Hubble finds the largest chaotic birthplace of planets
Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have imaged the largest protoplanetary disk ever observed circling a young star. For the first time in visible light, Hubble has revealed the disk is unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching...
AI-driven digital workplaces to accelerate in 2026
Artificial intelligence (AI) dominated digital workplaces in 2025, fuelling trends such as the rising adoption of agentic AI, increased platform interoperability, expansion of contact centers, greater support for sales teams and growing popularity of mobile solutions....
Mental disorders shorten life expectancy of people with HIV
A new international study led by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of Bern has found that people living with HIV who also have a mental disorder live, on average, three to five years shorter than people with HIV who do not have a...
BankservAfrica rebrands as PayInc
BankservAfrica has launched its new identity, marking a decisive shift in its role at the centre of South Africa’s payments landscape. Now PayInc, the rebrand represents more than a change of name. It reflects a renewed purpose, positioning the leading payments...
Agentic AI to dominate IT budget expansion
Year-over-year (YoY) spending, between 2025 and 2029 for artificial intelligence (AI) will grow by 31,9%, according to data from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Artificial Intelligence IT Spending Market Forecast. This investment, driven by the...
Global gaming PC spend set for growth
The world is spending more on gaming PCs and laptops than ever, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. A massive gaming user base and the growing esports audience have kept demand strong even when global PC sales hit the brakes. Cutting-edge...
Nvidia earnings show shift from ‘hyper growth to high growth’
Nvidia’s latest results underscore a turning point for markets: the AI leader is moving from hyper growth to high growth, says Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. The company reported second-quarter earnings that beat expectations, with adjusted EPS of $1.04 on revenue...
DDOS continues to dominate the digital battlefield
DDoS attacks have evolved into precision-guided weapons of geopolitical influence capable of destabilising critical infrastructure, according to new research from NetScout, with hacktivist groups like NoName057(16) orchestrating hundreds of coordinated strikes each...
The changing cyberthreat landscape in Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa experienced 42,4-million Web attacks and 95,6-million on-device attacks in the first half of 2025, according to new research from Kaspersky, which says that the region recorded more than a double increase in spyware; 64% more password stealer...
NTT Data, Cisco partner on networking for the AI era
NTT Data and Cisco have launched a co-sponsored IDC InfoBrief, Wired for Intelligence: A CIO Guide to Enterprise Networking for AI that shares strategic guidance for organisations seeking to accelerate transformation by modernising their network infrastructure. As...
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Byte-sized banditry: When AI models infringe copyright
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) models have revolutionised various industries, from art and music creation to natural language processing. However, concerns are emerging regarding the size and integrity of training materials used for these models and the...
The future of transportation is being transformed
The global transportation industry, while still expanding, faces a slowdown attributed to various factors, notably the enduring impacts of the pandemic. Despite this, projections anticipate significant growth, with the industry expected to reach a value of...
UCaaS solutions transform the communication landscape
South African businesses looking to rapidly modernise their communications environment and boost collaboration can benefit from implementing unified communications & collaboration as a service (UCaaS) platforms. Such solutions turn communications into a secure,...
Top network security trends for 2024
With the first quarter of 2024 now closed, we can predict with a fair amount of accuracy what the key secure access service edge (SASE) trends of the year will be, writes Nirav Shah, vice-president of products at Fortinet. Before discussing trends, let's set the stage...
Mukuru announces instant transfers between SA, UK EU
Mukuru has announced an instant transfer product that moves money between South Africa and the UK in both directions, and from South Africa to any European Union country, instantaneously. The fintech, which operates in more than 50 countries with over 450 remittance...
Bravery in bytes: Pioneering the future of ICT for International Girls in ICT Day
In the lead-up to International Girls in ICT Day (celebrated today, 25 April 2024), Huawei South Africa hosted a roundtable to spotlight the realities facing women in the tech sector and celebrate those making strides. By Lebo Madiba, MD of PR Powerhouse With only 33%...
Security must-haves insurtechs cannot compromise on
As insurance businesses move from old tech to newer digital systems and products, they could be opening themselves up to security risks. Insurtech companies should be implementing strict, multi-level security systems to prevent the sensitive personal data their...
Creative learnerships can drive rapid skills development
As South Africa continues to grapple with its massive youth (15-34 years) unemployment rate of 4,7-million individuals (Q4 2023), there is a critical need for innovative approaches to skills development and employability. Rajan Naidoo, MD of EduPower Skills Academy...
AI, scarcity, power all key datacentre trends
It's easy to say that 2023 was the year of AI, or generative AI to be more specific. Adjusting to its demands - and exploiting its potential - will continue to be a big ask for the datacentre industry this year, compounded by the need for stable energy supply, cooling...
How to maximise the value of data analysis
In a world flooded with data, the ability to effectively apply this vast resource is a defining factor for business success. However, merely possessing reams of data is insufficient; businesses must strategically apply it towards sustainable growth and achieving their...
JUNIOR IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN – BELLVILLE at Competent Candidates
An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled Junior IT Support Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical skills to grow their career within...
JUNIOR IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN – BELLVILLE at Competent Candidates – Western Cape Bellville
An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled Junior IT Support Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical skills to grow their career within...
SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
To plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTION Managing SQL Server databases.Configuring and maintaining database servers and...
SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT – Gauteng Centurion
To plan, manage, administer and secure system databases as well as troubleshoot any database issues affecting system performance and ensure data quality across the databases.JOB DESCRIPTION Managing SQL Server databases.Configuring and maintaining database servers and...
Senior SQL Developer
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to design, develop, and optimise robust data solutions that enable exceptional customer experiences and operational efficiency. The Senior SQL Developer will work collaboratively across business and technology teams to...
Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to design, develop, and optimise robust data solutions that enable exceptional customer experiences and operational efficiency. The Senior SQL Developer will work collaboratively across business and technology teams to...
Energy Management Systems (EMS) Application Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled EMS Application Engineer to administer, optimize, and enhance our Energy Management System (EMS) environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS Platform Software, along with a...
Energy Management Systems (EMS) Application Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly skilled EMS Application Engineer to administer, optimize, and enhance our Energy Management System (EMS) environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS Platform Software, along with a...
Power Systems Application Engineer (Transmission | AEMS – Reliance) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Application Engineer to join our Energy Management Systems (EMS) team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Power Systems Applications for Transmission and hands-on experience with AEMS - Reliance (e-terra)...
Power Systems Application Engineer (Transmission | AEMS – Reliance) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Application Engineer to join our Energy Management Systems (EMS) team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Power Systems Applications for Transmission and hands-on experience with AEMS - Reliance (e-terra)...
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