Overcoming IoT hurdles could unlock billions for SA
With a projected annual growth rate of 13,28%, the South African Internet of Things (IoT) market is set to reach a staggering $11,32-billion by 2028. This rise is largely credited to the commercial, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors which are already...
Retailers diversify to get a slice of shopping season bonanza
South African retailers are expected to adopt diversification strategies such as adding new product lines and new service offerings to win a bigger share of an expected R60,4-billion in retail spending over November and December. This Black Friday and festive season...
Users warned about Post Office scams
Cybersecurity firm J2 has warned against the rapid increase in Post Office scams, lulling unsuspecting people into believing there is a package for delivery. The email is made to look like a notification from the South African Post Office (SAPO) and prompts the...
SA’s Information Regulator seeks legal advice on WhatsApp privacy policy updates
South Africa's Information Regulation is taking legal advice on WhatsApp's updated privacy policy, which gives more disclosure about use of their personal information to users in the EU than outside it, writes Webber Wentzel's Wendy Tembedza. On 13 May 2021, the...
HPC now more accessible to businesses
High-performance computing (HPC) is increasingly running on the cloud or at the edge, which is reducing its dependency on local data centre infrastructure and placing it within reach of businesses that cannot afford the upfront investment that building a local data...
Vodacom reports increased revenue, earnings
Vodacom Group has reported group revenue up 8,3% to R98,3-billion, supported by service revenue growth of 5,8%, in its preliminary results for the year ended 31 March 2021. South Africa service revenue grew 7%, with consistent growth through the financial year....
DSA lauds Kenya’s TVWS framework
The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance (DSA) has complimented the Communications Authority of Kenya's decision to approve the framework authorising the use of a TV White Space (TVWS). The step will make a significant difference in addressing increasing capacity demands,...
AI seen as key in driving post-Covid business
Recent advances in technology are making artificial intelligence (AI) more accessible than ever - but a lack of AI skills and increasing data complexity are cited as top challenges to AI's adoption. This is among the findings from new research from IBM, which found...
Security, risk management spend to top $150bn
Worldwide spending on information security and risk management technology and services is forecast to grow 12,4% to reach $150,4-billion in 2021, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. Security and risk management spending grew 6,4% in 2020. Gartner analysts...
Gaming still lacks in diversity
The gaming market lags behind in diverse representation, both in the player base and in the games themselves, with women, people of colour, the LGBTQIA+ community and those with disabilities often overlooked. This is among the findings in a report from Intel and...
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Samsung showcases smart school solution
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SMBs can go professional with ERP
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Check Point introduces 13500 Appliance
Check Point Software Technologies, a worldwide leader in securing the Internet, has announced the launch of its 13500 Appliance, the first in a new line of 13000 Appliances designed specifically to expand the company’s data centre network security offerings....
Platco to launch OpenView HD
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Fujitsu release ensures messaging security
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Better data warehousing grows telco revenues
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Combat fraud with biometric verification
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Urgent position to be filled! We are looking for a young individual who is passionate about the IT industry and very client centric to handle first line, remote support functions. Position will suit a self-motivated individual who is looking to build and grow. Must...
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Our client is a leading player in the dairy industry, committed to delivering high-quality dairy products to consumers. With a strong focus on innovation and technology, we are seeking a dynamic Level 1 Network Engineer to join our IT team and contribute to the smooth...
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