A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

European orbiter detects hints of volcanic activity on Mars

New evidence from gas seeping above volcanic rifts suggests Mars is not geologically dead deep inside, but merely sleeping. Fresh fissures along the Alba Mons region hint at active spots under the surface, where gases from inside the planet may be making their way up...

NASA experiments with drones for planetary landings

NASA successfully demonstrated technology designed to help spacecraft autonomously navigate to safe landing sites on the Moon and on other planets. An Alta-X drone equipped with the agency’s Safe and Precise Landing – Integrated Capabilities Evolution (SPLICE)...

Turn vision into reality with the right AI strategy

Kathy Gibson reports from Dell Technologies Forum in Johannesburg - Today's leaders aren't asking whether to adopt AI, they're asking how to turn it into outcomes the business can see. And South African companies can no longer afford to take a wait-and-see attitude to...

Government defence spending impacts the Space Economy

Governments around the world made a global public investment of €119-billion in the space economy in 2025. This reflected a slight 3% decline from 2024, driven by US defence budget changes and flat NASA funding – despite European space budgets growing by 12% to...

A forged PhD reached a listed boardroom. How?

On 1 June 2026, the Financial Services Tribunal dismissed an application to overturn sanctions against a former independent non-executive director of a JSE-listed technology group. The Tribunal sided with the JSE, confirming a R500 000 fine and a 10-year...

Subdued demand conditions weigh on manufacturing sentiment

Business confidence in the manufacturing sector came under renewed pressure during the first quarter of 2026, with lacklustre demand weighing on sentiment. According to the Q1 Absa Manufacturing Survey, the headline index number declined by 9 index points to 30 from...

Adobe settles lawsuit over cancellation penalities

Adobe has settled a lawsuit against its early cancellation penalties, agreeing to pay a $75-million fine and provide another $75-million in free services to customers. US authorities said the software company, which offers its products only on a subscription basis,...

Solid growth for ESS market

The external OEM enterprise storage systems (ESS) market showed a solid performance in the fourth quarter of 2025 reaching $9,7-billion in vendor revenue led by positive growth from top vendors and across most of the regions, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide...

The main malware threats to SA

Spyware attacks in South Africa increased 117% YoY making it the biggest malware threat in the local market, according to Kaspersky, with password stealers running a close second – growing 116% YoY. Exploit attacks were detected 20% more often in South Africa, while...

WEF outlines investible opportunities that deliver returns

More than 50 investible opportunities could turn capital flows into lucrative nature-positive business practices and contribute up to $10,1-trillion in annual business revenues and cost savings by 2030, according to a new World Economic Forum report launched today....

SA is closing five power stations. How do other countries compare?

A Compare the Market analysis of countries across the world finds that some countries are not ready for renewables, while others are closing more power stations than they’re building. South Africa is closing five coal-fired power plants by 2040, with a plan to rely on...

SA companies face more and deadlier attacks

Globally, the time between a network intrusion and data theft has dropped to around 72 minutes, down from 285 minutes in 2024. For South African organisations, which recorded a 60% rise in data breaches in the first half of 2025 alone, that shrinking window is fast...

Nvidia founder unpacks the five-layer AI stack

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, describes the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape as a five-layer stack, with each layer vital to the successful operation of the whole. AI is one of the most powerful forces shaping the world today. It is not a clever app or a single...

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Transform end-user computing with GenAI

In the rapidly evolving world of IT outsourcing, staying ahead of the curve is essential. One area where we’re seeing transformative potential is in end-user computing (EUC). It’s not just about the hardware or the software - it’s about people, productivity, and time....

Reimagine network security in the hybrid era

Businesses are at a critical juncture, as their workplaces evolve, they must reassess how they secure their most valuable assets - their data, networks, and people. The rapid shift to remote and hybrid work and increased reliance on cloud services have exposed gaps in...

