs, organizations cannot rely on automation alone to replace...
IBM in strategic collaboration with Arm
IBM has announced a strategic collaboration with Arm to develop new dual‑architecture hardware that helps enterprises run future AI and data intensive workloads with greater flexibility, reliability, and security. IBM's leadership in system design, from silicon to...
South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures
South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...
These are the top future of work trends in 2026
Gartner has revealed nine future of work trends that chief human resource officers (CHROs) will need to address in 2026 and beyond to ensure their organisation achieves its desired talent and business outcomes. “This year’s predictions address significant workplace...
Samsung, Apple push global smartphone sales up
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 2,3% year-over-year (YoY) to 336,3-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q25). Despite the memory...
SMEs hope US tariff rulings will bring relief
Small South African exporters are watching how the the US Supreme Court of Appeals will rule on tariffs, most likely to happen later today. Small South African exporters were hit hard by US tariffs during the last quarter of 2025, according to the SME Export Index...
Internet blackout as Uganda heads to the polls
Reports are coming in the Uganda has imposed an Internet blackout ahead of general elections being held tomorrow (Thursday 15 January). The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is believed to have told service providers to suspend Internet access ahead of the...
Free Starlink for Iran amid Internet shutdown
With Iran still implementing a nationwide Internet shutdown, Starlink has made its service available to customers for free. Several non-profit organisations reported yesterday (Tuesday 13 January) that they had been able to access the satellite Internet service at no...
Internet censorship affected 4,6bn people in 2025
2025 started with 47 ongoing Internet disruptions, while 81 new restrictions were imposed during the year, according to Surfshark’s internet shutdowns yearly recap. Government-imposed Internet shutdowns affected 4,6-billion people in 2025. Asia continues to lead the...
CNAPP set to $12,9bn by 2030
Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) market revenue is forecast to reach $12,9-billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 30% from 2025 to 2030. According to Dell’Oro research, the market’s trajectory is being shaped...
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Human risk, AI, governance top cyber risks
As advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and other new technologies evolve, cyber threats have become increasingly complex. Mimecast has unveiled its top cybersecurity predictions for 2025, identifying three critical areas of focus - Human Risk, Artificial...
How to survive – and learn from – a cyberattack
A recent study by South African cybersecurity firm Nclose revealed a sobering statistic: over 60% of businesses surveyed suffered at least one ransomware attack in the past two years, with 12% enduring six or more such attacks. By Javvad Malik, lead security awareness...
How to deliver effective net zero, Just Energy Transition strategies in mines
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The role of analytics and AI in flood prediction and preparedness
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AI unlocks true document character recognition
One of the most significant recent developments when it comes to data management has been the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in optical character recognition (OCR). Through this advanced technology, companies can enhance their document processing capabilities and...
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4Sight moves from AltX to JSE Main Board
4Sight, a multinational diversified technology group, becomes the first Altx company to transfer its listing to the Main Board General Segment. 4Sight also becomes the first company to transition from AltX to the General Segment since the Financial Sector Conduct...
Commvault partners with CrowdStrike
Commvault has announced a new integration with the CrowdStrike Falcon cybersecurity platform, delivering layered threat detection and fast data recovery for joint customers. Commvault’s integration with the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon platform marks a significant...
Security Janus: two faces of DCAP systems
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Stay safe while using AI assistants
The new DeepSeek AI assistant has attracted a lot of attention in recent days. Kaspersky experts have also detected scam activity related to it. Due to high numbers of new users and an alleged cyberattack on DeepSeek, there are glitches in the registration process on...
Software Test Engineer – Embedded/Firmware
We are seeking a highly skilled Software Test Engineer to join a specialized Software Development Verification & Test team. You will be responsible for testing and debugging manufactured equipment using systematic manual and automated testing methodologies. You...
Software Test Engineer – Embedded/Firmware – Gauteng Gauteng
We are seeking a highly skilled Software Test Engineer to join a specialized Software Development Verification & Test team. You will be responsible for testing and debugging manufactured equipment using systematic manual and automated testing methodologies. You...
Full Stack Developer (Blazor – .NET – C#)
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer with expert-level front-end experience using Blazor to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of modern, scalable applications. The role focuses on building rich user interfaces using Microsoft...
CRM Developer at GEMS
IntroductionInternal Advert - CRM DeveloperThe position of CRM Developer is vacant. The CRM Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is a permanent position and will be based at...
Full Stack Developer (Blazor – .NET – C#) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer with expert-level front-end experience using Blazor to contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of modern, scalable applications. The role focuses on building rich user interfaces using Microsoft...
CRM Developer at GEMS – Gauteng Pretoria
IntroductionInternal Advert - CRM DeveloperThe position of CRM Developer is vacant. The CRM Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is a permanent position and will be based at...
Data Analyst at PnP
Role SummaryTo implement, support and co-ordinate the EDI functionality across the business and Suppliers.RequirementsMinimum Requirements:Relevant Diploma / Degree preferred1 - 2 years Finance and Accounting experience1 - 2 years Information Systems experienceSAP...
Intermediate BI Developer (PowerBI / DAX)
Designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions that provide insight into business performance. Collaborating with business stakeholders to identify and clarify their data analysis needs and reporting requirements. Designing and developing the...
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Data Analyst at PnP – Gauteng South Kensington
Role SummaryTo implement, support and co-ordinate the EDI functionality across the business and Suppliers.RequirementsMinimum Requirements:Relevant Diploma / Degree preferred1 - 2 years Finance and Accounting experience1 - 2 years Information Systems experienceSAP...
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