Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

Vaccine drive aims to reach 100m African children in 2024

Amid an increase in global measles outbreaks and mortalities, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is working with governments, communities and partners to reach up to 100-million children with Measles and Rubella Vaccines in 2024 through catch-up and follow-up campaigns. This...

Aurora supercomputer ranks fastest for AI

Intel, in collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory and Hewlett Packard Entrerprise (HPE), has announced that the Aurora supercomputer has broken the exascale barrier at 1.012 exaflops and is the fastest AI system in the world dedicated to AI for open science -...

Sophisticated DDoS attacks on the rise

When compared to Q3 2020, the total number of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks increased by nearly 24%, while the total number of smart attacks (advanced DDoS attacks that are often targeted) increased by 31% when compared to the same period last year....

New carbon registry targets southern Africa’s SMMEs

For the first time, southern Africa will have a green toolbox to offer small firms extra rewards for cutting pollution. The initiative - which forms part of a move to establish the region's first Carbon Register - was showcased to delegates at the COP26 climate summit...

Pandemic has driven up the danger from cyber threats

There is a pressing need for organisations to prioritise and strengthen their cybersecurity architecture, according to a new report from McAfee Enterprise and FireEye. The findings of the report, Cybercrime in a Pandemic World: The Impact of Covid-19, indicate that...

Telkom Group delivers strong earnings growth

Telkom SA has shown earnings growth for the six months ending 30 September 2021. In a period marred by civil unrest, global semiconductor shortage and a third wave of Covid-19, Telkom sustained revenue and delivered EBITDA growth of 1,2%. Telkom Group CEO Sipho Maseko...

Net 1 on track for growth

Net 1 UEPS Technologies has reported first quarter 2022 revenue of $34,5-million, a decrease of 2% from Q1 2021, with an operating loss of $11,2-million, and an adjusted EBITDA loss of $10,1-million. As of 30 September 2021, the group has unrestricted cash of...

Bitcoin pushing towards fresh all-time high

Bitcoin could hit new all-time highs this week, which will bring upside to other cryptocurrencies, particularly those directly involved in fintech development. This is the prediction from Nigel Green, the CEO and founder of deVere Group, as prices are on an upward...

What does the future hold for digital infrastructure?

International Data Corporation's (IDC) top 10 predictions for the Future of Digital Infrastructure point to a digital infrastructure strategy that addresses resiliency and trust; data-driven operational complexity; and business outcomes-driven sourcing and autonomous...

Women rule the roost in direct selling

South Africa's already severe unemployment crisis was further exacerbated by Covid-19, with job losses stemming from the pandemic peaking at 1,5-million at the end of last year. Data shows that only about 40% of employment losses have been recovered to date. Research...

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Progress placed in Magic Quadrant for aPaaS

Progress has announced it has been positioned by Gartner in the Visionaries quadrant of the Magic Quadrant for enterprise application platform as a service (aPaaS). The Gartner report, authored and published by Yefim Natis, Massimo Pezzini, Mark Driver, David Mitchell...

MicroStrategy named BI leader by Forrester

MicroStrategy has announced that Forrester Research, Inc. has cited MicroStrategy as a leader in its report entitled The Forrester WaveTM: Enterprise Business Intelligence Platforms, Q4 2013. MicroStrategy received its top scores in product direction, global presence...

Managing workers’ career aspirations

Not many people look forward to returning to work in a new year after a long festive holiday. To trading swimsuits for corporate suits, deck chairs for desk chairs, cocktails for coffee and sunscreen for a computer screen. To numb the pain, many come armed with New...

To outsource or not to outsource

When it comes to managing complex IT systems and networks, many business leaders are grappling with the question of whether to outsource some or all of their IT processes. As Roberto Caprio, MD of Dial A Nerd, points out, there are a number of factors to take into...

Ricoh one of the most sustainable companies

Ricoh has again been rated one of Global 100 most sustainable corporations in the world. It is the 10th time Ricoh has received the award, this year made during the World Economic Forum in Davos. “The Global 100 is an extensive data-driven corporate sustainability...

Harness the power of CEM

In increasingly commoditised markets, the most important way for an organisation to distinguish itself from the pack – in a sustainable way – is through providing customers with a quality customer experience, and adding value to customers’ lives wherever possible,...

Training in statistics, data mining

BI and analytics specialist BITanium has launched a series of statistics and data mining courses aimed at helping enterprises maximise their returns on analytical tools. Dr Tracy Dunbar, director of BITanium, says BITanium has noted a growing need in business to...

Municipal bill payments made easy

Revolutionising business requires three primary ingredients: innovation; collaboration; and vision. The recent merger of Bytes Technology Group (BTG) and Altech, and the subsequent establishment of the Technology Multimedia Telecoms (TMT) Division of Altron, has...

Intuate becomes OpenSpan reseller

South African owned integrated solutions specialist, Intuate Group, has signed an agreement to become a reseller for OpenSpan, Inc., a global provider of worker optimisation, activity management and automation solutions, headquartered in North Atlanta, Georgia, USA....

Océ launches PRISMAproduction update

Océ South Africa, a leader in digital document management and delivery, has announced a new version of Océ PRISMAproduction, its fully automated high performance workflow and output management system for commercial, book, direct mail and transactional printing. Océ...

Manager IT at Sentech

Sentech Technology Division is looking for a Manager IT Service Delivery to oversee the seamless provision of IT services, ensuring the timely resolution of technical issues and the delivery of high-quality support. The incumbent will be accountable for managing the...

Senior Business Analyst – Western Cape Brackenfell

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Business Systems Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Understanding the Client's business needs as they relate to a potential change or...

Junior Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Permanent Position Available for a Junior Software Engineer based in Cape Town The Software Engineer will be responsible for writing software, develop, test and maintain software solutions. Full Spec Available on Request Main Requirements Min. Degree: B.Tech/ B.Sc...

Manager IT at Sentech – Gauteng Radiokop

Sentech Technology Division is looking for a Manager IT Service Delivery to oversee the seamless provision of IT services, ensuring the timely resolution of technical issues and the delivery of high-quality support. The incumbent will be accountable for managing the...

Junior Software Engineer

They are responsible for writing the software that controls and monitor the telescope. Junior Software Engineers develop, test and maintain software solutions to meet the requirements.JOB DESCRIPTION Software development of the telescope operational software. All...

Snr Systems Engineer at National Research Foundation (NRF)

Postion Summary:The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Systems Engineer. Key Responsibilities: Research, design, build and deploy IT services required by the organization and to meet NRF...

Automation Developer

Welcome to an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as an Intermediate to Senior Automation Developer. Our client is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of automation solutions for their diverse range of clients globally. As they continue to...

DevOps Engineer

Our client, a German Consulting company with a large SA contingency, is looking for an experience DEVOPS Engineer to join their fully remote-based SA team.They develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven communication, and platform...

Payroll and systems administrator

About the roleThis role oversees various payroll tasks, including salary processing, benefits administration, and compliance reporting. The overall objective is to streamline payroll processes, enhance accuracy, automate PS workflows and proactively deliver valuable...

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