Big Tech faces multiple hurdles in the pursuit of Gen AI dominance
In a rapidly advancing technology landscape, generative AI (GenAI) stands out as the latest innovation frontier - and leading the charge in this domain are Big Tech (Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft). However, with progress comes challenges, says...
Claims of cyberattack on Israeli power plant debunked
On 8 October, the hacktivist group known as Cyber Av3ngers claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the Dorad power plant in Israel, showcasing PDF files and documents on their Telegram channel as proof. However, the Israeli authorities have not confirmed the...
South African users have poor cybersecurity skills
South Africans lag behind the rest of the world when it comes to cybersecurity skills. New research shows that South Africans have slightly better skills when it comes to knowing how to react to online threats and phishing attacks. They scored 78.6 points out of 100,...
Charting data and analytics trends for 2021
Gartner has identified the top 10 data and analytics (D&A) technology trends for 2021 that can help organisations respond to change, uncertainty and the opportunities they bring in the next year. "The speed at which the Covid-19 pandemic disrupted organizations...
Call for broadband solutions to Covid setbacks
A year into the crucial Decade of Action intended to achieve 17 key Sustainable Development Goals, the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has resulted in setbacks. In response, the commissioners of the UN Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development has advocated the...
Tesla overtakes Samsung’s market cap
It took electronic vehicle manufacturer Tesla at least four times fewer years to amass a higher market capitalisation than South Korea's electronic giant Samsung, according to data calculated and analysed by Finbold. By 23 March 2021, Tesla was only 18 years old with...
Acer believed to have been hit by ransomware
Acer is believed to have been compromised by the REvil/Sodinokibi ransomware group. The notorious ransomware group is on a spree, with at least nine victims in two weeks, says Candid Wuest, Acronis vice-president of cyber protection research. The list of victims is...
Hybrid cloud key for accelerating the digital journey
Kathy Gibson reports – Despite cloud being mainstream for at least the last eight years, only 20% of workloads have moved to the public cloud. One of the reasons for this is that moving to the public cloud is not always the cheapest option, says Mostafa Zafer,...
Constrained supply chains still impact manufacturers
Global restrictions implemented to curb the spread of Covid-19 have had a direct impact on manufacturing supply chains. Constraints are still evident across many manufacturing subsectors a year after the country first went into hard lockdown, according to the Q1 Absa...
The danger within: threats lurk in users’ devices
There is a common misconception that the most dangerous threats to encounter on modern users' digital journeys are likely to appear during Internet surfing. The reality however, based on the most recent analysis of cyberattacks in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria...
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SilverBridge, Wellnicity in BI partnership
SilverBridge, a provider of software solutions to the financial services industry, has entered into a product partner agreement with Wellnicity to strengthen and extend its Exergy solution with business intelligence capabilities. Business intelligence (BI) refers to a...
Soarsoft uses Binary Tree SMART methodology
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Engage customers with social networking
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APC meets SOHO backup requirements
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Does BYOD decrease employee productivity?
The bring your own device (BYOD) phenomenon has exploded in recent years as a result of mobility and the exponential growth in the popularity and the available variety of smartphones, tablets and notebook computers, says Paul Fick, divisional MD of Jasco Enterprise. ...
Addressing the data centre in the cloud
Many organisations are acknowledging the benefits of migrating to the cloud and are seeing their competitors either considering this option or having already made the move, says Roelof Louw, Cloud Expert at T-Systems in South Africa. For small medium enterprises...
Med-e-Mass launches HEALTHone Connect
Med-e-Mass, South Africa’s leading provider of practice management applications and part of Bytes Healthcare Solutions, has unveiled HEALTHone Connect, the first online electronic medical record system to be introduced to the South African medical industry. Designed...
Cambium welcomes EU’s NGA vision
Cambium Networks, a leading provider of IP wireless broadband access and transport solutions, has welcomed the European Union’s decision to acknowledge fixed wireless broadband technology as an enabler for next generation access (NGA). The news comes as Cambium...
Riverbed aids software-defined data centres
At an event entitled Data Where You Need It; Control Where You Want It, Riverbed Technology will unveil breakthroughs in software-defined data centre deployments with Granite technology that extend the benefits of the data centre to global branch offices. At the...
PayGate attains PCI compliance
Payment services provider PayGate has been certified compliant with the security standards of the Global Payment Card Industry (PCI) Security Standards Council, MD Peter Harvey has confirmed. “The PCI certification is a comprehensive best practice standard for...
Network Engineer III – Gauteng Pretoria
We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Network Engineer III to Join us and become part of the iOCO family as we continue to provide innovative solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives. As a Senior Engineer, you will play a key...
Senior Business Systems Support Technician – Gauteng Boksburg North
Senior Business Systems Support Technician Purpose of The JobTo provide IT Business Systems support and to ensure proper functioning of all Business System software. Job Responsibilities Application Management (AX 209 / D365 Finance and Operations):Perform daily,...
SAP CO consultant – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Region
A "Sweet" opportunity has risen for a SAP CO Consultant allowing you to work in the Golden Mile every second week! The Suitable candidate will be required to travel Internationally and must possess strengths in the following: S4/HanaConfigurationImplementationStart...
Senior SQL Developer
We are looking for a Snr SQL Developer to join our dynamic team.Writes SQL interface Develops SQL CodeDevelopment / configuration on the in-house system, VisionInstall, configure, test and maintaining client configurations – on premises, SaaS or hosted...
Sage X3 Developer
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Retailer of textiles and homeware seeks a highly technical and dedicated Sage X3 Developer to join its growing IT team. Your role will focus on the development, customization, and optimization of Sage X3 solutions, ensuring the seamless...
Data Architect at Computek Networks
AGSA data architect's role strategically oversee AGSA data migration activities, design and implement AGSA EDW and Data Lake solutions, data marts, and data stores while ensuring high levels of data availability. This individual is also responsible for defining data...
Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Centurion
We are looking for a Snr SQL Developer to join our dynamic team.Writes SQL interface Develops SQL CodeDevelopment / configuration on the in-house system, VisionInstall, configure, test and maintaining client configurations – on premises, SaaS or hosted...
Sage X3 Developer – Western Cape Parow
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Retailer of textiles and homeware seeks a highly technical and dedicated Sage X3 Developer to join its growing IT team. Your role will focus on the development, customization, and optimization of Sage X3 solutions, ensuring the seamless...
Data Architect at Computek Networks – Gauteng Lynnwood
AGSA data architect's role strategically oversee AGSA data migration activities, design and implement AGSA EDW and Data Lake solutions, data marts, and data stores while ensuring high levels of data availability. This individual is also responsible for defining data...
Software Tester
We are looking for a Software Tester with exposure in Payroll an finance systems.Conduct comprehensive testing of software applications, including functional, regression, performance, and usability testing.Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other...
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