AI is reshaping global labour markets – and many could fall behind
The most resilient labour markets combine traditional labour policies with strategic investments in AI and personalised, data-driven strategies. While a number of countries are thriving, some in sub-Saharan Africa are at risk of being left behind. This is the headline...
AI, cybersecurity drive SMB market
The small and medium-sized business (SMB) market is witnessing a growing emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, with telecom service providers increasingly focusing on small office/home office (SOHO) businesses as the next key target. As AI and...
AI, cybersecurity taking centre stage among corporates
Global business sentiment witnessed a marginal improvement of 0,2% YoY during the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 and, while the technology, travel and tourism, and insurance sectors benefited from artificial intelligence (AI) driven innovations, challenges persisted in...
Hybrid working reduces holiday childcare stress
A study of over 1 000 working parents by International Workplace Group found that 61% said school holidays are stressful due to juggling childcare and work commitments. In contrast, 63% have their working life impacted by family routine during the holidays. This, in...
Bitcoin dominance ratio hits highest share since 2021
Despite significant price swings and fluctuations seen in April, June and the first weeks of August, Bitcoin's value has still jumped by roughly 51% year-to-date - adding nearly $450-billion to its market cap. Bitcoin's impressive performance and a double-digit price...
Remain vigilant! Banking scams are on the increase
As the countdown starts towards end of year festivities and that hard-earned holiday, the Southern African Fraud Prevention Services (SAFPS) is urging consumers to be vigilant - this time of the year is also peak season for fraudsters and scammers as they target...
Government commits to SDG alignment
Kathy Gibson reports – Government is taking the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) seriously, aligning the National Development Plan (NDP) and the Medium-Term Development Plan to the SDGs. The soon-to-be-released Medium-Term Development Plan will outline...
SA lags on SDGs, but private sector makes progress
Kathy Gibson reports - The private sector is making progress on attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), but there are still some significant challenges to overcome. Overall, South Africa has achieved just 17% of its goals, so there is still a tremendously...
Digitalisation a double-edged sword
Kathy Gibson reports - South Africa needs to keep up with global digitalisation, but the increased use of technology brings some serious challenges that need to be addressed. This is one of the conclusions from the 2024 Voluntary National Review on the Sustainable...
The emerging technologies to watch out for
The 25 disruptive technologies to watch on the latest Gartner Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2024 fall into four key areas: autonomous AI; developer productivity; total experience; and human-centric security and privacy programmes. "Generative AI (GenAI) is...
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Insurance and insurtech trends to expect in 2023
This year insurtech grows up - just in time to address a slew of new insurance industry needs, writes Louw Hopley, founder and CEO of insurtech platform Root. Insurtech has, in recent years, been both misunderstood and overhyped. Many saw the arrival of new...
Think about the planet when choosing a battery
Everyone is desperate: the president has declared a national state of disaster, we all want the lights on - but at what cost? That's the question we should all be asking ourselves if we are to be honest and claim to care about our planet. By Lance Dickerson, MD of...
RedCloud appoints Sameer Jooma as GM for SA
UK-headquartered global technology firm RedCloud Technology has announed the appointment of Sameer Jooma as GM for South Africa. Jooma will be responsible for accelerating the adoption of the world's first Open Commerce platform, Red101, and driving growth in the...
Power purchasing agreements the way forward for accessing reliable energy
Driven by the need to address the climate crisis, a reset of the entire energy sector is currently underway as the world lessens its dependence on traditional coal-based power and shifts towards renewable energy. However, access to capital has been delaying this...
Panda launches a safe, anonymous space for teenagers to receive mental health support
In response to the increased need for mental health support for young people, 'Panda for Teens' has been launched by the Panda team. The Panda app provides a safe and anonymous space for teenagers aged 16 and above to find community-based and professional support,...
Huawei launches smart residential PV solutions
Huawei has launched smart photovoltaic (PV) solutions for all scenarios of the African residential market at the Solar Power Africa Conference 2023 held in Cape Town. At the press conference announcing the launch, Xia Hesheng, president of Huawei Digital Power...
How cybercriminals are targeting lonely hearts
Looking for love in the digital world can be a treacherous journey, fraught with scammers and catfishers. And now, with the rise of deepfakes, the dangers have only escalated. As cybercriminals harness the power of AI to carry out their malicious schemes, the risk of...
Make sure your data strategy doesn’t get tripped up by data sovereignty
Data is immensely valuable to all organisations, a significant resource for the digital economy and the 'cornerstone of our EU industrial competitiveness,' says the European Commission. But its value is determined by how it can be protected and used by those who own...
Top SMB threats to watch out for in 2023
Small and medium-sized companies are great contributors to the global economy: according to the World Trade Organisation, SMBs represent more than 90% of all businesses worldwide. Due to cyberattacks, businesses may lose confidential information, finances, valuable...
From AI to intelligent AI and a whole new world for business
Artificial intelligence (AI) is not a new concept, but in recent years technological developments around it have begun to dramatically accelerate, thanks to greater availability of data, sophisticated analytical tools and more. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT...
IT and Financial Systems Specialist – Western Cape Paarl
Our client, a well-established and progressive FMCG manufacturing company based in Paarl, seeks to employ a Technology and Financial Systems Specialist to join their progressive and expanding professional finance and IT team. Please note that this is a senior role,...
Back-end Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is seeking a Back-end developer skilled in PHP. This role is ideal for a developer eager to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment. Key Requirements Proficiency in...
Junior Software Engineer
Hire Resolve's client in the Information Technology industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Junior Software Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng.ResponsibilitiesExecute full software development life cycle (SDLC)Design, develop, modify, implement, and support...
Senior Software Engineer (C# and .NET Core/.NET) at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain integration solutions using C# and .NET Core/.NET Framework. Build and manage APIs for data exchange, supporting both synchronous and asynchronous integrations. Implement...
RPG Developer
Senior RPG DeveloperRole Overview:As a Senior RPG Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining RPG applications that support business operations. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to...
Project Manager (Subsea -Manufacturing)
A Bachelor's degree or other relevant Tertiary Qualification in Engineering or related field is required complimented by not less than Minimum 3-5 years' plus solid experience as a Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager in Technical Projects, in the design and...
Full Stack C# Developer
Seeking a skilled C# Developer to work fully in-office in Cape Town. My client is seeking someone who is self-motivated and a problem solver. The successful candidate will be involved in the creation of web-based enterprise systems which automate and improve business...
Junior Software Engineer – Gauteng Centurion
Hire Resolve's client in the Information Technology industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Junior Software Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng.ResponsibilitiesExecute full software development life cycle (SDLC)Design, develop, modify, implement, and support...
Senior Software Engineer (C# and .NET Core/.NET) at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain integration solutions using C# and .NET Core/.NET Framework. Build and manage APIs for data exchange, supporting both synchronous and asynchronous integrations. Implement...
RPG Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Senior RPG DeveloperRole Overview:As a Senior RPG Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining RPG applications that support business operations. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to...
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