Check Point acquires Lakera
Check Point Software Technologies has entered into an agreement to acquire Lakera, an AI-native security platform for Agentic AI applications. The acquisition will enable Check Point to deliver a full end-to-end AI security stack designed to protect enterprises as...
Fiscal uncertainty undermines SME confidence
After starting the year on an optimistic note, South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were confronted by a wave of new uncertainties that disrupted planning and dampened confidence. This is according to the Quarter 1 2025 SME Confidence Index by Business...
Bitcoin hits new all-time high
The 15th anniversary of Bitcoin Pizza Day last week was marked by the cryptocurrency attaining a new all-time high of $111 534, On 22 May 2010, developer Laszlo Hanyecz famously paid 10 000 Bitcoin for two pizzas – a transaction worth over $1,1-billion at today's...
Deeper divides for vulnerable economies as tariffs bite
A wave of new import tariffs is set to reshape global trade dynamics and significantly raise trade costs for many developing countries, alerts UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in a new data-driven analysis, titled "Sparing the vulnerable: The cost of new tariff...
Creativity is enabled by advanced technology
Kathy Gibson reports from Lenovo Accelerate ’25 - Technology is critical to the creation of animated movies like Shrek and Kung Fu Panda – one of the reasons Lenovo has become a key partner with iconic movie studio Dreamworks. Kate Swanborg, senior vice-president of...
Integrating AI in apps a headache for software engineers
Seventy-seven percent of engineering leaders identify building AI capabilities into applications to improve features and functionality as a significant or moderate pain point, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey also found that the use of AI tools to augment...
Microsoft, Nvidia accelerate agentic AI innovation
Agentic AI is redefining scientific discovery and unlocking research breakthroughs and innovations across industries and, through deepened collaboration, Nvidia and Microsoft are delivering advancements that accelerate agentic AI-powered applications from the cloud to...
AI Assistant Builder delivers free AI assistants
Intel has announced at Computex that AI Assistant Builder is now available in public beta at GitHub and that anyone with an Intel-based AI PC - one running a member of the Intel Core Ultra processor family - can now use it free of charge. Optimised for Intel...
AMD ‘pushing boundaries’ with latest processors, graphics cards
AMD has unveiled its latest breakthroughs in high-performance computing at Computex with the launch of Radeon RX 9060 XT and Radeon AI PRO R9700 graphics cards, as well as Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Series processors. “These announcements underscore our commitment to...
Meta AI emerges as the most data-hungry chatbot
Meta recently introduced its chatbot app, Meta AI – and it has become the new data king. According to a study by cybersecurity company Surfshark, Meta AI collects user data like no app before. It stands out among all analysed chatbots by collecting 32 out of 35 data...
More News Today
The evolution of IT asset disposition in SA
IT asset disposition (ITAD) in South Africa has undergone a remarkable transformation since the early 2000s. By Wale Arewa, CEO of Xperien Back then, ITAD was a relatively unknown concept, with the market primarily dominated by used computer dealers offering asset...
Demand-led training to the fore in 2024
2024 needs to be the year that we move the needle as business leaders toward demand-led training that will assist in reducing the software development skills shortage that South African companies are facing. This gap is because there isn't a real push towards aligning...
Talking to chatbots sucks – but it doesn’t have to
Most chatbots suck. For years, industry mavens promised that they would fundamentally transform customer service, writes By Ryan Falkenberg, co-CEO of Clevva. Unlike human agents, the thinking went, chatbots are available 24/7 and, because companies pre-populate their...
New project aims for cleaner public transport
By the end of 2025, South Africa's first electric commuter buses could be on the roads of Tshwane and eThekwini municipalities as part of pilot project funded by the Global Environmental Facility and managed by the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the...
Infinite Family sees 97% pass rate for video mentored matrics
Infinite Family (IF), South Africa's primary video mentoring organisation, delivers a 90% Bachelors and Diploma pass rate to their 2023 Matrics. "Out of a total of 18 matric 'Net Buddies' across all three video lab sites, we have 14 who have achieved Batchelors...
Are you covered for Email interception fraud?
Email interception fraud is on the rise and takes the form of criminals stealing information such as email usernames and passwords. It enables the fraudster to gain access to your business email accounts allowing them to impersonate you and the business. It provides...
SA experts share business travel trends
A new trend report from corporate travel management company FCM, indicates that 2024 will be a pivotal year for South African businesses to re-evaluate their travel programmes and policies. With major national elections on the horizon, economic uncertainty may tempt...
Building a framework for effective, agile endpoint security
The mitigation of endpoint security risks has come increasingly under the spotlight over the past few years, due chiefly to a growing distributed workforce. So it makes sense that local businesses are making the necessary changes to their cybersecurity strategies to...
Do record-breaking matric results position students for IT careers?
When Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga revealed the 2023 matric results, they showcased an impressive pass rate of 82,9%. This marks a continued upward trend in National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rates over the past decade, with the percentage increasing...
Economic headwinds provide opportunities for agile fintechs
At this time of the year there is usually a flurry of articles attempting to lay out trends to look out for in various industries over the coming months. This is a good exercise as it gets one thinking about industries broadly and technology specifically. By Andy...
Telematics Developer (George) – Western Cape George
ENVIRONMENT:Are you a hands-on Python developer with a passion for turning data into powerful, real-time insights? Do you thrive in an agile environment where you can prototype, build, and deploy tools that directly impact business and customer outcomes? Our client is...
Developer (Security & Automation) – Gauteng Turffontein
Developer (Security & Automation)Position Overview: The company is looking for a motivated and proactive Developer who takes initiative and enjoys solving complex problems.The ideal candidate will have strong PHP experience, a keen interest in cybersecurity, and a...
Senior PHP Developer (JHB Remote)
ENVIRONMENT:HONE your craft as an expert coder filling the role of the next Senior PHP Developer wanted by a cutting-edge Cloud-based SaaS platform. You will need at least 8-10 years suitable work experience including Modern PHP (7+), Laravel, Livewire, PHP Unit...
Systems Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our team based in Sandton, JHB – Hybrid.To provide specialist technical expertise and support in installing; testing; tuning; optimising; diagnosing problems; repairing; upgrading and maintaining both externally and...
Software Developer
Sales Force DeveloperDepartment: Business TechnologyWork Location: Johannesburg, Bryanston (Office-based) Job Summary:Seeking a skilled Salesforce Developer to design, customize, and maintain our Salesforce instance while ensuring compliance. You'll collaborate with...
Senior PHP Developer (JHB Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:HONE your craft as an expert coder filling the role of the next Senior PHP Developer wanted by a cutting-edge Cloud-based SaaS platform. You will need at least 8-10 years suitable work experience including Modern PHP (7+), Laravel, Livewire, PHP Unit...
Systems Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our team based in Sandton, JHB – Hybrid.To provide specialist technical expertise and support in installing; testing; tuning; optimising; diagnosing problems; repairing; upgrading and maintaining both externally and...
Software Developer – Gauteng Bryanston
Sales Force DeveloperDepartment: Business TechnologyWork Location: Johannesburg, Bryanston (Office-based) Job Summary:Seeking a skilled Salesforce Developer to design, customize, and maintain our Salesforce instance while ensuring compliance. You'll collaborate with...
Software Application Support Specialist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a Software Application Support Specialist to join our dynamic team to assist with ongoing maintenance of existing products and to participate in the development of new and enhanced products and solutions. Work closely with various team members to...
Senior Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team, based in Cape Town (onsite).The role requires expertise in finance and project management as relates to Financial Consolidation, Financial Planning, and Analytics.The assigned project manager will be...
View more career listings on our Careers Section