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...

Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

INX-ZA future-proofs Internet connectivity in SA

INX-ZA, the Internet exchange point division of the Internet Service Provider Association (ISPA), has appointed Nokia to modernise its exchange infrastructure to offer new 400GE and expanded 100GE services to its customers across the country. As a result, it says,...

GReAT uncovers new Trojan GodRAT

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered GodRAT - a new Remote Access Trojan distributed via malicious screensaver files disguised as financial documents and that were delivered through Skype messenger up until March 2025 - and subsequently...

European companies to up security spend

According to the Worldwide Security Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), European security spending is projected to grow by 11,8% year on year in 2025. Geopolitical developments, the intensification of cybercrime activity, and a tightening...

Hubble helps precisely measure Uranus’s rotation rate

An international team of astronomers using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has made new measurements of Uranus' interior rotation rate with a novel technique, achieving a level of accuracy 1 000 times greater than previous estimates. By analysing more than a...

New risks for employers amid hiring crisis

With South Africa’s unemployment rate exceeding 32% and expected to rise beyond 33% this year, there’s been an increase in fake qualifications, identity fraud, and financial misrepresentations in the hiring processes. At the same time, businesses, under pressure to...

Phishing kits make it easier for cybercriminals to steal your data

The cybersecurity threat posed by phishing attacks is growing more dangerous as cybercriminals increasingly rely on phishing kits — pre-made malicious packages that allow anyone with minimal technical knowledge to launch sophisticated data-stealing scams. Phishing...

SA consumers are still under pressure

South African consumers remain under financial pressure, spending less and even dipping into savings for everyday expenses. These are among the finding from the new SpendTrend25 report from Discovery Bank and Visa, the third annual collaborative report of South...

DBSA finances SA’s largest wind farm

The first phase of the Overberg Wind Farm project has successfully reached financial close with Red Rocket a renewable energy independent power producer. The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), alongside Absa Bank and Standard Bank, has played a pivotal role...

Cleantech fund secures R2,4bn commitment

New GX Capital, co-founder of Dark Fibre Africa (DFA), and RMB Ventures (RMBV) have announced the first close of Airnergize Capital Fund I, focused on accelerating clean technology solutions in renewable energy, gas and water infrastructure across South Africa. It has...

Researchers sound alarm on teen vaping crisis

As vaping rates among South African teens surge to alarming levels, public health researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) are calling on the government to urgently enact the Tobacco Products & Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill to curb what they...

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RS unveils Better World product range

RS South Africa has announced the launch of its Better World product range. A major focus of the range is on products that save energy or water and cut CO2 emissions, thereby helping its customers to reduce their environmental impacts and help tackle climate change....

Innovation without disruption resonates with SA enterprises

Avaya's South African customers face the same challenges in moving to the cloud, and many of them have bought into the company's phased approach. Brett Butler, country manager of Avaya South Africa, points out that many of Avaya's largest customers in the financial...

How to deal with disputes in the Metaverse

Given the multi-faceted nature of the Metaverse, the disputes that could arise are limitless. It is therefore important that dispute resolution mechanisms that will be used in dealing with Metaverse-related disputes are agile enough to account for a new legal...

Dell extends Apex portfolio for a simplified cloud experience

Dell Technologies has announced several new products and enhancements to its exciting APEX portfolio of infrastructure, platforms and solutions, all delivered as-a-Service. * PowerFlex 4.5 - PowerFlex software-defined infrastructure offers agility, including the...

Cisco unveils Webex AI strategy

At WebexOne, Cisco announced a new AI strategy for Webex that will improve communication and collaboration. Unlike AI offerings that solely focus on text or documents, Webex will use real-time communications for audio and video to solve everyday challenges, such as...

Harness soft skills for digital transformation

With digital transformation initiatives in throttle across many South African organisations, a vital cog that many often overlook is to nurture soft skills to make their strategies pay off. Digital transformation is the process whereby companies embed technologies...

Executives need to protect themselves against social media scammers

With the rise of social media scams globally, business executives find themselves increasingly targeted by cybercriminals seeking to exploit their personal and professional lives. WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram have become prime platforms for scammers to lure...

Overcome contract management challenges

Every business depends on a web of relationships with numerous suppliers, service providers, advisors, clients, business partners, employees, shareholders, and other stakeholders to carry out its operations. In turn, the conditions, benefits, and responsibilities...

The crucial nexus of data governance and GRC

In today's data-driven landscape, the importance of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) cannot be overstated. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management It is disheartening to witness short sightedness when it comes to the perspective on governance. Many...

Hacking and your business: not if, but when

South Africa is experiencing a massive surge in internet crime. A shocking 78% of South African organisations were struck by a ransomware attack last year, up from 51% the previous year. And, according to INTERPOL's 2022 Africa Cyberthreat Assessment report, South...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment

About the Role:As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the successful execution of software development projects through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You will be responsible for meticulous project planning, resource...

Digital Implementation Specialist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...

Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Business Analyst – 2457

A client in the automobile industry is looking for a Business Analyst Hybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Solution design involving all stakeholders (Business/Developers/UI/QA)Participate in stand-up's and meet with end users...

Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Senior Full Stack Developer (Java + Angular) – Join a High-Impact Team in the Motor IndustryLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / HybridWork Type: Flexible Hours | Onsite & Remote Citizenship: SA citizens/residents preferred | Valid work permits consideredAre you...

Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About the Role:As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the successful execution of software development projects through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You will be responsible for meticulous project planning, resource...

Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Business Analyst – 2457 – Gauteng Pretoria

A client in the automobile industry is looking for a Business Analyst Hybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Solution design involving all stakeholders (Business/Developers/UI/QA)Participate in stand-up's and meet with end users...

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