AI agents seen as essential, not just experimental

A new study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that enterprises are expected to significantly scale AI-enabled workflows, many driven by agentic AI, relying on them for improved decision making and automation. The AI Projects to Profits study, which...

Africa’s foreign investment hit record high in 2024

The latest World Investment Report from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights a significant rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa. In 2024, foreign investment in the continent shot up by 75% to reach $97-billion, representing 6% of global...

How to stay on top of data and analytics trends

Going forward, half of business decisions will be augmented or automated by AI agents; executive AI literacy will drive higher financial performance; and critical failures in managing synthetic data will risk AI governance, model accuracy and compliance. These are...

Security, capital challenges threaten energy transition gains

Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a new World Economic Forum report. However, rising geopolitical tensions, investment gaps, and a growing disconnect between clean energy...

UAE drives AI, PC growth in emerging MEA markets

market intelligence company Context, in its latest monthly analysis across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region, highlights robust IT distribution sales growth in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, continued pressure in Turkey, and surging demand for AI-capable...

The quiet rise of Chinese cloud in SA

Chinese cloud providers are becoming a rising force in South Africa’s digital infrastructure race. While global cloud narratives often spotlight American providers, the likes of Alibaba Cloud and Huawei Cloud are quietly changing the equation through local presence,...

Is SA ready for the data revolution?

Data roles are constantly evolving to meet the needs of the digital economy. Jessica Nyarayi Tandy, director of Bizmod, says the demand for data-driven insights shapes how organisations function compete and innovate. “In South Africa we are mirroring global trends...

Personalization triples the likelihood of customer regret

Personalised marketing, while valuable for some, generates negative experiences for 53% of customers, who were 3,2-times more likely to regret a purchase and 44% less likely to purchase again in the future, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey of 1 464...

WLAN market bounces back

According to a recently published report from Dell’Oro Group, enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenue increased by 11% on year-over-year basis. The adoption of the latest technology, WiFi 7, continued its ascent, reaching 12% of units shipped worldwide. “This is...

Items lost and found on Uber rides

South Africans are always on the move – sometimes so quickly that we leave behind everything from wallets to wigs, wedding veils and water bottles. Uber South Africa’s recently released Lost & Found Index offers a glimpse into what happens when a little rush, a...

Escalating attacks drive need for digital executive protection

There has been a frightening escalation in cyberthreats targeting business leaders and their families, according to a new report released by BlackCloak, a pioneer in digital executive protection for executive leaders, board members, and their families - as well as...

Cloud security report exposes dangerous blind spots

Systemic weaknesses, including alert fatigue, fragmented toolsets, and a widespread inability for organisations to detect lateral movement or defend against AI-driven attacks, leaves enterprises dangerously exposed. This is among the findings from Check Point Software...

AI, quantum, neurotechnology could unlock brain-machine interface

IBM has entered a joint study agreement with Inclusive Brains, which specialises in non-invasive neurotechnologies and multimodal artificial intelligence, to experiment with advanced AI and quantum machine learning techniques. The aim of the joint study is to boost...

Targeted attacks mimic executives to steal funds

With cyberthreats to business executives on the rise, Kaspersky has detected a series of sophisticated attack attempts aimed at deceiving an organisation’s finance team into paying fraudulent invoices. Emails mimicking correspondence between the organisation’s CEO and...

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Digital readiness programs prepare the world for the future

As the first quarter of the 21st century continues to unfold, many, including the World Economic Forum, have noted that we are living in a digital age, one that is quickly becoming an artificial intelligence (AI) era. Dr Bienvenu Agbokponto Soglo, director of...

How AI agents are fixing scheduling headaches

For certain kinds of businesses, such as hairdressers and restaurants, scheduling appointments is relatively simple. You find an open slot on the website and fill out your personal details. Alternatively, you call reception and whoever answers the phone will do the...

Veeam launches strategic framework to close resilience reality gap

In an era marked by escalating cyberattacks and costly IT outages, Veeam Software has unveiled its Data Resilience Maturity Model (DRMM). The new framework helps organisations to objectively assess their true resilience posture and take decisive, strategic action to...

The alarm has been sounded on deepfakes

Deepfakes are a growing cybersecurity threat that blur the line between reality and fiction. According to the US Department of Homeland Security, deepfakes introduce serious implications for public and private sector institutions. Detecting these threats is...

Cyber security best practices for SMEs

As South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increasingly embrace digital tools and platforms, they also face a growing threat: cybercrime. With limited resources compared to larger organisations, SMEs are often seen as soft targets by cybercriminals,...

HPE expands zero trust networking, private cloud operations

HPE has announced expansions of HPE Aruba Networking and HPE GreenLake cloud to help enterprises modernise secure connectivity and hybrid cloud operations by blending multi-layered and zero trust approaches to protect against threats. The new expansions include: New...

Mimecast launches Human Risk Command Centre

Mimecast has launched a Human Risk Command Centre as an addition to its Human Risk Management (HRM) platform, equipping organisations with visibility into human risk so they can identify and mitigate threats more effectively and efficiently. The Human Risk Command...

Commvault debuts next evolution of Cleanroom Recovery

Commvault has announced highly differentiated capabilities with its Cleanroom Recovery offering that usher in a new era in end-to-end recovery following cyberattacks. Studies show that it takes enterprises 24 days, on average, to recover after a cyber incident.[1]...

AI’s language switch, mid-conversation

Two South African technology company, Saigen and Callbi, are to enable a seamless switch between languages mid-conversation across South Africa’s most commonly spoken languages, including isiZulu, Sesotho, Setswana, Afrikaans and English. For South African businesses...

Hani Nofal joins NTT Data MEA region

NTT Data has announced Hani Nofal's appointment as regional head for technology solutions, Middle East and Africa (MEA), effective 1 May 2025. In this strategic leadership role, Nofal will drive NTT Data’s Technology Solutions growth in the MEA region, collaborating...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Technical Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region

Our client is seeking a Technical Business Analyst for a fully office-based position in Durban, with experience in SQL, SDLC, and C# or a similar programming language. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]SQLSDLCC# or SimilarAPI...

Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack (Python/TypeScript) (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A highly experienced Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack – is sought by a cutting-edge FinTech company providing a seamless payment service to join its Commerce team. The team manages the end user experience for a customer to make a payment with the...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic)

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Backend Developer

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer for a hybrid role in Pretoria. If you have a strong background in building robust backend systems and enjoy a flexible work setup, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Requirements 5+ years' experience...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic)

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

Backend Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer for a hybrid role in Pretoria. If you have a strong background in building robust backend systems and enjoy a flexible work setup, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Key Requirements 5+ years' experience...

Full-Stack Developer (React /Ionic) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Are you a skilled Fullstack Developer looking to make your mark in a dynamic and thriving industry? Join a team at a well-established German IT services provider, with over 25 years of excellence in delivering top-notch solutions. They are seeking a...

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