PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...

Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

What SA needs to do to ensure universal, meaningful connectivity

Kathy Gibson reports – Digital investment is not an end in itself: it is the foundation for a more inclusive, more resilient South Africa. This is the word from Boitumelo Mosako, CEO of Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA), introducing a Digital Infrastructure...

Online scams evolving faster than ever

NordVPN’s Threat Intelligence research unit - in collaboration with TechRadar - has revealed three major, interconnected global cybercrime operations exploiting user trust in digital platforms, outdated technology, and cryptocurrency markets. “Online scams are...

AI uptake and digital wellbeing differs by geography

Generative AI is (GenAI) is moving rapidly from novelty to habit. But adoption rates may not tell the full story. Cisco partnered with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on the Digital Well-being Hub to study the relationship between...

Alliance for Inclusive AI aims to build AI that serves billions

BFA Global, Caribou and MSC - organisations whose work spans more than 150 countries -  have launched the Alliance for Inclusive AI, an open coalition committed to ensuring that the next wave of artificial intelligence (AI) expands opportunity. By 2030, the Alliance...

Critical industry attackers are changing their tactics

Today, Sophos While manufacturers in critical industries are improving their defenses against ransomware, adversaries are shifting their tactics to maintain pressure. This is according to Sophos’s latest State of Ransomware in Manufacturing and Production (PDF)...

Old passwords increase security threat

Kaspersky’s latest research reveals that the majority of compromised passwords not only violate password-safety guidelines but also remain unchanged for extended periods, which drastically reduces their security. Although passwords still remain one of the major...

Guard against voice cloning this holiday season

It’s the run-up to the year-end holiday season when criminals ramp up their efforts to fleece us and ISPA is warning of the growing problem of voice cloning. South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB) says that, with a 356% rise in...

Micro tech signals the future for heart health

A tiny leadless pacemaker, a fraction of the size of a AAA battery, has been successfully implanted in the chamber of a patient’s heart in a minimally invasive procedure at Netcare Unitas Hospital. Cardiologist Dr Jean Vorster and electrophysiologist Dr Jane Moses...

Optix marks 25 years with global expansion

Optix, the South African company that provides driver safety management and fleet efficiency solutions, is celebrating 25 years as it undertakes significant international growth. This year, the company has made global senior hires and increased investment in...

PachiPanda young innovators to compete on Africa-wide stage

Three young South Africans - Wendile Mpofu, Gift Mabena and Bafokeng Mofokeng - have been selected as the country’s leading eco-innovators in the 2025 PachiPanda Challenge, earning their place in the Africa-wide finals. Their solutions address urgent challenges around...

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Weelee Mega Store gets Pricer Electronic Label solution

Weelee’s flagship Mega Store in Centurion, has become the NEC XON Retail Business Unit’s first implementation of the Pricer Electronic Label solution in South Africa’s pre-owned vehicle market. Weelee, a fast-growing player in the pre-owned vehicle industry, sought to...

Kaspersky Threat Intelligence Portal offers threat landscape overview

To provide businesses with an all-encompassing view of the threats targeting their organisations, Kaspersky added new Threat Landscape section to its Threat Intelligence Portal. Now customers can access the most comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding...

The peaks and pitfalls of performance management systems

Performance management is crucial to anyone who wants their business and its employees to thrive. Unfortunately, it is often seen as a ‘tick-box’ HR exercise that becomes dreaded. Professional performance coach Alvin Govender teaches us the value of a system that...

Better ISO standardisation could win QSEs more BEE-qualifying work

Standards improve structure, governance and assurance, while business owners can tap into useful SEDA and enterprise supplier programme funding grants, writes Muhammad Ali, MD of World Wide Industrial & Systems Engineers (WWISE) Broad-Based Black Economic...

How to navigate the perils of cyber extortion

Cyber extortion has evolved into a complex and sophisticated form of cybercrime. Unlike traditional ransomware, which is typically computer-generated, broad, and indiscriminate in approach, cyber extortionists usually target specific companies for valuable data and...

Accenture and partners launch Pongola renewable energy project

Accenture, in collaboration with the Mining Qualification Authority, Mentec Foundation, NYDA, Moses Kotane Research Institute, and Dan Piet, has launched the green off-grid social enterprise franchise. The flagship Connectivity, Electricity and Education for...

Human risk management redefines cybersecurity

In today’s digital-first world, companies remain locked in a titanic battle to protect their people, data and work. By Brian Pinnock, vice-president of sales engineering: EMEA at Mimecast According to industry reports, cybercrime is expected to grow by 15% per year to...

High cash usage drives a need for automated cash management

South African retailers face a complex operating environment, characterised by inefficient manual processes, challenges in managing cash flow, and tight margins. Automated cash management solutions offer a compelling answer to these challenges, enabling retailers to...

Solution Architect (Applications/Data) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Wanted: Architecture Rockstar – Level Up the Mining Game!Yo, Pretoria crew (and beyond) – are you the kind of wizard who turns chaotic data rivers into crystal-clear, gold-plated insights?We're hunting for a Solution Architect – Applications & Data who's ready to...

Senior Gemstone Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you a Senior Gemstone Developer who thrives on solving complex problems, building high-performance systems, and shaping enterprise-grade platforms? Our client in the financial services sector is looking for a seasoned specialist to play a critical role in the...

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Senior Software Developer

A well-established business is seeking to appoint a Senior Software Developer.Qualification:B.Sc or B.Tech (Eng) (NQF 7) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field with 13+ years relevant experience,B.Eng/B.Sc (Eng) (NQF 8) in Computer Engineering,...

Intermediate Data Engineer (LW) – Gauteng Pretoria

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AI Development Specialist (Azure)

Role Purpose Lead the design, build, and deployment of production-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Own end-to-end delivery-from data pipelines to model deployment, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance. ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement AI solutions...

Intermediate Data Engineer – Hybrid

An innovative and rapidly expanding Tech company is inviting applications from qualified Data Engineer candidatesto take up a permanent role at our Umhlanga based Company.About The Virtual AgentThe Virtual Agent (TVA) is a fast-growing PropTech company transforming...

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