Prioritise customer security for Black Friday, festive sales

As online businesses gear up for Black Friday and the festive season, this is the time to prioritise security – and make sure customers know exactly what measures you’ve put in place, writes Caesar Tonkin, MD of Armata Cyber Security. Consumers are prioritising the...

Autonomous healing systems the future of technological transformation

As businesses grow increasingly reliant on IT infrastructure, the demand for more resilient, self-sustaining systems has skyrocketed. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault Autonomous healing software, an emerging technology, is gaining traction for...

Private sector could lead SA’s skills revolution

South Africa, I believe is at a talent and innovation tipping point, writes Ntsako Baloyi, senior manager in the technology business at Accenture, Africa. If we don’t act now, we risk falling even further behind in the global race for competitive advantage. To put it...

Strengthening network helps in the ransomware fight

Ransomware is becoming a major headache for businesses in South Africa. Recent research from Interpol shows that, on average, cyberattacks on organisations across Africa have surged by 23% year-on-year, with ransomware quickly becoming one of the most prevalent...

Role of the CISO in today’s business environment

In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for organisations of all sizes. By Nelesh Baichan, group CISO for Digital Resilience and DSG Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, encompassing sophisticated attacks like ransomware and...

How to stop bad things happening to good businesses

Many businesses, particularly smaller ones, often fail to recognise the importance of cybersecurity. Research indicates that most small and medium-sized enterprises invest less than £500 annually in cybersecurity. This underinvestment is typically due to indifference...

Personalised messaging key for better CX

The customer service landscape is transforming, with businesses shifting from merely solving problems to delivering proactive, personalised customer experiences. This shift is driven by the personalisation revolution, where tailoring interactions to meet individual...

Find smart ways to fill skills and drive growth

In 2021, more than 60% of enterprises in the European Union could not fill technology-related vacancies. Globally, companies are feeling the pressure when it comes to skills gaps across IT tech (27%), cloud computing (26%), AI and machine learning (26%), and data...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 2170 – Gauteng Pretoria

Job DescriptionDevelopment and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of...

Data Engineer (contract) – Remote Remote

Our client in the NETHERLANDS is looking for a SA-based Data Engineer to assist remotely on the development of a data management platform. You will report directly to the Data Manager and the main requirements are to code and build the platform for the first phase of...

Senior Software Developer (C#, SQL) (x3) (Centurion Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Integrated Security Solutions urgently seeks the coding expertise of a Senior Software Developer (C#, SQL) with 10+ years' demonstratable experience in Software Development with a preference for high scalability projects. You will be...

AI – Factory – Data Engineer

AI – Factory - Data EngineerType: ContractorHybrid - Johannesburg or Cape TownThe ideal candidate should have a strong background in SQL and Python, experience with ETL/ELT frameworks, proficiency in Cloud data platforms (such as AWS or Azure), a good understanding of...

AI – Factory – Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

AI – Factory - Data EngineerType: ContractorHybrid - Johannesburg or Cape TownThe ideal candidate should have a strong background in SQL and Python, experience with ETL/ELT frameworks, proficiency in Cloud data platforms (such as AWS or Azure), a good understanding of...

Scrum Master (Centurion Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Software Tech company seeks a solutions-driven Scrum Master with a solid understanding of Software Development to join its team. Using Agile methodology, you will plan, manage and deliver solutions, train and mentor Scrum teams while...

Senior Full-stack Developer at Adapt IT

Introduction The Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) division is a multi-industry division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing key products. Our products help make businesses feel more in control of their expenses, and provide a cost assurance to help...

Scrum Master (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Centurion

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Software Tech company seeks a solutions-driven Scrum Master with a solid understanding of Software Development to join its team. Using Agile methodology, you will plan, manage and deliver solutions, train and mentor Scrum teams while...

Senior Full-stack Developer at Adapt IT – Gauteng Midrand

Introduction The Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) division is a multi-industry division of Adapt IT with a solid foundation providing key products. Our products help make businesses feel more in control of their expenses, and provide a cost assurance to help...

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