Intel aims for sustainable AI with world’s largest neuromorphic system
Intel says it has built the world's largest neuromorphic system. Code-named Hala Point, the large-scale neuromorphic system, initially deployed at Sandia National Laboratories, utilises Intel’s Loihi 2 processor, aims at supporting research for future brain-inspired...
Global IT spending bounces back
Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $5,06-trillion in 2024, an increase of 8% from 2023, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. This is an increase from the previous quarter's forecast of 6,8% growth and puts worldwide IT spending on track to surpass...
Digital key as SA banks show signs of recovery
Kathy Gibson reports – South Africa’s major banks are showing signs of recovering from the pandemic, with digitally-led strategies a key investment focus. PwC’s Major Banks Analysis 2021 finds that Absa, FirstRand, Nedbank and Standard Bank are all developing new...
SpaceX launches first civilian-manned craft to orbit Earth
When SpaceX launched its Inspiration4 mission with four civilian crew members to space, it became the company’s first fully private launch to orbit. On Wednesday (15 September), SpaceX’s Falcon 9 successfully launched the Inspiration4 mission – the world’s first...
SA still a bright spot for investment
The ongoing pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the economy yet there are still bright spots for savvy investors to take advantage of, according to an expert at CMTrading. The Covid-19 epidemic has wreaked havoc on the lives of millions and has devastated global...
Your chances of being doxed on a dating site are good …
During the past few decades, the world has rapidly shifted towards digitalisation of everyday practices, including dating. In some countries dating apps became the most popular way for people to meet, while modern couples’ communication is almost unthinkable without...
Supply chain culture must shift to customer-centricity
As chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) try to create a truly customer-centric supply chain culture, they need to implement a PRISM framework as the starting point for that cultural change, according to Gartner. PRISM stands for purpose, rituals, identity, support and...
PC pioneer Clive Sinclair dies
Sir Clive Marles Sinclair, entrepreneur and inventor, died yesterday (16 September) at the age of 81. The inventor was best known for his work in consumer electronics and early inventions in battery-operated cars. According to his biography on Wikipedia, Sinclair...
Young scientists to represent SA at BRICS event
The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), have nominated 14 young scientists from various academic institutions in South Africa to represent the country at the 6th BRICS Young Scientist...
Innovative ideas sought for a smarter Stellenbosch
With steady population growth and rapid urbanisation in the Cape Winelands expected to put severe pressure on the district’s public services, Stellenbosch Network has opened nominations for its second annual #IdeasForChange Challenge. In doing so, the organisation...
More News Today
Original documents key for legal action
Companies that fail to retain original documentation are placing themselves at huge risk in the event of legal action. This is according to Mike Grey, Solutions GM of Metrofile Records Management – a group company of JSE-listed Metrofile Holdings Limited, who says...
Maximising efficiency in cloud data centres
Schneider Electric, a specialist in energy management, has accumulated a wealth of knowledge, research and expertise in providing high-density, scalable and efficient data centre physical infrastructure for virtualised environments, which are the foundation of cloud...
Protect corporate information with Kaspersky
Employee negligence poses a serious threat to the security of corporate confidential data. This is according to over half the respondents in the Worldwide Security Products survey conducted among major global companies by the research agency IDC in February 2013....
Westcon offers SonicOS 5.9
Westcon Security customers can now take immediate advantage of Dell Software’s largest release of its SonicOS operating system for the Dell SonicWALL Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) and unified threat management (UTM), by way of SonicOS 5.9. According to Andrew...
Samsung introduces the Galaxy S4 Mini
Samsung Electronics South Africa, a global leader in mobile technology and digital solutions, has confirmed the availability of the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini - a powerful yet smaller version of Samsung’s flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S4. The S4 Mini delivers the...
STD-Multiopción uses Aspect Social solution
Aspect Software, a leading provider of fully-integrated customer interaction management, workforce optimization, and back-office solutions, has announced Spanish-based STD-Multiopción, a leading provider of contact centre services, promotion management, BPO and...
Multi-channel call centres boost collections
South Africa has a mobile penetration of roughly 118% - which means that 50-million people are wielding close to 59-million cell phones. And despite the implementation of RICA, mobile churn (where users buy and discard SIM cards) is still increasing, says Jed Hewson,...
Understanding risk appetite
Part one in a three part series by Dr David Hillson and Ian Huntly, CEO of Rifle-Shot Performance Holdings. One of the most important decisions for any business, project or individual is how much risk to take, given the maxim that low risk almost inevitably means...
Securing a business from data leaks
One of the biggest threats to businesses big and small could be sitting in an organisation right now. Insiders can reveal company secrets, bypass security controls and infect the network with malware - through malice, stupidity, carelessness or the unmonitored use of...
Boksburg Printers buys Xerox C75 press
Boksburg Printers has beefed up its print-on-demand capability with the purchase of a Xerox Colour C75 press from DigiPress together with the support from Bytes Document Solutions, Africa’s leading document management technology and services company, and the largest...
Hardware Engineer – Cape Town, Western Cape
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Hardware Engineer.Qualifications:B.Eng. Electrical/Electronic EngineeringExperience:5 years' experience in electronics hardware and firmware designDetailed technical knowledge and experience in a research and...
AL Developer
Challenging opportunity awaits!!!!!Are you a skilled Dynamics 365 Business Central Programmer with a flair for AL and a knack for extending the functionality of Dynamics 365 Business Central through innovation?We're on the hunt for talent like you to join my client's...
Business Analyst
As a Business Analyst specialising in the Commission and Finance departments, you will be crucial in analysing, interpreting, and improving the organisation's financial processes and commission structures. Your primary responsibility is to bridge the gap between...
Senior Project Manager (Structural and Civil Services) at Construct Executive Search – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North
Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor of Engineering Degree or a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Civil EngineeringMust have 10 years of experience in managing Civil or Structural infrastructure and contract management.Must be...
Hardware Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
PURPOSE The main purpose of this job is the hardware development of novel electronics components, modules, subsystems, and systems to further the goals of the Organisation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and develop circuits for various electronic systemsProvide input...
Hardware Engineer – Cape Town, Western Cape – Western Cape Cape Town
A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Hardware Engineer.Qualifications:B.Eng. Electrical/Electronic EngineeringExperience:5 years' experience in electronics hardware and firmware designDetailed technical knowledge and experience in a research and...
AL Developer – Gauteng Primrose
Challenging opportunity awaits!!!!!Are you a skilled Dynamics 365 Business Central Programmer with a flair for AL and a knack for extending the functionality of Dynamics 365 Business Central through innovation?We're on the hunt for talent like you to join my client's...
Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
As a Business Analyst specialising in the Commission and Finance departments, you will be crucial in analysing, interpreting, and improving the organisation's financial processes and commission structures. Your primary responsibility is to bridge the gap between...
SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER
If the daily grind makes you wonder if there's more to life than work, get ready to discover a professional journey that embraces excellence without compromise. We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team on a permanent contract. What you'll do: Your...
Senior Database Administrator
Senior Database Administrator - Gauteng12 Month Contract - Remote Purpose of Position: Complement Recruitment are recruiting for a Senior Database Administrator for software development and IT projects based client. This is a remote 12 month contract. Salary is market...
View more career listings on our Careers Section