Global XR shipments rebound behind glasses-first momentum
With 2025 coming to a close, IDC forecasts global XR device shipments - including headsets and glasses—to grow 41,6% in 2025, reaching 14,5-million units, according to new data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual...
Secure critical infrastructure by tackling technical debt
As policymakers confront new cybersecurity challenges from emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing, an urgent threat hides in plain sight end-of-Life (EoL) technology beyond its supported lifespan. By Eric Wenger, senior director of technology policy...
Companies back TPRM technology to mitigate mushrooming risks
The increase in trade volatility, persistent cyberattacks, new regulatory requirements, and supply chain disruptions are rapidly advancing the adoption of third-party risk management (TPRM) technology solutions, says Gartner. “Regulators and stakeholders are certainly...
Fibre operators improve perception ratings
Octotel, Openserve and MetroFibre retain the top three spots in the latest six-monthly Fibre Network Operator (FNO) Perception Survey by ISPA, South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB). In good news for internet industry service levels,...
Infrastructure growth drives Telkom recovery
Telkom SA SOC Limited has reported double-digit growth in mobile and fixed data traffic driving operating margin improvements. Cost optimisation remains a key focus, and it helped achieve a 25,1% growth in adjusted EBITDA to R11,8-billion, exceeding guidance. Adjusted...
Multiple IoT devices targeted with a new Mirai botnet version
Kaspersky Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) researchers have found multiple IoT devices targeted with a new version of the Mirai botnet. The majority of attacked devices were located in China, Egypt, India, Brazil, Turkiye and Russia. Mirai remains one of...
Bitcoin price likely to surge as US stagflation takes hold
With the US Federal Reserve now openly warning of stagflation, Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking insulation from mounting economic stress. This is according to Nigel Green, chief executive of deVere Group, who says the expected...
Customer service agents fail to promote self-service
A massive 60% of customer service agents fail to promote self-service options, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey of 5 801 customers conducted in January and February 2025 revealed that despite the potential benefits of self-service, when agents do...
Webb takes a new look at the Sombrero Galaxy
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope recently imaged the Sombrero Galaxy with its NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera). The image shows dust from the galaxy’s outer ring blocking stellar light from stars within the galaxy. In the central region of the galaxy, the roughly 2 000...
RAG becoming key for deploying GenAI applications
Gartner predicts that organisations will develop 80% of generative AI (GenAI) business applications on their existing data management platforms by 2028 – reducing the complexity and time required to deliver these applications by 50%. “Building GenAI business...
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New earnings threshold comes into play
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Automation is the new savings discipline
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Go back to basics to mine data for better business resilience
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Restraints of trade and settlement agreements: a lesson for employers
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Intel accelerates 5G development
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AMD expands 5G telco portfolio
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Shopping for sustainability
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How SA retailers can future-proof their businesses
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Mint Group partners with MDS Computers in UAE
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Africa’s WhatsApp economy is on the rise
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Senior Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
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Senior Data Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Location: Johannesburg, South AfricaContract Duration: 18 months (Full-time assignment) We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Specialist to join the Programme Management Unit of a leading infrastructure-focused institution. This role offers a unique...
Senior Java Developer (Contract) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are looking for a Java Developer with experience in building high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. It is preferred that the individual be skilled in Angular and Native android development as the team is cross skilled and multi-functional. We are...
Technical Specialist (Infrastructure Programme Management) – Gauteng Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg, South AfricaContract Duration: 18 months (Full-time assignment) We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Specialist to join the Programme Management Unit of a leading infrastructure-focused institution. This role offers a unique...
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Java Developer IT Internship at Geeks4learning – Western Cape Danena
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