Global PC shipments up 4,4% in Q2
Worldwide PC shipments totaled more than 63-million units in the second quarter of 2025, a 4,4% increase from the second quarter of 2024, according to preliminary results by Gartner. “In the second quarter of 2025, enterprise demand outpaced consumer demand,...
Parker snaps closest-ever images of the Sun
On its record-breaking pass by the Sun late last year, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe captured stunning new images from within the Sun’s atmosphere. These newly released images — taken closer to the Sun than we’ve ever been before — are helping scientists better understand...
Africa leads in blockchain VC funding
While blockchain accounts for 3,2% of total venture capital (VC) funding globally, it commands a much stronger 7,4% share in Africa - more than double, underscoring the continent’s strategic embrace of the technology and its alignment with local needs. According to CV...
Ransomware is alive and well – and companies are paying up
Companies are still paying up to get their data back after a ransomware incident – at almost 50%, this is the second-highest rate in the six years that Sophos has been running its annual State of Ransomware report. The good news is that they are often paying less that...
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...
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Gen Z, Millennials redefine career growth and rewards
In the workplace, the traditional notions of career growth and promotions are being reshaped by the ambitions of Generation Z (born 1997 to 2012) and Millennials (born 1981 to 1996). These younger professionals are shifting the focus from tenure-based progression to...
How kids can safeguard themselves against online scammers
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African BFSIs can build trust in AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes integral to banking and financial services institutions (BFSIs) across Africa, fostering consumer trust in AI-driven systems is critical to ensure long-term success. Fortunately, BFSIs can balance innovation with ethical AI...
AI has a role in executive search
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Nutanix unveils NUS Enterprise Volume Agreement
Nutanix has announced the launch of its Nutanix Unified Storage (NUS) Enterprise Volume Agreement (EVA), a new program that offers enterprises a cost-effective, scalable way to manage large-scale storage across on-premises, edge, and cloud environments. Designed for...
Germany sets sights on Africa’s energy future
Germany is eyeing expanded investments in Africa's energy sector, having pledged €4-billion for green energy projects by 2030 and advancing hydrogen and gas partnerships through the European Union’s (EU) Global Gateway initiative. These investments aim to enhance...
MakwaIT and Hitachi forge stronger ties
MakwaIT Technologies has been appointed as a Hitachi Vantara Master Reseller for 31 countries in Africa. Rishi Birbal, chief strategy, partnerships, M&A and sustainability Officer at MakwaIT, says the Master Reseller agreement strengthens the existing relationship...
4Sight wins Aveva Sustainability Award
4Sight Holdings gained global recognition at the prestigious Aveva Partner Games 2025 by winning the Sustainability Award for its prescriptive energy solution at a gala event held during the Aveva World Conference. The Aveva Partner Games aim to demonstrate excellence...
Westcon-Comstor, Vectra AI add MSSP and AWS Marketplace growth initiatives
Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, has expanded its partnership with Vectra AI, the leader in AI-driven XDR (extended detection and response), through the launch of two key initiatives focused on the fast-growing Managed Security...
Mike Smits appointed group MD of EFT Corporation
EFT Corporation has appointed Mike Smits, formerly chief financial officer, as group MD. “With a strong background in business growth and market expansion, this role allows me to focus on operational execution, market expansion, and customer engagement which is the...
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer (Angular, Python, Django) (CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a dynamic Software Service Delivery Provider seeking the coding talents of a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer whose core role will be the design, development and go-to market of various software products. Working in an Agile process,...
Java Developer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
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Systems Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
IT Systems EngineerAccelerate your career with cutting-edge technology!R 700,000 - R 924,000 CTCJoin a leading company in the digital industry that values innovation and excellence. This is an ideal opportunity to harness your 5-8 years of experience in IT systems...
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer (Angular, Python, Django) (CPT Hybrid) – Western Cape Century City
ENVIRONMENT:JOIN the team of a dynamic Software Service Delivery Provider seeking the coding talents of a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer whose core role will be the design, development and go-to market of various software products. Working in an Agile process,...
Senior Software Developer
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Back-End Developer (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
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Senior Software Developer – Western Cape Cape Town
The Senior Software Developer (DSP) drives or supports the overall design and development of radio astronomy-focused Digital Signal Processing products and applications owned by the Data Processing & Pipelines Department within the Engineering & Technology...
Back-End Developer (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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Senior IT Project Manager at Cloud Migration Specialists – Gauteng Randburg
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