Competitors ‘would be wise to mimic Gemini for Google Workspace’
"Gemini for Google Workspace" is fueled by Gemini Google's most capable set of large language models (LLMs) it has ever built, setting a lead for others to follow, according to new research from GlobalData. "Gemini for Google Workspace represents a significant upgrade...
Mobile phones still dominate digital devices
For years PCs, laptops, and tablets have been losing the race with mobile phones as the number one device among all generations and their ownership rate and usage continued falling in 2023. However, most other digital devices have also seen a significant ownership...
Digitalisation helps manage new retail challenges
Changes in demand, emerging consumption occasions, and changing shopping methods have been identified by GlobalData as three key aspects to which consumer companies and food service outlets have had to adapt due to Covid-19. The company's latest report, "Future of...
SA, Nigeria, Kenya are Africa’s top e-commerce markets
A recent Visa report has shown that the top market contributors to e-commerce in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) over the last three years were South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya. Ghana has also shown growth, having replaced Kenya in the top three contributors in 2020. SSA may...
AI can help government improve service delivery
The adoption of artificial intelligence in all spheres of life is an unfolding and accelerating megatrend that is greatly changing how we live, work, and socially interact. A new study by University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) graduate of the MPhil in...
Data centre switch sales surged in Q1
Global data centre switch market revenue was up 14% year-over-year in 1Q21, the strongest growth rate recorded since 1Q18. According to a recent report by Dell'Oro Group, growth was healthy across all major customer segments (Cloud Service Providers, Telco Service...
Windows users urged to update software
Check Point Research (CPR) is urging Windows users to update their software, after discovering four security vulnerabilities that affect products in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Office online. Rooted from legacy code, the vulnerabilities could have...
Security challenges drove improved IT skills
The vast majority of IT teams in South Africa that faced a rise in cyberattacks (86%) and a heavier security workload (90%) over the course of 2020 strengthened their security skills and knowledge. Despite the challenges created by the pandemic, 52% of the IT teams...
What kids were looking for in 2020-2021
A new Kaspersky Safe Kids study has revealed what children were interested in during 2020 and 2021. Over the past year, their interest has grown in the categories of 'software, audio and video' and 'e-commerce', while 'Internet communication media' and 'computer...
Covid lockdowns will influence economic growth
Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) reported on 8 June that the South African economy expanded by 1,1% quarter-on-quarter (q-o-q) and by 4,6% q-o-q on a seasonalised adjusted an annualised rate (saar). Lullu Krugel, chief economist for PwC Strategy& Africa, and Dr...
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IT asset management improves audit success
Effective IT asset management can help all tiers of government departments to have a clear view of their IT assets. This can help a department to have no unexplained variance between the lists of IT assets purchased against the actual assets that can be accounted for...
McAfee announces portfolio expansion
McAfee has announced its strategy for building upon Security Connected, the framework in which security products and services work together to safeguard businesses with better protection from new types of attacks. McAfee will expand its current broad portfolio...
Oracle’s SPARC T4 servers boom
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Security predictions for 2013
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RSA unveils Security Analytics solution
RSA, the security division of EMC Corporation, has announced the release of RSA Security Analytics - a transformational security monitoring and investigative solution designed to help organisations defend their digital assets against today’s most sophisticated...
Fujitsu to build on POS solution
Fujitsu has released information about the development of its next-generation integrated point of service solution, which will for the first time enable retailers to introduce in-store access to a multi-channel customer experience including online, mobile and...
Vodacom Tanzania prepares for 4G
Vodacom Tanzania recently conducted a 4G (LTE - long term evolution) trial in Dar Es Salaam using Nokia Siemens Networks’ Single RAN (radio access network) and Liquid Core technology. In addition, the trial used Nokia Siemens Networks’ Circuit Switched FallBack (CSFB)...
Preventing data breaches
Unauthorised access to information is one of the most prevalent cybercrimes in South Africa. Data has become the lifeblood of business – from financial information to the details of a company’s customers, data is the basis of every business transaction today. Unlawful...
Keeping it simple with video
Video has long been touted as the new voice. There is no doubt that it is a high growth market, but will the simplicity of other modes of communication such as voice and instant messaging prevent its true potential from ever being fully realised? If video is ever to...
FNB app available for BB10
FNB has announced that a BlackBerry 10 version of the FNB Banking App has been developed and is available for the new BlackBerry 10 operating system. The FNB app is currently in the BlackBerry store and is available as a free download. Since the app’s commercial...
Analyst Developer (Actuarial Values) – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Analyst Developer (Actuarial Values) to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Build features and applications that exceed the business specifications and...
Specialist Solution Architect – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Solution Architect to join our financial services client based in JHB North for a 6-months contract role.What you will be...
Medical Project Manager (Drug Development & Regulatory Processes) – Gauteng Parktown
Main purpose of the job:Project manage and support the drug development and regulatory processes workstream of the market shaping outputLocation:Parktown – JohannesburgKey performance areas:Project manage and support the drug development and regulatory processes...
Scrum Master at Accenture
Accenture Song is one of the most innovative and fastest growing [Email Address Removed]ining the feel of a start-up and the advantages of being a global player, Accenture Song truly has a diverse and multi-talented team. We are now strengthening our highly skilled...
Commercial Analyst
As a Commercial Analyst, you will be at the heart of our client's Operations, Sales, and Finance teams, ensuring a seamless flow of financial processes. Your primary mission is to collaborate closely with various departments, guaranteeing accurate invoicing,...
Azure BI Developer
We are looking for an Azure BI Developer who is passionate about technology and is client-centric. As part of our talented consulting team, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic and supportive environment.This is a Hybrid role - Western...
Software Developer
Our client based in Isando; Johannesburg is seeking a Software Developer to join their team. Purpose of the Role: The role is one which requires intermediate to advanced skills and understanding of software development and coding preferably with experience in Mendix...
Analyst Developer (Collections Applications (SSO KAS DEB CRA))
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Analyst Developer (Collections Applications (SSO, KAS, DEB, CRA)) to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Build features and applications that exceed the...
Power BI Specialist (Senior)
Our client requires the services of a Senior Power BI Specialist for a 12 month contract. Fully Remote role. Essential Functions:As a Power BI Specialist, you will play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable insights for stakeholders. Your expertise...
Scrum Master at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand
Accenture Song is one of the most innovative and fastest growing [Email Address Removed]ining the feel of a start-up and the advantages of being a global player, Accenture Song truly has a diverse and multi-talented team. We are now strengthening our highly skilled...
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