Intel delivers open, scalable AI performance
MLCommons released its latest MLPerf Inference v6.0 benchmarks, showcasing results across four key benchmarks for Intel’s GPU Systems. Intel’s AI systems featured Intel Xeon 6 CPUs and Intel Arc Pro B70 graphics, demonstrating accessible AI workload solutions across...
Outcome‑focused workflow set to overtake assistive AI
By 2028, over half of all enterprises will stop paying for assistive intelligence (such as copilots and smart advisors) and instead will favor platforms that commit to workflow results, according to Gartner. In this emerging model, humans move from completing work...
Affordability drives strongest new car sales in a decade
South Africa’s automotive market closed 2025 at its strongest level in more than a decade, supported by easing interest rates, improving vehicle pricing, and a decisive shift in how consumers evaluate vehicle affordability. While headline sales reflect a clear...
SMEs bear the brunt of SA’s late payment negligence
National Treasury’s latest payment data points to a worsening late payment crisis across national and provincial government departments, raising serious concerns about the sustainability of current payment terms for South African small and medium-sized enterprises...
New malware campaign disguised as Starlink app
Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has uncovered a new Android malware campaign in which cybercriminals distributed the BeatBanker Trojan under the guise of the Starlink application for Android. Threat actors primarily target users from Brazil;...
Nvidia and Nebius partner to scale full-stack AI cloud
Nvidia and Nebius Group have announced a strategic partnership to develop and deploy the next generation of hyperscale cloud for the AI market, from AI natives to enterprises. Nvidia will invest $2-billion in Nebius, deepening the companies’ relationship across the...
Global security spend to top $300bn in 2026
Global security spending is projected to reach $308-billion in 2026 and $430-billion by 2029, according to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Security Spending Guide. The global security market is forecast to grow 11,8% in...
Three pillars to get value from AI
Only one out of every five data and analytic (D&A) or AI leaders are concerned that uncertain costs will limit AI value, according to Gartner. A Gartner survey of 353 D&A and AI leaders from November through December 2025 found that this has led to only 44% of...
Who owns an AI’s copyright?
Artificial intelligence (AI) and the way that it can be used is evolving at a rapid rate. Many South African businesses, including startups and SMME's, already use AI tools, whether for process automation, increasing efficiency, or obtaining data-driven insights. By...
5G expansion drives growth in MEA smartphones
Smartphone shipments in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) rose 5% YoY in Q4 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Market Monitor, marking the region’s third consecutive quarter of expansion. The upward trajectory was underpinned by technological evolution,...
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Core’s Microsoft Surface Reseller Program, is a comprehensive initiative designed to empower South African resellers to deliver Microsoft Surface hardware, accessories, and warranties to businesses across South Africa. In collaboration with Microsoft, the program...
SA must invest and innovate in education to close the divide
As artificial intelligence (AI) reaches into the everyday personal and professional lives of South Africans, the country’s education system is at a crossroad, as the immense potential of the technology is overshadowed by barriers like spotty internet, power outages,...
Integrity360 expands in Africa with Redshift acquisition
Integrity360 has acquired Johannesburg-based cyber security services company Redshift, bringing the group’s resources in South Africa to a team of over 230 employees serving the needs of customers across Africa. Integrity360’s operations in Johannesburg and Cape Town...
AI-driven Liquid G expands Google Cloud access in Africa
Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies, has announced the launch of its AI-powered Google Cloud distribution programme. Known as Liquid G, the programme is designed to accelerate cloud adoption and growth for African resellers and enterprises. Delivered through...
Synthesis partners with Umbrella
Synthesis Software Technologies has announced a strategic partnership with multi-cloud finops platform provider Umbrella. Umbrella provides an AI-enabled finops platform designed to help businesses gain full visibility into their cloud spend, optimise usage and drive...
Plentify closes oversubscribed Series A
South African electrotech company Plentify, that uses AI-fueled hardware and software to connect home appliances to cheaper, cleaner energy, has raised an oversubscribed Series A funding round, bringing its total capital raised to date to nearly $15-million. The round...
Qlik adds Open Lakehouse features
Qlik has announced new capabilities in Qlik Open Lakehouse that bring streaming ingestion and real-time transformations to its managed, Apache Iceberg–based lakehouse. With these additions, teams can ingest high-volume events from Apache Kafka, Amazon Kinesis, and...
Westcon achieves Ruckus Platinum Distributor Status
Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa has achieved Ruckus Platinum Distributor Status. Ruckus Networks is known for delivering reliable wired and wireless networking solutions for complex, high-demand environments. Its technology supports a wide range of industries, from...
Overhauled Pick n Pay app drives 40% year-on-year growth
Pick n Pay's reimagined asap! delivery app is driving on-demand grocery retail turnover growth of 40% year-on-year in the first half of FY26, following a complete technology transformation in April. The next-generation app has driven a 131% growth in first-time buyers...
The acid test of customer experience: How you pre-empt and handle friction
Every small business owner wants happy, satisfied customers. By Liezel Jonkheid, director and founder of the Consumer Psychology Lab But are those customers coming back? Loyalty is not only the holy grail of a sustainable business, it’s also harder to achieve than...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 2170
Job DescriptionDevelopment and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of...
Data Engineer (contract)
Our client in the NETHERLANDS is looking for a SA-based Data Engineer to assist remotely on the development of a data management platform. You will report directly to the Data Manager and the main requirements are to code and build the platform for the first phase of...
Research Administrator (DBA) at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
IntroductionMANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available:Research Administrator - DurbanDuties &...
Technical Service – Gauteng Edenburg
Job Title: Client Service Technical Specialist / Tester?? Duration: 6 Month ?? Remuneration: R30 000 pmLocation: Sandton ?? Job Summary Client Service Technical Specialist provides technical support for treasury and trade technology solutions, focusing on host-to-host...
Full Stack Developer (Expert) 2170 – Gauteng Pretoria
Job DescriptionDevelopment and maintenance on platform/applicationReview and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System ownerDevelop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirementsPreparation of...
Data Engineer (contract) – Remote Remote
Our client in the NETHERLANDS is looking for a SA-based Data Engineer to assist remotely on the development of a data management platform. You will report directly to the Data Manager and the main requirements are to code and build the platform for the first phase of...
IT Coordinator
A South African company that provides comprehensive logistics and freight forwarding services, including air, sea, and road freight, custom brokerage, and warehousing, is seeking an IT Coordinator who will ensure the seamless operation of the Shared Services Centre...
Data Analyst
The Data Analyst partners closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality, automated data analytics and reporting solutions. The role spans the full analytics development lifecycle, including stakeholder engagement across...
Back-End Developer (Senior) 2167
Solution design involving all stakeholders (Business/Developers/QA).Design solutions that are scalable, catering for requirements for various international markets (80% standard and 20% customizable), with functionality encapsulated in API's that can be integrated...
Full Stack Developer (Senior) 1808
Job DescriptionAnalyse a process from start to finish.Defining and implementing test plans.Planning and effort estimation for test case execution.Collaborate with other test analysts, developers and stakeholders.Collaborate with external vendors.Act as a point of...
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