Earth’s plant health mapped over the course of a year

A lot can change in a year for Earth’s forests and vegetation, as springtime and rainy seasons can bring new growth, while cooling temperatures and dry weather can bring a dieback of those green colours. And now, a novel type of NASA visualisation illustrates those...

Researchers set the stage for synthetic human genomes

A team of UK-based scientists are developing technology to create the first synthetic human chromosome. The ability to write large genomes has the potential to transform our understanding of human health, opening opportunities to develop cell therapies,...

AI deployment study uncovers surprising trends

Kathy Gibson reports - While artificial intelligence (AI) is being integrated into most types of work, there are signs it might be flagging. This is among the headline findings from BCG X’s AI at Work report, which uncovered some unexpected trends as companies start...

Mobile industry emissions are down, but pace needs to pick up

The mobile industry’s operational emissions fell by 8% between 2019 and 2023, even as mobile connections grew by 9% and data traffic quadrupled, according to the GSMA’s fifth annual Mobile Net Zero report released today. The findings show the mobile industry has...

Researchers set the stage for synthetic human genomes

A team of UK-based scientists are developing technology to create the first synthetic human chromosome. The ability to write large genomes has the potential to transform our understanding of human health, opening opportunities to develop cell therapies,...

Global server market shows no signs of slowing

According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Server Tracker, the server market reached a record $95,2-billion dollars in market value during the first quarter of the year, showing the highest quarterly growth rate ever with 134,1% increase...

Vodacom calls for 2026 Early Careers applications

Vodacom is inviting applications for the 2026 intake to its Early Careers programmes, which aim to develop talent in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and offer meaningful employment and education opportunities. “With digital technology reshaping...

How Intel and HP engineered next-gen AI PCs

AI PCs are a new class of laptops designed to deliver AI-enhanced experiences — from productivity to creativity — that adapt to users’ needs and enhance people’s lives. For HP’s Intel-based AI PCs, Intel contributed more than just hardware like its Intel Core Ultra...

AI deployment study uncovers surprising trends

Kathy Gibson reports - While artificial intelligence (AI) is being integrated into most types of work, there are signs it might be flagging. This is among the headline findings from BCG X’s AI at Work report, which uncovered some unexpected trends as companies start...

In Africa, ID fraud falls but scams rise

Africa’s overall identity fraud rate fell slightly to 3,42% in Q1 of 2025, down from 3,5% in Q1 2024, according to new data from global verification platform Sumsub. But, while traditional fraud methods like document forgery collapsed across the African continent,...

SA faces socio-economic, infrastructure, climate change risks

In a persistently tough economic environment, crime, infrastructure risks and climate change-related weather volatility are the biggest challenges currently impacting South African households and businesses. This is according to the 2025 Santam Insurance Barometer...

Cookies crumble in the wake of cybercriminals

Hackers have stolen nearly 94-billion browser cookies this year - a 74% increase from last year, according to cybersecurity analysts NordVPN. Cookies make browsing easier by saving things like logins and preferences. But now, criminals use them to break into accounts...

Beware new Trojan on App Store and Google Play

Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new Trojan spy called SparkKitty which targets smartphones on iOS and Android and sends images from an infected phone and information about the device to the attackers. This malware was embedded in apps related to crypto and...

Steady growth predicted for high-performance computing

The global high-performance computing (HPC) market is expected to reach $87,31-billion by 2030 and is expected to grow at 7,2% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. High-performance computing can be categorised into high-performance...

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Disrupt first, ask questions later

Attackers don’t wait for board approval. They slip through a mis-configured firewall at 02:00 on a Sunday or phish a distracted employee just before quarter-end. By Ryno Le Roux, cyber operations manager at NEC XON At that moment, every control you’ve bought is judged...

How insurers can manage premium skipping

Insurers plan for lapses in insurance policies, but in tough financial times, lapse rates tend to go up, writes J’Mari Kloppers, senior solutions engineer at Root platform. Traditional insurance approaches to unpaid premiums rely on punitive measures: stern warnings,...

