Earth’s plant health mapped over the course of a year

A lot can change in a year for Earth’s forests and vegetation, as springtime and rainy seasons can bring new growth, while cooling temperatures and dry weather can bring a dieback of those green colours. And now, a novel type of NASA visualisation illustrates those...

Researchers set the stage for synthetic human genomes

A team of UK-based scientists are developing technology to create the first synthetic human chromosome. The ability to write large genomes has the potential to transform our understanding of human health, opening opportunities to develop cell therapies,...

AI deployment study uncovers surprising trends

Kathy Gibson reports - While artificial intelligence (AI) is being integrated into most types of work, there are signs it might be flagging. This is among the headline findings from BCG X’s AI at Work report, which uncovered some unexpected trends as companies start...

Mobile industry emissions are down, but pace needs to pick up

The mobile industry’s operational emissions fell by 8% between 2019 and 2023, even as mobile connections grew by 9% and data traffic quadrupled, according to the GSMA’s fifth annual Mobile Net Zero report released today. The findings show the mobile industry has...

Meme coin started as a joke is biggest winner

Meme coins may have started as jokes, but their explosive growth over the past years proves they are anything but trivial. Although still considered speculative and risky, these digital assets have surged in popularity, fueled by their devoted online communities....

SA users tread a minefield of security, privacy threats

South African users experienced more than 32-million cybersecurity threats in 2024, according to new research from NordVPN. The study finds that Internet users should be careful when clicking links that appear to have been sent by big tech companies as there’s a good...

Voting open for Channelwise Awards

It’s that time of year again, when South Africa’s IT reseller partners get to voice their opinion and vote for the vendors and distributors they most enjoy working with. Voting is now officially open for this year’s prestigious Channelwise Awards right here. “As we do...

Rolling out robotics in rural areas

Looking to a future where robotics are integral to learning in South Africa’s schools, the education nonprofit Good Work Foundation (GWF) is expanding its successful Open Learning Academy robotics and coding programme to include high school learners in Grades 8 and 9....

AI could supercharge agriculture

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already disrupting multiple industries with its decision-making capabilities and ability to interact with the physical world. But, with its ability to support precision agriculture, automate labour-intensive tasks, verify the...

GenAI: bane or boon for insurance industry?

A new study exploring the use of GenAI in insurance suggests that nine in 10 insurers plan to invest in GenAI in the next year. Despite this enthusiasm, survey data also shows that the ethical and regulatory implications of innovation continue to vex many insurers,...

All the 2024 Investment Challenge winners

It has been a winning year for several teams that clinched the title of being the 2024 top traders in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Investment Challenge. Over the year, these teams’ investment portfolios not only showcased their financial prowess and savvy,...

Last chance to enter FNB App of the Year Hackathon

On 25 October, FNB will host some of the brightest minds in app development and innovative technology solutions for entrepreneurs at this year’s FNB App of the Year 72-hour Hackathon. The FNB App of the Year Hackathon aims to connect developers, designers, tech...

Big carbon dioxide plume mapped over SA

Using data from an instrument designed by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California, the nonprofit Carbon Mapper has released the first methane and carbon dioxide detections from the Tanager-1 satellite. The detections highlight a carbon dioxide plume in...

Shocking stats on unsupervised device sharing

In the current security climate and with the complexities of a hybrid workforce, IT decision-makers still have a huge challenge when it comes to fully securing the workplace – and a new Cisco study has revealed some startling facts. Cisco research reveals that among...

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Sabinet collaborates with Afriwise

Sabinet and Afriwise have partnered to enhance the accessibility of reliable and accurate legislation to organisations with business interests in Africa. The offering improves the availability and usability of African legislation, making it easier for individuals,...

Westcon-Comstor unveils multivendor marketplace

Westcon-Comstor has laiunched its new multivendor marketplace, PartnerCentral, a digital gateway where partners can configure, quote, and order complex hybrid solutions - software, hardware, services, or a combination of all three. With PartnerCentral, Westcon-Comstor...

More private sector involvement can help end power crisis

Plans from Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, to get the private sector involved in funding new power generation capacity could be exactly what South Africa needs to bring a faster end to load shedding. Tapping into private sector funding and expertise could...

Tarsus Distribution partners with Enertec Energy

Tarsus Distribution has signed a distribution agreement with energy storage specialist Enertec Batteries for the distribution of Enertec Megatank energy solutions. The new range complements the distributor's power products portfolio and aims to address the ongoing...

Technology key for youth empowerment

Across South Africa, an important narrative is being written as the nation commemorates Youth Month, with digital transformation, innovative technology, and the relentless pursuit of solutions to youth unemployment at the core. By Yesh Surjoodeen, MD of HP Southern...

Creating sustainable IT innovations key to driving business growth

For businesses looking to deliver success in today's environment, prioritising sustainable innovation as a driver of business growth is crucial. It's what customers expect and need from their partners. By Tony Bartlett, director: data centre compute solutions at Dell...

Why switch from spreadsheets to ERP?

In an increasingly digital world, it may come as a shock to some that spreadsheets and accounting software are still popular tools for businesses looking to document their financial data. "The reality is that SMME's continue to underestimate their need for more...

How does your board measure cyber resilience?

Organisations are facing an uphill battle. The volume of cyberattacks has risen year-on-year, with a 38% increase in 2022 compared to the previous year. By Deryck Mitchelson, field CISO at Check Point Software In the UK alone, an organisation is being targeted on...

Multi-cloud removes the risk of vendor lock-in

The year is 2023, and it is incredible to think that we are still discussing how to avoid vendor lock-in. As companies become increasingly reliant on accessing their data and gaining insights from it, the ability to be agile and flexible when it comes to the operating...

Application Architect – Gauteng Centurion

JOB PURPOSE Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and how To design and maintain the enterprise-wide application architecture as guided by the EA standards, procedures and policies. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Include management and...

Solution Architect at Financial Intelligence Centre

Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and howDesign technology solutions for the organisation by defining integrated solution architectures that are aligned with IT strategies and architectures to meet and support the...

Application Support Engineer (Linux, Bash, Perl, Python)

About the company:Our client is a pioneering force in digital communications, delivering data-driven customer experiences across all channels and devices. As a premier solutions provider, they enable effective and efficient engagement between brands and their...

Software Developer (Python)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Software Developer (Python) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Application Architect at Financial Intelligence Center

To design and maintain the enterprise-wide application architecture as guided by the EAstandards, procedures and policies.KEY PERFORMANCE AREASWhat do you have to be able to do to achieve the desired results of your job?Include management and leadership...

Developer

Top employer seeks qualified Developer with a minimum of 3years solid work experience to be responsible for delivery on strategic projects; best practice testing; system maintenance and enhancment as well as support and ensuring that best practice development...

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