Hubble finds the largest chaotic birthplace of planets

Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have imaged the largest protoplanetary disk ever observed circling a young star. For the first time in visible light, Hubble has revealed the disk is unexpectedly chaotic and turbulent, with wisps of material stretching...

Global cloud infrastructure spending climbs 25% to $102,6bn

According to new research from Omdia, global spending on cloud infrastructure services reached $102,6-billion in Q3 2025, representing 25% year-on-year growth. Market momentum remained stable, marking the fifth consecutive quarter in which growth has remained above...

Technology, talent and trust will define the workplace in 2026

With companies increasingly prioritising their employees, they are also recognising that productivity and engagement are driven by how, when and with whom they collaborate rather than solely where they work. Organisations of all sizes are embracing flexible and hybrid...

Swift action needed to unlock AI’s $1trn opportunity for Africa

The African Development Bank has released a report establishing a strategic roadmap for unlocking the economic and social potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa. Developed under the G20 Digital Transformation Working Group, Africa’s AI Productivity...

C-suite cuts on the cards

Half of C-suite executives are considering cuts to their function in the second quarter of 2025, in anticipation of continued disruption of supply chains, decreased consumer demand and inflation, according to a poll by Gartner. In a Gartner March 17, 2025, webinar...

Many supply chain adoption efforts doomed to fail

By 2028, 60% of supply chain digital adoption efforts will fail to deliver promised value due to insufficient investment in learning and development (L&D), according to Gartner. To improve digital adoption outcomes, chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) must take...

Privacy and cybersecurity awareness continues to decline

The world’s online privacy and cybersecurity awareness continues to decline, according to new research from cybersecurity specialists NordVPN. Based on 31 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses, people globally knew best how to create strong passwords...

Tropic Trooper in new strike on Middle East target

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has discovered a new Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) campaign carried out by the Tropic Trooper group. This operation has been targeting a governmental entity in the Middle East for over a year aiming to conduct...

US execs more pessimistic about their economy

For most of the past year, US business executives have listed inflation as their top concern - yet easing inflation hasn’t improved their outlook: only a quarter or so expressed optimism about prospects for the US economy over the next 12 months, down from more than a...

Microsoft launches AI-ready Surface devices

Microsoft has launched its latest version of Copilot+ PC Surface devices, based on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. Optimised for artificial intelligence workloads, thanks to Snapdragons neural processing unit (NPU) hardwired into the system on chip (SoC), the devices...

Writing on the wall for robust digital signage growth

The installed base of connected digital signage displays reached 91,5-million in 2023 and, growing at a CAGR of 10,3%, the installed base of connected displays is expected to reach 149,4-million units in 2028, says Berg Insight. The research group says market growth...

Digitalisation on the cards for renewed Home Affairs

The rejuvenation of Home Affairs is top of new minister Leon Schreiber’s agenda – and digitisation will be key to this. “I believe that if we can demonstrate that even a department as maligned as Home Affairs can work and even thrive,” he says. “And the key to making...

6 technologies that could transform digital government services

There are six technologies that will have transformational benefits within five years for digital government services, says Gartner, including digital employee experience (DEX), AI code assistants, generative AI (GenAI), generative design AI, predictive analytics in...

Intel adds performance for the AI PC age

Intel has launched what it says is its most efficient family of x86 processors ever - the Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors. The company says the new processors deliver exceptional performance, breakthrough x86 power efficiency, a massive leap in graphics...

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Tech becomes competitive advantage for schools

Technology is constantly evolving and students expect more from their educational experiences. Investing in digital technology certainly gives schools a competitive advantage and appeals to the younger generation, especially now that distance and blended learning have...

What 2021 taught us about tech and how 2022 may follow

There can be no doubt that collectively we have all been through a unique couple of years in living memory. Although it has been a traumatic, stressful last two years for many people personally and professionally, Covid-19 and the resulting lockdowns have had an...

2022 an opportunity for financial services metamorphosis

For financial services firms and insurers, the customer relationship is built on trust earned over many years. In turn, these businesses have to be able to trust their foundational IT systems to deliver the requisite uptime, performance, and security. By Monica Sasso,...

How to find the story in business data and then action it

Data literacy is a journey and is key to an organisation’s data strategy, writes Rene McGregor, head of consulting at Insight Consulting. While it is widely accepted that data is the lifeblood of our increasingly digital world, not all organisations are able to...

Software development trends help improve the shopping experience

Trends in software development are ever changing, so by integrating modern technologies and using new development methodologies, businesses easily can pinpoint where their efforts should be directed. Discovering emerging trends in e-commerce and software development...

Nokia Core Networks business chooses AMD EPYC processors

Nokia hasannounced that its Core Networks business is using 3rd Gen AMD EPYC processors to power the servers that deliver Nokia Core cloud-native software products, expanding the server-chip choices available to Nokia communication service provider (CSPs) customers in...

Huawei debuts cost-effective new smartphone

Huawei has launched the Huawei nova Y9a smartphone in South Africa. The device's camera includes a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, a 2MP depth camera and a 2MP macro camera. These four cameras work together to create professional looking photographs...

What does Data Privacy Day mean for your organisation

Data Privacy Day occurs annually on 28 January and is observed in many countries from North America to Europe as well as Africa. The purpose is focused on raising awareness about data privacy and best practices for data protection. By Jonathan Nguyen-Duy,...

How to protect your data online

Today (28 January) is Data Privacy Day and the conclusion of the first-ever International Data Privacy Week. The goal of Data Privacy Week is to spread awareness about online privacy and educate users on managing their personal information. The day also encourages...

Data privacy compliance needs expert support

South Africans who follow the news or have children who finished grade 12 last year will be aware of the furore around the publication of matric results. By Chris Norton, regional director: Africa at Veeam Software Despite the court challenge and subsequent ruling...

Technical Services ITSM Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are seeking a Technical Services Consultant specializing in CA Service Management (CA SM) to join our ITSM consulting team. The role requires in-depth knowledge of CA Service Management (formerly known as CA Service Desk Manager) to assist clients in implementing,...

Solution Architect – 0408 – Gauteng Pretoria

Solution Architect - 0408Senior Executive (Board) | Gauteng | PretoriaDuties and Responsibilities:Design innovative and strategic IT solutions.Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements.Develop architecture blueprints.Ensure solutions align with business...

SAP HCM Consultant (EU-Paid) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

SAP ABAP Developer – 3147

SAP ABAP Developer - 3147Senior Executive (Board) - PretoriaJob Overview:Design and develop SAP applications using ABAP programming languageCustomize SAP modules according to business requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...

Solution Architect (Chief Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Solution Architect (Chief Expert) – Contract OpportunityLocation: Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Hybrid (Home Office Rotation)Work Model: Flexible (1960 hours annually)Our client in the motor industry is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Solution Architect (Chief...

SAP HCM Consultant (EU-Paid) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote

This is a remote position.About Our Client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...

SAP ABAP Developer – 3147 – Gauteng Pretoria

SAP ABAP Developer - 3147Senior Executive (Board) - PretoriaJob Overview:Design and develop SAP applications using ABAP programming languageCustomize SAP modules according to business requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...

Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment

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...

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