Logitech for Business looks to SA growth
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Apple Intelligence comes standard on new iPhones
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World Economic Forum in Davos: it’s a wrap
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Webb reveals what early galaxies looked like
Researchers analysing images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have found that galaxies in the early universe are often flat and elongated, like surfboards and pool noodles – and are rarely round, like volleyballs or frisbees. “Roughly 50 to 80% of the galaxies...
Meteoric growth forecast for metaverse in e-commerce market
The global metaverse in the e-commerce market size is anticipated to reach $106,13-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 40% from 2024 to 2030, according to new analysis from Grand View Research. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and...
Unauthorised IT products increase risk of cyberattacks
A new study has found that companies are at an increased risk of becoming targets of cyber incidents due to the use of shadow IT by their employees amid the growing trend towards a distributed workforce. According to global research by Kaspersky, 82% of companies...
Removing rare-earths drives demand for copper in EV motors
Electric motors are a core component of electrification in the automotive market and the market has relied heavily on rare-earths for the permanent magnets used in these motors, writes Dr James Edmondson, research director at IDTechEx. But, as many will be aware,...
Cellular IoT connections to reach 5,4bn in 2030
The cellular IoT ecosystem is poised for significant transformation over the next seven years, driven by the rise of 5G technologies, according to new research from Omdia. With a predominant focus on 5G RedCap, 5G Massive IoT, and 4G LTE Cat-1bis modules, the...
AI set to revolutionise retail
South African retailers are likely to ramp up their investment in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in 2024 as they look for new ways to drive innovation and outsmart their competitors. This aligns with global trends which, according to research from...
GenAI will vastly improve software tests
By 2028, GenAI-based tools will be capable of writing 70% of software tests, decreasing the need for manual testing and resulting in improvements to test coverage, software usability and code quality, says IDC in its FutureScape: Worldwide Developer and DevOps 2024...
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Cybercrime taps into the vulnerability of business systems and can pose a real threat to a robust supply chain. By JP van Loggerenberg, chief technology officer at Syspro A sophisticated ransomware attack recently targeted the world's largest meat processor. Following...
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From 1 July 2021, the substantive implementation of key provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) will finally become enforceable. By Janet MacKenzie, partner and head of the technology, media and telecommunications practice; and Reinhardt...
Getting what you pay for when it comes to home fibre
That frustrating moment when the connection drops in the middle of an important Zoom meeting with a client, or your favourite TV show fails to stream after a long, tiring day. Having a slow Internet connection is a pain we've all had to deal with. But why should we,...
Myths that employee tax training can dispel
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sefa encourages young entrepreneurs to access funding
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Fintech makes investment into FundingHub
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SA first in line to experience new medical consultation technology
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For resilience, businesses must retrain at speed and scale
Skills gaps which existed long before the pandemic are widening further as digitalisation becomes central to the rebuilding of our economies. Robin Fisher, senior area vice-president of Salesforce Emerging Markets Whereas retraining the workforce has typically been...
Enterprise services key for streamlined business operations
When looking to overhaul the business and make it customer-centric, operations are a key factor to consider. Companies need to analyse their processes in order to have full sight of production and once this analysis is complete, operations can be optimised through...
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Project Manager at MSP
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Technical Lead: Group Data & ML Platform – Western Cape Bellville
Our client in the Insurance industry is looking for a Technical Lead: Group Data & ML Platform to join their team. This is a Permanent role to be based in Cape Town.Job DetailsWe're on a transformation journey to be an innovative company at the forefront of the...
SAP Authorisation Consultant (contract hybrid) 0951 (TB) – Gauteng Midrand
Applications operations support for authorizations. Providing 1st level support to users; adhering to Confluence processes. Providing 2nd level support to processes where documented. Recording, routing, and monitoring all reported incidents using ITSM/JIRA to the...
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Project Manager at MSP – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Our fast-growing client in the logistics industry is searching for a Project Manager to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you'll be the maestro behind successful SAP implementation projects, guiding them from conception to triumphant completion. Minimum...
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ENVIRONMENT:PLAY a critical role as part of a rapidly growing Engineering function of a cutting-edge Tech Applications seeking the technical expertise of an Intermediate DevOps Engineer to ensure the high-performance of its infrastructure, cloud environments, and...
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