Cassava scales African AI with new AI Factory
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Young scientists fly the SA flag in China
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Elon Musk on track to become world’s first trillionaire
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Chandra observes a star’s inner conflict before it explodes
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Consumers distrust AI-powered search results
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AI orchestration meets real-world zero-day exploits
A recent executive insight blog examined the idea of a “brain” behind next-generation cyberattacks: an orchestration and abstraction layer coordinating large numbers of specialised AI agents to launch complex operations at scale. That architecture was already...
Vumacam takes to the skies
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The looming threat of Web session hijacking
A new Kaspersky report reveals that 87% of randomly surveyed websites display cookie notifications - yet most users remain unaware of the serious threats posed by these small data files. Cookies are text files stored by browsers to enhance website functionality and...
Redvine expands into Europe
Redvine Networks, the managed secure SD-WAN and networking service provider and VeloCloud distributor, is expanding its global footprint with the launch of four European gateway locations and the establishment of a strategic presence in France. “At Redvine, we see...
Bolt strengthens safety measures
Following recent attacks on e-hailing drivers, Bolt says it is sending a clear message: Any act of violence or criminal behaviour against drivers or passengers will not be tolerated. To protect drivers, new high-risk area alerts are being introduced to warn them of...
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Vodacom Business launches Vodacom Operator Connect, powered by Microsoft Teams
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Director independence is still not properly understood
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Senior Flutter Developer
Ready to build what the world depends on? Irene, Gauteng (on-site)R1,000,000+ p/a (negotiable for top talent)Global identity & security tech | Cross-platform apps | High-performance engineeringStep into a role where your code does more than function it secures...
HEAD: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB To oversee, integrate, and optimise the Bank's IT infrastructure, support, and service delivery functions. This includes ensuring stable and secure infrastructure systems, reliable first- and second-line support, efficient IT service...
Business Analyst (ILR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Senior Flutter Developer – Gauteng Irene
Ready to build what the world depends on? Irene, Gauteng (on-site)R1,000,000+ p/a (negotiable for top talent)Global identity & security tech | Cross-platform apps | High-performance engineeringStep into a role where your code does more than function it secures...
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PERFORMANCE STATEMENT: Deal Analyst will be required to assist deal captains with credit pack consolidation, deal assessment and deal proposals. Deal Analyst acts as a junior Deal Captain with promotion to Deal Captain as a result of experience and high performance...
Business Analyst (Healthcare) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Software Developer-MADIVA (6 Months’ Contract – Wits SBIMB)
Background:Named after Nobel Laureate and Wits University graduate, Sydney Brenner, the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) is a burgeoning multi-disciplinary research institute dedicated to investigating the molecular and genomic aetiology of...
DEAL ANALYST – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
PERFORMANCE STATEMENT: Deal Analyst will be required to assist deal captains with credit pack consolidation, deal assessment and deal proposals. Deal Analyst acts as a junior Deal Captain with promotion to Deal Captain as a result of experience and high performance...
Business Analyst (Healthcare) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Software Developer-MADIVA (6 Months’ Contract – Wits SBIMB) – Gauteng Parktown
Background:Named after Nobel Laureate and Wits University graduate, Sydney Brenner, the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience (SBIMB) is a burgeoning multi-disciplinary research institute dedicated to investigating the molecular and genomic aetiology of...
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