SA is under cyberattack, with a leak every minute
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AI key to renewed ocean cleanup efforts
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Free AI set to increase uptake of Google’s Workspace platform
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Report raises concern about DeepSeek security
The launch of China’sDeepSeek’s R1 AI model sent shockwaves through global markets, reportedly wiping $1 trillion from stock markets in just a couple of days. Marc Andreeses, an advisor to US president Donald Trump advisor and a tech venture capitalist descibes the...
AI to change and complicate the security game
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AI robotics set to boom
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Can organisations keep up with the rise of AI models?
In the AI gold rush era, where new large language models (LLMs) and other AI solutions emerge almost weekly, modern organisations are increasingly eager to employ machine learning. With the recent appearance of DeepSeek-R1 and Alibaba’s Qwen2.5-Max models, which have...
Positive trends for IT distribution revenues
In the fourth quarter of 2024, Distributor Revenues grew 2,3% year-over-year, landing at $21,4-billion, but this solid end to the year was not enough to outweigh weaker sales in earlier quarters, and 2024 ended down 1,1% year-over-year according to the International...
Schools urged to register for Computer Olympiad Talent Search
The Institute of Information Technology Professionals South Africa (IITPSA) has urged more South African schools to register their learners to take part in the 2025 Computer Olympiad Talent Search - a free, fun challenge to help schools identify and nurture STEM...
Global air passenger demand hits record high
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2024 full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance showing record high demand. Total full-year traffic in 2024 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 10,4% compared to 2023. This...
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Public sector must respond to online threats in real time
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Graig joins Paratus Namibia board as ESG chairperson
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Velocity acquires Stellarise
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Support RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending programme, approved, ongoing, completed, non-lending etc) in the region. Its purpose is to ensure qsupport RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending...
SAP Solutions Architect – Retail | S/4HANA Migration Expert at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Seeking an experienced SAP Solutions Architect with deep expertise in SAP Retail and a strong track record of leading migrations to S/4HANA. The role is responsible for designing scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that align with business strategy, technology...
SENIOR DATA ANALYST (11 MONTHS) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Support RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending programme, approved, ongoing, completed, non-lending etc) in the region. Its purpose is to ensure qsupport RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending...
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Software Developer SAP ABAP – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Technical Assistant (water treatment) – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
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