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ERP software market on growth trajectory
The global ERP software market is estimated to reach $157,07-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 9,5% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing application of ERP software in the retail, banking, utility, healthcare, and...
AARTO jumps to December 2025
After years of delays and false starts and additional doubt created by recent fake news, many South Africans may have pushed preparation for the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act aside. The implementation date has now amended to December...
Old Mutual warns about WhatsApp investment scam
Old Mutual has issued a warning about a sophisticated investment scam circulating on social media and messaging platforms such as WhatsApp. The scam falsely uses the company’s logo as well as names and images of real employees, including senior executives and the Old...
Google buys in AI skills for $2,4bn
Windsurf and Google have entered into a $2,4-billion agreement that will help to deepen Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) expertise. As part of the agreement, Varun Mohan, the chief executive of Windsurf, and Douglas Chen, a co-founder, together with some members...
How emergency vaccines cut infectious disease deaths
Researchers at Burnet Institute, in collaboration with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, have provided the world’s first ever look at the historical impact of emergency vaccination efforts on public health and global health security, with a comprehensive study of 210...
End users will spend $14,2bn on GenAI models this year
Worldwide end-user spending on generative AI (GenAI) models is projected to total $14,2-billion in 2025, according to Gartner. End-user spending on specialised GenAI models, which include domain-specific language models (DSLMs), is estimated to total $1,1-billion this...
Rural areas fall further behind in digital connectivity
High-speed broadband access is increasing across Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, but connectivity gaps between urban and rural areas are widening. This is according to a new OECD report, “Closing Broadband Connectivity Divides...
Chinese innovation thrives on AI chip export controls
The discussion around advanced chips for artificial intelligence (AI), driven by billions in investment, dreams of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and marred by political concerns over security, has entered a stage of intense competition between nations. Nvidia...
$500K crypto heist uses malicious packages
Kaspersky GReAT (Global Research and Analysis Team) experts have discovered open-source packages that download the Quasar backdoor and a stealer designed to exfiltrate cryptocurrency. The malicious packages are intended for the Cursor AI development environment, which...
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DMP SA is a Commvault Premier Partner
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Kaspersky, Vox deliver protection for SA users
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The Pan African Information Communication Technology Association (PAICTA), an organisation that advocates for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), young people, women, and people with disabilities by creating an integrated and inclusive society through integrated...
What happens in cyberspace never goes away …
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Digital transformation is a business imperative
While digital transformation may seem like an overwhelming exercise for enterprises with a large investment in legacy infrastructure, the reality is that it has become imperative. By Amritesh Anand, associate vice-president at In2IT Technologies The longer businesses...
Senior Salesforce Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Salesforce Engineer for a fully remote role. Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]Lightning Framework: Salesforce LightningLightning Web Components (LWC): Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS...
Full Stack Developer
Key Responsibilities & Skills:Deep knowledge of front-end ? integration ? backend abstraction patterns.Ability to interrogate code repositories; "code is our documentation."Strong problem-solving skills and initiative; self-directed but willing to ask...
Full-stack Developer (CH1155)
Our client an Investment Service provider, is looking for a Full Stack Developer to assist with the development and maintenance of our software solution that supports their investment management systems.You'll be part of the development team responsible for:Creating...
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
Our client is looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer! Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]RTOSC & C experienceEmbedded FirmwareGITCI/CDShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...
Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Key Responsibilities & Skills:Deep knowledge of front-end ? integration ? backend abstraction patterns.Ability to interrogate code repositories; "code is our documentation."Strong problem-solving skills and initiative; self-directed but willing to ask...
Full-stack Developer (CH1155) – Gauteng Arcadia
Our client an Investment Service provider, is looking for a Full Stack Developer to assist with the development and maintenance of our software solution that supports their investment management systems.You'll be part of the development team responsible for:Creating...
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is looking for a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer! Key Requirements 5 years' experience.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]RTOSC & C experienceEmbedded FirmwareGITCI/CDShould you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [Email Address...
Senior Full Stack Developer (Hybrid)
Join a top healthtech company as a Senior Full Stack Developer and become part of no-politics, values-driven team revolutionizing healthcare through tech. This fast-growing company is making healthcare more affordable and accessible — and they're rewarding top talent...
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THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for aligning business objectives with innovative technology solutions? Our client, a leading player in the FMCG sector, is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to drive the evolution of their...
Intermediate Full Stack Developer
Become part of a forward-thinking company that's transforming healthcare through innovative technology solutions. We're looking for high performers with a growth mindset to thrive in a hybrid, values-driven environment, with excellent opportunities for career...
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