Global online privacy and cybersecurity awareness is declining
The world's online privacy and cybersecurity awareness is declining, according to new research from NordVPN, which says that - based on 25 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses - people globally performed best in recognising various online risks and...
Fraudsters prey on traditional African beliefs
South Africans are deeply connected to their culture and cultural beliefs, but scam artists and conmen are quickly learning how to take advantage of this. Followers of the fundamental traditional African belief system believe they are watched over by their ancestors...
Spotify users are mainly younger
Since Spotify was founded in 2006, it has become the leading music streaming platform in the US. Spotify is enjoyed by all ages, with entertainment in the form of music and podcasts available for many age groups. Having said that, the platform’s significant popularity...
CFOs could miss out if digital competencies are missing
Chief financial officers (CFOs) will fail to realise the full value of new technology investments unless their staff are equipped with five key digital competencies which are most crucial for delivering high business impact, according to Gartner. Gartner's survey of...
Wear flip flops for CHOC
Childhood cancer is a frightening diagnosis that no parent should ever have to deal with. But, unfortunately, it is a reality that many families across South Africa have to come to terms with on a daily basis. These families are facing the toughest battle they will...
The future isn’t what it used to be …
Economists and visionary business leaders agree that due to rising inequality, environmental degradation and the profound impact of emerging technologies on human life, the future will not be a gradual extension of the past. The question is: how can businesses use the...
Cybersecurity investment set for 10% growth in 2021
Cybersecurity will remain a high priority this year, as the range of threats broadens and new vulnerabilities emerge, while the frequency of attacks is unlikely to subside. The latest quarterly Canalys cybersecurity forecast predicts spending will increase 10%...
IoT revenues to jump by 53% by 2025
Over the past few years, IoT has become one of the most important technologies globally, allowing seamless communication between people, processes, and things. The increasing need for wireless networking technologies is expected to drive the entire sector's impressive...
What does SA’s eroding income tax base mean for SARS?
Over the course of lockdown, pundits have shared some harrowing statistics regarding the increase in unemployment in South Africa. By Jean du Toit, head of tax technical at Tax Consulting SA In general, our unemployment rates are moving in the wrong direction and the...
Cruise, GM team up with Microsoft to commercialise self-driving vehicles
Cruise and General Motors on Tuesday announced they have entered a long-term strategic relationship with Microsoft to accelerate the commercialisation of self-driving vehicles. The companies will bring together their software and hardware engineering excellence, cloud...
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Compliance alone won’t prevent disaster
The advent of King III, with its stringent demands on directors to exercise careful control over every aspect of the business, has been a gift for software vendors who can claim any link between their products and compliance. But, says James Beaumont of technology...
BDS appoints Ivyline as Xerox partner
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Africa's leading technology and services company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world, has announced the appointment of Ivyline Technologies as official business partner within the Rustenburg area and its immediate...
Technology will change the face of Africa
The face of Africa is changing and the world is beginning to notice. Implementing world-class technology has been the ambition of many African countries since their independence. Today, this ambition is becoming a reality in specific technological niches and in the...
Dell Latitude 10 now available from DCC
The Dell Latitude 10, available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC), ushers in a new breed of tablet, combining the convenience of the small and thin form factor with the power of a PC in a device that is ideal for the serious business user. Featuring...
The future of the DBA in cloud computing
One of the many areas where services are beginning to move towards the cloud is in the database, as cloud providers, either public or private, can remove many of the time consuming tasks around installing, configuring and provisioning the database. These roles are...
Experience mobile music with music streaming
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Stratasys launches the Objet30 OrthoDesk
Stratasys, a leading manufacturer of 3D printers and production systems for prototyping and manufacturing, has announced the launch of the Objet30 OrthoDesk 3D Printer, specially designed for smaller orthodontic labs and clinics. The Objet30 OrthoDesk now makes...
Safaricom uses Gemalto’s backup solution
Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, has announced that Safaricom, a leading mobile operator in Africa, with over 18-million customers, is using its LinqUs Cloud Backup solution to offer mobile subscribers in Kenya a comprehensive backup service for...
The seven ‘M’s of management
Experts in the field of blended learning, incorporating both onsite instructor-led training and e-learning methodologies, suggest that the business leader can derive significant value from following a set of guidelines to effective business management called "the...
SMBs finally locking their virtual doors
Most business owners would never dream of leaving the doors to their businesses flung wide open after hours. On the contrary, the physical – and sometimes stringent – security measures that are in place to protect their business properties are usually quite evident. ...
PHP Developer (Office based role) – Gauteng Johannesburg North
PHP Developer will write and deploy beautiful, fast PHP to a high standard, in a timely and scalable way that improves the code base for customer designed, in-house PHP based Systems.Key Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesWrite “clean”, well-designed codeProduce...
Intermediate to experienced IT Business Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria
Exciting Job Opportunity: Intermediate to experienced IT Business Analyst. Are you a dynamic and experienced Technical / IT Business Analyst ready to take on the challenge of evaluating intricate business problems? If you thrive on investigating calculation errors,...
Cloud Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you ready to Unlock the future of cloud computing as a Cloud Engineer with Software Development Expertise? Join our dynamic team and innovate with cutting-edge technologies. Elevate your career and shape the digital landscape. Our client in the software space...
Senior Java Developer
Not all roles will be your cup of tea but this Java role may go down really smoothly.My client, an international player in their respective field is looking to bring you out of " hibernation " and to " spring" your career into 6th gear!Calling all seasoned and senior...
Intermediate SQL Developer
Experience as an Intermediate SQL developer as part of a team in a software development environment.Responsibilities/Tasks:Develop complex T-SQL queries, Stored Procedures and Triggers.Assist in the design of the relational database architecture for new development...
Application Developer (Bachelors Degree Completed)
Our client is looking to hire professionals who are passionate about the industry and have the ability to design, develop and maintain mobile and web applications.The developers will work on worldwide projects based out of South Africa.Some overseas travel may be...
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Our client requires the services of a passionate and qualified individual to expand its dynamic team for the enhancement of services to the clients.Job Purpose:To research and identify business needs and determine solutions to business problems. Solutions include a...
Senior Java Developer
Join a team of passionate, friendly, diverse software engineers and play a key role in the design,development, and deployment of industry-changing end-to-end software solutions. On Offer: Project exposure across multiple industries.Learning & development...
Senior Java Developer – Remote Remote
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Intermediate SQL Developer – Gauteng Pretoria
Experience as an Intermediate SQL developer as part of a team in a software development environment.Responsibilities/Tasks:Develop complex T-SQL queries, Stored Procedures and Triggers.Assist in the design of the relational database architecture for new development...
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