AI agents seen as essential, not just experimental

A new study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that enterprises are expected to significantly scale AI-enabled workflows, many driven by agentic AI, relying on them for improved decision making and automation. The AI Projects to Profits study, which...

Africa’s foreign investment hit record high in 2024

The latest World Investment Report from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights a significant rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa. In 2024, foreign investment in the continent shot up by 75% to reach $97-billion, representing 6% of global...

How to stay on top of data and analytics trends

Going forward, half of business decisions will be augmented or automated by AI agents; executive AI literacy will drive higher financial performance; and critical failures in managing synthetic data will risk AI governance, model accuracy and compliance. These are...

Security, capital challenges threaten energy transition gains

Global progress towards secure, equitable and sustainable energy is accelerating after years of sluggish gains, according to a new World Economic Forum report. However, rising geopolitical tensions, investment gaps, and a growing disconnect between clean energy...

AI-powered social innovation to build more resilient cities

Technologies like Generative AI and AI Agents are poised to change the way we interact with urban environments and tackle economic and environmental challenges. Over the next three decades, the world is projected to continue to urbanise. In fact, the share of people...

AI set to help sales associates juggle multiple jobs

By 2028, 10% of sellers will save enough time with AI to seek “overemployment”, covertly working multiple jobs, according to Gartner. The implementation and use of AI in sales will result in more sellers looking to engage in additional work outside their primary...

Industrial systems under increasing ransomware, spyware attacks

Kaspersky’s report on the cybersecurity landscape for industrial control systems (ICS) in the second quarter of 2024, revealed a 20% increase in ransomware attacks compared to the previous quarter. The report underscores a growing threat to critical infrastructure...

Gaming PCs on the road to recovery

At approximately 10,6- million units shipped, gaming PCs saw a modest YoY recovery of 2,4% in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker. Despite economic uncertainty that continues to...

Shopping apps skyrocket … and surge set to continue

Shopping apps, the third-largest segment of the app industry, have surged in popularity over the past five years fuelled by the growing number of companies that have embraced a mobile-centric approach. And they are now the number one choice for millions of shoppers...

European companies drag feet on new cybersecurity regulation

Organisations are navigating a landscape of mixed emotions as the Network and Information Security Directive 2022/2555 (NIS2) enforcement date approaches. NIS2, a regulation aimed at strengthening cybersecurity across the EU by expanding the scope and increasing the...

Richard Firth wins 2024 Conscious Companies Award

Richard Firth, chairman and CEO of MIP Holdings, has won the 2024 Conscious Companies Award. Every year Conscious Companies, an organisation dedicated to supporting leaders in reshaping the landscape of business and society to actively create a more sustainable,...

TCS Sustainathon challenges youth

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has launched the third annual South African edition of TCS Sustainathon, a problem-solving competition that challenges the youth to develop innovative ideas to address real-world issues through technology. TCS Sustainathon allows young...

The Hyprop MTN Shift winners are

…The Hyprop MTN Shift Gaming Experience 2024 reached a climax at Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Cape Town, from Wednesday 11 September to Sunday 15 September, with the top players battling for supremacy. With eight qualifiers held across the country in the participating...

Home Affairs adds detail to digitisation plan

Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber has outlined a five-year plan to digitise the department. Schrieber has previously announced his intention make Home Affairs digital-first, with the so-called Home Affairs @ home creating an environment where citizens will be able...

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Technology well-placed to end solar panel theft

The extended periods of higher-stage load shedding over the past year has forced South Africans into action. It is just not feasible to sit around and hope the national power utility fixes the mess as the economy suffers, and so there has been a massive boom in the...

South Africa moves closer to frictionless payments

E-commerce shoppers have been promised a frictionless checkout for years, but new moves by the card schemes will take South African consumers a step closer. Soon, local merchants will be able to offer online shoppers a faster checkout experience giving them a seamless...

DVT announces Databricks partnership

DVT has announced a new systems integration partnership with data and AI specialist and pioneer of the data lakehouse paradigm, Databricks. The partnership will see DVT rapidly growing a team of certified Databricks engineers, integrators and skilled specialists to...

Scope Markets ramps up its presence in SA

Scope Markets, a globally licensed securities broker, is ramping up its presence in South Africa and globally looking to bridge the gap in the wealth management industry by bringing innovative, alternative investment opportunities to local investors. In recent years,...

NEC XON appoints Armand Kruger as head of cybersecurity

NEC XON has announced the appointment of Armand Kruger as the head of cybersecurity, to oversee all cybersecurity offerings including cybersecurity strategy, programs, and executive advisory. Jason Barr, NEC XON executive: safety solutions, says Kruger brings deep...

Bay company wins second African tech award

Gqeberha-based Jendamark Automation has won technology innovation of the year for its Odin Manufacturing software at the Africa Tech Week Awards. This is the second award for Jendamark after it was named technology company of the year at last year's ceremony....

Technodyn International appointed Zebra Reseller

Technodyn International, the exclusive strategic partner for global cloud enterprise software company IFS in Sub-Saharan Africa, has been appointed as a reseller of leading digital solution provider Zebra Technologies. The Zebra devices are ideal for customers in,...

How can mobile technology redefine literacy in Africa?

In many ways, Africa stands out as a continent with a youthful population. According to the World Economic Forum, over 60% of Africa's population is under the age of 25. By 2030, young Africans are projected to make up 42% of the global youth population. As other...

How biometrics can support Africa’s political progress

As a continent, Africa has been an early adopter of using biometrics in elections to improve speed, transparency and security. Biometrics also supply crucial data on voter demographics and even possible predictions on voter turnout. However, if countries want to...

Senior Java Developer

Are you an expert in Java looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer to drive innovation and build top-tier software solutions. If you have a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, along...

Senior Java Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you an expert in Java looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer to drive innovation and build top-tier software solutions. If you have a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, along...

Cybersecurity Specialist (CPT Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:A reputable Financial Services Group seeks the technical expertise of a Cybersecurity Specialist with at least 5-10 years' experience in a technical hands-on administrative or engineering role responsible for Cybersecurity toolsets. Your role will include...

Senior Frontend Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge FinTech company seeks the coding expertise of an energetic & dynamic Senior Frontend Developer to join its team. Your role will include the design and development of complex application systems, participating in application architecture...

Senior HubSpot Developer

This role demands a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional client-facing skills. The ideal candidate will lead large-scale technical projects, develop advanced integrations, and guide clients through their digital transformation journey,...

Cybersecurity Specialist (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Mowbray

ENVIRONMENT:A reputable Financial Services Group seeks the technical expertise of a Cybersecurity Specialist with at least 5-10 years' experience in a technical hands-on administrative or engineering role responsible for Cybersecurity toolsets. Your role will include...

Senior Frontend Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge FinTech company seeks the coding expertise of an energetic & dynamic Senior Frontend Developer to join its team. Your role will include the design and development of complex application systems, participating in application architecture...

Senior HubSpot Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

This role demands a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and exceptional client-facing skills. The ideal candidate will lead large-scale technical projects, develop advanced integrations, and guide clients through their digital transformation journey,...

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