Despite perceived value, companies lag in digital workplace redesign

Eight in 10 IT decision-makers say the digital workplace is critical to successful AI-led transformation – but only 10% report fundamentally redesigning it for AI. This is among the findings from Lenovo’s sixth Work Reborn report, The AI-ready workplace, which exposes...

In the AI era, control is not enough: you have to prove it

A new report from IBM, Proof, Not Promises: The Digital Sovereignty Index, reveals an “overconfidence gap”: leaders believe they can prove sovereign control of their technology, but the evidence often falls short of the Index’s highest standards. As AI adoption...

AI set to drive a net increase in jobs by 2030

AI is expected to drive a net increase of 1,7-million jobs by 2030, according to Gartner, which says AI will create more jobs than it eliminates - generating 10,6-million new jobs, while removing 8,9-million jobs worldwide by 2030. “Organisations most advanced in AI...

A familiar face takes the reins at Tarsus

By Mark Davison - After months of speculation, Alviva Holdings – parent company of Tarsus Distribution – has announced a new, permanent CEO for one of South Africa’s oldest and leading distributors. Thibault Dousson, currently director of Lenovo’s Solution and...

May’s economic activity drops

The PayInc Economic Index, which tracks the monthly value of electronic transactions cleared through PayInc alongside wholesale cash demand, showed a significant decline in May 2026, as rising costs and global tensions take a toll on households and businesses. “The...

Access to capital a persistent barrier for SA’s young entrepreneurs

South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis continues to deepen as reflected in Stats SA’s latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS). The data shows that 258 000 South Africans under the age of 34 lost their jobs in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the growing...

How AI cybersecurity could play out in 2026

Kaspersky experts outline how the rapid development of AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape in 2026, both for individual users and for businesses. Large language models (LLMs) are influencing defensive capabilities while simultaneously expanding opportunities...

Quality lags as AI translation becomes business-critical

AI translation has quietly crossed a threshold inside global organisations. What was once treated as a support function or experimental efficiency tool is now embedded in core business operations, spanning IT, customer support, product, and revenue teams. But a 2026...

xAI gets another $20bn in funding

xAI, Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) company, has raised $20-billion to fund its bid to train the most intelligent chatbot - $5-billion more than it initially aimed to achieve. This is believed to have pushed the company’s valuation to more than $230-billion....

Could Venezuela crisis act as Bitcoin price catalyst?

The crisis in Venezuela is pushing Bitcoin higher and is likely to serve as a broader price catalyst. The comments from Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group follow Washington’s actions that have sharply intensified political and financial pressure on Caracas, reigniting...

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...

Nvidia kicks off next-generation AI with Rubin

Nvidia has kickstarted the next generation of AI with the launch of the Nvidia Rubin platform, comprising six new chips designed to deliver one AI supercomputer. The Rubin platform uses extreme codesign across the six chips — the Nvidia Vera CPU, Nvidia Rubin...

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Gen Z demands a rethink of permanent employment

Workers had barely adapted to a remote and hybrid workplace before businesses demanded more time in the office, writes By Gary Silbermann, co-founder and innovation director at One Degree. Tech big hitters such as Dell and Tata Consultancy Services have warned workers...

The impact of cybercrime on employee health and happiness

Not only is cybercrime bad for business, but employees also pay the price. Researchers have identified a correlation between the spectre of cybercrime and employee health and wellbeing. Stress, fear, and uncertainty are leading to poor health, such as burnout,...

Don’t import skills, grow them at home

There is no doubt that South Africa faces a skills crisis, especially when it comes to digital knowledge that will revolutionise the world. Yet sourcing international professionals to fill the local digital skills gap is not sustainable in the long run, writes Ursula...

Omnichannel could improve debt collection, customer service

South Africa narrowly escaped a technical recession, according to the latest figures released by Stats SA in early March. By Martie De Beer, executive: contact centre at Telviva Recession or no recession, growth is just not high enough to improve economic conditions...

Battling the persistent threat of N-Day vulnerabilities

While zero-day exploits often dominate headlines, N-day exploits, which involve the use of long-standing and known vulnerabilities, may pose a significantly greater security risk to organisations. N-day vulnerabilities offer virtually free-for-all access for...

Backups are your digital safety net

In an era where digital assets underpin the fabric of modern society and data serves as the lifeblood of both individuals and enterprises, the imperative of robust data security measures cannot be overstated. So much so that the Veeam Data Protection Trends Report...

Competition Commission publishes revised Public Interest Guidelines

On 20 March 2024, the Competition Commission of South Africa (Commission) published revised Public Interest Guidelines relating to merger control (the Revised Guidelines). The Revised Guidelines follow the Draft Public Interest Guidelines (the Draft Guidelines), which...

How AI is impacting recruitment

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be transformative across various industries. AI could enhances many functions rather than replacing real people, and this is true for the world of...

AI and robotics skills can help children thrive in the digital age

With companies placing increasing importance on artificial intelligence (AI) and big data skills, schools should be incorporating subjects like AI and robotics to help pupils master them early on. The full-scale implementation of the Department of Basic Education's...

Safeguarde company devices in the face of cyber threats

In an increasingly interconnected world where digital devices often serve as the lifeblood for many businesses, some of the most significant vulnerabilities for cybercrime lie in the devices entrusted to employees. From laptops to smartphones, these devices often...

Network Administrator

Establish network specifications by conferring with users, analysing workflow, access, information, and security requirements Day to day administration of Cisco, Fortinet firewalls, switches and routers, including interface configuration and routing protocols Day to...

Information Security Manager

Job Description:The Information Security Manager will lead our client's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the...

Network Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria

Establish network specifications by conferring with users, analysing workflow, access, information, and security requirements Day to day administration of Cisco, Fortinet firewalls, switches and routers, including interface configuration and routing protocols Day to...

Information Security Manager – Remote Remote

Job Description:The Information Security Manager will lead our client's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operations across a hybrid cloud infrastructure. This includes managing Microsoft security capabilities, integrating firewall technologies, overseeing the...

Senior Angular Developer

Senior Angular DeveloperLocation: Johannesburg or Cape Town (hybrid way of work)Digital group SA - AppDev - (6 – 12 Months Contract)The Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Angular Developer to join our dynamic development team. The successful person will be...

Mobile Solution Architect Lead

Mobile Solution Architect Mobile Solution Architect Lead will take full ownership of our client's consumer mobile ecosystem. The mission is to oversee the current delivery, evaluate the existing code, and lead the strategic transition to an in-house engineering team...

Senior Angular Developer – Gauteng Midrand

Senior Angular DeveloperLocation: Johannesburg or Cape Town (hybrid way of work)Digital group SA - AppDev - (6 – 12 Months Contract)The Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Angular Developer to join our dynamic development team. The successful person will be...

Mobile Solution Architect Lead – Western Cape Cape Town

Mobile Solution Architect Mobile Solution Architect Lead will take full ownership of our client's consumer mobile ecosystem. The mission is to oversee the current delivery, evaluate the existing code, and lead the strategic transition to an in-house engineering team...

Senior Systems Engineer at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support and strengthen our organisation's IT environment.The Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for the stability, security, and performance of the organisation's IT infrastructure. This role provides...

Intermediate Python Develper at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Join a Leading Retail Innovator as an Intermediate Python Developer!Are you a passionate Python developer looking to make a real impact in the retail space? Our client, a forward-thinking retail company, is seeking an Intermediate Python Developer to drive the...

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