Webb telescope traces the many shapes of nebulae
Since their discovery in the late 1700s, astronomers have learned that planetary nebulae, or the expanding shell of glowing gas expelled by a low-intermediate mass star late in its life, can come in all shapes and sizes. Most planetary nebula present as circular,...
rAge 2025 levels up with new venue
rAge (the really Awesome gaming expo) is moving to a new venue for its upcoming event on 5 to 7 December 2025, becoming one of the first events to be hosted at Fourways Mall's 50 000 square meters of covered space rooftop. Fourways Mall is undergoing a transformation...
Global crypto ‘arms race’ is on as US passes legislation
The US has passed its first major national cryptocurrency legislation - the Genius Act - signaling the most aggressive shift yet in Washington’s approach to digital assets. Backed by President Trump, the bill marks a landmark moment for the crypto sector and ignites...
Made-in-SA platform makes AI more accessible
A South African company hopes to change the way people across the country and beyond access and engage with artificial intelligence (AI). Siza AI, built by Durban-based tech developer, Jeeten (Jay) Bhoora, is believed to be Africa’s first fully email-powered AI...
AI investments a priority as capital spending stalls
Chief financial officers (CFOs) are entering the second half of 2025 facing a mix of cost pressures, policy shifts and geopolitical risks, resulting in 37% of finance leaders already pausing some capital spending, according to a survey by Gartner. “This survey of...
PC shipments are up amid tariff concerns
Counterpoint Research’s preliminary estimates from its PC service indicate that the global PC shipment market grew 8,4% YoY in Q2 2025, marking the highest YoY increase since 2022 when pandemic-driven demand lifted the market. The Q2 growth was mainly driven by the...
Uranus is warmer than we thought
For millennia, astronomers thought Uranus was no more than a distant star. It wasn’t until the late 18th century that Uranus was universally accepted as a planet. To this day, the ringed, blue world subverts scientists’ expectations, but new NASA research helps puzzle...
SA companies go all-in on AI adoption
Kathy Gibson reports – South African corporates are fully embracing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), which is well on its way to being used as a mature and useful tool. This is the headline finding from the South African GenAI Roadmap 2025 presented today...
Advance in speculative decoding speeds AI
Researchers from Intel Labs and the Weizmann Institute of Science have introduced a major advance in speculative decoding. The new technique, presented at the International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML), in Vancouver, enables any small “draft” model to...
Don’t fall for a QR code scam
In today’s digital world, QR codes are placed on almost everything - from yogurt containers and restaurant menus to museum exhibits, and even utility bills and parking lots. People use them to open websites, download apps, collect loyalty programme points, make...
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The intersection of fintech, AI and robust infrastructure is shaping the future of finance
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How to manage the hidden complexities of global payroll
As companies expand their operations across borders, managing payroll becomes increasingly complex. Each country has its own set of rules, tax structures, employment laws and reporting requirements, and what runs smoothly in one country can become a major compliance...
The role of global tech providers in advancing Africa’s energy landscape
Transforming Africa’s energy landscape demands more than infrastructure - it calls for visionary leadership and unified action. By Edith Kikonyogo, MD of Aggreko Africa True progress lies in collaboration over competition, where governments, financiers, and technology...
Learn about autonomous AI agents from self-driving cars
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Employee engagement is broken – and it’s costing you
If “improve communication” is the best your employee engagement data can offer, you’ve got a bigger problem than poor communication. You’ve got bad data – vague, lagging, and impossible to act on. And that’s not just frustrating. It’s expensive. “Companies aren’t...
Master social media for job searching success
In today’s digital age, your online presence is more than a personal diary or collection of memories. By Shani van Eck, business administrator at EQPlus It’s a reflection of your professional persona and personal brand, playing a crucial role in the hiring process....
The evolution of AI in patient consent in a data-driven future
One area undergoing significant evolution in the healthcare industry is the process of obtaining patient consent. It is a topic that is highly controversial but absolutely necessary and one that must evolve if we are to bring patient care into the 21st century. Henry...
Retail investing shifts to younger investors
The World Economic Forum’s Global Retail Investor Outlook 2024 confirms a sustained shift towards younger retail investors. Spanning 13 economies, including South Africa, the research finds that 30% of Gen Z start investing in early adulthood – compared to 9% of Gen X...
Tech won’t save your business from cyberthreats
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of information security, presenting both unprecedented opportunities and significant new threats. By Ryan Boyes, governance, risk and compliance officer at Galix While AI-driven solutions can enhance threat...
Developer – PYTHON (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Role:Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities:Product design, programming, bug verification, and testing of computer programs for software products and/or customer applications.Researching problems and...
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our international client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees (in SA) many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their...
Front End Developer – 0240 – Gauteng Pretoria
A client in the automobile industry is looking for a Front End Developer Hybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Front End: Java, Angular framework, HTML, CSS, JavaScript or similarGood understanding of frameworks and libraries like...
IT Technician – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Job Description: IT TechnicianJob Title: IT TechnicianDepartment: ITReports to: IT ManagerLocation: KZN RegionThe IT Technician will serve as the first point of contact for all IT-related issues, providingtechnical support to end users within the organization. The...
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Software Developer – Senior (.Net) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client, a specialised IT firm, partners with organisations to tackle substantial enterprise-level business, system, or project challenges. Their approach combines a proactive "start-now" philosophy with agile development and just-in-time design...
Full Stack Developer – 0599
A client in the automobile industry is looking for a Full Stack DeveloperHybrid Role: Menlyn/Midrand/Roslyn/Home OfficeProduct / Feature Team Information (if applicable)Team Name: FleetDataAn energetic and driven feature team of 15 people that monetise the sensor data...
Developer – Java (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
Role: Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities: Build and support applications in a technically exciting and challenging industry. Design, develop, test, document and support applications written in Java....
Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Senior Full Stack DeveloperMidrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Remote (Hybrid)Join a world-class IT team driving global innovation.Our client in the motor industry is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to be part of a high-impact team developing cutting-edge digital...
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