Euclid space telescope marks a milestone in cosmic history

The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has discovered 31 of the most ancient quasars ever found - and two of these giant and dazzling galaxy cores, powered by gargantuan black holes, are the earliest quasars yet observed in cosmic history. They shone with...

Mission on to catch and lift a sinking satellite

NASA NASA is attempting to stop a space observatory from dropping to earth. The Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is NASA’s astrophysics multitool, capable of quickly observing a wide range of cosmic objects in visible, ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma-ray light. All...

Steady growth puts digital trade firmly on the map

New experimental estimates show that digital trade is increasing significantly across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2023, underscoring the importance of digital technologies in shaping international trade. Up to now, much of the...

Geopolitics creates inflationary pressures for SA

As the Middle East moves towards a fragile lull in hostilities, the economic shock caused by the conflict – supply chains perturbation, inflation etc - is already spreading to the global economy with oil-importing economies such as South Africa particularly exposed to...

Axiz extends Veeam backup protection with Ootbi distribution

Axiz has entered into a distribution agreement with Object First, the company behind the Ootbi (Out-of-the-Box Immutability) appliance set up by Veeam founders Ratmir Timashev and Andrei Baronov. The partnership will provide African organisations with enhanced data...

OpenAI takes on Google with new browser

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser based on ChatGPT. The new launch adds more pressure on Google, following last year’s addition of search in ChatGPT. “Your browser is where all of your work, tools, and context come together,” reads a statement...

What the 2025 Budget Speech could deliver

The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, will deliver the 2025 Budget Speech on Wednesday (19 February 2025). During the Budget Speech, the finance minister indicates the allocation of financial resources to the national government’s priorities outlined by President...

Zero trust security market to hit $92,42bn

The global zero trust security market size is anticipated to reach $92,42-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 16,6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a recent study by Grand View Research. The growing sophistication of cyber threats and their negative impact on an...

What the future holds for 3D printing

In 2024, the 3D printing space saw challenges and slower growth, with several prominent materials players exiting the industry. In the long-term, there are still key trends within the additive manufacturing industry that will drive the uptake of this technology,...

SA commits to childhood cancer initiatives

In alignment with its ongoing dedication to fostering awareness and advancing care for children and teenagers facing cancer, South Africa participated in the global initiative for International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Childhood...

Kaspersky endorses UN’s Global Digital Compact

Kaspersky has joined the ranks of organisations endorsing the vision of the United Nations’ Global Digital Compact. The framework sets out objectives and principles that participating parties will use to foster a more inclusive, open and sustainable digital future....

OpenAI says no to Musk’s OpenAI bid

OpenAI has responded to Elon Musk’s bid to buy the company for $97,4-billion with a firm no. According to chairman Bret Taylor, the artificial intelligence (AI) company is not for sale. Early last week Elon Musk, together with a group of investors, made an unsolicited...

AI generates fear – but CEOs are doing it anyway

A new survey has uncovered a paradox among CEOs: while four in five recognise AI’s potential benefits and plan to integrate it into their operations, many fear it. A massive 74% of respondents are worried that gaps in their knowledge will hinder decisions in the...

Legal sector urged to focus on AI

According to the International Bar Association's (IBA) Future of Legal Services Commission (FLSC), artificial intelligence (AI) is a crucial topic that the legal profession needs to focus on more in the short-term. However, research undertaken by the FLSC reveals that...

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Guiding principles for zero trust in banking and financial services

When it comes to adopting a zero trust approach, many organisations in the financial services sector already have most of the constituent parts required. By Hila Meller, BT vice-president security: Americas, EMEA and APAC In fact, we estimate organisations already...

Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise in SA

The digital gold rush is here. As more people attempt to make money from cryptocurrencies, criminals and con artists aren't far behind. Make sure you know how to recognise the biggest schemes that want to part you from your digital coins. By Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO...

The edge and AI: a partnership in smarter computing

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and its continued proliferation has seen the technology changing the functionality of computers by making it infinitely smarter and adept to meeting our daily requirements. By George Senzere, solutions architect: secure power...

Will solar PV increase the value of your home?

With rising electricity prices and Eskom loadshedding likely to be part of South African life for the near future, more households are looking to achieve more independence from the national power grid. As people evaluate their options, one of their most frequent...

Why it is critical to have a robust cyber security strategy

The need for a solid cyber security strategy is constantly discussed and debated. Yet the basic worm-type attacks first documented in 1972 are still with us today. This is because even the most basic measures to protect control systems from these types of attacks are...

Africa and the opportunity for digital natives, but

Africa holds huge economic potential - in almost every area - and the continent's youthful population structure represents tremendous opportunity within the modern digital era. But this calls for the continent to prioritise digitally enabled socioeconomic growth. By...

Pinnacle Finance launches in SA

ICT distributor Pinnacle has launched a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), Pinnacle Finance, aimed at assisting its ICT channel and clientele on opex financing deals and transactions. With Pinnacle Finance, resellers now have the opportunity to have access to assets that...

SD-WAN drives the work from home experience into the future

The world of work has fundamentally changed over the last two years, with Work From Home (WFH) now firmly entrenched as both normal and desirable. By Navinder Singh, GM of In2IT Technologies This shift away from the secure networks of a closed office environment,...

Troye scoops Citrix Partner of the Year Award

Managed IT services provider Troye has once again scooped a Citrix Partner of the Year award, this time in the 'New SaaS' category. Citrix honoured its partners in five different categories at the Citrix regional field kick-off event that was held recently in...

AI Specialist – Gauteng Pretoria

We are seeking an experienced and innovative AI Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating artificial intelligence models and tools to optimize business operations. This role will require close...

Tester – Remote Remote

TEST ANALYST.Our client has a vacancy for an experienced Test Analyst to join their team in Gauteng. This is a contract position with an International mining Company.PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT KEEP CV FOR FUTURE USE. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE FULLY QUALIFIED FOR...

Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

We're looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building scalable, modern web applications from front to back. You'll play a central role in the design, development, and delivery of our core platforms,...

Network Engineer at PeopleSolved

PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for Cisco Network Engineer, to be based on-site at a mining operations company in Burgersfort, Limpopo. This Network Engineer will be responsible for the day to day operational administration of network infrastructure. This is a...

Software Developer (Flutter)

A leading software development company is looking for an experienced Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile). The position is in Irene, Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Software Developer to drive growth by building and shipping robust...

Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

We're looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building scalable, modern web applications from front to back. You'll play a central role in the design, development, and delivery of our core platforms,...

Network Engineer at PeopleSolved – Limpopo Burgersfort

PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for Cisco Network Engineer, to be based on-site at a mining operations company in Burgersfort, Limpopo. This Network Engineer will be responsible for the day to day operational administration of network infrastructure. This is a...

Software Developer (Flutter) – Gauteng Irene

A leading software development company is looking for an experienced Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile). The position is in Irene, Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Software Developer to drive growth by building and shipping robust...

Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile)

A global leader in providing solutions for the identity and payment industries is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing applications across multiple platforms, with a...

Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Join our dynamic, fast-paced team as a Full Stack Java Developer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle dispatch and delivery management. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end development and support of a mission-critical internal application,...

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