Agentic AI holds key to LLM profitability
Agentic AI, not consumer chatbots, will determine whether trillion-dollar investments in large language models (LLMs) ever translate into sustainable profits, according to GlobalData. As enterprise deployments trigger a surge in application programming interface (API)...
Acer expands local manufacturing, adds gaming monitors
Acer Africa has expanded its local manufacturing strategy, adding high-performance Acer Nitro VG0-Series gaming monitors designed for gamers, creators and power users. Select Nitro VG0-Series monitors are now assembled at a South African facility, following the same...
New features boost smartphone sales
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker , global smartphone shipments increased 2,6% year-over-year (YoY) to 322,7-million units in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q25). The smartphone market...
Intel expands AI chip portfolio with Crescent Island
In the race for dominance in the AI chip space, Intel has added to its AI accelerator portfolio with a new data centre GPU – codenamed Crescent Island. “AI is shifting from static training to realtime, everywhere inference - driven by agentic AI,” says Sachin Katti,...
AMD opens the kimono on new ‘Helios’ platform
For the first time, chip manufacturer AMD has showcased a static display of its “Helios” rack scale platform at the Open Commute Project (OCP) Global Summit in San Jose. Developed based on the new Open Rack Wide (ORW) specification introduced by Meta, “Helios” extends...
Octopi is a new strategic HP Managed Print Solutions distributor
Octopi Distribution, a subsidiary of the Octopi Group, has been appointed as a dedicated HP Managed Print Solutions (MPS) distributor serving the South African and broader African market. The newly-launched company has secured Tier 1 distribution rights for HP’s A3...
IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three critical priorities for aviation safety and operations at the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) in Xiamen, China. The priorities are: defending and evolving global standards, fostering a...
ISPA revved up for today’s colloquium on ICT policy reform
The ISPA’s official representative body (IRB) says it welcomes today’s (17 October) colloquium on ICT policy reform organised by the minister of Communications and Digital Technologies. “The ISPA is excited about the opportunity to review the current policy and...
Oracle, Nvidia accelerate sovereign AI
At Oracle AI World, Nvidia and Oracle announced they are deepening their collaboration to bolster sovereign AI initiatives and accelerate government digital transformation worldwide. By combining Nvidia’s AI computing platforms with Oracle’s scalable cloud...
Olivia Barker takes top honours at Eskom Expo ISF
Olivia Barker, a Grade 11 learner from St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls Pretoria, has been recognised as one of South Africa’s brightest young scientists at this year’s Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF). The event brought together some of the most...
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Protect your data to protect your business
Technology and cybercrime never stand still. The ultimate prize for sophisticated cybercriminals is data that could open doors to quick, illicit gains. For businesses, the challenge is to safeguard customers and personal data. The key to keeping customers and data...
How retailers can shift from multichannel to omnichannel payments
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Public-facing applications harbour security risks
Today, public-facing applications play a pivotal role in enabling businesses to interact with customers, partners, and stakeholders. These applications, ranging from websites to APIs and web services, serve as the digital storefronts of organisations, providing...
Huawei celebrates Youth Month by investing in the future of its interns
Huawei opened the doors of its Johannesburg innovation centre recently to its interns looking to learn and network in a career development workshop. This workshop is a key component of Huawei's 12-month partnership programme with the Department of Labour and...
SA well-placed to reap the rewards of conscious travel
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SaaS and its role in streamlining payroll and HR
With digital permeating every aspect of business operations, the need for streamlined, efficient and scalable processes is more important than ever. This is where software-as-a-service (SaaS) can be game-changing. By Mathew Payne, CIO CRS Technologies However, even if...
Africa’s e-commerce boom a billion-dollar opportunity
By the end of 2025, nearly half the population of Africa will have engaged in buying goods and services online, compared to just 13% in 2017. This increase will be fueled by Africa's young and growing tech-savvy population - 70% of sub-Saharans are younger than 30 -...
A call for robust DDoS defence strategies
Within the constantly-fluid cybersecurity arena, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks present a formidable challenge. The staggering frequency and impacts of these attacks are often underestimated, yet they are a relentless threat, disrupting the very fabric...
Use solar to lower electricity bills
Residents of major metros across South Africa face above-inflation increases in municipal tariffs from 1 July 2024. The average increase for key industrial and urban electricity tariffs will be 13,29%. By Teresa Settas, marketing director of the One Energy Group Since...
Ukheshe rebrands to EFT Corporation
Ukheshe has announced its official rebranding to EFT Corporation. The rebranding follows Ukheshe's acquisition of EFT Corporation in January 2024, the first major milestone in both companies' shared vision of transforming financial services across the continent. The...
Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Business System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking to hire a Business Systems Engineer for their Cape Town location. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.Understanding of system design and development, either through coursework or...
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BI Analyst
Our client is seeking a BI Analyst who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in data science, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.Experience in a BI Analyst or similar role is a...
SQL Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North
SQL DeveloperDurban | R50 000 - R60 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a forward-thinking technology company providing integrated software and data solutions to the retail and distribution sector. They specialize in delivering scalable, high-performance...
BI Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a BI Analyst who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in data science, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.Experience in a BI Analyst or similar role is a...
Database Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We're looking for a Database & Data Pipeline Engineer who lives for stability, performance, and beautifully flowing data. This role blends database mastery with hands-on development, ensuring our systems run smoother than a fresh OS install.Requirements...
Junior Security Engineer at Mancosa
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy availableDuties & ResponsibilitiesCORE PURPOSE The Security...
Database Administrator at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
We're looking for a Database & Data Pipeline Engineer who lives for stability, performance, and beautifully flowing data. This role blends database mastery with hands-on development, ensuring our systems run smoother than a fresh OS install.Requirements...
Junior Security Engineer at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy availableDuties & ResponsibilitiesCORE PURPOSE The Security...
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