Researchers set the stage for synthetic human genomes

A team of UK-based scientists are developing technology to create the first synthetic human chromosome. The ability to write large genomes has the potential to transform our understanding of human health, opening opportunities to develop cell therapies,...

AI deployment study uncovers surprising trends

Kathy Gibson reports - While artificial intelligence (AI) is being integrated into most types of work, there are signs it might be flagging. This is among the headline findings from BCG X’s AI at Work report, which uncovered some unexpected trends as companies start...

Mobile industry emissions are down, but pace needs to pick up

The mobile industry’s operational emissions fell by 8% between 2019 and 2023, even as mobile connections grew by 9% and data traffic quadrupled, according to the GSMA’s fifth annual Mobile Net Zero report released today. The findings show the mobile industry has...

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...

Hydrogen startups accelerate clean energy innovations

The global hydrogen market is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions, supportive government policies, and advancements in hydrogen technology. Startups in the sector are addressing critical challenges such as hydrogen...

These were the largest service outages in 2024

Ookla has released its latest analysis on the largest internet outages during the first nine months of 2024. The report, based on Downdetector data, aims to analyse the largest challenges associated with service disruptions, as dependence on digital services...

5G drives changes in service providers’ FWA strategies

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) continues to grow in strength as a 5G use case for communications service providers (CSPs) globally with a sharp increase over the past year in the number of CSPs offering the service. This is among the findings from the June 2024 Ericsson...

Steady growth forecast for quantum computing

The global quantum computing market is anticipated to reach $4,24-billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 20,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Quantum computing is an emerging field with the potential to revolutionise various industries...

Pasqal achieves quantum computing milestone

neutral-atom quantum computing vendor Pasqal has announced a significant technological milestone: the successful loading of over 1 000 atoms in a single shot within their quantum computing setup. This breakthrough marks a crucial step in Pasqal's progress towards...

European Commission takes Microsoft to task

The European Commission has informed Microsoft of its preliminary view that Microsoft has breached EU antitrust rules by tying its communication and collaboration product Teams to its popular productivity applications included in its suites for businesses Office 365...

US resellers eating telcos’ lunch in the enterprise space

An analysis of the US reseller market illustrates that enterprise telecoms service providers worldwide need to embrace smarter customer segmentation, says GlobalData, adding that about 1 800 significant resellers in the US account for as much as 20% of the enterprise...

Investment, collaboration push new growth frontiers

Leaders from China, Poland and Viet Nam urged cooperation as a means to navigate uncertainty while harnessing the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, at the 15th Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Dalian. "To drive future economic growth, we must...

Two asteroids set to skim past Earth this week

Two large asteroids will safely pass Earth this week, a rare occurrence – and appropriate in that Asteroid Day takes place on 30 June. Neither poses any risk to our planet, but one of them was only discovered a week ago, highlighting the need to continue improving our...

These technologies are set to have a positive impact

The World Economic Forum has published its annual Top 10 Emerging Technologies Report featuring technologies with the greatest potential to make a positive impact in the world in the next three to five years. "Organisations make better choices when they understand the...

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A bumpy road ahead for skills development?

In the ever-evolving Education and Training landscape, Skills Development in South Africa is gearing up for some major changes as the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) moves toward implementing a single National Quality Assurance system for accredited...

HMI optimises people, processes and technology

When embarking on an industrial digitisation project, it’s important to consider how people, processes and technology will work together.  These three considerations are integrated in a somewhat symbiotic manner, which is why each should function optimally and...

How open source is changing the world

The future of software lies in open source. Open source operating system Linux has grown exponentially to become the foundation for much of the global public cloud workload, smartphone operating systems, the world’s fastest supercomputers, and more. By Johan...

Digital innovations enabling better customer journeys

Driven by the engine of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), digitisation was already gaining significant traction before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, it accelerated faster in two years than it had in almost a decade. By Leon Jacobs, CIO of RCS The...

The role of technology in driving equality

We live in a world beset by inequalities. Whether they’re related to income, gender, race, or background, you don’t have to look far to find them. By Andrew Bourne, regional manager of Zoho South Africa, for example, has the highest level of wealth inequality in the...

How to weather the approaching cybercrime perfect storm

The world generates an estimated 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every day. Amidst this mind-boggling amount of chatter, a very real threat is lurking: cybercrime, which has increased by 600% since the start of the pandemic, the United Nations reports. This surge in...

Why direct fan relationships are the future for creators

Over the past decade or so, technology has fundamentally changed the reality of being a creator. By Erki Koldits, CEO of PopSpot  On the positive side, the barriers to entry have been dramatically lowered. Musicians, singers, and rappers can, for example, produce...

Don’t let data be a stumbling block in your SAP S/4HANA upgrade

SAP ECC 6.0 is the mainstay of many Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and with support for the solution being discontinued in the near future, organisations need to migrate their systems. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management Whether they are moving...

Holiday bootcamps let kids learn to code

Edtech startup Mindjoy is offering artificial intelligence (AI) bootcamps during the school holidays to help 11- to 15-year-olds come to grips with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and what it means for their future. The holiday bootcamps are based on an...

Power options for when loadshedding strikes

Loadshedding is not going away, and most people are considering alternative solutions to keep their power on. By Christiaan Hattingh, MD of AWPower The good news is that you can use your investments in backup power to bring your electricity costs down over time and...

IT DevOps Engineer

Fully remote position or in office. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics, monitoring, and...

Database Administrator at C-Pact Enterprise

Responsibilities: Manage database tasks such as design, troubleshooting, and replication.Ensure smooth operation and performance of databases.Maintain accuracy and consistency across all databases.Create product codes, descriptions, and allocate barcodes.Compile...

Junior IT Support (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech company is seeking an IT Technician to provide internal technical support and handle hardware assembly, packaging, and preparation. The role involves tasks like basic networking configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance. Candidates should...

Software Engineer (Card Payments and EMV)

Permanent. Hybrid (One day per week in office). To monitor, maintain and enhance the company's EMV Capabilities within the Card & Payments Technology & Operations Ecosystem as governed and regulated by EMVCO (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, JCB and...

Senior React Developer (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...

Senior Software Developer Node.js

Our client has an opportunity for an innovative and skilled Senior Software Developer-Node.js. The person will work with our high performing teams of technology experts to develop software in an agile environment. As a Senior Software Developer-Node.js specializing in...

IT Architect

The role of IT Architect – Applications, Technology and Security is responsible for the strategic applications, technology and security transformation within the organization and overseeing critical deliverables; such as application catalogue, rationalization, robust...

IT DevOps Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Fully remote position or in office. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics, monitoring, and...

Junior IT Support (JHB) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:An AgriTech company is seeking an IT Technician to provide internal technical support and handle hardware assembly, packaging, and preparation. The role involves tasks like basic networking configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance. Candidates should...

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