CEOs take the lead as AI investment gains pace

Corporate AI investment is growing significantly and it’s not about to slow down. Companies are planning to double their spending on the technology in 2026, accounting for about 1,7% of revenues - more than twice the increase for 2025. Meanwhile, CEOs are rolling up...

Geoeconomic risks rise in new age of competition

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026, published yesterday (14 January), finds geoeconomic confrontation emerges as the top risk for the year, followed by interstate conflict, extreme weather, societal polarisation and misinformation and disinformation....

South Africans stay optimistic as they adapt to financial pressures

South African households are showing signs of meaningful financial adaptation amid ongoing cost pressures, according to TransUnion’s latest Q4 2025 Consumer Pulse Study. While inflation and affordability challenges persist, consumers are becoming more intentional in...

Cyber-enabled fraud one of the most pervasive global threats

Artificial intelligence, geopolitical fragmentation and a surge in cyber-enabled fraud are redefining the global cyber risk landscape at unprecedented speed, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026. The report, developed in...

Syntech shines in Customer Care

Syntech Distribution has cemented its position as South Africa’s favourite distributor when it comes to caring for its reseller partners. For an impressive fourth time, Syntech has scooped the Customer Care Distributor of the Year award by a comfortable margin. The...

These are the top vendors for 2025

The votes are in, and South African resellers have named their favourite vendors for 2025. The 13th annual Channelwise Awards survey attracted a record 2 828 voters, who named their favourite vendors in 10 categories, as follows:   Infrastructure Hardware...

Data centres fuel global construction boom

The unseen forces of AI and cloud computing are never out of the news, yet behind the headlines lies a story of growth and innovation as tangible as bricks and mortar. The heavy computing power required by AI workloads - and the growing global demand for AI...

AI, cybersecurity, brand trust changing digital entertainment dynamics

There has been a major shift in the digital entertainment and tech landscape where operational AI, advanced cybersecurity, and brand reputation are becoming more critical than traditional performance marketing, according to SOFTSWISS’s 2026 iGaming Trends Report. The...

Magnificent 7 ramp up R&D, capex as AI drives revenue surge

The Magnificent 7 - Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Nvidia, and Tesla - ended their latest fiscal year with an unmistakable theme: escalating R&D intensity and capital spending aligned around artificial intelligence (AI), even as cash balances normalise...

Louvre heist: Surveillance systems’ passwords were shockingly simple

Official documents revealed during the ongoing investigation into the daring Louvre heist last month are shedding light on a specific cybersecurity weakness at the museum, according to a leading cybersecurity expert. The documents, covering information from 2014...

Millennium Technology Prize open for nominations

The world's leading innovation award Millennium Technology Prize will be awarded again in May 2027 with the eligibility criteria of the prize being expanded to additional future-oriented innovations aimed at improving the well-being of humankind and the planet, and to...

Vodacom reports revenue up 10,9%

Vodacom has reported an increase in revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2025, delivering ahead of it medium-term target of double-digit EBITDA growth. Revenue for the period was R8,6-billion up 10,9%. Financial services revenue increased 20,3% to R8-billion...

Business AI leapfrogs global counterparts with its Marketplace

South Africa is renowned for its ability to leapfrog its global counterparts when it comes to technology – fintech, agritech, and mobility are just some examples – and now new Mustek subsidiary, Business AI, is aiming to do the same with enterprise AI. In...

How much is your stolen card worth on the dark web?

According to recent research from NordVPN, prices for stolen payment cards on dark-web marketplaces have risen in most countries. While the global average remains around $8, some markets have jumped by as much as 444%. In South Africa, the average price climbed from...

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The irreplaceable role of human strategy in legal practice

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are rapidly transforming legal workflows – from accelerating research to streamlining contract analysis and enhancing e-discovery. But, while these tools offer speed and pattern recognition, legal professionals caution that they...

