Cloud maturity the defining factor for insurers’ competitiveness
South Africa’s insurance sector is entering a critical inflexion point, with Deloitte’s view being that that AI ambition across the industry will stall unless insurers accelerate cloud modernisation in parallel with their AI strategies. The report shows that although...
‘Valuable’ personal data worth just €2 per user for GDPR non-compliance
Last year, European data protection authorities issued over 330 penalties for GDPR non-compliance, totaling nearly €1,15-billion in fines. The most expensive mistake was processing personal data without a sufficient legal basis, particularly within the media,...
How chip research is shaping physical AI
AI and graphics research breakthroughs in neural rendering, 3D generation and world simulation power robotics, autonomous vehicles and content creation. Physical AI — the engine behind modern robotics, self-driving cars and smart spaces — relies on a mix of neural...
Call for better digital rights protection
South Africa should consider tighter legislation similar to a ground-breaking proposal by Denmark to respond to the challenges of Generative AI by ensuring the protection of individual rights and mitigate AI-enabled social engineering. This has become even more...
Turning geography into opportunity: new priorities for landlocked economies
A United Nations summit focused on the future of landlocked developing countries aims to address the persistent barriers these economies face in trade, logistics and investment. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, laid out a...
Legal departments are not realising tech benefits
General counsel (GC) must take three actions to improve legal technology outcomes in their departments, according to Gartner. “GCs and legal leaders often have a poor understanding of what is needed for effective technology implementation and use in their functions,”...
Phishing emails linked to Efimer trojan
Between October 2024 and July 2025, more than 5 000 users - both individuals and organisations - fell victim to the Efimer trojan, according to Kaspersky Network Security. The malware was particularly impactful in Brazil, affecting around 1 500 victims. These attacks...
African countries not leveraging health taxes
As Africa confronts a mounting public health crisis, a simple yet powerful solution is being left on the table: health taxes. While the continent battles the dual burden of rising noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and persistent infectious disease burden, most countries...
Applications open for 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series
Local SMMEs with ambitions to grow are invited to apply for the 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series, ahead of this year's Bellville Business Expo (BBExpo), taking place on 28 and 29 October 2025, at the Tyger Valley Centre Arena. Now in its third year, the Level Up...
Trump opens $9trn retirement market to crypto
US president Donald Trump has signed a landmark executive order that will reshape how millions of Americans build wealth by opening the doors of the country’s $9-trillion retirement market to cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other alternative assets. The order,...
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SAPICS conference takes supply chain metamorphosis theme
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Sustain talent through employee wellbeing
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Sustain talent through employee wellbeing
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RS unveils Better World product range
RS South Africa has announced the launch of its Better World product range. A major focus of the range is on products that save energy or water and cut CO2 emissions, thereby helping its customers to reduce their environmental impacts and help tackle climate change....
Innovation without disruption resonates with SA enterprises
Avaya's South African customers face the same challenges in moving to the cloud, and many of them have bought into the company's phased approach. Brett Butler, country manager of Avaya South Africa, points out that many of Avaya's largest customers in the financial...
How to deal with disputes in the Metaverse
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Dell extends Apex portfolio for a simplified cloud experience
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Cisco unveils Webex AI strategy
At WebexOne, Cisco announced a new AI strategy for Webex that will improve communication and collaboration. Unlike AI offerings that solely focus on text or documents, Webex will use real-time communications for audio and video to solve everyday challenges, such as...
Harness soft skills for digital transformation
With digital transformation initiatives in throttle across many South African organisations, a vital cog that many often overlook is to nurture soft skills to make their strategies pay off. Digital transformation is the process whereby companies embed technologies...
Executives need to protect themselves against social media scammers
With the rise of social media scams globally, business executives find themselves increasingly targeted by cybercriminals seeking to exploit their personal and professional lives. WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram have become prime platforms for scammers to lure...
Software Quality Engineer
Test Automation Development: Design, build, and execute reusable automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API testing.Collaboration: Work closely with QA Leads, Developers, Architects, and Product Owners to define and implement automation strategies.Agile...
Quality Assurance Tester at Resourgenix – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Essential skills you'll bring to the table A minimum of 5 years hands-on automation testing experience.Computer Science related degree, diploma, or similar qualification.ISTQB Foundation LevelExperience in working with agile teams and successfully delivering agile...
IT Risk Manager – Gauteng Sandton
IT Risk ManagerAccelerate Your Career in Global FinanceR 800,000 - R 990,000 per annumJoin a prestigious financial institution in Sandton, Johannesburg, known for its innovative solutions and customer-centric approach. This role offers the opportunity to harness your...
Software Quality Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Test Automation Development: Design, build, and execute reusable automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API testing.Collaboration: Work closely with QA Leads, Developers, Architects, and Product Owners to define and implement automation strategies.Agile...
SAP Software Test Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a SAP Software Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field5-8 years of...
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming Spark Iceberg on Kubernetes)
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming, Spark, Iceberg on Kubernetes)Remote | R100 000 - R110 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing, technology-driven company building advanced, high-performance data platforms that power analytics, AI, and business...
SAP Software Test Analyst – Western Cape Observatory
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a SAP Software Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field5-8 years of...
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming Spark Iceberg on Kubernetes) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming, Spark, Iceberg on Kubernetes)Remote | R100 000 - R110 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing, technology-driven company building advanced, high-performance data platforms that power analytics, AI, and business...
Front End Developer
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Senior Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions
Cape Town based candidates only. The Senior Data Scientist will be responsible for developing, validating, and operationalizing advanced machine learning and AI models that support strategic business outcomes across the retail value chain — including customer...
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