AI chip market will exceed $400bn by 2030
By 2030, IDTechEx forecasts that the deployment of AI data centres, commercialisation of AI, and the increasing performance requirements from large AI models will perpetuate the already soaring market size of AI chips to over $400-billion. However, the underlying...
Targeted ransomware groups continue to wreak havoc
Kaspersky experts have reported a significant rise in targeted ransomware activity with the number of active ransomware groups increasing by 35% between 2023 and 2024 – totalling 81 groups globally. Despite this surge, the number of infected victims dropped by 8%...
Ethereum continues to take big hits in crypto market
After growing by almost 70% in the first six months of the year and getting close to its all-time high of $4 300 seen in early 2021, Ethereum's value has slumped by 25% in the past month – and the massive $900 price correction has significantly impacted the share of...
Corruption is African youth’s biggest bugbear
Africa’s youth have bounced back from the ravages of Covid-19, but they aren’t happy with the direction their governments are taking. They are unafraid to speak out and they are unequivocal about what the greatest threat to their futures is - corruption. Corruption is...
First snapshot of polar heat emissions
NASA’s newest climate mission has started collecting data on the amount of heat in the form of far-infrared radiation that the Arctic and Antarctic environments emit to space. The measurements by the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-Infrared Experiment (Prefire) are...
Competition Commission approves sale of Telkom masts and towers
An important milestone has been reached in the proposed disposal of Telkom’s masts and towers business. The South African Competition Commission, the Competition Tribunal of South Africa, has approved the disposal of the assets housed in the Swiftnet business, subject...
SARS intensifies focus on crypto traders
SARS is increasing its scrutiny of crypto traders by issuing tax notices and clarifying exchange control regulations. Traders must immediately comply to avoid penalties. Cor Kraamwinkel, partner, Lenee Green, partner, Lerato Lamola, partner, Margaret Vermaak, senior...
Municipal workers get access to digital upskilling
The Department of Communications, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) and the British High Commission have launched a Broadband and Digital Skills for Municipalities programme in Polokwane. The programme aims to empower municipal managers and...
Demo shows holographic calls with a smartphone dialer
Integrating holographic calls directly into dialer apps would allow users to access and use this advanced communication technology seamlessly without the need for additional applications. Now, Telefónica, Ericsson and Matsuko have successfully completed one of the...
Seabirds show sea plastics are close to 1980s levels
A new study by researchers at the University of Cape Town’s FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology shows that the amount of plastic in petrels breeding at Inaccessible Island in the central South Atlantic Ocean has remained constant since the 1980s. The findings...
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New CEO for BBD
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2022 an opportunity for financial services metamorphosis
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Software development trends help improve the shopping experience
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Nokia Core Networks business chooses AMD EPYC processors
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Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Client Details:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Embedded Software Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria
Join a pioneer in cutting-edge covert surveillance technology, where your expertise in embedded software will drive innovation in mission-critical systems. If you thrive on precision engineering and developing software that powers real-world hardware, this is your...
Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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Hire Resolve's client is seeking a Master Data Manager to join their team for a hybrid opportunity. Key Responsibilities:Ensure the OPCO reference data is of the highest quality, supported by robust data governance practices. Maintain compliance with CA&S Group...
Network Manager at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Master Data Manager – Gauteng Centurion
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a Master Data Manager to join their team for a hybrid opportunity. Key Responsibilities:Ensure the OPCO reference data is of the highest quality, supported by robust data governance practices. Maintain compliance with CA&S Group...
Network Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
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Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challenges.It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
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We are looking for a highly skilled Intermediate to Senior C# Developer with strong experience in Blazor and .NET MAUI to join a dynamic software development team. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing modern applications, enjoys working across platforms,...
Project Manager (Health Information System Support) – (FTC – Wits RHI – Gophelega – Tshwane) – Gauteng Pretoria
Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challenges.It is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
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