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...

How AGOA expiry will impact African export diversification

Unless the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is renewed, African exporters of agricultural products and light manufactures could face shrinking market access to the US, undermining prospects for diversification. This is according to a statement from United...

Global manufacturing faces rising cyberthreats

Once overlooked in favour of data-rich industries, today’s manufacturing industry has become one of the most attractive targets for cyberattackers – with factories caught in the crossfire of ransomware economics, geopolitical conflict, and global supply chain...

Nvidia expands Omniverse with generative physical AI

Nvidia has announced generative AI (GenAI) models and blueprints that expand Nvidia Omniverse integration further into physical AI applications such as robotics, autonomous vehicles and vision AI. Global leaders in software development and professional services are...

Cybersecurity threat hits $15trn as attacks surge

As cyber criminals unleash increasingly sophisticated attacks, CIOs from the world's leading companies are battling an unprecedented wave of digital threats that includes ransomware to phishing and future quantum computing risks. Nearly half of IT directors at global...

Intel pushes performance, power efficiency for AI computing

At CES 2025, Intel unveiled the new Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, featuring AI enhancements, increased efficiency and performance improvements. “Intel Core Ultra processors are setting new benchmarks for mobile AI and graphics, once again demonstrating the...

Nvidia extends access to Grace Blackwell supercomputer

Nvidia has unveiled Nvidia Project DIGITS, a personal AI supercomputer that provides AI researchers, data scientists and students worldwide with access to the power of the Nvidia Grace Blackwell platform. Project DIGITS features the new Nvidia GB10 Grace Blackwell...

AMD expands consumer and commercial AI PC portfolio

AMD unveiled new processors ahead of CES 2025, announcing the new Ryzen AI Max Series processors that exceed the demands for high-performance computing in premium thin and light notebooks; new Ryzen AI 300 Series “Zen-5”-based processors; and Ryzen 200 Series...

Chiplet technology heralds a new era for semiconductors

In the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry, chiplet technology is emerging as a transformative force, offering innovative solutions to many of the challenges faced by traditional monolithic System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. By Dr Xiaoxi He, research director of...

New funding to develop next-gen wireless comms

Researchers from the UK and Ireland are collaborating on a new project to develop a key technology which will enable the next generation of wireless communications. Engineers from the University of Glasgow are teaming up with colleagues from the Tyndall National...

Intel powers PC refresh with silicon-based security

In 2025, it is expected that millions of business PC users will be getting new laptops or desktops. Indeed, this calendar year is expected to be one of the largest computer refresh cycles in recent history, even larger than 2020’s COVID-19 surge driven by remote work...

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JSE launches sustainability and climate change disclosure guidance

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has launched its Sustainability and Climate Disclosure Guidance consultation papers to promote transparency and good governance and guide listed companies on best practice in environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure....

Accel-KKR backs Entersekt

device identity and authentication vendor Entersekt has announced a significant investment from Accel-KKR, a technology-focused private equity firm. The investment will enable Entersekt to accelerate its roadmap, hire top talent and fuel expansion into new markets....

Enterprise 5.0: unlocking the value of 4IR

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is here but in order for industrial companies to realise a real return on their investment, they need to move to Industry 5.0. People are the missing ingredient in 4IR. By Willie Ackermann, chief sales and marketing officer at...

Reinventing retail through AI

The future of retail is one where artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) will combine to deliver a customer experience unlike any other. By Tony Nkuna, senior presales solutions consultant at TechSoft International Already, the likes of 5G, the...

Look out for these software development trends in 2022

Imagine going back thirty years and making predictions about the future. Video calls on hand-held computers that are way more advanced than the computers that sent the Apollo ships to the moon, the ability to work and have meetings with colleagues from anywhere in the...

Equinix expands into Africa with MainOne acquisition

Equinix has announced its expansion into Africa through its intended acquisition of MainOne, a West African data centre and connectivity solutions provider, with presence in Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. The acquisition is expected to close Q1 of 2022, subject to...

The business debate around compulsory vaccinations

With many companies looking to enforce vaccine mandates for employees from the beginning of next year, Ian McAlister, GM of CRS Technologies, examines several of the key issues surrounding this. According to the Consolidated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)...

DMP SA signs on to Commvault’s Metallic MSP programme

Data Management Professionals South Africa (DMP SA) has become an official Managed Service Provider (MSP) Partner for Metallic, a Commvault venture. Iniel Dreyer, MD of DMP SA, says this makes the company the first Metallic MSP partner in the African region and one of...

Ensure your festive season is not a fiery one

With the festive season almost upon us, homeowners are urged to ensure that basic fire-risk mitigation measures are in place if they are going away on holiday, highlights ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk. The situation is also compounded by the current spate of...

SAP CRM Technical Consultant – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Seeking an SAP CRM Technical Consultant to implement, customize, and maintain SAP CRM solutions with expertise in ABAP programming and integration with SAP ECC and S/4HANA. Key Requirements: Minimum 5 years' experience in SAP CRM developmentSAP CRM certification and...

Senior Unix/Linux Systems Administrator

Senior Unix/Linux System AdministratorSeasoned Unix/Linux System Administrator with over 8 years of experience administering and maintaining Oracle Solaris, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), and Oracle Linux infrastructures across hybrid environments, including...

Database Administrator

Database Administrator We are seeking a seasoned Database Administrator with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in database deployment, optimization, security, and management of enterprise data...

Senior Unix/Linux Systems Administrator – Gauteng Braamfontein

Senior Unix/Linux System AdministratorSeasoned Unix/Linux System Administrator with over 8 years of experience administering and maintaining Oracle Solaris, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), and Oracle Linux infrastructures across hybrid environments, including...

Database Administrator – Gauteng Braamfontein

Database Administrator We are seeking a seasoned Database Administrator with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in database deployment, optimization, security, and management of enterprise data...

Project Manager

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,...

Software Tester (CH1132) – FULLY REMOTE

Our client is an innovative cloud-based company that leverages its software to address the legal contracting, compliance, and legal practice challenges faced by listed companies and multinationals.They are looking for a results-driven Software Tester to assist...

Intermediate Full Stack Developer (React & Java) Blouberg – Onsite

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a business consulting firm with expertise in enterprise resource planning, corporate performance management, business intelligence, financial and costing principles, shared services, and employee performance management. They are currently in...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town

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,...

Software Tester (CH1132) – FULLY REMOTE – Western Cape Cape Town

Our client is an innovative cloud-based company that leverages its software to address the legal contracting, compliance, and legal practice challenges faced by listed companies and multinationals.They are looking for a results-driven Software Tester to assist...

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