Huang predicts an era of everything as a virtual twin
Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang and Dassault Systèmes CEO Pascal Daloz have laid out a blueprint for industrial AI rooted in physics-based “world models” — systems designed to simulate products, factories and even biological systems before they’re built....
Global memory, storage shortages hit SA tech prices
The on-going global memory and storage shortage has had a measurable impact on pricing across the South African technology market. Mahomed Cassim, CEO of Esquire, notes that the current shortage is being driven largely by structural shifts in global demand rather than...
Microsoft doubles down on AI spend
Microsoft spent more than expected on AI in the quarter ended 30 September, shelling our $34,9-billion on new projects associated with building AI-powered data centres. The company’s revenue was $77,7-billion, an increase of 18%. Operating income was up 24% to...
Nvidia’s $5trn climb exposes AI boom’s reality gap
Nvidia’s market value closing in on $5-trillion has become the defining symbol of artificial intelligence’s rise — and, according to deVere Group CEO Nigel Green, a striking reminder that markets are racing far ahead of the profit reality. “AI is transforming the...
Key work changes in the AI era
To capture value from AI, CHROs must help their organisations successfully evolve work itself - not just the workforce - according to business and technology insights company Gartner. A July 2025 Gartner survey of 1 973 managers found that business units that redesign...
Cassava Technologies inks strategic partnership with Stanlib
Pan-African tech group Cassava Technologies has announced a strategic investment by Stanlib Infrastructure Investments to accelerate the rapid expansion of Africa Data Centres' footprint in South Africa. The strategic partnership will allow Africa Data Centres to...
xAI launches AI-generated encyclopedia
Elon Musk’s xAI has launched a new online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, powered by the Grok artificial intelligence (AI) model. The free-to-use platform aims to compete with Wikipedia, which Musk has previously accused of being biased, and promoting left-leaning policies....
Datatec reports first-half growth
Datatec’s results for the first half of the 2026 financial year were boosted by continued margin expansion and a strong profit-growth trajectory in Westcon, driven by a growing recurring software and services mix. Over 70% of sales are now derived from software and...
Cisco debuts Nvidia reference architecture
Cisco is introducing major advancements to accelerate secure, scalable AI across market segments. Leading the announcements is the Cisco N9100, the first Nvidia partner-developed data centre switch based on Nvidia Spectrum-X Ethernet switch silicon. With this switch,...
Gambling takes a toll on SA consumers’ finances
Kathy Gibson reports – Online gambling, a very topical and sensitive subject at the moment, is having a negative impact on consumers. A new study by Experian and Vault22, using reliable and representative data, concludes the gambling is a challenge for South African...
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How AI and data analytics can transform your business
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Westcon-Comstor extends Weblib distribution
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2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund winners revealed
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Beware the implications of CIPC non-compliance
South Africa’s business owners face serious consequences for not complying with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) requirements. More than 650 000 companies were deregistered last year mostly due to missed annual returns, according to the CIPC’s...
Epson high-capacity ink tank printers pass 100m in sales
Cumulative global sales of Epson’s high-capacity ink tank printers have surpassed 100-million units. The company launched its first high-capacity ink tank inkjet printer in October 2010 in Indonesia, and they are now sold in about 170 countries and regions.. Epson’s...
Healthcare workers empowered to tackle complex disease burdens
The University of Cape Town (UCT) is pioneering transformative healthcare solutions across the Global South through its innovative Practical Approach to Care Kit (PACK). Developed by UCT’s Knowledge Translation Unit (KTU), PACK is a powerful clinical decision support...
How to succeed at e-commerce in township economies
Research released by retail analyst Trade Intelligence earlier this year indicated that township trade brings in about R200-billion annually. This is a staggering figure considering that high unemployment rates, poverty and crime blight South Africa’s townships....
The business case for automating customer due diligence, FICA compliance
Automation has been labelled as a way to tighten up the corners, without cutting them. An apt description, it’s all about using technologies to up productivity, boost efficiency, reduce errors and save businesses a lot of time without having to make any sacrifices...
SMEs need supply chain skills to survive
The success of small businesses - which are the backbone of South Africa’s economy - is being jeopardised by a lack of resources, skills and support in the critical area of supply chain management, according to supply chain industry body SAPICS. “Small, medium and...
Application Support Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. The focus would be to support the GIP applications with supports from other teams, and in line...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Ready to showcase your versatility as a Full Stack Developer? Our client is looking for someone with the expertise to handle both frontend and backend development, delivering end-to-end solutions. If working remotely while contributing to innovative projects excites...
Project Manager
?? Now Hiring: Project Manager – IT- Permanent | Midrand Are you a proactive, detail-driven Project Manager with a passion for delivering technology projects that truly make an impact? Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a dynamic Project Manager: IT to...
Data Manager – (18 Months Fixed Term Contract – Wits SBIMB)
Background:Named after Nobel Laureate and Wits University graduate, Sydney Brenner, the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) is a burgeoning multi-disciplinary research institute dedicated to investigating the molecular and genomic aetiology of...
Technical analyst
The technical Analyst will work closely with business analysts and support development by doing system analysis on incidents, problems, and IT projects.Key responsibilitiesTechnical Facilitate development for technical requirements using relevant framework and...
Business Analyst Retail & Pharmacy at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with strong Retail & Pharmacy expertise to support a leading retailer in Cape Town. This role is ideal for a dynamic BA who thrives in fast-paced retail environments, understands end-to-end store operations, and can...
Project Manager – Gauteng Midrand
?? Now Hiring: Project Manager – IT- Permanent | Midrand Are you a proactive, detail-driven Project Manager with a passion for delivering technology projects that truly make an impact? Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a dynamic Project Manager: IT to...
Data Manager – (18 Months Fixed Term Contract – Wits SBIMB) – Gauteng Parktown
Background:Named after Nobel Laureate and Wits University graduate, Sydney Brenner, the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) is a burgeoning multi-disciplinary research institute dedicated to investigating the molecular and genomic aetiology of...
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Business Analyst Retail & Pharmacy at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst with strong Retail & Pharmacy expertise to support a leading retailer in Cape Town. This role is ideal for a dynamic BA who thrives in fast-paced retail environments, understands end-to-end store operations, and can...
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