AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

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)...

Consumers don’t trust AI, as fear outweighs excitement

Despite the hype, many consumers admit they don't trust artificial intelligence (AI), with a significant proportion also cynical about the benefits it brings. Research conducted by Herbert Smith Freehills reveals that just 5% of UK consumers are unconcerned about the...

Call for generative AI guardrails, responsible design

Researchers are cautiously optimistic about where generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) will lead humanity, but "we must develop more guardrails". This is according to Pascale Fung, chair professor in the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering of Hong...

The crypto year in review

The world of crypto in 2019 has brought more price fluctuation, many announcements that indicate cryptocurrency is becoming increasingly mainstream and tighter regulatory scrutiny. As the world moves towards a new financial system, cryptocurrency ownership has grown...

Parker Solar Probe sheds new light on the Sun

In August 2018, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe launched to space, soon becoming the closest-ever spacecraft to the Sun. With cutting-edge scientific instruments to measure the environment around the spacecraft, Parker Solar Probe has completed three of 24 planned passes...

African smartphone market defies challenges

While market saturation and US-China tensions are placing the global smartphone market under intense pressure, new research from International Data Corporations shows that the African smartphone market saw shipments increase 4% quarter on quarter in Q3 2019 to total...

Post-Black Friday analysis

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are done and dusted, with retailers drawing breath before the rest of the festive season shopping gets underway. Lullu Krugel, PwC Strategy& chief economist for Africa, and Dr Christie Viljoen, PwC Strategy& economist, offer a...

Regional consumer spend to reach $149bn

Consumer spending on technology in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) is forecast to total $130,8-billion this year, a year-on-year increase of 4,1%. According to the latest Worldwide Semiannual Connected Consumer Spending Guide from International Data Corporation...

Consumers warned of new phishing scams

With two new alerts regarding elevated risks of phishing attacks against consumers - one from DStv, and another from the New Development Bank - South Africans are warned to take care when receiving emails offering loans, cash prizes or other forms of rewards....

Altron adds ID security with Ubusha acquisition

Altron has acquired identity security company, Ubusha Technologies in a deal worth R360-million, effective 1 March 2020. Founded in 2003, Ubusha, as a next-generation IT security services provider enables dynamic authentication and authorisation, identity management...

SAPS moves against streaming operation

Last week (4 December 2019), the South African Police Service (SAPS) arrested a suspect in Cape Town for allegedly selling pirate internet streaming devices and online content subscriptions. The investigation followed information received by the Police's Provincial...

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Enterprise Architect – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Minimum Qualification Required:- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Management ORequivalent industry certification appropriate to the role,- A minimum of seven to ten years' experience in an Enterprise Architecture and...

Data Analyst (Wits VIDA) – Gauteng Moletsane

Main purpose of the job:Minimally Invasive Tissue Sampling (MITS)forms the third dimension of the CHAMPS project in SowetoThe main purpose of a data analyst within a MITS study is to oversee the collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation of large amounts of...

Software Developer C#.NET – Gauteng Rosebank

Our client is based in Rosebank in the Finance Sector. This is a 12 month contracting role based in Rosebank (work from offfice) on Gautrain route 5 minute walk from Gautrain station. Minimum requirements for this role. 5 years experience in Software Developer...

Automation tester

Evaluates the quality of test automation systems or scripts and executes them.Analyses test results to determine effectiveness, identify bugs.leads the design of a variety of automated tests for both feature and regression testing.Test commercial off-the-shelf systems...

Senior Developer

Senior Full Stack Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind customer service company! Hybrid working opportunity As a Senior Sull Stack Developer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing user interface components using [URL...

Payroll- Senior Enterprise Application Specialist

A leading workforce solutions company, driven to grow people, businesses and economies through connections that allow them to realize their potential has an exciting opportunity for a Payroll- Senior Enterprise Application Specialist in Woodmead..The Senior Enterprise...

BI Data Analyst at Datonomy Solutions

Business Intelligence Data AnalystRoleThe BI Data Analyst is a well-rounded and skilled individual who is accountable for the collection and accurate analysis of data across different segments in the business, included in this analysis would be mapping and modelling...

Business Analyst Consultant

Our client is looking for a Business Analyst (Lead/Senior) for a 6 month contract . Based in Rosebank offices (work from office) 5 minutes walk from Gautrain station. Minimum requirements for this role: 5 years experience in a Business Analyst role Must have...

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