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...
Intel Core Ultra extends AI PCs to the enterprise
Intel has extended the AI PC to commercial customers with the new Intel vPro platform. The enhanced features of Intel Core Ultra processors with available built-in Intel Arc GPUs, and Intel Core 14th Gen processors will usher in new PC experiences for enterprises,...
ISPA celebrates a quarter century
The Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) this month celebrates 25 years of being a force for positive change in South Africa's ICT sector. ISPA has spent a quarter century shaping and influencing ICT policy for the better; investing in people and...
Global IoT market tipped to pass $1trn by 2024
The global internet of things (IoT) market by revenue will be worth $1,1-trillion by 2024, with much of the growth coming from wearables, says GlobalData. GlobalData's latest report, "Thematic Research: Internet of Things", explains how a Covid-19 driven new digital...
Tourists numbers down, but confidence is rising
International tourist arrivals were down 83% in the first quarter of 2021 as widespread travel restrictions remained in place. However, the UNWTO Confidence Index shows signs of a slow uptick in confidence. Between January and March 2021 destinations around the world...
Are NFTs part of this decade’s investment megatrend?
NFTs - or non-fungible tokens - will become an integral part of the "tech investment megatrend" of the next decade. This is the word from Nigel Green, deVere Group chief executive and founder, despite a drop of about 80% in recent days in the NFT market from a peak of...
Demand for data privacy management stays strong
The data privacy management software market saw soaring growth in 2020 with worldwide revenues up 46,1% year over year. International Data Corporation (IDC) expects this growth to continue over the next several years, driven by the further expansion of data privacy...
New study uncovers the origin of African jackals
New research published in the Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society has found the origin of some of the most emblematic groups of African carnivorous mammals: jackals. The international group of researchers describe a new species of canid (current family that...
Cybercrimes Bill signed into law
The Cybercrimes Bill has been signed by the president. This bill will now be known as the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020 (the Cybercrimes Act). By Peter Grealy, Nozipho Mngomezulu, Karl Blom and Wendy Tembedza from Webber Wentzel This development is a welcome move in the...
IITPSA welcomes SARS’ move to AI, urges caution
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has welcomed the plans by the South African Revenue Service to use big data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve revenue collection and locate tax evaders. IITPSA board member...
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Lenovo boosts MEA channel commitment
Lenovo, the world’s second largest PC company, has announced the launch of the Lenovo Partner Network Programme, designed to up-skill channel partners and strengthen relations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The introduction of the programme locally reflects...
The business case for data governance
Data governance may be the most talked about yet elusive prize in the data management space. It is highly coveted by people who work with data because practitioners know the mission-critical role governance plays in achieving desired data outcomes. At the same time,...
Samsung releases Smart TV SDK 4.0
Samsung Electronics has released the Smart TV SDK (software development kit) 4.0 at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas recently. The Smart TV SDK will allow Smart TV software development on Linux and Mac, in addition to Windows OS. Up...
SMS trends for 2013
2013 will be a pivotal year for the South African SMS industry as the issue of interconnect fees is resolved, and mobile networks charge each other for terminating application-to-person (A2P) SMS messages, doing away with the vagaries of the gentlemen’s agreement...
HP unveils new offerings
HP recently unveiled its new offerings, including the world’s first display with integrated Beats Audio, the HP ENVY 27-inch IPS Monitor and HP’s most affordable touch notebook PC ever - the HP Pavilion TouchSmart Sleekbook. The HP Envy 27-inch IPS monitor with Beats...
AOC appoints Libyan distributor
AOC, part of Taiwan based TPV Technology, and the largest display manufacturer in the world has announced the appointment of Estishari for Computer Services as the authorised distributors for its wide range of AOC LCD/LED monitors in Libya. Estishari for Computer...
TPN develops LeasePack
When it comes to the necessary documentation for lease agreements, the South African property sector is a heavily regulated industry. Every year there is an increasing amount of legislation which companies are required to comply with, which becomes extremely...
Samsung adds to Series 7 line
Samsung Electronics, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, has announced two additions to its high performance Series 7 PC lineup: the enhanced Series 7 Chronos, which delivers professional performance in a thin and light form factor,...
Storing memories in the cloud
Storing and accessing precious photos has taken a new and almost surreal turn. Enthusiasts and consumers alike are not able to access their images anywhere, anytime in an increasingly "connected" world, says Heinrich Pretorius, Canon product specialist at DCC. This...
The world needs African solutions
African software has had some qualified global successes, but more often than not these home-grown innovations don’t "take" well in other territories, says Wesley Lynch, CEO of RealmDigital. To overcome this, users need to think broadly. While African solutions are...
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...
Full Stack Developer
Our client is looking for a developer who is keen on both backend and frontend development, who is excited to learn new things, who can pay attention to problems around security, scalability and efficiency that are synonymous with backend development, but also enjoys...
Business Analyst
One of our favorite companies based in Cape Town is on the look-out for a Business Analyst! The Business Analyst will be responsible for analyzing business requirements and processes, developing, and implementing business analysis strategies, and communicating with...
Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 2522
The team has a DevOps setup and the Devs are required to attend to operational incidents when required as well as be on occasional standby as we service international clients.Primary responsibility is DevOps, with a strong focus on infrastructure, monitoring,...
Delphi Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
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) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
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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