AI leaders join call for a slowdown in new developments

The call for a global slowdown on artificial intelligence (AI) development is gaining traction, with the leaders of the some of the world’s largest AI companies adding their voices. On Saturday, Anthropic CEO Dr Dario Amodei penned an essay calling for AI companies to...

Unmanaged AI poses new ‘shadow agent’ crisis

A growing “shadow agent” crisis threatens to overwhelm businesses. According to the Veeam Software’ latest research, organisations across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) are battling unmanaged AI on two fronts. On the data security front, 70% of organisations...

A third of employees laid off due to AI will need to be rehired

As AI continues to accelerate the pace and scope of work, CIOs must prepare for four shifts that will influence the future of work, says Gartner. “When business and IT executives look back on the early AI-era, they will realise their greatest mistake was believing...

IT channel pivots to add value as AI takes off

Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape - Artificial intelligence (AI) may be at the peak of the hype cycle, but this doesn’t detract from the value that the technology will bring to the industry. That’s the word from Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle, who...

Satellite data gives Africa better access to weather forecasting

The African Meteorological Satellite Application Facility (AMSAF) launched yesterday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, enabling the strengthening of nowcasting capabilities across African countries using next-generation satellite data. Severe weather in parts of Africa,...

TrustOps will become a government necessity

Forty percent of government organisations will establish dedicated TrustOps functions by 2028 to combat deepfake identity impersonation and disinformation-as-a-service (DaaS), according to Gartner. Government organisations must urgently establish trust capabilities,...

Windows 11 upgrades pushed global PC shipment growth over 9% in 2025

Worldwide PC shipments totaled 71,5-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025, a 9,3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. For the full year, worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 270-million units, a 9,1%...

New scam exploits OpenAI’s teamwork features

Kaspersky has detected a scam tactic leveraging the OpenAI platform. Attackers are abusing OpenAI's organisation creation and team invitation features to send spam emails from legitimate OpenAI addresses, potentially tricking users into clicking scam links or calling...

Only 8% of top apps are quantum-resistant

The rapid development of quantum computing is raising significant security concerns – particularly with studies showing the just 8% of the most popular everyday-used apps are resilient. “Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, and it poses a threat to current...

Sienna Rose reopens AI content debate

Soul singer Sienna Rose has become popular on streaming services, earning upwards of $2 000 per week from downloads. But fans may be disappointed to learn that the artists, who has 3-million listeners on Spotify and uploaded a massive 45 tracks over a three-month...

SA tech business reaches Aurora Tech Award 2026 semi-finals

A South African tech business has been named among the Top 30 semi-finalists for the Aurora Tech Award 2026, a global initiative established by inDrive that recognises the most promising female-led technology startups from emerging markets. Among the organisations in...

Search engines still outperform GenAI

Only about one-third of consumers believe GenAI chatbots are as effective as search engines for learning new information, according to a survey by Gartner. GenAI tools may be transforming search behavior, but they are far from replacing traditional channels. Instead,...

Chinese vehicles gain traction in SA’s used market

AutoTrader’s latest pricing and mileage figures highlight a decisive shift in buyer behaviour as Chinese brands convert sceptics into confident second-hand shoppers. There was a time when the idea of owning a Chinese vehicle was underlined by humour. Why would you buy...

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Smart GEO satellite technology allows companies to customise their connectivity, creating high-speed solutions that are reliable, capable and cost-effective. By Kathleen Morris, satellite product manager at Vox The industry revenue for commercial satellites rose to...

Sluggish transition to low-emission vehicles a risk to GDP

The uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) has taken centre stage as the most viable means to reduce greenhouse gas emissions around the world. In South Africa, the race to shrink the transport industry’s carbon footprint is no different. However, the local automotive...

Can payroll help HR prepare for the future workplace?

We are overwhelmed by predictions of the future workplace. Workforces will be more flexible.  Employees will assert their independence. Hybrid and remote working will become the norm. The 9-to-5 grind is coming to an end. Or not. There is evidence pointing towards and...

SA could strengthen its national cyber security strategy

The recent drafting of South Africa’s national policy framework for artificial intelligence (AI) by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is a significant milestone for the nation. By Mandy Duncan, country manager for HPE Aruba Networking South...

How scammers try to fool you

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Gen AI can help ease the burden of consumer decision-making

The South African retail landscape is contending with a range of challenges, such as high unemployment, severe inflation, shrinkflation, and the lingering effects of Covid-19. These pressures have transformed consumer expectations and added layers of complexity to...

The essential role of DFIs in driving the hydrogen economy

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What the CrowdStrike outage has taught us

In today’s always-on cloud-driven technology environment, companies – and their customers – expect their IT services to run constantly. While no system is completely error-free, any outages or downtime should be measured in seconds, or minutes at the most. By Richard...

Is inefficient data management stunting your company’s growth?

Data is a valuable corporate asset that, when managed properly, can be leveraged to benefit any organisation. Pavan Atluri from Bizmod says that, as organisations big and small navigate the complexities of the digital age, many application owners within an enterprise...

Dell pushes sustainability focus to AI and beyond

World Environment Day, celebrated annually, sheds light on the impact of climate change on our planet. Fundamental to environmental preservation is the commitment of South African companies to the environment and sustainability, writes Doug Woolley, GM and...

Senior Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

Our client is seeking to employ a Senior Data Engineer as the Head of Data Platform & AI to takeownership of their full data infrastructure and elevate the architecture behind their proprietary DMP (DataManagement Platform). You'll work alongside a team of data...

Senior Project Manager – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience IT Degree or DiplomaProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalentMinimum 10 years'...

Information Security Engineer

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Information Security Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on enhancing client services. The role is responsible for protecting the organization's critical data, systems, and networks from cyber threats while ensuring...

Data Engineer

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Senior Software Developer

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Developer for a hybrid role based in Durbanville, Cape Town. Key Requirements Qualification: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (preferred).Experience: 7+ years as a Software...

Information Security Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Information Security Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on enhancing client services. The role is responsible for protecting the organization's critical data, systems, and networks from cyber threats while ensuring...

Data Engineer – Remote Remote

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Senior Software Developer – Western Cape Durbanville

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Developer for a hybrid role based in Durbanville, Cape Town. Key Requirements Qualification: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (preferred).Experience: 7+ years as a Software...

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We are looking for a Java Developer with experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. It is preferred that the individual be skilled in Angular and Native android development as the team is cross skilled and multi-functional. We are...

Technical Software Team Lead (CH1207) (Remote)

Our client in the fraud prevention industry is looking for a Technical Team Lead to join their team. The role is fully remote and can be performed from anywhere in South Africa.The company combats fraud across the financial services industry by providing a shared...

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