Webb reveals new structures within iconic supernova
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has begun the study of one of the most renowned supernovae, SN 1987A (Supernova 1987A). Located 168 000 light-years away in the Large Magellanic Cloud, SN 1987A has been a target of intense observations at wavelengths ranging from...
Customer service, support set for transformation
Generative AI, digital customer service, and conversational user interfaces (CUIs) will transform customer service and support by 2028, according to Gartner. "The common theme of these three technologies are their ability to streamline the customer journey and enable...
Cyberbullying a top concern for SA parents
A massive 32% of South African parents claim that cyberbullying is a top concern when it comes to worries about their children, according to the "Responsible Digital Parenting" survey. It is no surprise as this Internet phenomenon has already caused such problems as...
What 5G could mean for SA
The rollout of 5G in South Africa's urban centres is likely to be one of the most significant technology events of 2021. By Samantha Naidoo, telco industry value advisor at SAP Africa Where 3G and 4G LTE technology provided increased speeds compared to their...
Electric vehicle share at record level in 2020
Electric vehicle (EV) registrations in the US in 2020 reached record market share of 1,8%, demonstrating increased consumer interest for electric vehicles, according to new analysis from IHS Markit. December 2020 also represented the highest monthly share for EV new...
Covid drives ‘anywhere workforce’, higher customer expectations
Kathy Gibson reports - It goes without saying the digital transformation is underway – and it is a tough thing to do. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the pressure felt in the new world of work. The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated transformation, and also...
No need for concern over recent rise in CFC levels
A short-lived resurgence in the emission of ozone depleting pollutants in eastern China will not significantly delay the recovery of Earth’s protective “sunscreen” layer, according to new research published in Nature. Stratospheric ozone, also known as Earth’s ozone...
Rich countries may hoard more than 1bn excess vaccines
As G7 leaders meet for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, new analysis released by global anti-poverty organisation The ONE Campaign shows that the world's richest countries are on course to accumulate more than 1-billion more doses than they...
Anton Herbst appointed as Tarsus Technology Group CEO
Tarsus Technology Group (TTG) has appointed TTG veteran Anton Herbst as its CEO with effect from 1 March 2021. Herbst replaces Miles Crisp, who resigned earlier this month to pursue new interests. Herbst started his his career at MB Technologies (which later became...
Now Canada seeks news payments from Facebook
Canada is following Australia's example in seeking to make Facebook pay for news content. The country is unfazed by the possibility that Facebook would retaliate by shutting down news feeds, as it did this week in Australia and New Zealand. Steven Guilbeault, the...
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Jasco boosts university’s security
The University of Pretoria has contracted the expertise of Jasco Security Solutions since 2004, to maintain and expand its fully-redundant Cosmos4 Alarm Systems at its campus grounds, which include its Main and Sports campus, Groenkloof, Onderstepoort, Mamelodi and...
Emulating the enemy
Threat emulation is a critical technique in achieving more effective network security. "Know your enemy as well as you know yourself" is a frequently-quoted statement in IT security, says Doros Hadjizenonos, sales manager at Check Point South Africa. However, one of...
A game-changing year for videoconferencing
A recent Canalys UC Market report for EMEA forecasts that between 2012 and 2014, video shipments will spike. It seems businesses large and small are coming round to the idea of using video conferencing as an effective and efficient business communications tool, says...
Amazon.com launches Amazon Appstore
Circuit City Electronics has announced that Amazon.com has launched the Amazon Appstore. It is now available to millions of customers in nearly 200 countries, giving them access to apps and games from top brands like Disney and Electronic Arts, new releases including...
Permanent employees or contractors?
With business needs changing, along with recruitment budgets and staff demanding more flexibility, organisations are increasingly examining the available options for both the employer and the employee, says Yolandi Nortje, executive of Intuate Group. Based on these...
Orange, T-Systems enable video conferences
T-Systems, Deutsche Telekom's corporate customer arm, and Orange Business Services have signed an interprovider agreement for Corporate Video services that will allow customers who use T-Systems' Corporate Video Exchange Services to meet live with customers of...
Take a Girl Child to Work Day kicks off
Cell C is pleased to announce that Honourable Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, the Deputy Minister of Women, Children and People with Disabilities will host and serve as keynote speaker at the 11th annual Cell C Take a Girl Child to Work Day, which kicks off today (30 May). ...
Choosing the right hard drive with WD
In today’s digital world, hard disk drives (HDDs) have become a critical component of life, both for the business and consumer markets. Having a reliable HDD is essential for ensuring that data, photographs, music, movies and more are kept safe and accessible....
E-commerce reaches tipping point in SA
As South African e-commerce gains momentum, retailers can expand their reach significantly by adding online and mobile channels and picking the right technology and fulfilment partners for the journey. Digital participation curve According to a 2012 report by...
Epson SureColor printers at FESPA 2013
Epson will showcase the versatility and productivity of its latest SureColor wide-format inkjet printers at FESPA 2013 (25-29 June, ExCel, London. Visitors to the Epson booth (G40S) will be able to browse a wide selection of POS, signage, sports apparel, decorated...
Java Developer
Requirements: 3+ years of relevant experienceProficient in Java 8+, and relevant frameworks such as Spring, HibernateDevelop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancementsCollaborate with Frontend...
Senior Business Analyst at Nutun Transact
Main Purpose of Role This position works closely with business units to gain in-depth understanding of the business strategy, processes, and services within which the business operates, and to develop and drive the execution of product roadmaps as required. The...
Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Requirements: 3+ years of relevant experienceProficient in Java 8+, and relevant frameworks such as Spring, HibernateDevelop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancementsCollaborate with Frontend...
Senior Business Analyst at Nutun Transact – Gauteng Sandown
Main Purpose of Role This position works closely with business units to gain in-depth understanding of the business strategy, processes, and services within which the business operates, and to develop and drive the execution of product roadmaps as required. The...
Adobe Experience Developer at Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...
Node.js Developer
Requirements: 3+ years experience of relevant experienceExcellent knowledge of coding in Node.js, Javascript and/or Typescript.Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancementsCollaborate with...
Data Engineer at DAV
The data engineer is ultimately accountable for preparing and manipulating data for further analysis, including ETL and will support testing across the development lifecycleThe Data Engineer is responsible for extracting and transforming data from source systems,...
Adobe Experience Developer at Accenture – Western Cape Cape Town
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, song, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all...
Node.js Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Requirements: 3+ years experience of relevant experienceExcellent knowledge of coding in Node.js, Javascript and/or Typescript.Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancementsCollaborate with...
Data Engineer at DAV – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
The data engineer is ultimately accountable for preparing and manipulating data for further analysis, including ETL and will support testing across the development lifecycleThe Data Engineer is responsible for extracting and transforming data from source systems,...
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