IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Flexible, AI-driven, multi-income careers: Gen Z wants it all

Gen Z professionals are rethinking their careers, embracing flexible, AI-enabled and multi-income pathways to build long-term earning potential, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). AI is not just another wave of innovation - it is part...

AI coding costs set to outstrip developer salaries

By 2028, AI coding costs will overtake the average developer’s salary due to rising large language model (LLM) token consumption and the shift to consumption-based licensing models, according to Gartner. AI tokens are the units of data processed by generative...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

SA young scientists recognised at Taiwan International Science Fair

Two exceptional young scientists from Limpopo and the Western Cape have been recognised for their innovative research projects at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF). Karabo Mpuru, a former learner at Northern Academy in Polokwane, and Yu-Yao...

What salary should you be earning?

What is your job worth to employers? To answer that question, online recruitment platform Pnet has released its Pnet Job Market Trends Report, including the 2026 Salary Guide. Based on actual salary offerings from thousands of vacancies posted across the company’s...

DeFi exploits have wiped out $59bn in five years

Over the past five years, DeFi has steadily moved beyond niche crypto circles into broader financial use with improved interfaces, Layer 2 adoption, and integrations with traditional fintech platforms making it feel more like regular online banking or investing. DeFi...

Ethernet switch market surges on AI infrastructure

The worldwide Ethernet switch market recorded $14,5-billion in revenue in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25) - a 42,1% YoY increase - fueled by strong growth in the data centre portion of the market as hyperscalers and cloud service providers race to build...

SA’s agriculture sector urged to rethink global strategies

In the face on ongoing geopolitical change, South Africa’s agricultural exporters are being encouraged to reposition their products into non-traditional markets. Speaking at an exclusive side event of the G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meeting, Paul Makube, senior...

Mars rover discovers potential biosignature

A sample collected by NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover from an ancient dry riverbed in Jezero Crater could preserve evidence of ancient microbial life. Taken from a rock named “Cheyava Falls” last year, the sample - called “Sapphire Canyon” - contains potential...

Rampant online retail set to hit R130bn

Kathy Gibson reports – Online retail is set to account for 10% of all retail spend in South Africa within just a few months, reaching a value of R130-billion by the end of this year. Arthur Goldstuck, MD of World Wide Worx, points out that the online market was worth...

Demand for AI skills in surges

Artificial intelligence (AI) skills are in high demand in the South African job market, with the demand in advertised roles requiring AI expertise increasing by 352% since 2019. This is one of the key insights to emerge from Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for August...

Africa is most heavily attacked region by cybercriminals

Check Point Research’s latest Global Threat Intelligence Report for August 2025 shows that organisations worldwide faced an average of 1 994 cyberattacks per week and, while this marked a 1% decline from July, it represents a 10% increase YoY - reinforcing that the...

Smartphone attacks are up in 2025

According to Kaspersky data, there were 29% more attacks on Android smartphone users in the first half of 2025 compared to the first half of 2024, and 48% more compared to the second half of 2024. In 2025, Kaspersky detected prominent mobile threats such as SparkCat,...

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The next big shift in SA’s energy infrastructure

South Africans have, sadly, become accustomed to the utter disappointment and dismay of high levels of loadshedding, often after some or other positive promise from political heads. By Lance Dickerson, MD and co-founder of Revov This year's State of the Nation Address...

Cisco, Microsoft, Samsung collaborate on meeting room experiences

Cisco, Microsoft and Samsung Electronics have announced new meeting room solutions to deliver enhanced collaboration experiences for hybrid meetings. The companies lauched integrated video collaboration solutions for Cisco Room Series. They include Front Row, an...

Demise of the solar tax rebate is no big deal

Much has been made about the fact that the tax rebate for solar energy installations for residences is due to lapse at the end of this month. But is this really cause for concern, asks Rein Snoeck Henkemans, CEO of Alumo Energy. Nice from far, but far from nice At...