Why SA tech companies should pay attention to an AI lawsuit

A recent landmark ruling by a California court has delivered legal clarity on a defining question in the era of generative AI: can large language models (LLMs) be trained on copyrighted works without the rights holder’s consent? By Kate Beretta, partner, and Ashleigh...

Quantum computing a double-edged sword for the digital age

Quantum computing is poised to redefine the boundaries of data security, offering groundbreaking solutions while threatening modern encryption’s foundations. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD: technology services group at In2IT Technologies. For third-party IT...

The psychology of pay: Why employees stay or leave

In a country where economic uncertainty, inequality, and unemployment are daily realities, it is assumed that primarily money is what keeps South Africans in their jobs. But this is no longer the full picture. By Deon Smit, master reward specialist and SARA Exco...

Digital wallets open the doors to a whole new paradigm

Describing the payments environment as “dynamic and fast-moving” would border on cliche and be an understatement. By Paul Wenborn, business development manager at Ecentric Sweeping comments such as these must come from a place of deep market knowledge and confidence....

AI helps to beat the heat in the data centre

Data centres are the foundation of our digital world, powering everything from cloud computing to AI. But this immense capability comes at a cost - substantial energy consumption, much of it tied to cooling systems. As demand for computing grows, so too does the...

Bridging the skills gap means reimagining education

As the world hurtles toward a more digital, automated and interconnected future, the question that should be on our minds as a nation is - “Are graduates being adequately prepared with the right skills to survive and thrive, now and in the future?” According to the...

SA rewires its future through PPPs

On 4 April 2025, the South Africa Transmission Infrastructure Investment Forum brought together key decision makers, including Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, alongside industry leaders, financiers, and developers. The forum laid the...

Backup has evolved, but has your strategy?

With cyber threats rising and compliance standards tightening, South African organisations are under growing pressure to revisit their data protection strategies. According to Obsidian Systems, an supplier of open-source solutions and global SaaS backup HYCU, the era...

Infobip brings voice calling to WhatsApp Business users

Infobip has launched WhatsApp Business Calling, a new feature that enables businesses to make and receive voice calls via their WhatsApp Business numbers. The feature allows businesses to receive and initiate voice calls globally, using WhatsApp’s native interface so...

AML Analyst at QES

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a AML Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis (12 months) Onsite / Hybrid work model The role is situated within the AML Central Department and involves overseeing operational responsibilities...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Project Manager to oversee construction projects within the built environment. The successful candidate will manage project execution from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are...

Support Technician – Western Cape Cape Town

We are looking for a Support Technician to provide Hardware and Software Support to our Client. MUST have valid CompTIA A+ & N+.Manage, maintain and repair IT systemsMaintain the company's computer services and equipmentProvide guidance and best practices to...

AML Analyst at QES – Western Cape Bellville

My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a AML Analyst to join them on an independent contract basis (12 months) Onsite / Hybrid work model The role is situated within the AML Central Department and involves overseeing operational responsibilities...

AbInitio Back End Developer

Key Responsibilities:Develop ExpressIT application templates for EazyData using JSON template schema.Integrate and interact with Metadata Hub APIs.Work with continuous graphs and subscribe to external APIs.Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating...

Business Analyst – SAP SD / MM at Datonomy Solutions

The Business Analyst (SAP SD & SAP MM) is responsible for analysing, designing, and optimising business processes across Sales & Distribution (SD) and Materials Management (MM). This role serves as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams,...

Solutions Architect

A leading IT Solutions company is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join their team in Sandton. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Solutions Architect to drive growth across new lines by identifying potential customers, conducting...

AbInitio Back End Developer – Gauteng Edenburg

Key Responsibilities:Develop ExpressIT application templates for EazyData using JSON template schema.Integrate and interact with Metadata Hub APIs.Work with continuous graphs and subscribe to external APIs.Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating...

Solutions Architect – Gauteng Sandton

A leading IT Solutions company is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join their team in Sandton. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Solutions Architect to drive growth across new lines by identifying potential customers, conducting...

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