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Google, ALX host hardware hackathon
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Datatec celebrates 30 years on the JSE
Datatec is celebrating its 30th anniversary of being listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) which its CEO, Jens Montanana, says is a significant milestone that underscores the company’s growth, innovation, and resilience. Since its listing in 1994, Datatec...
Government departments owe SABC R30m
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These are the top 10 strategic tech trends for 2025
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Cybercrime rises while cybersecurity market slows
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