Today’s data centre build-out dwarfs previous infrastructure investments

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the biggest infrastructure build-out in human history – bigger than the railroads or the Industrial Revolution. “People assume AI is a bubble, but it is showing no signs of...

Negative sentiment drives call for data centre transparency

Kathy Gibson reports from Vertiv Week in Zagreb – With data centres experiencing massive growth around the globe, the industry needs to do a better job of telling people the benefits they offer humanity at large. Worldwide, uncertainty about possible risks posed by...

Growing energy demand will limit ambitious climate goals

The global economy is on the cusp of a major shift where most of future global energy demand growth will come from emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). The new realities of meeting this demand alongside the need for energy security, resilience and...

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)...

Giving in to ransomware doesn’t pay …

Ransomware attacks are becoming more frequent and more devastating - but paying up is no guarantee that data will be returned. This is among the findings from Cybereason's third annual ransomware study, commissioned to better understand the true impact of ransomware...

US set to return to the Moon tonight

Shortly after midnight tonight (00h30 on Friday 23 February), a robotic lunar lander operated by a private company is schedule to land on the Moon. Intuitive Machines' Odysseus spacecraft will not only be the first private spacecraft to make a soft landing on the...

SAP expands world’s largest business network

SAP has unveiled a bold new vision to create business communities able to improve business outcomes, better navigate changing economic and geopolitical conditions and enhance sustainability contributions. The company today unveiled the first step toward creating the...

Rapid expansion of carbon capture vital for Net Zero targets

Carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) is an essential step on the journey to Net Zero - but capture capacity will have to at least double every five years for the next 30 years if we are to meet Net Zero goals. This is according to new research from the...

Connectivity enables Africa’s digital future

Kathy Gibson reports - Connectivity is vital for the future of Africa, enabling solutions that can drive digital inclusion. Liquid Intelligent Technologies is today celebrating a massive milestone, with its Africa-wide network now reaching 100 000kms. The network now...

Natural ‘eye makeup’ improves falcons’ hunting ability

Dark 'eyeliner' feathers of peregrine falcons act as sun shields to improve the birds' hunting ability, a new scientific study suggests. Scientists have long speculated that falcons' eye markings improve their ability to target fast-moving prey, like pigeons and...

NEDLAC agreement aims for vaccine persuasion

The South African government, together with members of both the public and private sector, have agreed at NEDLAC on Covid-19 workplace vaccine guidelines (Vaccine Guidelines). While the Vaccine Guidelines are yet to be signed and gazetted by the Minister of Employment...

Second-life batteries key to SA’s 4IR ambitions

Kathy Gibson reports - As South Africa aims to join the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), power is crucial - and the battery has a key role to play. Gaylor Montmasson-Clair, senior economist at Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS), points out that batteries...

SA’s jobs recovery stalls

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported yesterday (1 June) that employment in South Africa declined by 28 000 jobs in the first quarter of 2021. The data indicated that after the country lost 2,2-million jobs in 2020Q2 and regained 876 000 of these during the...

Cybercriminals are coming for your brand …

If you're a marketer or brand owner in 2021, it's not enough to protect your brands and trademarks in real life. You have to build a fort around your online assets too, writes Duane Nicol, cybersecurity expert at Mimecast. Brand marketers are increasingly losing...

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Avoiding virtualisation’s dark side

Uncontrolled virtual machine sprawl can undermine the business case for virtualisation, says Warren Olivier of software vendor Veeam – and IT managers need to deploy new tools to manage much more complex environments. Olivier identifies three major issues in managing...

Printing goes mobile

Mobility is the future of the workforce, as the proliferation of tablets, notebooks and smartphones allows users to work almost seamlessly from anywhere, anytime. However, one aspect of the business environment often remains tied to traditional wired environments –...

First TD-LTE TV broadcast a success

For the first time in the world, TD-LTE (time division duplex long term evolution) technology has successfully been used for a live TV broadcast. On 5 January, China Mobile’s TD-LTE network transmitted a live video stream of the Xiamen International Marathon to TV...

