Strategic priorities for CEOs amid global, local turbulence

There is an urgent need for adaptive leadership and proactive strategies in response to emerging market trends across talent, technology, and geopolitics. This is according to the latest report from management consultants Oliver Wyman titled “CEO Agenda 2025”, based...

ESA tracks rare interstellar comet 

Astronomers have confirmed the discovery of a rare celestial visitor: a comet from beyond our Solar System. Officially named 3I/ATLAS, the newly-identified interstellar object is only the third of its kind ever observed, following the famous 1I/ʻOumuamua in 2017 and...

SA businesses are ready to reap AI benefits

A new survey reveals that 77% of South African business decision-makers are ready to adopt AI tools immediately – and more than half are already experiencing measurable outcomes. These findings point to a tech-savvy market that is not just exploring AI, but actively...

Do ‘clingy’ planets trigger their own doom?

Astronomers using the European Space Agency’s Cheops mission have caught an exoplanet that seems to be triggering flares of radiation from the star it orbits. These tremendous explosions are blasting away the planet’s wispy atmosphere, causing it to shrink every year....

5G, AI to push IoT market past $1,8bn

The global Internet of Things (IoT) market is poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13,5% from $959,6-illion in 2023 to $1,8-trillion in revenue in 2028. This growth is driven by the rise of enterprise applications, enhanced by new technologies...

Banks double down on risk technology transformation

Having navigated the coronavirus pandemic’s disruption, the banking industry faces a new era of volatility and uncertainty. Soaring interest rate and liquidity risks have toppled eight banks since 2023. Credit risk looms large amidst geopolitical tensions and the...

Fintech transforms African financial services

Fintech companies in Africa have nearly tripled in number since 2020, improving access to finance for people and businesses across the continent, according to a new EIB report. The report, Finance in Africa 2024, highlights improvements in the African financial sector...

African business leaders upbeat on technology’s impact

More than 300 African business and technology leaders gathered yesterday at the local edition of the SAP Now series of global events to discuss opportunities for the greater adoption of technology to power growth and innovation on the continent. Speaking at the event,...

Nutanix focuses on emerging markets

Kathy Gibson reports - Nutanix is pursuing a growth strategy - with a specific focus on emerging markets, particularly in Africa. “We are investing in Africa as we see the potential and need to acquire market share,” says Shaista Ahmed, channel sales director for...

Dell adds AI experiences to the modern workspace

Dell Technologies is bringing a comprehensive portfolio of AI PCs and workstations to the modern workplace. “From running complex AI workloads on workstations to using day-to-day AI-powered applications on laptops, the AI PC will be an important investment that pays...

ISPA looks to boost fibre Internet service levels

South Africa’s fibre Internet consumers will experience smoother line transfers if service providers adopt recommendations in the latest version of ISPA’s “Fibre Network Operator (FNO) and Internet Service Provider (ISP) Best Practice Recommendations” document....

MSPs struggle to protect SMB customers

Sixty five percent of managed service providers (MSPs) are juggling between four to nine different cybersecurity point solutions to protect their SMB customers - and a further 12% use 10 or more – according to new research from cybersecurity specialists, Guardz. And...

AI empowers the journey from idea to innovation

Kathy Gibson reports – Artificial intelligence (AI) is the term on everyone’s lips – but what does it really mean for businesses? “We believe it is to enhance business,” says Mohammed Amin, senior vice-president: sales for CEEMETA at Dell Technologies, addressing Dell...

Bitcoin hits all-time high on Trump victory

Following the election of Donald Trump as the US’s 47th president, Bitcoin yesterday hit an all-time high above $75 000 - finally breaking through the long-standing peak of $73 700. The cryptocurrency was trading on Luno at R1,323,115 at 12h48 yesterday afternoon. The...

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Vertiv reports strong Q2 results

Vertiv Holdings has reported second quarter net sales of $1,734billion, an increase of $335-million, or 24%, compared with last year's second quarter and a 25% organic net sales increase, which excludes the impact of foreign currency. Foreign currency negatively...

Fibre trenching: short-term pain for long term gain for South Africa

In a digital era where activities such as remote working, eCommerce and online education have come to the fore, connectivity has become just as important as other utilities such as electricity - and fibre is crucial in ensuring that people can have access to the...

