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...

Financial services leans into AI

AI has taken centre stage in financial services, automating the research and execution behind algorithmic trading and helping banks more accurately detect fraud and money laundering — all while improving risk management practices and expediting document processing....

Vodacom partners with SA Rugby

Building on its longstanding relationship, Vodacom and SA Rugby have signed a landmark partnership agreement naming Vodacom the first and exclusive official telecommunications partner to all national Springbok teams and SA Rugby affiliated competitions. From junior to...

Network International expands portfolio with Absa

Absa Business Banking has appointed Network International - a leading digital commerce group in the Middle East and Africa – as its digital payments technology partner. Network will provide Absa with end-to-end payment processing capabilities through a single payments...

Sweepsouth sweeps top place at SA Tech Challenge

Home services platform Sweepsouth has taken first place in the Digital Platforms category at this year’s SA Tech Challenge - a G20 Presidency initiative recognising the country’s most innovative and impactful technology solutions. The award celebrates scalable...

Open call for bold women tech founders in SA

The Aurora Tech Award is calling on female-led tech startups in South Africa to apply for the chance to secure up to R1,9-million in prize money. South Africa’s tech ecosystem is growing fast, but women-led startups still face major hurdles with less than 2% of global...

AI features big in Telkom’s planning

Telkom says it has embraced artificial intelligence (AI) as a cornerstone of its digital transformation strategy, spending R46-million in this financial year aligning its AI initiatives with business strategy. “AI enables us to optimise operations, personalise...

AI-led businesses ignore humans at their peril

No-one would argue that artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, but there is some irony in the fact that as more business functions - from data collection and analysis, to everyday operations - are performed digitally the more customers seek to...

CFOs going all-in on AI

Chief financial officers (CFOs) have fundamentally shifted their approach to artificial intelligence (AI), according to new research from Salesforce, moving from cautious spenders to strategic investors who are betting on AI not just for cost-cutting, but as a crucial...

Microsoft patches vulnerabilities exposed by Check Point

Microsoft has released the final patches for six newly discovered Windows vulnerabilities identified by Check Point Research, including one rated as critical. These vulnerabilities could crash entire systems or allow attackers to run malicious code, posing real risks...

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Brands must take more care of consumer data

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Say hello to the new AI team

With the rapid rise in artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI, enterprises who initially experimented with select AI use cases are now reimagining company-wide processes and strategies for how the business fundamentally operates. By Brendan Grady, GM:...

Keep your hybrid workforce engaged with your culture

Hybrid workforces have become increasingly popular over the last few years, especially with the rise of remote work technologies and lessons learned from the Covid-19 pandemic. But, while numerous studies have shown that most employees love the flexibility of being...

Disruptive technology drives progress in smart manufacturing

The manufacturing industry is a tough industry, vulnerable to impacts from the economy, geo-political events such as conflict and pandemics, and other stresses that impact the global and local supply chains and markets. By Mark Wilson, CEO of Syspro EMEA & APAC...

Calling all technology trailblazers

The future of technology belongs to thought leaders, trailblazers and trendsetters. If that's your world, don't miss this year's Dell Technologies Forum on 9 November. It's the best opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest technology products and solutions,...

Huawei looks to accelerate rail’s digital transformation

At the recent Southern African Railways Association, Huawei revealed how its connectivity solutions are enabling the digital transformation of the railway industry. Its Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) solution, 5G Digital Indoor System, and Rail...

Founder education key to navigating the downturn

As the global tech ecosystem continues to experience a tough funding cycle, there is a critical need for African founders to invest in founder education if they want to raise investment in the medium term. "With African venture capital investments down by 43% in the...

Customer communication management builds banking platform trust

Everyone knows what businesses like Uber and AirBnB are - they are platforms that connect vendors who have something to sell with people who want to buy those goods and services. By Peter Ottermann, chief technology officer at GhostDraft This platform concept marked a...

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DevOps Engineer (Mid-Level) Help shape scalable cloud infrastructure and innovation for social impactRemote South Africa | R60,000 to R80,000 per month | 12-month renewable contract About Our ClientOur client is a purpose-driven, multidisciplinary organization...

Information Management Manager

To manage and develop the procurement, supply and distribution of information for Investor Services at its clients to support their needs and objectives. To work with electronic information, especially online databases, content management systems and internet...

DevOps – Western Cape Cape Town Region

DevOps Engineer (Mid-Level) Help shape scalable cloud infrastructure and innovation for social impactRemote South Africa | R60,000 to R80,000 per month | 12-month renewable contract About Our ClientOur client is a purpose-driven, multidisciplinary organization...

Information Management Manager – Remote Remote

To manage and develop the procurement, supply and distribution of information for Investor Services at its clients to support their needs and objectives. To work with electronic information, especially online databases, content management systems and internet...

IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN at Competent Candidates

An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled Junior IT Support Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical skills to grow their career within...

Solutions Developer- Implementation and Support

Our client based in Durban SA is a specialist in global logistics and shipping solutions for cars, trucks, rolling equipment and breakbulk.Purpose of the Role:Ensuring that the Operational systems and End user systems meet all business and contractual requirements...

Senior IT Operations Specialist

Lead the charge in IT operations, where your technical expertise powers business continuity. Is this you? You're calm under pressure, analytical, and solutions-driven. Whether you're tackling network downtime or optimising infrastructure performance, you thrive on...

IT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN at Competent Candidates – Gauteng Pretoria

An established company with national footprint within the financial sector is seeking to hire a highly skilled Junior IT Support Technician to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical skills to grow their career within...

Senior IT Operations Specialist – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Lead the charge in IT operations, where your technical expertise powers business continuity. Is this you? You're calm under pressure, analytical, and solutions-driven. Whether you're tackling network downtime or optimising infrastructure performance, you thrive on...

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