Smartphone shipments plummet as memory crisis hits
The global smartphone market shrank 6,7% year-on-year to 277,5-million units in the second quarter of 2026 (2Q26). This is according to the preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, The memory crisis...
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...
Nvidia and Nebius partner to scale full-stack AI cloud
Nvidia and Nebius Group have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deploy the next generation of hyperscale cloud for the AI market, from AI natives to enterprises. Nvidia will invest $2-billion in Nebius, deepening the companies’ relationship across the...
Global security spend to top $300bn in 2026
Global security spending is projected to reach $308-billion in 2026 and $430-billion by 2029, according to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Security Spending Guide. The global security market is forecast to grow 11,8% in...
Three pillars to get value from AI
Only one out of every five data and analytic (D&A) or AI leaders are concerned that uncertain costs will limit AI value, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 353 D&A and AI leaders from November through December 2025 found that this has led to only 44% of...
Who owns an AI’s copyright?
Artificial intelligence (AI) and the way that it can be used is evolving at a rapid rate. Many South African businesses, including startups and SMME's, already use AI tools, whether for process automation, increasing efficiency, or obtaining data-driven insights. By...
5G expansion drives growth in MEA smartphones
Smartphone shipments in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) rose 5% YoY in Q4 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Market Monitor, marking the region’s third consecutive quarter of expansion. The upward trajectory was underpinned by technological evolution,...
SMEs bear the brunt of SA’s late payment negligence
National Treasury’s latest payment data points to a worsening late payment crisis across national and provincial government departments, raising serious concerns about the sustainability of current payment terms for South African small and medium-sized enterprises...
Global cyber attacks remain near record highs
Organisations worldwide faced an average of 2 086 cyber attacks per week in February – a 9,6% increase on the corresponding month last year – according to Check Point Research’s latest monthly Threat Intelligence insight. Of the four African countries included in the...
Warning on watching Oscar-nominated movies
With the Oscars taking place this Sunday (15 March), fans can still try to watch the “Best Picture” nominees before the awards ceremony – but a leading cybersecurity expert warns that you could be wide open to forgery attacks. Surfshark findings have found that only...
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SA’s role in the AGI revolution
Artificial intelligence (AI) has found its way into general conversation after the emergence of large language models like ChatGPT, capable of generating text on a near-infinite range of topics. However, the discussion is increasingly turning to the search for...
Africa’s BFSI sector is leapfrogging legacy hurdles by banking on the future
Africa's financial sector is undergoing a digital transformation, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and mobile technology. Despite the notable progress in mobile banking and fintech, the continent continues to face a significant financial...
How to keep the workplace inclusive for menopausal women
Globally, the workforce is seeing its fastest demographic growth among women who are of menopausal age. By 2030, it is projected that over one billion women worldwide will be perimenopausal or postmenopausal, with nearly 50-million women reaching menopause each year....
SAP embeds GenAI on spend management, business networks
SAP is embedding its generative AI (GenAI) copilot Joule across the SAP Ariba source-to-pay solution portfolio to make it easier for customers to manage routine inquiries, such as status updates, summarization and frequently asked questions. GenAI will be further...
Exploring healthcare systems’ journeys to net-zero in Africa
One of the biggest challenges for healthcare facilities is how to reduce their carbon emissions and transition to net zero, especially as the demand for health services grows. By Iphendule Ndzipho, sustainability consultant: built environment at WSP in Africa...
Hospitality industry faces a phishing scam surge
The hotel industry, which relies heavily on technology to manage guest services and operations, has become a prime target for cybercriminals. Phishing - where attackers pose as legitimate entities to trick individuals into divulging confidential information - has...
Altron FinTech adds BNPL to Android terminals
Altron FinTech has launched the buy now pay later (BNPL) solutions PayJustNow and Payflex on its Android terminals, empowering merchants to provide flexible payment solutions, allowing customers to make purchases now and pay later, and opening up easier and more...
5G empowers people and businesses with next-gen tech
Over the past five years, sub-Saharan Africa has made enormous strides in providing affordable broadband to its population, writes Rami Osman, director of business development at MediaTek Middle East and Africa. The World Bank estimates that over 160-million Africans...
True MDR the cornerstone of modern cyber resilience
As cyber-attacks grow in both frequency and complexity, there’s an urgent need to shift focus from prevention alone to early detection and rapid response. By Stephen Osler, co-founder and business development director at Nclose Despite managed detection and response...
Mitigating human risk goes beyond training
As the volume and stakes of cyberattacks continue to escalate, organisations are increasingly investing in innovative new services and equipment to thwart attacks. By Brian Pinnock, EMEA vice-president: sales engineering at Mimecast But, at the same time, many are...
Infrastructure and Cloud Engineer
Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer. Purpose of the Role:The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and day-to-day management of the...
Business Analyst at QES
Job Title: Contract Business Analyst - Servicing & Claims Transformation Location: Cape Town / Hybrid About the Role: A leading financial services organization is seeking a Contract Business Analyst to support its transformation of servicing and claims operations...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a highly organized and execution-focused Project Manager to help run day-to-day operations and move key projects forward across multiple teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands systems and...
Infrastructure and Cloud Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban Beach Front
Our client, a leading BPO company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer. Purpose of the Role:The Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and day-to-day management of the...
Business Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville
Job Title: Contract Business Analyst - Servicing & Claims Transformation Location: Cape Town / Hybrid About the Role: A leading financial services organization is seeking a Contract Business Analyst to support its transformation of servicing and claims operations...
ICT Infrastructure Manager
The ICT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the organisation's ICT infrastructure to ensure systems are secure, reliable, and available to support business operations. The role oversees the ICT technical team and works closely with ASP...
Technical Architect
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Architect (Contract) to join our financial services client based in Centurion..Ensure correct separation of concerns...
Cobol Developer at Reverside
Reverside is seeking a highly experienced Lead Product Engineer with strong COBOL expertise to support a critical South African Domestic Low Value Payments system. This role operates within a high-performing team responsible for the maintenance, support, and...
ICT Infrastructure Manager – Gauteng Pretoria Industrial
The ICT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining the organisation's ICT infrastructure to ensure systems are secure, reliable, and available to support business operations. The role oversees the ICT technical team and works closely with ASP...
Technical Architect – Gauteng Centurion
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Architect (Contract) to join our financial services client based in Centurion..Ensure correct separation of concerns...
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