Apple regains position as world’s most valuable company
Apple is once again the most valuable company in the world, as Nvidia stocks dropped. It’s been two years since Apple ceded the title first to Microsoft, then to Nvidia. The margin by which Apple took the title is extremely narrow and will probably slip within days....
Chinese startup unveils powerful open AI model
A Chinese firm has launched an open-weight artificial intelligence (AI) model said to be equivalent to Anthropic’s Claude Fable. Kimi K3 is a 2,8-trillion parameter model from Moonshot AI that is particularly suited to advanced reasoning and long-horizon coding....
AI, cloud, security top job vacancies
The global job market experienced a positive shift in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, with job postings growing by 6,4% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ), a sign of potential early stabilisation as companies cautiously resumed hiring following year-end slowdowns. These are...
IATA calls on African governments to prioritise aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on African governments to prioritize aviation as a strategic enabler of economic and social development. “Aviation is economic infrastructure for Africa. Its value lies in the long‑term benefits it delivers,”...
Europe wilts under rapid warming
Rapid warming in Europe is reducing snow and ice cover, while dangerously high air temperatures, drought, heatwaves and record ocean temperatures are affecting regions from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. Europe, along with many other regions of the globe, is exposed...
Supply chains under attack
According to Kaspersky telemetry, almost 19 500 malicious packages were found in open-source projects by the end of 2025, representing a 37% increase compared to the end of 2024. Modern software development is inseparable from open-source components. However,...
USAf makes the case for global talent in SA’s universities
Universities South Africa (USAf) has issued a statement where it notes with concern recent public statements by members of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Higher Education that calls for detailed disclosures on the employment of foreign academics,...
Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage
The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...
Strategic AI deployment set to drive significant growth
By 2029, chief financial officers in organisations that implement strategic AI and technology portfolio resource deployment will unlock an additional 10 points of margin growth, according to Gartner. “Three quarters of CFOs are raising their tech budgets for 2026,...
Hormuz disruption shows why early-warning data matters
What began as a shipping disruption in one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints has become a wider development risk. Since early March, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has alerted that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are hitting far more than energy...
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Diversity of data centre infrastructure to serve all South Africans
With more of South Africa’s economy going digital-only, the need for robust data centre capacity has never been more critical. Dean Matteucci, Rectron data centre category head, looks at the drivers of the modern digital revolution in South Africa, noting that a...
Likely tracking choices of utility-scale photovoltaic power plants
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have a significant role to play in increasing the power generation capacity in South Africa. By Shaniel Lakhoo, senior electronic engineer at WSP in Africa However, the PV power generation profile used in South Africa’s recent long-term...
Why and how to deploy immersion cooling systems in Africa
The demand for data centres in Africa is growing, driven by several factors, writes Wojtek Piorko, MD: Africa at Vertiv. These include government regulations for local data security, an increasing demand for cloud computing among small and mid-sized enterprises...
Unlocking the future of business expansion with payment APIs
With over 1,4-billion people, a rapidly digitising economy, and untapped markets, Africa is becoming the next big frontier for business. By Sean van Kerckhoven, director of partnerships for Yellow Card Payment APIs are at the heart of this expansion, enabling...
POPIA regulations get a makeover
The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Regulations have received a facelift, with the Information Regulator publishing amendments to the Regulations on 17 April 2025. By Nadine Mather, partner, and Pascale Towers, senior associate at Bowmans The...
Data the asset that is shaping the future of business
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things and the cloud are transforming the way we manage information, data has become a must-have strategic asset. By Christophe Vaissade, sales director: OEM, embedded and enterprise at Sandisk More than...
A shortage of key IT skills is holding back digital progress
South Africa is experiencing a significant IT skills shortage, jeopardising its digital transformation and economic growth. Essential fields such as cybersecurity, data analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and software development are notably impacted, revealing a...
Traditional customer contact channels are leading to a Kodak moment
South African businesses that continue to cling to traditional customer contact channels instead of adapting to new innovative solutions are passively digging an early grave. Many of them today remain resistant to embracing smartbot (AI-powered chatbot) technology and...
Mind security and privacy when creating a fun image of yourself
As the latest social media trend sees users jumping on the AI Action Figure craze by uploading personal information and photos to generate hyper-realistic AI dolls or action figures of themselves, Kaspersky urges South Africans to be cautious about the personal...
Stay vigilant as impersonation scams surge
Imposter or impersonation scams are on the rise in South Africa, with recent reports highlighting a significant increase in sophisticated fraud schemes that involve criminals posing as legitimate authorities, service providers, or individuals to deceive victims and...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 2577 – Gauteng Pretoria
A skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, working within cloud environments to build scalable, secure, and high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Angular and [URL Removed] TypeScript, and...
Senior Software Developer (Tech Lead)
A unique opportunity to join a JSE listed financial organisation that continually delivers excellent results and growth that exceeds all competitors in the market. Become part of a team working on Key projects in the organisation's Wealth Management in Partnership...
Senior Full Stack Developer (.NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server) (PE)
ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a key role in designing, developing, and deploying Full Stack solutions using Microsoft technologies and Azure cloud services as the next Senior Full Stack Developer wanted by a PE-based global Logistics Operation. Working with cross-functional teams,...
Frontend Developer
Are you a Frontend Engineer who enjoys working with modern technologies, leading frontend decisions, and building high-performing applications in an innovative, fast-moving environment? This role offers technical ownership, influence, and real impact.A...
Senior Software Developer (Tech Lead) – Gauteng Midrand
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Senior Full Stack Developer (.NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server) (PE) – Eastern Cape Sidwell
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Frontend Developer – Remote Remote
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Software Developer (CT)
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IT Support Administrator
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Project Manager – ICT
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