Is Asia tech rout the first real ‘macro shock’ of the AI era?

The massive sell-off sweeping through Asia’s technology sector marks “the first real macro shock of the AI era” and exposes just how dependent global markets have become on a single investment theme, warns Nigel Green, CEO of financial advisors, deVere Group. The...

AI control gap widens as enterprise deployment scales

As AI moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide deployment, two-thirds of CIOs and CTOs in a new IBM Institute for Business Value study say they are being held accountable for AI systems they do not fully control, while governance struggles to keep pace at scale....

Intel aims to enable AI from chip to system

Intel has unveiled new development that address customers’ chip-to-systems-level AI needs with solutions tailored to address their specific industry challenges. The new offerings include: New rackscale AI infrastructure: Intel announced rackscale AI infrastructure for...

Global costs rise as trade and financial fragmentation spread

Geoeconomic fragmentation is imposing an annual cost of $213-billion to $307-billion on the global economy, according to a new World Economic Forum report. Driven by geopolitical tensions, economic security concerns and shifting trade relationships across major...

Intel Core Ultra Series 3 first built on Intel 18A

At CES 2026, Intel unveiled Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, the first AI PC platform built on Intel 18A process technology. Powering over 200 designs from leading, global partners, Series 3 will be the most broadly adopted and globally available AI PC platform...

AMD introduces Ryzen AI embedded processor portfolio

AMD has introduced the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded processors, a new portfolio of embedded x86 processors designed to power AI-driven applications at the edge. From automotive digital cockpits and smart healthcare to physical AI for autonomous systems, including humanoid...

SA’s deteriorating rule of law raises concerns

South Africa’s deteriorating rule of law poses one of the most significant risks to its future stability, prosperity, and global standing. This was the core message from Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of the Communication Risk Information Centre (COMRiC), in a keynote address...

Third-party platforms the ‘new front door for customer service’

More than half (51%) of all customer service journeys now begin on third-party platforms such as Google, YouTube, and ChatGPT - with search engines being the most popular starting point, according to a new survey by Gartner. The survey of 5 801 customers conducted in...

Amazon’s 1,5-million workforce dwarves its rivals

In the world of tech titans, revenue and profit are measured in hundreds of billions of dollars - and their workforce comes in tens of thousands of people. And while Apple remains the top earner in this elite group - raking in nearly $3 000 per second (meaning it...

New phishing threat uses fake HR updates

Kaspersky has identified an advanced phishing campaign targeting employees with personalised emails and attached documents disguised as HR policy updates. This campaign marks a significant escalation in phishing tactics, with attackers tailoring not only the email...

AI could improve accuracy of Earth-observing satellites

Cloud cover can keep optical instruments on satellites from clearly capturing Earth’s surface – but artificial intelligence could go a long way towards mitigating this. Still in testing, JPL’s Dynamic Targeting uses AI to avoid imaging clouds, yielding a higher...

End-user spending on information security to hit $213bn

Worldwide end-user spending on information security is projected to reach $213-billion in 2025, up from $193 billion in 2024, according to Gartner. Spending is estimated to increase 12,5% in 2026 to total $240-billion. “Established security spending will continue as...

Critical cybersecurity warning sounded

With cybercrime now officially ranked as the top business risk in South Africa, NEC XON has issued a critical alert about the dual threat of massive credential theft and AI-powered cyberattacks sweeping across the region. With rising incidents and evolving threat...

Cape Town ranked as one of the best workcation cities

In its third annual Work from Anywhere Barometer, International Workplace Group (IWG) has named Tokyo as the world’s leading workcation city for 2025, overtaking strong competition from the likes of Rio de Janeiro and last year’s winner, Budapest. Cape Town features...

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Avaya adds GenAI to CX

Avaya is demonstrating its vision for a future of customer and employee experiences powered by generative AI at Gitex Global, taking place this week in Dubai. The company is showing how what it dubs generative customer experience (CX) uses AI throughout the CX...

Where banks, telcos and insurance unite

In today's rapidly evolving financial services landscape, the once-distinct boundaries separating banks, telecommunications companies (telcos), and insurance providers have become increasingly blurred. By CG Selva Ganesh, vice-president and CEO: South Africa at In2IT...

Bad cell reception? Try WiFi calling

WiFi calling may behave just like a regular phone call but in the background it delivers superior call quality and reliability when you're connected to a strong WiFi network, write Craig Blignaut, product manager: WiFi and Theo Van Zyl, head of Wireless at Vox. Have...

The best detection and response strategy for cyberthreats

In a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, network operators in organisations of all sizes are grappling with an increasingly persistent and organised world of cybercriminals. Carlo Bolzonello, country lead for Trellix South Africa looks at some of the most common...

Supply chain optimisation through ERP intelligence

Findings contained in a new report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) indicate that Africa's economies have the potential to become major players in global supply chains. The Economic Development in Africa report, released in...

What security monitoring can tell you about your business

Security monitoring technology continuously logs and analyses data from network points and nodes, enabling security teams to detect and respond to incidents faster and, while this is crucial, it's not the full extent of its usefulness. By offering continuous...

Innovation, competition fueling disruption in trade credit insurance

South Africa's trade credit insurance offerings have largely retained their European roots making them less than ideal for the local market, says Gareth Joubert, MD at Hollard Trade Credit. "We have a matured trade credit insurance market, but the product is still on...

Mustek adds IBM to security portfolio

Mustek's Cloudshop has partnered with IBM's ReaQta division to expand its cybersecurity threat detection and response capabilities. IBM 's ReaQta's endpoint security solutions are designed to leverage AI to automatically identify and manage threats while remaining...

Frogfoot goes on the acquisition trail

Frogfoot Networks has acquired two fibre specialists - Garden Route Networks and Route Networks - to extend its connectivity and infrastructure capabilities along the South African coast. The acquisition allows for the organisation to seamlessly improve its...

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Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical operational support, including standby high priority support on rotation.Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Review code of team members to...

Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Are you a data visionary ready to blend cutting-edge machine learning with the fast-paced world of alcohol distribution? Our client — a leader in the industry — is revolutionizing how data powers product recommendations, customer insights, and operational...

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Android Developer (Senior Level) I'm assisting my client in finding an experienced Android Developer to join their innovative technology team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge Android applications that form part of a globally recognised...

Senior Data Scientist at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton

Are you a data visionary ready to blend cutting-edge machine learning with the fast-paced world of alcohol distribution? Our client — a leader in the industry — is revolutionizing how data powers product recommendations, customer insights, and operational...

Android Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein

Android Developer (Senior Level) I'm assisting my client in finding an experienced Android Developer to join their innovative technology team. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge Android applications that form part of a globally recognised...

Carbon Project Manager (PTA Hybrid)

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Senior Business Analyst BPA

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst BPA to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a 12-month contract. The Senior...

Carbon Project Manager (PTA Hybrid) – Gauteng Pretoria

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Senior Business Analyst BPA – Gauteng Centurion

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst BPA to join our financial services client based in Centurion on a 12-month contract. The Senior...

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