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...

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...

Alternative data market set for 50% CAGR

The global alternative data market size is anticipated to reach $135,72-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 50,6% from 2024 to 2030. The increasing emphasis on gaining alpha from hedge funds...

Teraco secures grid capacity allocation for utility-scale solar

Teraco has secured its first grid capacity allocation from Eskom and will start construction of a 120MW utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) energy facility in the Free State. The grid capacity allocation from Eskom enables Teraco to connect its planned 120MW solar...

AI seen as key in driving post-Covid business

Recent advances in technology are making artificial intelligence (AI) more accessible than ever - but a lack of AI skills and increasing data complexity are cited as top challenges to AI's adoption. This is among the findings from new research from IBM, which found...

Security, risk management spend to top $150bn

Worldwide spending on information security and risk management technology and services is forecast to grow 12,4% to reach $150,4-billion in 2021, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. Security and risk management spending grew 6,4% in 2020. Gartner analysts...

Gaming still lacks in diversity

The gaming market lags behind in diverse representation, both in the player base and in the games themselves, with women, people of colour, the LGBTQIA+ community and those with disabilities often overlooked. This is among the findings in a report from Intel and...

Cost containment pays off for Altron

JSE-listed technology company Altron has announced that invoiced income gain 4% to R7.7 billion, while cash from operations grew 31% to R2,2-billion for the financial year to end February. Shareholder value was unlocked by 152% from a share price of R20.19 to a share...

Fake financial apps fleece users

IT security company Sophos has identified a stash of 167 counterfeit Android and iOS apps that attackers are using to steal money from people who believe they have installed a financial trading, banking or cryptocurrency app from a well-known and trusted organisation....

Secure your digital identity this World Telecom Day

Today (17 May 2021) marks World Telecommunication and Information Society Day which has been celebrated annually since 1969. Originally intended to herald the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in 2021 the Covid-19 crisis highlights the role...

New data sheds (Sun) light on climate models

Have you ever worn a dark T-shirt on a sunny day and felt the fabric warm in the Sun's rays? Most of us know dark colors absorb sunlight and light colors reflect it - but did you know this doesn't work the same way in the Sun's non-visible wavelengths? The Sun is...

Intel, QuTech break through quantum bottleneck

Intel and QuTech - a collaboration between Delft University of Technology and the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research - have published key findings in quantum research to address the "interconnect bottleneck" that exists between quantum chips that...

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Application I Platform Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

This position is based in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, it is a 12-month contract position. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing 1s1 and 2nd Line Open Text support to [non-key role] users.Providing Open Text Application and Platform support to end usersQUALIFICATIONS AND...

Junior IT Technician – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Requirements:Relevant IT Qualification advantageous.1yr or more Support experienceMicrosoft OS Experience essentialOffice 365 experience advantageousSQL experience advantageousValid driver's licenseOwn reliable transport essentialKey Performance Indicators:Provide 1st...

UX/UI Designer

UX/UI Designer Our client is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to join their team in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha.Responsibilities:Conduct user research and analyse user feedback to inform design decisions and approaches.Design and iterate wireframes, prototypes, and...

Oracle Developer at Discovery

Design and implement robust, scalable, and optimally performing systems using Oracle-related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines. RESPONSIBILITIES:...

SQL Database Administrator

We are seeking a talented SQL Database Administrator with intermediate-level experience to join our dynamic team. The SQL DBA will play a pivotal role in maintaining, optimizing, and securing SQL database environments for our esteemed financial services clients....

UX/UI Designer – Eastern Cape Gqebera

UX/UI Designer Our client is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to join their team in Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha.Responsibilities:Conduct user research and analyse user feedback to inform design decisions and approaches.Design and iterate wireframes, prototypes, and...

Oracle Developer at Discovery – Gauteng Sandown

Design and implement robust, scalable, and optimally performing systems using Oracle-related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines. RESPONSIBILITIES:...

SQL Database Administrator – Gauteng Sandton

We are seeking a talented SQL Database Administrator with intermediate-level experience to join our dynamic team. The SQL DBA will play a pivotal role in maintaining, optimizing, and securing SQL database environments for our esteemed financial services clients....

Remote Support Technician

Our awesome client is looking to appoint an experienced Remote Support Technician to handle inbound calls, queries etc and provide 1st line technical support to external clients. Seeking highly customer centric person with at least 2 years hardware, software and...

ERP Consultant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:will be responsible for the successful implementation and maintenance of ERP sites, together with related 3rd party products. Perform project implementation, installations, and upgrades.Conduct user...

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