Tablet shipments show signs of recovery
After more than two years of decline, worldwide tablet shipments posted modest year-over-year growth of 0,5% in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q24), totaling 30,8-million units, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide...
Digital mining market size to hit $18,11bn in 2030
The global digital mining market size is anticipated to reach $18,11-billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 9,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Rising adoption of automation platforms in mining exploration activities is projected...
Public cloud sets the scene for SA’s business growth
The IDC South African Public Cloud Market study 2021-2025 found that one word defines the future - momentum. Cloud deployments underwent rapid growth in 2020 as enterprises raced to connect geographically dispersed workforces and build digitally robust business...
Digital government programs fail to scale
Despite increased focus and investment, 55% of digital government programs are failing to scale, according to a survey from Gartner. Government CIOs can adopt practices from digitally advanced governments to successfully scale their own programs. "Citizens expect...
Malware stalks SA mobile users
Kaspersky researchers have disclosed the results of the global analysis of stalkerware programs - commercially available spyware often used for domestic abuse. According to their calculations, 318 users in South Africa have found out they have stalkerware programs on...
Cyberthreats pivot, become more sophisticated
Bad actors have taken note of successful tactics from 2021, including those making headlines tied to ransomware, nation states, social media and the shifting reliance on a remote workforce. McAfee and FireEye, in their 2022 Threat Predictions, expect them to pivot...
Cybercriminals evolve their tactics, find new opportunities
While cybercriminals continue to leverage the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, they are also finding new opportunities for attack with deepfakes, cryptocurrency, mobile wallets and more. This is among the findings from Check Point Software Technologies' cyber-security...
Cell C reports improved revenue, earnings
Cell C has reported a R148-million profit before tax for the six-month period to June 2021. This is a turnaround in profitability from a R7,6-billion loss reported year-on-year. EBIT increased to R736-million (H1 2020: R5,3-billion loss). This is mainly due to the...
New Webex features address hybrid work challenges
Cisco has announced significant new innovations across its Webex ecosystem, launching them yesterday (26 October 2021) at its WebexOne 2021 virtual event. Webex Suite's new meetings and messaging capabilities help our customers empower equal participation, from...
End-to-end solution delivers meaningful insights
Kathy Gibson reports from InterSystems Virtual Summit 2021 – Healthcare systems have always been important, but extracting useful insights has become more critical than ever over the last 18 months. InterSystems aims to help its healthcare customers gain true value...
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Standard Bank opens Innovation Centre
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Trillium integrates with Microsoft Dynamics
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LAWtrust joins Microsoft Root programme
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Powertech Quadpro wins R280m in deals
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Print perfect pics this festive season
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Affordable satellite Internet for Free State
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DCC’s Van Wijk wins HP award
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Five cloud issues to consider
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Five consumer growth trends for 2014
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ENVIRONMENT:JOIN a team of Scientists, Engineers and Computer Scientists working on the Square Kilometre Array, the world's largest and most advanced radio telescope project. We are seeking a Developer with an interest in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition...
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Ruby Developer
A technology-driven company, based in Cape Town, is seeking a Ruby Developer to join their team on a Hybrid Model (Cape Town/Stellenbosch). A strong background/understanding would be vital for this position. Please apply if you meet the below requirements. No remote...
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Backend Developer (Centurion) – Gauteng Centurion
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Ruby Developer – Western Cape Winelands
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