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...

CFOS play an outsize role as AI scales enterprise-wide

As AI becomes more integrated into enterprise operations and decision-making, chief financial officers (CFOs) are taking on a larger role in shaping enterprise priorities around AI, helping turn strategy into execution, and determining how investments and capital...

In Scotland, NASA scientists search for clues about Mars’ past

This summer, NASA scientists headed to the Scottish Highlands to follow up on last year’s announcement of potential biosignatures on Mars and prepare for future research. The rocks and cliffs of Scotland’s Stoer formation offer a combination difficult to find on...

Patience and persistence key to job search success

New analysis shows that, on average, it takes around 15 months from the start of an active job search to beginning a new job role. In 2023, the average reached 17 months, while in 2025 it shortened to 14 months, according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for...

AI, automation will give CIOs agility, insights

A recent IDC FutureScape report finds that, by 2028, 80% of CIOs will leverage organisational changes to harness AI, automation, and analytics, driving agile, insight-driven digital businesses. This prediction highlights the role of CIOs as key players in shaping the...

More than half of companies use AI, IoT in business processes

A recent Kaspersky study has revealed that more than 50% of companies surveyed have implemented artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) in their businesses' infrastructures. Additionally, 33% are planning to adopt these interconnected technologies...

LGBT+ workplace discrimination still high

Despite a year of intense global focus on social justice issues, nearly half of lesbian, gay and bisexual Americans recently surveyed by the IBMInstitute for Business Value (IBV) stated they believed that their employer discriminates against people of their sexual...

El Salvador won’t be alone in adopting bitcoin

On Wednesday, El Salvador became the first country to adopt bitcoin as official legal tender - but it won't be the last. This is the word from Nigel Green, chief executive and founder of deVere Group, speaking as the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador on early...

European IoT spend set to hit $200bn

Spending on the Internet of Things (IoT) will reach $202-billion in 2021 in Europe and will continue to experience double-digit growth through 2025, according to International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual Internet of Things Spending Guide. Despite the...

IT failure affects WesBank services

WesBank has confirmed that it is experiencing technical issues that are affecting the availability of some of its services. According to a statement from Ghana Msibi, CEO of WesBank Motor, the issues are as a result of hardware failures. "Our IT teams are giving this...

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...

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OTEL relocates VoIP station

OTEL Telecoms has announced the relocation of its VoIP transit service, dubbed Victoria Station, from 158 Jan Smuts Avenue to TERACO in Isando. The service, used by providers as primary or failover VoIP termination, has been operating from the Rosebank-based data...

iROKOtv launches app for Nokia Lumia

iROKOtv, the world’s largest online distributor of Nigerian movies, has announced the launch of a brand new mobile app for the platform, in an exclusive partnership with global phone manufacturer, Nokia. The app has been designed to give Nollywood fans and iROKOtv...

Esquire launches new Geeko tablets

Digital and lifestyle distributor, Esquire Technologies – the 2012 African distributor of the Year - has announced that it is to launch the Geeko Junior and Geeko Premium tablets.  This is according to Asgar Mahomed, MD of Esquire Technologies, who says the Geeko...

ILM implementation empowers utilities

It boasts the distinction of being the largest producer of electricity in Africa and ranks among the top seven utilities in the world in terms of generation capacity, providing power to more than 4,3-million customers. But what exactly goes into powering a major...

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...

Cobol Developer at QES

Now HIRING : Mainframe Resources We are currently sourcing for a few Mainframe Analyst developers for independent contract opportunities on some initiatives at our client within the financial services domain 12 month contractCape Town basedHybrid work model (Minimum 3...

Network Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a highly successful international software development house specialising in telecommunications and payment gateways. With two decades of proven success and remarkable growth, they offer an exceptional training and mentorship program....

ORACLE DEVELOPER

Joining our client's talent team as ORACLE DEVELOPER means immersing yourself in an environment surrounded by unique skills, diverse minds, and adaptability. Take this moment to envision your potential within a team where experts collaborate to spark meaningful...

Software Engineer (MATLAB/Simulink) (CPT & Centurion)

ENVIRONMENT:THE exceptional coding skills of a Software Engineer who is able to thrive under pressure, is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Engineering Solutions in Centurion/ Durbanville for automotive controls. You should possess a BEng. Degree in...

Business Analyst (Investment) – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Business Analyst (Investment) to join them on an independent contract basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Gather and coordinate Business and technical requirements, projects and tasksAssist...

Cobol Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville

Now HIRING : Mainframe Resources We are currently sourcing for a few Mainframe Analyst developers for independent contract opportunities on some initiatives at our client within the financial services domain 12 month contractCape Town basedHybrid work model (Minimum 3...

ORACLE DEVELOPER – Gauteng Primrose

Joining our client's talent team as ORACLE DEVELOPER means immersing yourself in an environment surrounded by unique skills, diverse minds, and adaptability. Take this moment to envision your potential within a team where experts collaborate to spark meaningful...

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