Manufacturer confidence drops in Q3
Despite notable gains in sales and production activity in certain manufacturing subsectors, overall business confidence remains under severe pressure. This is according to the Q3 Absa Manufacturing Survey, which shows that business confidence dropped by 10 points to...
WLAN market growth gains momentum
The enterprise worldwide wireless local area network (WLAN) market grew 13,2% in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25) compared to 2Q24 to reach $2,6-billion and building on the market’s growth momentum from the previous quarter, according to IDC’s latest Worldwide...
OpenAI releases GPT-4.5 preview for developers
OpenAI has released a research preview of GPT‑4.5, which is says is a step forward in scaling up pre-training and post-training. The new preview is available to Pro users and developers worldwide. By scaling unsupervised learning, GPT‑4.5 improves its ability to...
Global initiative aims to improve submarine cable resilience
Governments, industry executives and international organizations have expressed support for strengthening the world's vital undersea network of telecommunications cables at the International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Abuja, Nigeria. The concluding Summit...
Attack as a service trend targets SMEs
The dark web is rife with listings offering to target SMEs - especially law and accounting firms - by exploiting unpatched vulnerabilities, selling stolen credentials and performing ransomware as a service (RaaS) attacks. This is according to a recent investigation by...
Free file conversion tools carry malware risks
In the first 10 months of 2024, Kaspersky detected and blocked 111-million web-based threats across Africa. Web-based threats encompass a broad range of cyber risks that may trigger harmful events or actions via the Internet. According to Kaspersky experts, one such...
Airline passenger demand increases
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 10% compared to January 2024. Total capacity, measured in...
SA’s working class is still growing
South Africa’s working class – households earning between R8 000 and R22 000 per month – has expanded significantly despite the country’s ongoing economic struggles. This is according to The Majority Report 2025, published by the University of Cape Town’s (UCT)...
Biggest-ever crypto heist nets $1,5bn for North Korea
Crypto assets worth $1,5-billion stolen from Dubai-based Bybit are being steadily laundered into Bitcoin through a series of exchanges. The heist, which the FBI is attributing to North Korean nation-state actors, saw assets including 401 347 Ether tokens lifted from a...
Forecast for PCs, tablets lower as tariffs, sentiment bite
In the wake of US tariffs on China as well as a weakening market sentiment, mostly in the consumer space, IDC has reduced its traditional PC forecast in 2025 and beyond. Global PC volume is now expected to reach 273-million in 2025, still growing +3,7% over the prior...
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Confidence in data integrity subject of a disconnect
Findings underscore differing perceptions of the efficacy of data architectures, data management, and even the data itself, for fuelling confident decision-making. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management A new report, The Future of Data Architecture Study,...
OT the new feeding ground for cyber-attacks
Before the advent of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), operation technology (OT) was safeguarded against most cyberattacks. OT systems' propriety nature, standards and hard-wired connectivity protected it against malicious attacks. By Johan Potgieter, cluster...
Can we deliver effective CX in the era of remote work?
In the past few years, the world has undergone a significant change, as dealing with the challenges of the pandemic has led to a proliferation of remote and hybrid working models. More pertinently, these models are clearly here to stay, benefiting as they do both...
Omnichannel adoption is set to drive the new e-commerce experience
Market studies show that the recent Covid-19 pandemic served as a significant catalyst for ecommerce adoption among retail customers across the globe, with a vast majority of shoppers moving their spending online. By Mayen Warrie, key account executive at Infobip...
Why you need strong digital supply chain management
Digital transformation is crucial to the survival of any business today. And to truly capitalise on digital investments, organisations need to track the tools they are spending money on and understand how those tools are being used. This is known as digital supply...
A clear strategy can reduce your energy burden
A strategic focus on a well-defined energy strategy can fundamentally shift an organisation's resilience in times of energy uncertainty and economic volatility. According to McKinsey, taking a proactive approach to energy costs can reduce their impact on the budget by...
Quiet quitters are draining battle-weary businesses
Quiet quitting is a new phenomenon in the workplace that threatens to overwhelm already pressured business leaders. It refers to employees who are doing the very least they can get away with or are 'disengaged' from the job. Human resource capital experts believe it...
AfricaCom: Innovation in optical industry will accelerate Africa’s digital economic development
Kim Jin, Vice President and CMO of Huawei's Optical Business Product Line delivered a keynote speech at the recently completed AfricaCom – the continent’s biggest technology conference and exhibition. Titled "Optical Industry Innovation Accelerates Digital Economy...
In a sea of online shopping, retail must prepare for a phishing frenzy
As South African shoppers and retailers prepare for Black Friday and the festive season, cyber criminals are casting increasingly wider - and more sophisticated - nets. Gilchrist Mushwana, director at BDO South Africa and head of cybersecurity service line, discusses...
Pharmacies can ensure drug availability with flexible planning systems
Managing any retail assortment can be complex but managing prescription medication inventory presents a unique challenge. Not only are prescription medications highly regulated, but they're regulated differently in each country where a pharmacy operates. That's...
Network Engineer at PeopleSolved – Limpopo Burgersfort
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for Cisco Network Engineer, to be based on-site at a mining operations company in Burgersfort, Limpopo. This Network Engineer will be responsible for the day to day operational administration of network infrastructure. This is a...
Software Developer (Flutter) – Gauteng Irene
A leading software development company is looking for an experienced Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile). The position is in Irene, Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Software Developer to drive growth by building and shipping robust...
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Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join our dynamic, fast-paced team as a Full Stack Java Developer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle dispatch and delivery management. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end development and support of a mission-critical internal application,...
Active Directory Expert Specialist at PeopleSolved
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Application Development Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
Software Development and Maintenance ManagerLead the Innovation in Financial Services Technology!R 900,000 - R 1,320,000 per annumJoin a renowned South African insurance provider at the forefront of customer protection and financial security. This is an ideal...
IT Infrastructure Specialist – Gauteng Randburg
Lead innovation and shape the future of hybrid IT infrastructure Is this you? You're a strategic thinker and a confident leader who thrives in high-stakes environments. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for technology, you inspire teams to exceed expectations...
Lead Analyst (Product Health) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are looking for a senior-level professional to lead and elevate the impact of Product Health insights across the enterprise. This is a strategic role that demands a strong grasp of data, stakeholder engagement, and operational execution. The successful candidate...
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Senior Database Administrator
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