Urgent action needed as world faces ‘category 5 storm’
In a wide-ranging address that touched on the most critical issues of our time, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum meeting to take urgent action. Taking note of a range of critical threats facing the world,...
Satya Nadella says AI golden age has arrived
The artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT is capturing the world's imagination, having amassed 1-million users in just five days after its recent launch. It is one of a dozen AI-driven so-called "killer apps" that will transform human productivity and the...
Healthy growth for insurance telematics policies
The number of insurance telematics policies in force on the European market reached 12,8-million in Q4-2019, according to a new research report from Berg Insight. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28,2%, this number is expected to reach 44,5-million...
Radical deregulation and liberalisation would lower data prices
The government tends to come up with complex policies that later trips up the same government, causes unnecessary delays, waste and ultimately negative economic consequences and political discontent. By Mpiyakhe Dhlamini, a data science researcher at the Free Market...
Second wave of Covid infections tops emerging risk fears
Senior executives reported concerns around renewed outbreaks of the Covid-19 pandemic as their top emerging risk emerging risk in the second quarter of 2020 This is according to Gartner's latest Emerging Risks Monitor Report. Which polled senior executives across...
Calling all women in the IT channel …
Women’s Day (9 August) is about women making a difference. Every year, women across South Africa gather for various events in celebration of the day, and to give generously to causes close to their hearts. In the IT channel, the A-Plus Women’s Day luncheon has been an...
Rain debuts Standalone 5G network
Rain has launched its first commercial Standalone 5G network in the country, believed to be the first in Africa and one of just a handful around the world. Rain's Standalone 5G, based on Huawei equipment, is currently available in Cape Town, covering areas including...
Supply chain technology trends to look out for
Gartner has identified the top eight supply chain technology trends in 2020, those that have a high potential for positive impact on people, performance and industries. Some are now reaching critical tipping points in capability and maturity. "The vast majority of...
Coding Olympiad adapts to an unusual year
The first round of the South African Programming Olympiad will run from 27-31 July. Given the Covid-19 regulations at schools across the country, it will be for one hour and online only. During lockdown many teens have been 'messing about with code', for example...
Covid-19 still tops the phishing charts
Phishing email attacks related to Covid-19 remained frequent in Q2 2020, according to KnowBe4's Q2 top-clicked phishing report. Over the entire second quarter, simulated phishing tests with a message related to the coronavirus were the most popular, with a total of...
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Cyberoam achieves ISO certification
Cyberoam, the leading global network security appliances company, announced that it has become world’s first network security player and the only UTM vendor to achieve global ISO 20000:2011 certification. Assessed by Norske Veritas of UK, this certification recognises...
Epson launches new projector range
Epson, worldwide leader in the projector market, has launched a range of powerful installation projectors that deliver bright images and crisp quality. The Epson EB-G6 series includes eight models with features built specifically for their different target markets....
Jasco launches DCaaS offerings
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Huawei showcases MediaQ M310 at MWC
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Lenovo announces new Android tablets
Lenovo has announced a lineup of new Android tablets, offering configurations and form factors to match consumer needs for both ultra-portable tablets and multimedia performers. The portfolio, which also boasts unique connectivity features, will be available in...
The right disk drive for video surveillance
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Properly insuring tech goods
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Fujitsu introduces STYLISTIC M702 tablet
Fujitsu introduced the widely-anticipated STYLISTIC M702 tablet PC at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The semi-ruggedised Android 4 device is designed to be used in places where consumer tablets would become waterlogged or get clogged up with dust, providing a...
Corel launches Roxio Game Capture HD PRO
International leader in graphics and productivity software, Corel, has announced Roxio Game Capture HD PRO, the most comprehensive and easiest way to capture, edit, and share gameplay. The latest version of this popular capture device is now fully-functional in HD,...
MarkeTech, IntelliQ prevent retail loss
Retail IT solutions provider MarkeTech has entered into a partnership agreement with IntelliQ to deliver a loss prevention service complementary to the existing retail solutions and services it provides in the South African retail sector. “IntelliQ, a UK-based...
IT Security Specialist (Checkpoint Security & Network Engineer)
Senior Specialist responsible for designing, Installing, Configuring, Implementing, Supporting, Repairing and administer Checkpoint and Fortigate firewalls - Systems and Solutions.Minimum Requirements:Requirements:• Strong knowledge in Checkpoint firewalls.•...
Scrum Master / Project Manager
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Junior Developer
Our client in the IT industry based in Sandton is currently looking to employ a Junior Developer. Requirements:Related programming qualification/s and minimum of two years' experience in a similar role.Mus have advanced experience with Qlikview, along with some...
Senior Typescript Developer
We want to hear from you if you have strong full-stack development experience using TypeScript and Node.js and are based in CPT.Key Requirements 10+ years' experienceBSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed] QualificationStrong full-stack development experience using TypeScript and...
Salesforce Software Developer
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Full Stack Software Developer – Pretoria
Full Stack Developer Grade 12 BSc Computer Science Strong Full Stack Development Must be well versed in Afrikaans and English Technologies C# .NET 6 SQL Server Entity Framework JavaScript AngularJS Node.js HTML & CSS jsreport Minimum Requirements:Full Stack...
IT Security Specialist (Checkpoint Security & Network Engineer) – Gauteng Centurion
Senior Specialist responsible for designing, Installing, Configuring, Implementing, Supporting, Repairing and administer Checkpoint and Fortigate firewalls - Systems and Solutions.Minimum Requirements:Requirements:• Strong knowledge in Checkpoint firewalls.•...
Scrum Master / Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
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Junior Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg North
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Senior Typescript Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
We want to hear from you if you have strong full-stack development experience using TypeScript and Node.js and are based in CPT.Key Requirements 10+ years' experienceBSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed] QualificationStrong full-stack development experience using TypeScript and...
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