New crypto-stealing Trojan found in AppStore and Google Play
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Chinese computing market to soar by 42%
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Telecom leaders redefine the industry with network APIs
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Positive picture for business travel going forward
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Open source AI set to drive new innovation
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit in Johannesburg – Artificial intelligence (AI) has been the big IT buzzword for the last year and is ready to become a mainstream technology that can help organisations solve their IT and business challenges. Dion Harvey,...
Virtualisation is back in the spotlight
Kathy Gibson reports from Red Hat Summit in Johannesburg – Just a couple of years ago, few would have believed that virtualisation would be a pressing topic in 2024. “But virtualisation is back on the agenda - and it’s bigger than ever,” says Bruce Busansky,...
AI, adaptability top priorities for SMEs
The ability to adapt to rapidly changing external circumstances and leverage powerful new technologies are key to the growth and success of African small and medium enterprises (SMEs), according to a new report by SAP. Cameron Beveridge, head of mid-market at SAP MEA...
Marketplaces set to shake up omnichannel retail
South African manufacturers and retailers are starting to look more carefully at how digital platforms such as e-commerce marketplaces, super apps and social commerce can form part of an omnichannel strategy to reach consumers wherever they are. Those that can...
Young scientists compete for top honours at Eskom Expo International Science Fair
Hundreds of bright young minds from 35 regions across South Africa and various other countries are set to participate in this year's Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) for an opportunity to achieve top recognition and win life-changing...
Obituary: Pravin Gordhan
Pravin Gordhan, former Minister of Public Enterprise and SARS commissioner, has died. Known for his activism credentials and opposition to corruption, Gordhan succumbed to cancer at the age of 75. Gordhan was appointed as Commissioner of the South African Revenue...
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Red Hat, Arm collaborate on 5G and vRAN solutions
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Your data was stolen – now what?
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Modern data management platforms for modern data management problems
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Intermediate Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We're looking for a passionate Software Engineer to design, develop and install software solutions. Ideally, the candidate should be able to build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software in compliance with coding standards and technical design. Software...
Junior Software Developer (C#.Net) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Junior Software Developer with strong C#.Net skills is sought by dynamic provider of world-class Outsourced and Incident Management Services based in Tokai. You will help design, develop and maintain various business...
Automation Tester (Senior/ Lead) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Senior Java Developer – T at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join our team as a Senior Java Developer and play a key role in shaping cutting-edge telecommunications solutions!You'll drive system design and architecture, guide developers on technical decisions, and ensure high-quality code through development and review. You'll...
Senior Software Engineer (Java) (Remote)
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Splunk Developer – 2285
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Senior Java Developer – T at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Senior Software Engineer (Java) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
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Splunk Developer – 2285 – Gauteng Pretoria
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Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group
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