Study shows extent of savings with smart geysers
A Sensor Networks study reveals that large households of up to four people or more can save up to R500 on their monthly electricity bill by using smart geyser technology. The company, which has installed more than 12 000 smart geysers across South Africa, confirms...
Quantum computing and AI: Synergy or rivalry?
Quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are two technologies touted to revolutionise modern computing. In 2022, AI emerged from deep tech to a household name through the release of ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs). Meanwhile, quantum computers...
Scientists find ties between Earth’s oxygen and magnetic field
For 540-million years, the ebb and flow in the strength of Earth's magnetic field has correlated with fluctuations in atmospheric oxygen, according to a newly released analysis by NASA scientists. The research suggests that processes deep inside the Earth might...
The future of analytics in the AI era
Seventy-five percent of new analytics content will be contextualised for intelligent applications through generative AI (GenAI) by 2027, enabling composable connection between insights and actions, says Gartner. Addressing delegates at the Gartner Data & Analytics...
Companies looking for investment opportunities in AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) discussions continue to generate a buzz across industries, companies are increasingly exploring investments to harness its transformative potential. And one of the more prominent areas of discussion involves investment opportunities...
Ethernet switch market soars on datacentre boom
The worldwide Ethernet switch market recorded $11,7-billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) - a 32,3% YoY increase - fueled by strong growth in the datacentre portion of the market as hyperscalers and cloud service providers build out infrastructure...
Enterprise WLAN market continues to reset
The enterprise worldwide wireless local area network (WLAN) market grew 10,6% in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25) compared to 1Q24 to reach $2,3-billion as the market’s growth momentum continued from the previous quarter, according to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly WLAN...
Biggest-ever data breach exposed
What’s believed to be the single biggest data breach ever – a massive 16-billion records - has been exposed. Investigators at Cybernews, which uncovered the breach, believe the records are scattered across 30 different databases, and some records are or might be...
How to stay on top of data and analytics trends
Going forward, half of business decisions will be augmented or automated by AI agents; executive AI literacy will drive higher financial performance; and critical failures in managing synthetic data will risk AI governance, model accuracy and compliance. These are...
Astronomers find ‘missing’ matter
Astronomers have discovered a huge filament of hot gas bridging four galaxy clusters. At 10-times as massive as our galaxy, the thread could contain some of the Universe’s ‘missing’ matter, addressing a decades-long mystery. The astronomers used the European Space...
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Cross-border payments in Africa soar
The pivotal role of digital accessibility for goods and services has become abundantly clear over the past few years. The global economy, now more than ever, relies on the seamless flow of transactions across borders, writes Arthi Narayanan, lead payments consultant...
Is your business safe from electrical hazards?
Every year, R7-billion is paid out by the Compensation Fund and Rand Mutual Assurance to address occupational injuries and diseases in South Africa. This statistic highlights the pressing need for improved health and safety practices in workplaces across the country....
From big data to better data
Organisations have traditionally valued volume, velocity and variety as the classic drivers of 'big data'. However, as we start to explore the promise of increased efficiency and creativity from generative AI, we must also address the remaining two 'Vs' - the value...
Transition to QCTO creates uncertainty
A pivotal shift for South Africa's skills development sector, the recent announcement of a three-year extension to the S12H tax incentive, has sparked both relief and renewed uncertainty for companies. While welcomed, it has brought some pressing questions to the fore...
Talent-on-demand a strategic advantage against skills shortages
In today's business landscape no leader is untouched by the challenges of skills shortages or economic, political, or global market uncertainties. In this shifting world of work, talent-on-demand can provide both flexibility and stability, precisely when it's needed. ...
Are criminal record, credit history open to employer scrutiny?
During the recruitment process, it is common practice for many employers to ask prospective employees questions about their criminal and credit records. The purpose, in general, is to ascertain the candidate's suitability for the position. At first glance, this...
Collaboration 2.0: navigating the future of best practice collaboration
In the tech industry, the essence of organisational success has shifted. Data was once hailed as the "oil of the organisation," however, now the emphasis has shifted to collaboration, writes Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD: technology services group at In2IT...
Nedbank wins Forrester 2024 Customer-Obsessed Enterprise Award
Nedbank Retail and Business Banking has won Forrester's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) 2024 Customer-Obsessed Enterprise Award. The award recognises organisations that are putting customers at the center of their business strategy to accelerate growth. Nedbank...
Fundza secures funding to boost multilingualism
In celebration of Africa Day last Saturday (25 May 2024), the Fundza Literacy Trust proudly has announced its commitment to enhancing access to reading and writing resources in South Africa by providing content in multiple indigenous languages. This effort underscores...
Tech advances can help drive sustainable construction
Globally, the building and construction industry has been putting more emphasis on using energy-efficient technologies and equipment to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption in buildings. Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild This has resulted in the integration of...
Solutions Architect (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client, headquartered in the USA, offers a great work opportunity. Embrace work-from-home flexibility and long-term prospects, including overseas opportunities. Benefit from learning from the best in the field at a company with amazing perks and...
Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...
Digital Implementation Specialist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
Data Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
ServiceNow Technical Architect (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:A forward-thinking Investment Management Firm seeks a highly skilled ServiceNow Technical Architect to take the lead on the implementation and optimisation of ServiceNow modules, including ITSM Pro, ITOM (Discovery), HRSD, APM, and SPM. You will guide...
Technical Business Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Junior PHP Developer
One of our clients is looking for a Junior PHP Developer. Key Requirements The position supports a customer focused team in their daily delivery of motivational reward, recognition and Incentive based on-line reward programmes.Current experience with PHP 5.3, PHP 5.4...
ServiceNow Technical Architect (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A forward-thinking Investment Management Firm seeks a highly skilled ServiceNow Technical Architect to take the lead on the implementation and optimisation of ServiceNow modules, including ITSM Pro, ITOM (Discovery), HRSD, APM, and SPM. You will guide...
Technical Business Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
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