AI transforms the enterprise need for platform engineering

“Software is eating the world”, as Marc Andreessen once stated, all the way back in 2011. More than a decade later, this has proven to be true as software now defines the modern enterprise. By Jonny Williams, chief digital adviser for the UK public sector at Red Hat...

Young girls breaking barriers this youth month

The official unemployment rate in South Africa rose to 32,9% in the first quarter of 2025, with the number of unemployment people increasing by 237 000 compared to the previous three-month period. Youth unemployment (15–24-year-old job seekers), climbed to 62.4% in Q1...

Achieve greater ROI in your data centre with AI

AI is migrating from computers and phones to robots, self-driving cars and pretty much any digital space imaginable. Even Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called this out at the company’s recent GPU Technology Conference (GTC) conference. By Tony Bartlett, director of data...

AI’s growing influence in safeguarding banks and customers

Flashy artificial intelligence (AI) applications like generative art and self-driving cars might dominate today’s headlines. Ut ai and machine learning (ML) are playing a quiet background role in our lives, writes James Saunders, co-founder and chief technology...

Navigating SA’s national payment system regulatory framework

In meeting its policy commitments and addressing the regulatory challenges that come with the rising prominence of non-bank payment operations, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) published two draft documents in the first quarter of 2025. By Lerato Lamola, partner...

Can IT save the planet (and your bottom line)?

The digital age’s insatiable demand for computing power has collided with an urgent and pressing need for sustainability. By Vishal Barapatre, group chief technology officer at In2IT Technologies As data centres and AI workloads consume unprecedented energy, IT...

Solar’s second act begins

Renewable energy is no longer about a few rooftop panels; businesses that want to reap the benefits must diversify. By Sakhile Ngcongwane, business development manager at SolarAfrica As the energy landscape shifts and policy signals grow increasingly mixed, many are...

Outdated systems are a hacker’s dream

Cybercrime is evolving faster than systems can keep up, so if your business is still sitting in the past, it’s sitting with vulnerabilities, writes Richard Frost, head of innovation and technology at Armata Cyber Security. According to the ‘Connected Business: digital...

SENIOR DATA ANALYST (11 MONTHS) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Support RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending programme, approved, ongoing, completed, non-lending etc) in the region. Its purpose is to ensure qsupport RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending...

Software Developer SAP ABAP

Job OverviewSoftware Developers are responsible for developing the code that is used to construct advanced and complex technical solutions including applications, systems, integrations, and automation. 1. Lead the conceptualisation and design of new complex technical...

Software Developer SAP ABAP – Gauteng Johannesburg

Job OverviewSoftware Developers are responsible for developing the code that is used to construct advanced and complex technical solutions including applications, systems, integrations, and automation. 1. Lead the conceptualisation and design of new complex technical...

Technical Assistant (water treatment)

Kickstart your career in green tech: hands-on training and real-world impact in a booming industry!Is this you? You're technically minded, reliable, and eager to make a tangible difference. You take pride in your work, stay curious about new technologies, and enjoy...

Data Scientist – Durban at Ntice Search

Our Client is a forward-thinking organization leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and fuel innovation. They are committed to solving real-world problems with data-driven insights and are looking for a passionate Data Scientist to join our growing team. -...

Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Software Engineer Build Scalable Web3 & Blockchain Products with a Global Remote Team Remote (South Africa) | Market Related | SA Working Hours About Our Client Our client is a globally distributed software development company with teams spanning the U.S., France,...

Project Manager (Scrum Master – Cape Town – Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:A well-established shared services company located in Cape Town CBD is looking for a dedicated Scrum Master / IT Project Manager to join its dynamic team. The company provides high-quality support across multiple entities in areas such as Accounting,...

Developer – Technical Support (CH1118)

Our client, a leading innovator in financial wellness and inclusion, has developed a platform that enables employees to access their already earned wages early (EWA). They are now looking for a Developer – Technical Support to join their team. Requirements:Computer...

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