Zoom ups collaboration ante with Zoom Docs
The rollout of Zoom Docs reinforces Zoom Video Communications' role in enhancing productivity within hybrid work environments and positions the company competitively against Microsoft and Google, says research group GlobalData, adding it also underscores the company's...
AMD ups investment in AI with Silo AI acquisition
AMD has completed its acquisition of the largest private AI lab in Europe - Silo AI - for an all-cash transaction of $665-million, furthering its commitment to deliver end-to-end AI solutions based on on open standards and in strong partnership with the global AI...
10 local finalists vie for spot at Startup World Cup
The organisers of the annual Africa Tech Festival - taking place in Cape Town from 14 to 16 November - have announced the Top 10 finalists of the AfricaIgnite Pitch Competition who will battle it out to win the opportunity to represent the African continent in the...
Espionage-ready worming miner uncovered
Kaspersky experts have uncovered a previously unknown, highly sophisticated StripedFly malware with global reach affecting over 1-million victims since at least 2017. Initially acting as a cryptocurrency miner, it turned out to be complex malware with a...
In a changing world, hybrid cloud offers choice
Kathy Gibson reports - The cloud computing environment is constantly changing and organisations can no longer afford to have a single platform approach. This is the word from Craig Parker, head of hybrid cloud: Europe at Fujitsu, who believes the correct value...
Fujitsu evolves to meet customer imperatives
Kathy Gibson reports - The last couple of years have seen massive advances in technology and new business use cases - and IT companies have been leading the charge. Fujitsu has a 88-year history of innovation. It has moved from a hardware supplier, to a software...
IT leaders should focus on these technologies in 2024
Gartner has listed its Top 10 strategic technology trends which organisations need to explore in 2024. "Technology disruptions and socio-economic uncertainties require willingness to act boldly and strategically to enhance resilience over ad hoc responses," says Bart...
What needs to be done to realise Africa’s e-commerce potential
A report by the GSM Association (GSMA) and the UK's Department for Business and Trade highlighted the impact of e-commerce on micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to help them grow new markets, profitability and resilience. However, in Africa, online retail as...
Execs aren’t sleeping enough – and it’s a cardiometabolic risk
A new study published in Preventive Medicine journal found that four years of consistently inadequate sleep in corporate executives was associated with adverse cardiometabolic health. Led by Paula Pienaar, a PhD candidate at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Vrije...
Modern slavery still a huge risk in supply chains
Seventy-one percent of sustainable procurement leaders consider addressing modern slavery risk a key priority, but just half report making effective progress on the issue, according to new research from Gartner. Chief procurement officers (CPOs) cannot rely on...
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Digital Core gives business a platform for success
The Digital Core has traditionally tended to refer to the core application of any business, typically an accounting or ERP solution - one of the first applications that the business started with to manage their processes and keep track of financial information. By...
Fujitsu kicks off ambitious DX transformation
Aiming to strengthen competitiveness in the digital age, Fujitsu has launched a company-wide digital transformation (DX) project. The project, dubbed Fujitra (Fujitsu Transformation) aims at a complete reevaluation and shift in business processes, organizations, and...
Thousands of MEA students gain Cisco certification
The Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad) has had a 27% increase in the number of students trained across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), over a one-year period. A total of 378 900 students in the region were trained in FY20, compared to 297 800 students in FY19. Since...
Pivotal Data deploys extensible cloud for contact centre
Pivotal Data, a specialist contact centre and customer experience solution provider, has leveraged the cloud-hosted environment of VMware Cloud Verified partner Silicon Sky to facilitate the expansion of its cloud-hosted contact centre environment to assist customers...
Fujitsu accelerates advanced workloads with Nvidia GPU-powered Server Primergy GX2460 M1
Fujitsu is fuelling global data-driven transformation by making NVidia GPU-accelerated computing for advanced AI workloads accessible to mainstream customers. The expansion of its Nvidia GPU-driven Primergy GX server portfolio delivers high-speed performance for...
New Zealand Stock Exchange DDoS attacks a security wake-up call
At the end of August, a series of cyberattacks on the New Zealand Stock Exchange over five consecutive days forced it to halt trading for a number of hours for four out of those five days. The attacks raised questions about the stock exchange's security, as well as...
Nokia automates 4G/5G network slicing in RAN, transport and core domains
Nokia believes it is the first vendor to offer extreme automation of 4G and 5G network slicing across all network domains, including RAN, transport and core. The company has introduced new network management, controller and orchestration capabilities to its solution,...
Partnering to tackle unemployment through digital skills development
Microsoft South Africa has provided a $150 000 (over R2,5-million) grant to Afrika Tikkun as part of a strategic partnership linked to its Global Skills Initiative to pass on critical digital skills to 25-million people worldwide by the end of the year. In the three...
Hunger: the devastating consequence of Covid-19 in SA
Even before Covid-19 reared its head, millions of South Africans went hungry every day, writes Gillian Le Cordeur, CEO of the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA). While efforts to feed the vulnerable have been long-established through organisations like...
FNB rolls out QR code payments on Speedpoint
Consumers shopping across the country will now be able to make QR code payments (Scan to Pay) on all FNB's standalone point of sale terminals (Speedpoint devices). Thokozani Dlamini, FNB merchant services CEO, says given the challenges we are currently facing globally...
Project Manager (Contract – Wits/SAMRC Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Unit (AGTRU))
Additional information:The AGTRU team is focused on countering viral infections that cause serious health problems in sub Saharan Africa The long term objectives of AGTRU are to advance gene therapy for treatment of viral infections, develop human capacity in the...
AI Specialist at Datonomy Solutions
An AI Specialist within the Business Analysis COE plays a pivotal role in integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance the capabilities and e?ciency of business analysts. This position aims to leverage AI technologies to automate routine tasks, provide...
SOC Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Client Details:Our client is a reputable provider offering cyber security consulting, technology integration, and managed security services. As a member of their inclusive and diverse team, you will have the freedom to work with innovation and flexibility. The...
Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...
Project Manager (Contract – Wits/SAMRC Antiviral Gene Therapy Research Unit (AGTRU)) – Gauteng Parktown
Additional information:The AGTRU team is focused on countering viral infections that cause serious health problems in sub Saharan Africa The long term objectives of AGTRU are to advance gene therapy for treatment of viral infections, develop human capacity in the...
AI Specialist at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
An AI Specialist within the Business Analysis COE plays a pivotal role in integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance the capabilities and e?ciency of business analysts. This position aims to leverage AI technologies to automate routine tasks, provide...
Functional Sharepoint Developer at Reverside
Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for a Functional Sharepoint...
Developer – Python (Lead) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Join a thriving community of individuals transforming lives through direct selling. Since 1998, people have been changing their lives with our client, taking ownership of career opportunities provided, empowering them to earn a sustainable income and...
Jnr CNC Machinist Programmer at South African Astronomical Observatory
The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CNC Programmer Machinist. Purpose of the job: Manufacture Components for Scientific Instruments Key Responsibilities: Component manufacturingOperation of CNC...
SQL Developer (with DBA Experience)
We are looking a SQL Developer with DBA knowledge to join our [Email Address Removed] will play a dual role in both developing robust SQL databases and ensuring their smooth operation, security, and optimization. Your expertise will be key in supporting our...
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