Between geopolitics and AI, global economic outlook hangs in balance

The global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, according to the latest edition of the World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists’ Outlook. Nearly nine in 10 chief economists surveyed expect global growth to weaken over the next 12 months, reversing...

Same job, different province, different pay

New jobs data shows significant variances in how much professionals in different parts of South Africa can earn based on regional, labour market dynamics. This is according to Pnet’s May 2026 Job Market Trends Report, which includes an exploration of how salary ranges...

NASA plans for a return to the Moon – this time to stay

NASA is embarking on one of the most ambitious space endeavors in its history: building the Moon Base near the lunar South Pole, establishing humanity’s first sustained presence on the Moon. The lunar South Pole is one of the most strategically and scientifically...

Supply chain planning threatened by AI hype and ‘agent washing’

Agentic AI is reshaping the supply chain planning landscape, but hype and “agent washing” are creating real risks for organisations under pressure to deliver results, according to Gartner. Supply chain planning (SCP) leaders who focus on proven use cases, strengthen...

Could Bitcoin outperform Nasdaq, gold?

Bitcoin may well outperform both the Nasdaq and gold over the coming weeks, if a recovery rally in risk assets follows the recent correction, according to Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. His assessment comes as cryptocurrencies slumped sharply on Monday, with...

While important, data streaming can create bottlenecks

Large organizations are experiencing a wide range of pain points when using data streaming to train or run artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Research by Conduktor, which 200 senior IT and data executives at large companies with an annual revenue of $50 million or...

May 2025 sees continued salary moderation

The average take-home pay slowed for the third consecutive month in May 2025, according to the latest BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI), which tracks approximately 3,8-million salary earners in South Africa. This trend reflects the impact of a subdued economic...

Microsoft aims to create enablers for SA’s future in AI

Microsoft South Africa hosted its AI Skilling Day, bringing together more than 2 000 learners, industry leaders, customers, partners, government officials, and community stakeholders dedicated to advancing the future of South Africans. AI is already reshaping...

HPE partners with Nvidia on AI factories

At HPE Discover in Las Vegas, HPE announced new solutions to supercharge the creation, adoption and management of AI factories across the AI lifecycle and for every type of organisation. HPE is expanding its Nvidia AI Computing by HPE portfolio of AI factory solutions...

Donating blood preferential to handing over health data, survey finds

While 69% of Americans are comfortable sharing their health data to improve their own care, only 40% are comfortable sharing that same data with tech companies for AI-driven products. This is according to new Qlik research, which also finds that, despite growing AI...

SAS Hackathon open for registration

While artificial intelligence (AI) remains the hottest area in business and technology, many people and organisations struggle to use it effectively to deliver value. The fifth annual SAS Hackathon, open for registration now through 31 August 2025, provides a way for...

AI agents seen as essential, not just experimental

A new study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals that enterprises are expected to significantly scale AI-enabled workflows, many driven by agentic AI, relying on them for improved decision making and automation. The AI Projects to Profits study, which...

These are the top emerging technologies

As cities become more connected, collaborative sensing is enabling vehicles, traffic systems and emergency services to coordinate in real time – improving safety and easing congestion. This is just one of the World Economic Forum’s Top 10 Emerging Technologies of...

Spectrum sharing the key to bandwidth shortages

Kathy Gibson reports from Wapaloza in Muldersdrift - One of the universal truths when it comes to spectrum is that there is always more demand than supply. This makes it hard for businesses that require exclusive access to certain bands, explains Dean Bubley, founder...

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Smart and sustainable technologies counter load shedding

With electricity costs rising and load shedding likely to be a part of life for the foreseeable future, South African homeowners are looking at how they can be more energy-wise. By Rami Osman , director for corporate sales and marketing at MediaTek Middle East and...

High-impact change critical for growth, customer service

Fast, agile and dominant. These are the terms used to describe technology companies and that McKinsey believes are key to the success of the organisation. The customer, be they within the B2C or B2B space, has the same demands as the brands they use - be faster, more...

Load shedding, Covid accelerate sustainable printing

South Africa's load shedding crisis, following hard on the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic, has inspired enterprises to reimagine their printing environments, reduce their printing volumes and embrace greener office automation technologies. This, in turn, is enabling...

Download and win with the Vertiv XR App

Download the Vertiv XR App and you win on all fronts: not only does the augmented reality (AR) app assist you with data centre planning – but you could win a virtual reality (VR) headset too. The Vertiv XR App allows data centre operators, IT managers and channel...

Konica Minolta celebrates 150 years

Konica Minolta is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, having started out as one of the first photographic materials companies in Japan in 1873. The company's history includes a 67-year presence in South Africa. Marc Pillay, CEO of Konica Minolta South Africa,...

AICPA & CIMA launch climate resilience accounting resource

AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, have launched Accounting for Climate Resilience. This is a new online educational brief designed to help finance professionals build their sustainability literacy so...

Infinetix and Blackshots partner

System integration company Infinetix and investment company Blackshots have partnered to expand Infinetix's footprint in South Africa and further afield. Infinetix director Dion Visagie says the partnership is more than a business deal. "It's the culmination of a...

Dell APEX storage now available from DCC

Dell's APEX Data Storage Service is now available from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). Available as-a-service, APEX Data Storage Services provides scalable and elastic data storage, designed to align with businesses' OPEX requirements. The Dell APEX Data...

Braintree wins another Diamond Partner award from LS Retail

Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Braintree has clinched the LS Retail Diamond Partner award for the fourth consecutive year. LS Retail, a globally recognized provider of comprehensive business management software solutions for retail and hospitality companies, has...

Paratus Zambia sponsors Capture the Flag contest

Paratus Zambia is the official internet connectivity sponsor for the upcoming Capture the Flag competition. Hosted by Digital Safe Limited and in collaboration with Hack the Box, the competition will see students from different universities compete in various rounds...

Senior Systems Administrator at NRF National Research Foundation

Postion Summary: SARAO seeks to appoint a Senior Systems Administrator to perform a role of ensuring ensuring high availability, performance, software product evaluation and testing on the computing environment including system configuration, troubleshooting, resource...

UI/UX Designer I (Contract)

Our client is looking for a creative and user-focused UI/UX Designer to join our team and help shape intuitive, engaging digital experiences. You'll be responsible for designing interfaces that communicate our brand effectively and enrich the customer journey across...

Java Full Stack Developer

Our client is looking for an experienced Full Stack Software Developer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in both front-end and back-end development, strong project delivery skills,...

Migration Lead Test Analyst

Purpose of the role:Anayze solution architecture and design documents including source to target, and detail design documents needed to plan test design activitiesTechnical SkillsTesting/Agile Tools: Jira, ZephyrRDBMS (Databases): MS SQL Server 2023Scripting...

UI/UX Designer I (Contract) – Gauteng Olivedale

Our client is looking for a creative and user-focused UI/UX Designer to join our team and help shape intuitive, engaging digital experiences. You'll be responsible for designing interfaces that communicate our brand effectively and enrich the customer journey across...

Java Full Stack Developer – Western Cape Stellenbosch

Our client is looking for an experienced Full Stack Software Developer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in both front-end and back-end development, strong project delivery skills,...

Migration Lead Test Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

Purpose of the role:Anayze solution architecture and design documents including source to target, and detail design documents needed to plan test design activitiesTechnical SkillsTesting/Agile Tools: Jira, ZephyrRDBMS (Databases): MS SQL Server 2023Scripting...

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