AI spend soars to unprecedented levels

Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total $2,7-trillion in 2026, a 49,5% increase year-over-year, according to Gartner. “Demand for AI infrastructure (including AI-optimised IaaS, AI-optimised servers, AI network fabric, AI processing semiconductors and devices)...

Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

80% of fraud fighters to deploy GenAI by 2025

Generative AI (GenAI) has captured the public imagination - its power and promise seemingly poised to affect every facet of society - so it's hardly surprising that 83% of anti-fraud professionals anticipate adding the technology to their anti-fraud armaments within...

Data-stealing malware infections increase seven-fold since 2020

Nearly 10-million devices fell victim to data-stealing malware in 2023, Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence has revealed, drawing from insights gathered from infostealer malware log files traded on underground markets. With cybercriminals pilfering an average of...

New Covid variants delay workplace reopening

A Gartner poll reveals that 66% of organizations are delaying reopening their offices due to new Covid-19 variants. “Leaders have been determining if and how to mandate employee COVID-19 vaccinations for the last several months, and the FDA’s full approval of the...

Global government spending set for 2022 growth

Worldwide government IT spending is forecast to total $557,3-billion in 2022, an increase of 6,5% from 2021, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Governments will continue to accelerate investments in digital technologies to respond and recover from the...

Downward pressure on pricing drives wearables momentum

Global wearables shipments grew 32,3% year-over-year as volumes reached 114.2 million during the second quarter of 2021 (2Q21), according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker. Despite early signs of...

Local SMEs resilient despite instability

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are essential to the economy’s health and predicted to lead an economic recovery post-Covid. However, many of these businesses are fighting to keep their doors open since the onset of the pandemic, with 89% impacted by the recent...

Blockchain-related job postings surge

The cryptocurrency and blockchain labour market is still growing as various organizations continue to adopt the technology. However, recruiters in the space are increasingly sourcing talent in software development. Data acquired by cryptocurrency trading simulator...

Protecting the ozone layer also helps Earth sequester carbon

Protecting the ozone layer also protects Earth’s vegetation and has prevented the planet from an additional 0.85 degrees Celsius of warming, according to new research from Lancaster University, NASA, and others. This new study in Nature demonstrates that by protecting...

Bird’s-eye observations reveal surprises in Earth’s space interface

New research using data from NASA’s Global-scale Observations of the Limb and Disk (Gold) mission, has revealed unexpected behaviour in the swaths of charged particles that band Earth’s equator. This is made possible by Gold’s long-term global view, the first of its...

Applications open for 2022 ISPA bursary

South Africa's Internet Service Providers' Association (ISPA) invites applications for its "ISPA Inspires" bursary programme, 2022. Applications open on Wednesday 1 September, and close on Friday 1 October 2021. ISPA Inspires bursaries will be awarded to one or more...

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Samsung backs original accessories

It is a fact that many South African consumers use batteries and chargers that are not compatible with their selected brand of mobile device, or more accurately, that are not authentic to the specific brand. The use of third party accessories could have far reaching...

Sanofi implements QlikView

Sanofi South Africa, the local affiliate of global pharmaceutical giant Sanofi, realised time and resources savings after standardising its reporting on QlikView’s business analytics platform. Mixed environment The company had been running multiple tools in 2011,...

Dirty WiFi hinders mobile workforce

While there is an increasing buzz around WiFi hotspots globally, there are two main issues which ensure WiFi still remains a problematic means of connectivity for the mobile workforce. Craig Lowe, execMobile founder, says security and productivity should be of concern...

The benefits of life-long learning

In the business world, users are compelled to keep learning about new developments in technology, how these will impact lives and what new innovations lie in store for people. Users have little choice. They have to keep up or get left behind. This involves the phones...

Microsoft boosts cloud adoption

The advent of Microsoft Office365 and the combination of various products across numerous plans available means companies of any size, focus and position have a clear vision to save on total cost of ownership. That said, there is also the added advantage of faster,...

Citizen-centric government is possible

The process of transforming government services in administrations around the world has been focused largely on two main issues: technology and information. Using best practices and technologies that have enabled the modernisation of other governments, South Africa...

Intervate, KPMG host productivity event

KPMG, in partnership with South Africa’s foremost provider of enterprise information management (EIM) and process automation solutions, Intervate, hosted an event where KPMG presented the fifth annual Sourcing Advisory Pulse Survey in Cape Town on 7 August 2013. The...

Oracle releases Virtual Compute Appliance

Oracle has announced the Oracle Virtual Compute Appliance. Engineered for easy application virtualisation, it accelerates time-to-application use by enabling rapid, repeatable, full-stack virtual infrastructure deployment. The Oracle Virtual Compute Appliance is a...

NetApp announces financial results

NetApp has reported financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2014 ended July 26, 2013. Total revenues for the first quarter of fiscal year 2014 were $1.516-billion, an increase of 5% from the comparable period of the prior year. GAAP net income for the...

Westcon Comztek offers Eaton 9PX UPS

Customers looking for a UPS solution to secure mission-critical applications while at the same time reducing energy usage and costs can now take advantage of the Eaton 9PX UPS. Available for resale by Westcon Comztek resellers with immediate effect, the Eaton 9PX UPS...

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Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and providing technical support? We're seeking a highly motivated and customer-oriented Service Desk Agent to join our dynamic [Email Address Removed] a Service Desk Agent, you'll play a crucial role in...

Financial Data Management Specialist – Eastern Cape East London

Financial Data Management Specialist required for a reputable company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements:Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in finance, accounting, or data management roles.Previous debtors / creditors management experience is beneficial...

Senior Java Developer – Remote Remote

Senior Java Developer wanted for a remote role in Johannesburg or Cape TownOur Client has an opportunity for a Senior Java Developer to take the reigns in further developing a legacy system remotely from home!The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science...

Systems Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Analyst to join our team and take responsibility for the last line of support and maintenance of various systems in the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) environment. The incumbent will play a crucial role in ensuring the...

Junior Data Analyst

Junior Data Analyst - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! Hybrid working opportunity We are looking for a Junior Data Analyst to create and manage BI and analytics solutions that turn data into knowledge. In this role you...

Field Technician

Experience and Academic Requirements NTS 6 or T3 in Telecomms and IT-related subjects and a minimum of 2 years experience in Telecomms/IT environment OR:A minimum of 5 years experience in related equipment as laid out in competency required.Instrumentation...

Tech Lead ( Full Stack Engineer)

The Software Engineer/Tech Lead will work collaboratively with the Merchant Journey team to drive development of merchant onboarding and dashboard. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software development life...

Business Analyst

Join Our Dynamic Team! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're seeking a talented individual with a unique blend of skills to join our innovative team. If you're passionate about process optimization, have a knack for numbers, and thrive in a...

SAP Authorizations Specialist

Are you ready to drive your career to the next level? Our client is seeking a talented and experienced SAP Authorizations Specialist to join their dynamic team. As a global leader in the automotive industry, our client offers an exciting and innovative work...

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