Revenue to hit $1bn as quantum breakthroughs advance

Worldwide, quantum computing revenue is projected to total $1,1-billion in 2027, according to Gartner. “Nations and businesses have scaled spending in quantum literacy, patents, partnerships, and early use-case exploration,” says Gaurav Gupta, vice-president analyst...

Fuel price shock will hit supply chains hard, driving prices up

South Africa’s latest fuel price increase will put fresh pressure on already strained supply chains, says supply chain industry body SAPICS. The organisation warns that the cost impact is likely to extend far beyond the transport sector and into consumers’ pockets at...

SA must put jobs at the centre of its AI future

South Africans are embracing AI, but turning that appetite into economic opportunity will require trained educators, reliable Internet, affordable access, recognised skills pathways, scaling of existing financing models, and investment in the country’s own languages,...

SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

Young SA scientists fly the flag Beijing Science Competition

Cutting-edge research projects by local young scientists will compete against other high-tech studies at this year's Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition (BYSCC) in China, under the theme "Discovery, Innovation and Responsibility". The four young scientists, who...

El Niño saw global sea levels spike in 2023

Global average sea level rose by about 0,76cm from 2022 to 2023, a relatively large jump due mostly to a warming climate and the development of a strong El Niño. This NASA-led analysis is based on a sea level dataset featuring more than 30 years of satellite...

SAIPA offers businesses free advice

The South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) will host a series of webinars to help business leaders understand how to best respond, recover, re-evaluate and reinvent their businesses, or exit the business in the correct way. "Anyone can attend the...

More users are falling for phishing attacks

There has been a significant rise in phishing email attacks related to HR topics, particularly regarding new policies that would affect all employees throughout organisations. Real phishing emails that were reported to IT departments related to security-minded users...

US consumer body tries to force Amazon recall of hazardous products

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has filed an administrative complaint against Amazon.com, to force Amazon to accept responsibility for recalling potentially hazardous products sold on the e-commerce site. "Today's vote to file an administrative...

People are interested in the fine print of these services

Have you ever read the terms and conditions of your favourite online app? Or the privacy policy? It turns out that many people are interested in what they are agreeing to - but actually getting through the legalese could be an issue. Reboot Online Marketing utilised...

Unified communications sales soar

European distribution sales of unified communications (UC) products have surged by 76% so far this year compared to the same period in 2020, with more modest growth expected for the second half of 2021, according to Context. Context's figures cover the entire UC...

Space tourists ready for take-off

The first "space tourists" will blast off today as Blue Origin sends a manned flight into space. New Shepard is scheduled to launch today (20 July 2021) at 08h00 CDT (15h00 in South Africa) from Launch Site One in West Texas. The live broadcast starts at 06h30 CDT...

How to manage people post-pandemic

HR leaders trying to navigate a rapidly changing workplace environment now have a clear set of objectives to focus on: digitisation, talent, and the future of work. That is the central finding of a new report Creating People Advantage 2021: The Future of People...

Culture key to success, but there’s an attitude gap

Culture is advancing on the leadership agenda, but the gap in perception between senior management and the rest of the organisation has never been greater. PwC's 2021 Global Culture Survey, canvassing the views of 3 200 workers worldwide, finds that culture is a...

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Data centre power and cooling challenges

There’s no doubt that the challenges of cooling a data centre are tricky. Global specialist in energy management, Schneider Electric, advises focussing on the following four core challenges to get a head start in keeping a company’s data centre power and cooling...

Omni-channel retail set to change shopping

The woman is browsing shoes for her friend’s upcoming wedding. Next to her, her husband is sound asleep. She covers him with the duvet, adjusts her own pillows and continues her 3am shopping spree. With a mere swipe of her finger, her tablet’s display switches over to...

Gemalto to build MCX’s mobile wallet

Leading US merchants consortium Merchant Customer Exchange (MCX) has announced the selection of Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, to build its mobile wallet. MCX selected Gemalto for its unmatched expertise in mobile financial services and track record of...

