As business closures ease, debt recovery falters
In 2026, business insolvencies are expected to rise slightly again, against a backdrop of gradually easing financing costs. Behind this apparent stabilisation lies a still high level of fragility, particularly in the construction, chemical and textile industries. A...
TikTok culls close to a million videos in SA
TikTok removed more than 920 000 videos in South Africa during the third quarter of 2025. This is according to TikTok’s Q3 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, which details how the videos were removes for violating the platform’s Community Guidelines. Of the...
US, China close to a TikTok deal
Oracle is believed to have a key role in a new TikTok deal that would keep the app live in the US. Although a deal hasn’t yet been signed, US president Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are said to be close to an agreement on the future of the social media...
Study shows extent of savings with smart geysers
A Sensor Networks study reveals that large households of up to four people or more can save up to R500 on their monthly electricity bill by using smart geyser technology. The company, which has installed more than 12 000 smart geysers across South Africa, confirms...
Quantum computing and AI: Synergy or rivalry?
Quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are two technologies touted to revolutionise modern computing. In 2022, AI emerged from deep tech to a household name through the release of ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs). Meanwhile, quantum computers...
Nvidia partners with UK to build AI ecosystem
Nvidia is accelerating the AI industrial revolution in the UK, working with partners including CoreWeave, Microsoft and Nscale to build the nation’s next generation of AI infrastructure. By the end of 2026, the companies will build and operate AI factories that will...
North American telcos risk missing AI opportunities
With the entire world obsessed by artificial intelligence (AI), telecom service providers are still figuring out how to position themselves in the market and to profit from possible opportunities. To address the potential opportunities to serve enterprise customers...
Intel, Nvidia in $5bn AI partnering deal
Nvidia and Intel have announced a collaboration to jointly develop multiple generations of custom datacentre and PC products that accelerate applications and workloads across hyperscale, enterprise and consumer markets. The companies will focus on seamlessly...
Global AI spending will surge to $1,5trn this year
Worldwide spending on AI is forecast to total nearly $1,5-trillion in 2025 according to Gartner. "The forecast assumes continued investment in AI infrastructure expansion, as major hyperscalers continue to increase investments in data centres with AI-optimised...
Digital divide hinders service delivery to poor communities
The spread of digital technology has changed how services are delivered, but not always in ways that benefit everyone equally. At present, the system often tilts in favour of service providers and wealthier groups, leaving poorer or rural communities at a...
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How the digital revolution is impacting the way we study
The landscape of higher education is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the relentless advances in technology. Educational technology, often referred to as edtech, has become a powerful force reshaping traditional approaches to teaching and learning in...
A quick guide to the FIC Act
As is generally the case with new legislation, most businesses will only take it seriously once an inspector comes knocking. This should not be the case. Although the FIC Act (FICA) was created to prevent financial crime, following the guidelines set out in the Act...
IT trends set to drive business growth in 2024
2024 will see an even greater focus on customers through the effective use of data which will unlock new insights. This is according to Ethan Searle, business development director of LanDynamix, who says there is a big shift to software-as-a-service (SaaS) models with...
Budget delivers temporary reprieve, but danger still looms
A challenging economic environment and severe fiscal pressure meant that the duty of delivering the 2024 National Budget Speech in a critical election year was guaranteed to be a sweat-inducing task. By Dondo Mogajane, CEO of the Moti Group With debt warning bells...
Xero and Sumday enhance carbon accounting for advisors
Xero has announced a global partnership with advisor-first carbon accounting platform Sumday to help accountants and bookkeepers globally to manage their own and their clients' carbon accounting. As part of the partnership, Xero and Sumday will work together to...
SA’s bumpy road to meeting international best practice
It has been a year since the grim reality of South Africa's greylisting status by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). By Gabi Richards-Smith, partner, Kirsten Wolmarans, partner, Rashaad Carrim, partner and Lerato Lamola, associate director of Webber Wentzel While...
From frictionless to FrictionZero in business travel
In an age where even the brief wait for a coffee feels too long, the business travel scene is undergoing a radical transformation. Welcome to the era of FrictionZero Travel, where the concept of 'waiting' is as outdated as fax machines. This shift isn't just about...
How to navigate the fusion of GenAI and digital defence
The convergence of Generative AI (GenAI) and cybersecurity has emerged as a critical battleground amid ongoing digital transformation. Mandla Mbonambi, CEO of Africonology, asserts that in this dynamic intersection, cybersecurity professionals stand at the forefront,...
When is sharing oversharing on social media?
The recent "get to know me" trend on Instagram and TikTok may seem harmless, but cybersecurity experts have warned of the potential pitfalls of giving away too much of your personal information, particularly as it makes it easier for hackers to compromise your...
Deception technology crucial to unmasking the silent theft of data
The "silent theft" of data is an increasingly prevalent cyber threat to businesses, driving the ongoing leakage of personal information in the public domain through undetected attacks that cannot even be policed by data privacy legislation. By Iniel Dreyer, MD of Data...
Software Engineer (Python & C#) (Private Markets) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:TACKLE operational and data challenges across the Private Markets platform of a renowned Independent Asset Management Firm seeking a solutions-driven Software Engineer. Joining a multi-disciplinary team, you will help to deliver high-impact, AI-centered...
Junior / Mid-Level PHP
We're looking for a motivated Junior / Mid-Level PHP Developer to join our growing tech team in Cape Town, WC. In this role, you will architect, develop, and maintain both internal and client-facing functionality, from inception through to deployment. You'll work on...
Junior / Mid-Level PHP – Western Cape Cape Town
We're looking for a motivated Junior / Mid-Level PHP Developer to join our growing tech team in Cape Town, WC. In this role, you will architect, develop, and maintain both internal and client-facing functionality, from inception through to deployment. You'll work on...
Senior Systems Administrator (JHB)
ENVIRONMENT:BE responsible for administration and maintenance of all company networks, servers, and hardware; as well as ensuring there is robust Cybersecurity and data security protocols in place as the next Senior Systems Administrator wanted by a provider of...
Senior Systems Administrator (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:BE responsible for administration and maintenance of all company networks, servers, and hardware; as well as ensuring there is robust Cybersecurity and data security protocols in place as the next Senior Systems Administrator wanted by a provider of...
IT Technician
Job Description: IT TechnicianJob Title: IT Technician Department: IT Reports to: IT Manager Location: Woodstock - Cape RegionJob SummaryThe IT Technician will serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providing technical support to end users...
IT Technician – Western Cape Cape Town
Job Description: IT TechnicianJob Title: IT Technician Department: IT Reports to: IT Manager Location: Woodstock - Cape RegionJob SummaryThe IT Technician will serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providing technical support to end users...
DATA ANALYST
Role Summary: The incumbent will support the development and execution of the National Empowerment Fund's strategic objectives, driving innovation within the development finance sector. The role includes conducting research and analysis as well as preparing reports...
DATA ANALYST – Gauteng Sandhurst
Role Summary: The incumbent will support the development and execution of the National Empowerment Fund's strategic objectives, driving innovation within the development finance sector. The role includes conducting research and analysis as well as preparing reports...
Project Manager
Main Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this role is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of training programs by managing schedules, resources, materials, while also overseeing quality control, budget adherence, compliance, and profitability.Key...
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