What are the ‘killer applications’ for quantum computing?
With the commercial value of quantum computing hardware predicted to exceed $21-billion within the next two decades, the technology has attracted the attention of both public and private stakeholders across a range of regions and industries. And with multiple hardware...
Black Friday shoppers warned about AI, deepfakes and smart scams
With Black Friday around the corner and International Fraud Awareness Week (16 to 22 November) approaching, RCS is warning shoppers to expect a surge of more sophisticated scams - from AI-generated deepfakes to near-perfect fake links and sites. Melanie Botes, RCS...
MICT SETA, ChipLab partner to build AI semiconductor workforce
ChipLab, Africa’s first full-stack chip design company, and the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at delivering large-scale semiconductor education and...
Younger investors reshape market trends
The World Economic Forum’s Global Retail Investor Outlook 2024 confirms a sustained shift towards younger retail investors. Spanning 13 economies, including South Africa, the research finds that 30% of Gen Z start investing in early adulthood – compared to 9% of Gen X...
AI startup speeds disease research
About 15% of the world’s population — more than 1-billion people — are affected by neurological disorders, from commonly known diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to hundreds of lesser-known, rare conditions. BrainStorm Therapeutics, a San Diego-based startup,...
Cost-to-serve model to key for supply chain leaders
To clarify true supply chain costs and profitability, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) should adopt a six-step cost-to-serve (CTS) model, according to Gartner. This model helps allocate indirect and overhead costs based on the complexity of supporting each...
Investing in the future with girls in ICT
As the world marks Girls in ICT Day on 24 April, attention turns once again to the critical question: are we doing enough to ensure that girls are not only included in the digital future, but leading it? As a woman in tech and a director at women-led company Bizmod...
Warp Development buys Xibon AI
Warp Development, a South African software development consultancy specialising in custom software, e-commerce platforms, and system integrations, has acquired AI company Xibon AI. Headquartered in Cape Town with offices in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Adelaide, Australia,...
SAP signs up cloud hyperscalers
SAP has strengthened its enterprise cloud ecosystem through partnerships with major cloud hyperscalers including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and recently Google Cloud. Nazia Pillay, ad-interim MD of SAP Southern Africa, says African enterprises now have...
CEOs say cybersecurity is critical for business growth
A massive 85% percent of CEOs say cybersecurity is critical for business growth, according to a survey by Gartner. The Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey of 456 CEOs and other senior business executives worldwide was conducted from June to November 2024....
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Business email compromise could cost you dearly
As the business landscape rapidly evolves, a general awareness of security vulnerabilities is no longer enough. Cyber fraud, data and payment breach risks need to be managed urgently and strategically with the right tools, says Ryan Mer, CEO of eftsure Africa. South...
ISO 27001 compliance a must have in the digital era
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Banking and payment security threats and trends to watch
The digital pendulum is swinging back to pre-pandemic agendas, offering security leaders in the banking world a chance to revisit longer-term projects and take advantage of the tech crunch layoffs to bolster their security teams. This will be especially important as...
What lies ahead for security in 2023
If the past 12 months are anything to go by, the biggest cybersecurity prediction for 2023 is to keep the hatches battened down and prepare for the worst. In 2022, the number of data breaches went up by 167% in the third quarter compared with the second, and the...
What to do in the face of growing ransomware attacks
Ransomware attacks are proliferating, with attackers becoming more sophisticated and aggressive, and often hitting the same victims more than once, in more than one way. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director for Southern Africa at Fortinet FortiGuard Labs research...
Commvault takes Kubernetes data protection honours
Research firm GigaOm has named Commvault a "Leader" and "Outperformer" in the new GigaOm Radar for Kubernetes Data Protection for the third year running. Commvault was evaluated along with 14 other vendors based on execution, roadmap, and ability to innovate....
Ricoh SA achieves DocuWare Diamond Club status
Ricoh South Africa has been awarded membership status of the DocuWare Diamond Club in recognition of its exceptional performance and exceeding revenue target by client onboarding, growth, satisfaction and retention. Ricoh SA's 2022 performance placed the company...
Embracing a distributed world of work
The normalisation of a distributed workforce has seen some companies fall short when it comes to maintaining effective communications with their employees. Engagement between workers was always taken for granted in traditional office environments. By Catherine Muller,...
Generative AI a game changer for people, business and government
Using OpenAI's ChatGPT, the response below was generated following the prompt Write the opening paragraph for a media release about how transformative generative AI can be for business and government. "Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to...
Every day should be Data Privacy Day
Data Privacy Day, also known as Data Protection Day, takes place annually on 28 January to raise awareness about the importance of data privacy and to promote data protection best practices. By Nadine Mather, partner at Bowmans South Africa This international event is...
Project Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join a dynamic team in the ICT and Aviation sector. This role requires a professional who has successfully managed complex, cross-functional projects in technology or engineering environments. The...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Fontainebleau
Scrum Master Superstar – Lead Africa's Tech Revolution!Ready to steer the ship of innovation and transform Africa's digital future? Join our trailblazing Pan-African telecommunications powerhouse as we launch our Software Engineering Centre of Excellence (COE) in the...
Project Manager – Gauteng Edenburg
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join a dynamic team in the ICT and Aviation sector. This role requires a professional who has successfully managed complex, cross-functional projects in technology or engineering environments. The...
Senior Manager – Enterprise Architect
This role requires deep expertise in specific industry domains, with a strong focus on aligning technical roadmaps to business strategy. The ideal candidate will be able to translate product offerings into the client's technical architecture, ensuring relevance and...
Full Stack Developer (React) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Full Stack Developer (Intermediate) – Code the Future of Africa!Ready to leave your mark on Africa's digital revolution? Join our trailblazing Pan-Africantelecommunications powerhouse as we launch our Software Engineering Centre of Excellence (COE) in vibrant...
Senior Backend Developer
Senior Software DeveloperArchitect the future of software development!R 760,000 - R 1,210,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge software development company that focuses on creating innovative solutions for clients across various industries. As a Senior Software Developer...
Senior Manager – Enterprise Architect – Gauteng Fairland
This role requires deep expertise in specific industry domains, with a strong focus on aligning technical roadmaps to business strategy. The ideal candidate will be able to translate product offerings into the client's technical architecture, ensuring relevance and...
Full Stack Developer (React) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Randburg
Full Stack Developer (Intermediate) – Code the Future of Africa!Ready to leave your mark on Africa's digital revolution? Join our trailblazing Pan-Africantelecommunications powerhouse as we launch our Software Engineering Centre of Excellence (COE) in vibrant...
Senior Backend Developer – Western Cape Western Cape
Senior Software DeveloperArchitect the future of software development!R 760,000 - R 1,210,000 per annumJoin a cutting-edge software development company that focuses on creating innovative solutions for clients across various industries. As a Senior Software Developer...
Senior Database Developer
Senior Database Developer - Join a National Financial Monitoring Authority Location: Centurion, PretoriaSalary: Annual TCTCType: Permanent Our client, the country's premier financial monitoring and integrity body that plays a critical role in safeguarding our economy...
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