Banks that ignore humans in digital transformation certain to fail

For hundreds of years banks have put financial excellence at the heart of their operations. But as traditional banks rush to compete with the nimbler fintechs and digital-only challenger banks, too many leaders are neglecting the human element of their digital...

Upskilling, training need strategy, not a tick box approach

There is a serious skills gap in South Africa regarding IT talent, which is only growing as technology evolves. A lack of skilled resources can be a significant obstacle in achieving organisational objectives, and without sufficient IT skills, South Africa will fall...

When it comes to AI, bigger is not better

AI is seemingly everywhere and becoming more pervasive. It didn't start with ChatGPT, but its arrival on the scene in November last year has ratcheted up the stakes. By Jan Wildeboer, EMEA open source evangelist at Red Hat In the technology world, we haven't seen...

Rising cyberthreats drive AI, cloud security adoption

With the cybersecurity landscape continually evolving, it is more important than ever for local businesses to keep pace with the changes. Dylan Cairns, marketing manager: partner acquisition in the UK and EMEA at Redstor The increasing prevalence of threats like...

ESG makes business sense for African fintechs

If you're reading this, there's a very good chance you're already familiar with the acronym ESG. By Funmi Dele-Giwa, general counsel and head of GRC at MFS Africa Standing for "environmental", "social", and "governance", it's a constantly evolving standard that...

The modern business traveller’s hotel wishlist

Business hotels have traditionally been viewed as a pit stop - a place to rest, refresh and refuel. However, the expectations of business travellers have seen a significant shift. Now, they look for an experience that's equal to, if not better than, their own home....

Why the cloud is a load shedding solution

In 2022, South Africans experienced 205 days of load shedding, with a CSIR report stating that businesses and individuals had no electricity for 43% of the hours in the year. January 2023 saw predictions of the same amount of load shedding this year, but the reality...

Leverage SASE and AI for enhanced network security

In today's dynamic operating environment, businesses need to adapt to the evolving demands of remote work, distributed teams, and cloud-based services. By Morne Vermeulen and Wesley van Rayne at Redvine Networks Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) offers a more secure...

Junior Full Stack Developer

Are you a passionate Junior Full Stack Developer looking to kickstart your career? We are searching for a motivated individual to join our client's dynamic team in Claremont.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain web applications, working on both front-end and...

PHP Developer

Our client is looking for an experienced PHP Developer with at least 5 years of experience for a hybrid role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]PHPMySQLLaravelLivewireOOP PracticesMVC CRUD DesignShould you meet the...

BI Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Empowering decisions with data-driven intelligence.Our client is looking for a skilled BI Developer to design, develop, and optimize business intelligence solutions that drive data-driven decision-making. As a BI Developer, you will be collaborating with other...

Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Richards Bay

Our client based in Richards Bay is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. As a Project Manager, you will lead and manage projects across multiple sites, including Richards Bay and Mozambique. This role demands strategic oversight, leadership, and...

Junior Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you a passionate Junior Full Stack Developer looking to kickstart your career? We are searching for a motivated individual to join our client's dynamic team in Claremont.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain web applications, working on both front-end and...

PHP Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for an experienced PHP Developer with at least 5 years of experience for a hybrid role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]PHPMySQLLaravelLivewireOOP PracticesMVC CRUD DesignShould you meet the...

Senior Network Engineer

Elevate Connectivity, Drive Innovation.Are you ready to architect and optimize cutting-edge networks? Our client is looking for a Senior Network Engineer. You'll be at the forefront of designing, implementing, and securing high-performance network solutions. With...

Senior Developer – Hybrid

The ideal Developer should have experience in various system admin and developer operational tasks. This role will revolve around these five pillars: coding, large-scale data management, dev-ops, full-stack support, and reporting. Requirements Matric (NQF 4).BSc...

IT Network & Security Engineer at Ntice Search

Our client is committed to providing cutting-edge solutions and maintaining a secure environment for their employees, clients, and partners. As part of their ongoing investment in cybersecurity, they are looking for a dedicated and skilled IT Security Specialist to...

Android Developer

Our client is seeking an experienced Android Developer for a hybrid role based in Johannesburg. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Android SDKSAndroid StudioKotlinJavaRESTJSONUI/UXShould you meet the requirements for this position, please...

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