Godongwana must address lack of education investment

Essential to a functioning South African economy, is a functioning South African education system. This is a key takeaway from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's 2024 Budget Speech, according to Dr Corrin Varady, CEO of IDEA. The Finance Minister allocated...

Pivot into productivity with AI

AI may be a topical conversation, but it is proving to be an invaluable time saver and productivity enhancer, writes Ellouise Langeveld, senior specialist: solutions at Altron Karabina. In 2023, Microsoft introduced Copilot to a select group of organisations and teams...

Payroll tax myths dispelled

Navigating payroll taxes can feel like charting uncharted territory, even for the most diligent earners. By Ancel Draai, MD of Applico To dispel some commonly held misconceptions, let's delve into six prevalent payroll tax myths in South Africa. Myth 1: Salary versus...

What the drive for sustainability means for IT distributors

We are living through an intense period of global uncertainty. Geopolitical threats, supply chain challenges, war, rising interest rates, mass global health events -- navigating a way through this landscape has arguably never been more challenging. But one threat...

Andries Zietsman takes up new TransUnion post

Information and insights company TransUnion Africa has promoted Andries (Dries) Zietsman to chief revenue officer. "Over the last five years, Dries has created exceptional partnerships and delivered tangible economic value to our customers across many of our key...

Should HR call the shots on business travel?

Business travel is a make-or-break issue for employees. A dream trip can inspire loyalty; a crammed business calendar of red-eye flights might send talent packing. But companies can flip the script by letting HR steer their travel programmes. The result? Happier, more...

Network Security Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain robust network security infrastructure to protect Customer's digital environment.Manage and optimize security platforms including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), DDoS mitigation tools, VPNs, secure...

Data Engineer (24 Months contract ) – Gauteng Pretoria

Data EngineerJOB DESCRIPTION Data Engineering & Pipeline ManagementDesign, build, and optimize T-SQL stored procedures, functions, and scripts for high-volume data processing and ECM scoring.Develop, deploy, and monitor end-to-end ETL/ELT workflows (e.g., SQL...

System Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our client is seeking a System Engineer who is willing to work in the field and collaborate closely with farmers. Key Requirements 2-5 years of experience in software engineering/ Data Engineer or Backend Engineering.Proficiency in Tech stack: Python, SQL, Rust and...

Front-End Web Developer

Front-End Web DeveloperBring Stunning Interfaces to Life in a Fast-Paced Creative AgencyIllovo, Sandton Office-Based | R18,000 - R25,000 p/m (DOE) About Our ClientThis is a dynamic digital media agency known for crafting clean, high-performance websites and digital...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 3335

Requirement AnalysisDevelopment and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...

Data Analyst

Shape the data story behind smart business decisions Is this you? You thrive on problem-solving, spotting patterns others miss and turning data into clear insights. You're a confident communicator who enjoys collaborating across teams, but also work well...

Front-End Web Developer – Gauteng Illovo

Front-End Web DeveloperBring Stunning Interfaces to Life in a Fast-Paced Creative AgencyIllovo, Sandton Office-Based | R18,000 - R25,000 p/m (DOE) About Our ClientThis is a dynamic digital media agency known for crafting clean, high-performance websites and digital...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 3335 – Gauteng Pretoria

Requirement AnalysisDevelopment and maintenance on platform/application.Code Reviews: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.Testing and defect resolution.Involvement and support in Deployment...

Data Analyst – Gauteng Sandown

Shape the data story behind smart business decisions Is this you? You thrive on problem-solving, spotting patterns others miss and turning data into clear insights. You're a confident communicator who enjoys collaborating across teams, but also work well...

Mid – Power Procurement Project Manager – 3 Year Contract

ENVIRONMENT:Join a world-leading scientific and technology organisation pioneering breakthroughs in large-scale data and signal processing. They are seeking a highly skilled Mid Power Project Manager to take ownership of procuring and delivering Power Purchase...

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