Khushi Lall is Eskom Expo ISF’s Top Junior Scientist
With a deep curiosity for the natural world and a creative spirit that extends far beyond the classroom, Khushi Lall has achieved remarkable success at the 45th Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF), earning the coveted title of Top Junior Scientist. The Grade 9...
Supply chain challenges cost airlines up to $11bn this year
Challenges within the aerospace industry’s supply chain are delaying production of new aircraft and parts, resulting in airlines re-evaluating their fleet plans and, in many cases, keeping older aircraft flying for extended amounts of time. The worldwide commercial...
OpenAI debuts deep research
OpenAI has launched deep research in ChatGPT, a new agentic capability that conducts multi-step research on the internet for complex tasks. According to the company, it accomplishes in tens of minutes what would take a human many hours. Deep research is OpenAI's next...
Which hardware will win in the AI arms race?
The grip of artificial intelligence (AI) has continued to hold, with strong competition to develop more powerful AI models, active innovation in the semiconductor industry, and continued investment in the high-performance computing (HPC) data centre market. AI has...
Beware of Docusign-themed phishing scams
Kaspersky is warning of a rising phishing scam involving fraudulent emails pretending to be from Docusign, a global e-signature platform. Cyber attackers are sending these emails with links to fake websites where users are asked to enter a work login and password. The...
Paycorp acquires Pilot Software
Paycorp has acquired Pilot Software, a provider of point-of-sale software and hardware solutions for the restaurant and hospitality industry. Wayne Abramson, CEO of ATM Solutions at Paycorp, comments: "We are thrilled to welcome Pilot Software to the Paycorp family....
Chief audit execs will face more board pressure
With emerging legal and regulatory uncertainties, geopolitical and economic hurdles, and the dual nature of AI as both a potential threat and a valuable business asset, chief audit executives (CAEs) are facing increased pressure by the board to provide assurance over...
In 16 seconds, Google earns the same as an average US worker
According to data presented by AltIndex.com, it takes just 16 seconds for Google (Alphabet), the top earner in the GAFAM (Google Alphabet, Apple, Facebook Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft) group, to make what the average US worker earns in a year. The GAFAM group has seen...
How India’s new satellite will see the Earth
When NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) new Earth satellite NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) launches in coming months, it will capture images of Earth’s surface so detailed they will show how much small plots of land and ice are...
January brings PMI decline
The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) started the year on the back foot, declining by 0.9 points to 45.3 points in January 2025. This is the third consecutive contraction and the lowest level since August 2024. This suggests that the loss of...
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Securing the perimeter is not enough to protect your data
Despite the fact that it is a decades-old exploit, phishing remains a top threat to organisations today. Bad actors looking to steal personal information and credentials will use phishing scams because they are simple and effective, and once they have access, they can...
Gender equality in corporate leadership is not an obscure and idealistic concept
Companies that value and invest in the development of female talent are 45% more likely to report improved market share, according to worldwide research conducted by PwC. There is therefore a strong business case to be made for more diverse representation in the...
Insurers find multi-factor authentication is good for more than just security
The insurance industry has always been quick to secure their customers' assets - after all, their business depends on it. In today's data-driven era, however, the world has come to realise that personal and financial information can be as valuable and therefore...
Data is always your responsibility
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Extreme stress has become the pandemic of 2022
Covid-19 is leaving a traumatic mark on employees, regardless of whether they work from home or the office. A recent study undertaken by IQbusiness found that more than 66% of office-based employees may be suffering from excessive stress, anxiety and depression. The...
The future looks bright for tech in Africa
The recently-concluded fourth edition of Africa Tech Summit held in Nairobi was a major eye-opener, given the rich menu of presentations and networking opportunities it offered. By Angel Jones, CEO of the Homecoming Revolution Group The summit, held under three tracks...
HPE GreenLake delivers choice, simplicity
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has announced significant advancements to HPE GreenLake, it flagship offering that enables organisations to modernise applications and data, from edge to cloud. The hybrid cloud platform now includes a unified operating experience, new cloud...
Vodacom invest R430m to expand rural connectivity in the Eastern Cape
Vodacom has spent more than R430-million in the past year in improving network experience and extending coverage in the Eastern Cape. A large portion of this investment has been allocated to providing broadband connectivity in rural areas in the region to enable...
Lenovo delivers future-ready IT infrastructure for midsize companies
Lenovo recently introduced newly-customised IT infrastructure solutions for midsize businesses, with a complete series of easy-to-use solutions and services to help them achieve intelligent transformation and grow their business. Midsize businesses make up the...
Is Africa short of capital or of investor-ready capital-seekers?
Deals exceeding $1,5-billion were concluded by start-ups in Nigeria during 2021, making it one of Africa's 'Big Four' investable territories. Close on its heels was South Africa, with $945-million worth of funding raised last year. The total investment raised by...
Technical Administrator – KZN
National medical equipment supplier requires a Technical Administrator to join their team in KZN. Minimum of 1 - 2 years experience in a similar position is required.Client Liaison and Call ManagementLiaising with customers daily in a professional and courteous...
Senior DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on the development and maintenance of enterprise-scale ordering applications. This role offers a chance to work on globally distributed systems and contribute to high-impact IT...
Software Developer
Amazing opportunity available for a Software Developer within the renewable energy industry, based in Bellville. This role involves building new features of the platform, maintaining and enhancing existing features and automation capabilities, building a solid...
Technical Administrator – KZN – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
National medical equipment supplier requires a Technical Administrator to join their team in KZN. Minimum of 1 - 2 years experience in a similar position is required.Client Liaison and Call ManagementLiaising with customers daily in a professional and courteous...
Senior DevOps Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria
An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on the development and maintenance of enterprise-scale ordering applications. This role offers a chance to work on globally distributed systems and contribute to high-impact IT...
Software Developer – Western Cape Bellville
Amazing opportunity available for a Software Developer within the renewable energy industry, based in Bellville. This role involves building new features of the platform, maintaining and enhancing existing features and automation capabilities, building a solid...
Senior IT Technician (CPT)
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE proactive supervisory mechanisms for ensuring seamless operations of IT systems as the next Senior IT Technician wanted by a Tourism and Hospitality company providing luxury accommodation. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and...
Business Analyst – Contract I Credit – Murex & Derivatives at IQbusiness
Our Innovative Analysis Team is seeking a Business Analyst (Credit - Murex & Derivatives) for contract opportunities within the financial services sector. The Business Analyst will play a key role in supporting and enhancing credit systems within the Murex...
Software Developer (ML/AI)
Amazing opportunity available for a Software Developer within the renewable energy industry, based in Bellville. This role involves building new features of the platform, maintaining and enhancing existing features and automation capabilities, building a solid...
Senior IT Technician (CPT) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE proactive supervisory mechanisms for ensuring seamless operations of IT systems as the next Senior IT Technician wanted by a Tourism and Hospitality company providing luxury accommodation. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and...
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