IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Flexible, AI-driven, multi-income careers: Gen Z wants it all

Gen Z professionals are rethinking their careers, embracing flexible, AI-enabled and multi-income pathways to build long-term earning potential, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). AI is not just another wave of innovation - it is part...

AI coding costs set to outstrip developer salaries

By 2028, AI coding costs will overtake the average developer’s salary due to rising large language model (LLM) token consumption and the shift to consumption-based licensing models, according to Gartner. AI tokens are the units of data processed by generative...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

HPE challenges Huawei in campus switch market

Following a successful acquisition, the addition of Juniper’s revenue leaves HPE in a neck-and-neck race with Huawei for second place in the campus switch market, according to a new survey from Dell’Oro Group. “The combined HPE-Juniper entity grew campus switch...

Africa has aviation challenges, but potential is immense

While Africa is expected to outpace global air traffic growth next year, the region continues to face some of the world’s toughest operating conditions - resulting in the smallest share of global industry profit and extremely thin margins, according to the...

SA needs to join the AI economy before it’s too late

South Africa runs the risk of becoming a bystander in one of the most transformative economic shifts of the century – artificial intelligence (AI) – according to Specno chairman, Daniel Novitzkas. And, as the global AI revolution accelerates, Novitzkas is urging South...

Over 7m streaming accounts’ credentials leaked in 2024

For millions of Gen Z users, streaming platforms play a central role in how they socialise and connect with global culture – but in a new report, Kaspersky has identified over 7-million compromised accounts belonging to streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon...

SA youth determined to build wealth, not inherit debt

South Africa’s youth are increasingly aware of their financial inheritance - and they are committed to changing the narrative for those who come after them, according to the second edition of 1Life Insurance’s Generational Debt Survey. This year’s survey – aimed at...

Call for better fixed wireless connectivity in townships

Kathy Gibson reports from Wapaloza in Muldersdrift - If we are serious about bridging the digital divide, and empowering more South Africans in the digital economy, affordable connectivity is key. This is the word from Eduard du Plessis, CEO and founder of Fixed...

Africa’s foreign investment hit record high in 2024

The latest World Investment Report from UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) highlights a significant rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa. In 2024, foreign investment in the continent shot up by 75% to reach $97-billion, representing 6% of global...

Cyberwar rages in Israel-Iran conflict

As the war in the Middle East escalates, combatants are confronting a simultaneous host of cyberattacks. A report from Radware spells out how a host of significant cyber activities related to the conflict are ongoing, including state-sponsored operations, hacktivist...

Scientists find ties between Earth’s oxygen and magnetic field

For 540-million years, the ebb and flow in the strength of Earth's magnetic field has correlated with fluctuations in atmospheric oxygen, according to a newly released analysis by NASA scientists. The research suggests that processes deep inside the Earth might...

The future of analytics in the AI era

Seventy-five percent of new analytics content will be contextualised for intelligent applications through generative AI (GenAI) by 2027, enabling composable connection between insights and actions, says Gartner. Addressing delegates at the Gartner Data & Analytics...

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Cybersecurity skills shortage: recession or stress?

In 2023, there have been so many layoffs in the technology industry that TechCrunch labelled it a "reckoning" in its extensive list released late April. To date, across numerous organisations that include Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Dropbox and Zoom, to name but a few,...

Vertiv joins Gitex Africa

Vertiv is joining Gitex Africa, taking place in Marrakech, Morocco from today (31 May) to 1 June. Vertiv will showcase its critical infrastructure solutions at Dell Technologies' stand, where visitors will have a chance to connect with Vertiv experts to discuss...

ICTGlobe channel partners benefit from aggregation deals

Channel partners of business communication and managed services provider ICTGlobe.com now have a greater array of carrier-grade, licensed fixed-wireless and fibre connectivity options to offer their wholesale, resale and enterprise clients. The news comes as...

Epson adds to GITAI investment

Seiko Epson and its subsidiary Epson X Investment recently made an additional investment in GITAI Japan, a startup company that develops general-purpose space robots. The investment was made through their EP-GB Investment Limited Partnership. Originating in Japan,...

Plans for an integrated African payment platform

MultiChoice Group, Rapyd and General Catalyst has announced a joint venture aimed at developing an integrated payment platform for Africa. The joint venture will operate as a new company - Moment. Moment will offer an expanded payment infrastructure for businesses...

Jonathan Duncan joins Vertiv Africa

Vertiv has appointed Jonathan Duncan as application engineering and technical solutions director for Africa. In this capacity, Duncan will report directly to Vertiv's MD for Africa, Wojtek Piorko. "With more than 25 years within the critical power and cooling...

Ardagh sets up Africa centre of excellence

Ardagh Group, a global supplier in sustainable packaging solutions, has announced the first step towards the creation of a global centre of excellence (CoE) to be established in Cape Town. Ardagh's new CoE will deliver certain IT services to Ardagh's businesses across...

Bringing smart mobility to SA’s scooter economy

Ordering groceries or a hot meal using your favourite delivery smartphone app has quickly become a normal part of life here in Mzansi. By Bongani Mthombeni-Möller, director: smart mobility at Royal HaskoningDHV But how many of us take a moment to think about the...

Understanding cyber risk and the C-suite

The threat landscape for businesses has evolved significantly in recent years, with cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated and frequent. As a result, cybersecurity has become a top priority for organisations of all sizes, and the C-suite, including CEOs, CFOs, CIOs,...

Senior XR/VR Developer

Are you a visionary technical leader ready to define the next generation of immersive experiences? We are seeking a Senior XR/VR Developer-a hands-on technical architect and strategic leader who will drive the development and deployment of high-impact Virtual and...

.Net Applications Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Pietermaritzburg

General:Completeness and accuracy of code (work product) vs. allocated tasks Ensure that project tasks are delivered in accordance with the larger project objectives Adhere to and apply software development policies and standards Ensure accurate estimates on...

Senior XR/VR Developer – Gauteng Bryanston

Are you a visionary technical leader ready to define the next generation of immersive experiences? We are seeking a Senior XR/VR Developer-a hands-on technical architect and strategic leader who will drive the development and deployment of high-impact Virtual and...

BI Specialist at Ntice Search

A leading grower, packer and exporter of premium citrus and table grapes in South Africa. With our head office in Tyger Valley and production units across the Western Cape, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver excellence. This new BI Specialist role at head...

Senior Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager for a short-term (3 months) project.This role is based in Cape Town, 3 days onsite.The Senior Project Manager will be accountable for one or more large-sized projects of moderate to high complexity with a medium- to large-sized...

BI Specialist at Ntice Search – Western Cape Western Cape

A leading grower, packer and exporter of premium citrus and table grapes in South Africa. With our head office in Tyger Valley and production units across the Western Cape, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver excellence. This new BI Specialist role at head...

Senior Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager for a short-term (3 months) project.This role is based in Cape Town, 3 days onsite.The Senior Project Manager will be accountable for one or more large-sized projects of moderate to high complexity with a medium- to large-sized...

Senior Enterprise Java Developer (API Development)

We are looking for experienced Senior Java Developers with strong expertise in enterprise-grade API development. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining scalable APIs and backend services for mission-critical systems, working onsite with our Cape...

Business Analyst

As a Business Analyst - Supply Chain & Pricing, the role will play a critical support role in enabling data-driven decision-making across the commercial and supply chain functions. The person will be responsible for collecting, validating, and analysing data to...

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