Global costs rise as trade and financial fragmentation spread

Geoeconomic fragmentation is imposing an annual cost of $213-billion to $307-billion on the global economy, according to a new World Economic Forum report. Driven by geopolitical tensions, economic security concerns and shifting trade relationships across major...

AI is reshaping jobs faster than companies can reshape work

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer simply boosting productivity and saving time at work, it is fundamentally reshaping the nature of work, leadership, and employee experience, according to new survey data from Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Nearly...

SA the top African target for digital fraud

South Africa had the highest rate of suspected digital fraud among the African countries analysed in a new study, with 3% of transactions involving consumers in South Africa being suspected of digital fraud during 2025 – slightly below the global average of 3,8%. In...

Nvidia and Microsoft reinvent Windows PCs for personal AI

Nvidia yesterday unveiled Nvidia RTX Spark, a new superchip that it says reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents, offering a new class of computer that moves from tool to teammate. Designed for AI, creating and gaming, RTX Spark brings Nvidia...

ITU, Google and will.i.am look to bridge the digital divide

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Google, and musician, tech founder, and philanthropist will.i.am have launched an initiative to bring artificial intelligence and robotics training to students across Africa. Announced during the Digital@UNGA Anchor...

CIPS warns of escalating procurement risks

The Chartered Institute for Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Southern Africa has called on South African business leaders to heed the findings of a new report detailing the challenges faced by procurement professionals operating in the maintenance, repair and...

ITU and global organisations look to close the AI skills gap

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, the East Africa Community and Cognizant are among more than 25 organisations from around the globe that will serve as founding contributors to the AI Skills Coalition - an initiative of the International Telecommunication Union...

AI spend in the Middle East, Türkiye, Africa set to soar

Spending on AI in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) totaled $4,5-billion in 2024 and is projected to surge to $14,6-billion by 2028, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 34%. That's according to the latest insights from International Data...

AI-powered cyber threats drain security budgets

New research highlights a stark reality: IT directors at major global firms are preparing for an unprecedented surge in cyber threats driven by AI, machine learning and the Metaverse. As cyber criminals deploy increasingly sophisticated attacks, organizations plan...

GenAI will spur data centre spend in 2025

As a revolution around generative AI (GenAI) looms,  investment in data centres is expected to rise dramatically this year as cloud providers dedicate significant financial resources to expanding facilities to support cloud services and AI-driven applications, says...

AI agents could aid governments in building public trust

Public trust in government has been lagging for years, but new Salesforce research reveals AI agents could help rebuild it. Constituents around the world agree there’s room for improvement when it comes to government service. Forty percent struggle with government...

SMEs miss out on a $789bn green finance opportunity

There is a massive gap between SMEs’ sustainability ambition and their ability to take action, preventing them from accessing vital green finance needed to drive their initiatives. While 86% of SMEs say that sustainability is important to their business, only 9,1%...

AI, HPC boost shared cloud infrastructure market

Spending on compute and storage infrastructure products for cloud deployments - including dedicated and shared IT environments - increased 115,3% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2024 (3Q24) to $57,3-billion. According to the latest IDC Worldwide Quarterly...

Gates Foundation budget reaches $8,74bn

At the start of the Gates Foundation’s 25th anniversary year, its governing board approved the largest budget in its history. The foundation will operate with a budget of $8,74-billion in 2025. The budget is in line with the foundation’s commitment to reach overall...

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Webex by Cisco reimagines hybrid work experiences

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CliqueFin partners to take financial services to the people

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Netsurit launches cyber risk and compliance management platform

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Xperien introduces Zero Warehousing

Old electronics that have no real market value are being dumped in storerooms and empty offices. There is huge uncertainty as to what needs to be done with highly sensitive or data-laden equipment. Xperien has introduced Zero Warehousing to help companies save on...

Platform Capital launches in SA to invest in local SMMEs

Platform Capital has officially launched its operations in South Africa to provide strategically driven investments with a focus on developing the untapped potential of the country's SMME sector. Platform Capital's entry into South Africa is strategic because it...

Bridgestone Mobility Solutions joins Startup Autobahn

Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, Bridgestone EMIA's business unit focused on developing and launching data-driven fleet, tyre and mobility solutions, has partnered with Startup Autobahn, the mobility-focused innovation network moderated by Silicon Valley global open...

An introduction into ABAC, FGAC and RBAC

Data security and access management are highly technical topics that have largely been left to the chief information security officer and his team. By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management While the PoPIA commencement date came into effect from 1 February 2022,...

Long live the desktop …

The demise of the desktop has been predicted for decades, as thin clients, notebooks, netbooks and a variety of other devices were set to take over from this stalwart of computing. By Raeford Liebenberg, manager at Silvermoon Yet the desktop remains, and has even seen...

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Key Responsibilities:Perform manual testing on various software applications, ensuring the functionality, usability, and performance meet specified requirements. Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans based on software requirements. Collaborate with...

Project Manager (Study Coordinator – WITS RHI) – Gauteng Hillbrow

Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...

Software Tester (Manual and Automation) – Gauteng Centurion

Key Responsibilities:Perform manual testing on various software applications, ensuring the functionality, usability, and performance meet specified requirements. Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans based on software requirements. Collaborate with...

Senior Systems Analyst at Financial Intelligence Centre

The purpose of this job is to analyse, design and enhance systems, in order to obtain optimal results and agreed project delivery level Key Performance areas include: • Understand and familiarise with the project's business requirements • Understand and familiarise...

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Location: Ottery, Cape Town Type: Full-Time | On-Site Salary: R 50 000.00 Industry: ManufacturingAn established industrial refrigeration company based in Ottery, Cape Town, is looking for an experienced Project Manager. The ideal candidate will thrive in dynamic,...

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Seeking a BI Developer who will be responsible for building and maintaining data processes, automating reports, and supporting business intelligence initiatives across various platforms. Key Requirements BCom degree or BA in FinanceMicrosoft Data Engineering and Data...

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Location: Ottery, Cape Town Type: Full-Time | On-Site Salary: R 50 000.00 Industry: ManufacturingAn established industrial refrigeration company based in Ottery, Cape Town, is looking for an experienced Project Manager. The ideal candidate will thrive in dynamic,...

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