Kathea announces Polycom HDX update

Kathea, a distributor of video communications solutions has announced the availability of  Polycom HDX Series 3.1, a software update for Polycom’s popular HDX video collaboration solution for executive desktops and rooms. Providing a simple and intuitive collaboration...

Itec grows footprint with new dealers

Itec, one of South Africa’s top three office automation solution providers, has added new dealers in Maputo, Mozambique and eastern Pretoria to its fast-growing network of around 50 regional offices across southern Africa and the UK. The new dealers form part of...

McAfee, Intel redefine consumer security

McAfee and Intel have announced their commitment to lead in delivering innovative security solutions aimed at protecting a consumer’s entire digital life, reflecting the broad adoption and usage of personal devices. Together with Intel, McAfee is redefining the...

TPG America, Africa promote iPMCS

Showing massive success with its Integrated Project Management Control System (iPMCS) in the United States, and now managing more than US $50-billion in capital projects, TPG America has joined forces with TPG Africa to promote TPG iPMCS throughout Africa. TPG America...

Snom honours Even Flow

Snom Technology, a leading developer of IP desktop phones and IP communications solutions, has announced that they have selected Even Flow for the very prestigious Platinum distributor status as part of Platinum Partners programme 2013. This is the second consecutive...

Columbus appoints new sales director

Sidwell Ngqandu, former GM and acting CIO of the South African State Information Technology Agency (SITA) has been appointed sales director at Columbus Technologies, a subsidiary of the Swiss-based Brainware group. He replaces Theo Fourie who is moving into an...

FrontRange announces HEAT 9.6

FrontRange is pleased to announce the general availability of HEAT 9.6. The release delivers major enhancements, including Web-based Managers Monitor and Mobile Field Support. The product has been available to all customers and partners as of Monday, 21 January. HEAT...

Production Project Manager (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic & family-owned Agricultural business seeks a solutions-driven Production Project Manager with strong leadership and financial acumen to ensure the successful execution of budgets and projects. You will manage and deliver capital expenditure...

System Analyst

Our client in the banking industry is looking for two Systems Analysts they have to monitor, maintain, and upgrade applicable technology systems, which includes quality assurance, problem solving, researching user issues, performing upgrades and maintenance, and...

Data Scientist (Level 3)

QUALIFICATION Complete Accredited Professional Exams (Qualified Actuary) OR In the process of completing Accredited Professional ExamsEXPERIENCE Risk and GovernanceData environment (3 - 5 years)Junior specialist level (1 - 2 years)Credit, Pricing, Marketing, CVM,...

Senior Software Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein

Key ResponsibilitiesParticipate in all phases of the software development life cycleDevelop, enhance, and optimise scalable and reusable code using C#, .Net Core, and .Net FrameworkWrite clean, testable, and high-quality codeDevelop a variety of applications including...

Systems Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client is looking for a Systems Engineer. This role will expose you to a diverse working environment with endless opportunities to grow as an individual and to work for an organization that promotes equality. This is a permanent role based in Durban, Kwa-Zulu...

Production Project Manager (JHB) – Gauteng

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic & family-owned Agricultural business seeks a solutions-driven Production Project Manager with strong leadership and financial acumen to ensure the successful execution of budgets and projects. You will manage and deliver capital expenditure...

System Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client in the banking industry is looking for two Systems Analysts they have to monitor, maintain, and upgrade applicable technology systems, which includes quality assurance, problem solving, researching user issues, performing upgrades and maintenance, and...

Data Scientist (Level 3) – Gauteng Johannesburg

QUALIFICATION Complete Accredited Professional Exams (Qualified Actuary) OR In the process of completing Accredited Professional ExamsEXPERIENCE Risk and GovernanceData environment (3 - 5 years)Junior specialist level (1 - 2 years)Credit, Pricing, Marketing, CVM,...

Delphi Developer

Prior experience with software lifecycle and integrated development environment (IDE) is essential. Your responsibilities require you to be proficient in Java, database connectivity, shell scripting, development of web applications, and studio troubleshooting. You...

Solutions Architect (Software)

SUMMARY:The Solutions Architect creates the overall technical vision for a specific solution to a business problem. They design, describe, and manage the solution. The successful candidate will form part of the Contract Logistics Integration team and will be...

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