WebFOCUS tracks government spending

Information Builders says its WebFOCUS technology is being used to distribute and manage public funds. “Currently many organisations create reports using personal productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel. However, there is little consistency, the process is...

Automate governance and compliance

As technology marches on, the reliance on human interaction is fast diminishing. This is something that now holds true with the automation of governance and compliance, provided by the BMC Server Automation suite from BMC, available locally through Quintica. According...

TNPA protects critical data with Altonet

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is a division of Transnet Limited, tasked with controlling and managing all commercial ports on South Africa’s coastline. It is the largest port authority in southern Africa in terms of cargo volumes and is responsible for...

Oracle, Curriki boost Java curriculum

The Oracle Academy and Curriki are working together to make the Oracle Academy’s “Getting Started with Java Using Alice” curriculum widely available to secondary school teachers and students.  Java is one of the world’s most popular computing platforms. It is used by...

Apple iStore launches iStoreOnline

Apple reseller iStore has launched its online shopping platform, iStoreOnline. The online store offers shoppers the convenience of purchasing Apple products online, while receiving the complimentary benefits exclusive to iStore customers. iStoreOnline offers more...

Lexmark launches new partner programme

Lexmark International, the printing and imaging solutions provider, is launching a new EMEA channel programme. The Lexmark Business Solutions Dealer (BSD) Programme replaces Lexmark’s ValuePrint Programme (LVP) and is designed to fit more closely with Lexmark’s...

Check Point launches 1100 Appliances

Check Point Software Technologies, the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, has announced the launch of its new 1100 Appliances, providing enterprise-class security in a compact desktop package, perfect for branch and remote offices. The 1100 Appliances offers...

Database Administrator

Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for database design and development? Join our client, a leading regulatory authority in the medical field in South Africa.Duties:Designing data structures to deliver enterprise-grade database solutions.Analyzing...

Backend Python Developer

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a forward-thinking Backend Python Developer who's keen on contributing to a high-impact project is sought by a provider of Data-driven solutions with a global operational footprint. Joining a collaborative team, you will help...

IT Service Delivery Manager

Join Our Team: IT Service Delivery Maestro Extraordinaire. Are you ready to shake up the financial services and insurance industry with your unparalleled IT Service Delivery Management skills? Do you dream of leading a dynamic team towards excellence while setting new...

Database Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria

Are you a tech-savvy professional with a passion for database design and development? Join our client, a leading regulatory authority in the medical field in South Africa.Duties:Designing data structures to deliver enterprise-grade database solutions.Analyzing...

Backend Python Developer – Western Cape Woodstock

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding expertise of a forward-thinking Backend Python Developer who's keen on contributing to a high-impact project is sought by a provider of Data-driven solutions with a global operational footprint. Joining a collaborative team, you will help...

IT Service Delivery Manager – Gauteng Centurion

Join Our Team: IT Service Delivery Maestro Extraordinaire. Are you ready to shake up the financial services and insurance industry with your unparalleled IT Service Delivery Management skills? Do you dream of leading a dynamic team towards excellence while setting new...

DevOps Consultant 2708

Large, international Automotive client actively looking for highly competent DevOps Consultant (SAP)ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· SAP Technical Operations· Incident Management (IM)· Change Management (CM)· Problem Management (PM)· IT Operations Process Controls·...

Senior Python Developer

The purpose of the Senior Python Developer) is to ensure that the custom-built InteGREAT system and the SETMIS, LRM, NLRD, and theETQA modules are customized, operational, and enhanced to meet regulatory reporting requirements. In addition, the resource will assist in...

Client Reporting Analyst

My client in Financial Services is looking for a Client Reporting Analyst to join their Investment Management team. Must have completed Degree (B.Com Accounting, Finance, Investments), with a minimum of 3 years' experience in the Asset Management industry with a...

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