Revenue to hit $1bn as quantum breakthroughs advance

Worldwide, quantum computing revenue is projected to total $1,1-billion in 2027, according to Gartner. “Nations and businesses have scaled spending in quantum literacy, patents, partnerships, and early use-case exploration,” says Gaurav Gupta, vice-president analyst...

Fuel price shock will hit supply chains hard, driving prices up

South Africa’s latest fuel price increase will put fresh pressure on already strained supply chains, says supply chain industry body SAPICS. The organisation warns that the cost impact is likely to extend far beyond the transport sector and into consumers’ pockets at...

SA must put jobs at the centre of its AI future

South Africans are embracing AI, but turning that appetite into economic opportunity will require trained educators, reliable Internet, affordable access, recognised skills pathways, scaling of existing financing models, and investment in the country’s own languages,...

SA’s data centre boom starts to raise questions

South Africa’s rapidly expanding data centre sector is highlighting a fundamental gap in how the country plans and regulates major digital infrastructure: there is no comprehensive public record of how many facilities are operating, where they are located, or how much...

Fully-automated vehicle assembly a reality by 2030

By 2029, only 5% of automakers will maintain strong AI investment growth - a decline from over 95% today, predicts Gartner. “The automotive sector is currently experiencing a period of AI euphoria, where many companies want to achieve disruptive value even before...

Turning screen time into growth time

In a world of mindless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, a young South African entrepreneur is offering an alternative - 20-year-old Muako Maepa has built IQ, a fresh take on quiz gaming that turns the habit of quick digital engagement into something purposeful...

Air safety slips from 2023 highs

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2024 Annual Safety Report. The industry delivered another year of strong overall performance on safety including showing improvements on the five-year average for several key parameters, but it took a...

Alexa+, powered by GenAI, debuts

Amazon has launched Alexa+, its next-generation assistant powered by generative AI (GenAI). According to Panos Panay, senior vice-president: devices and services at Amazon, Alexa+ is more conversational, smarter and more personalised. “She keeps you entertained, helps...

MTN expects earnings drop, but positive trajectory

The MTN Group expects to report a strong underlying performance for the 2024 financial year, ended 31 December 2014, despite the challenges in the operating environment that will drive a drop in earnings. In a trading statement issued today, the group says the...

Africa’s parliaments lag on gender parity

Despite political shifts across Africa, the representation of women and youth in national parliaments remains low. At the current pace, gender parity in African legislatures will not be achieved until 2100, according to Futurelect. In 2024, women held just 23% of...

Scams ramp up ahead of the Oscars

As excitement builds for the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony, Kaspersky experts warn that cybercriminals are seizing the opportunity to exploit eager movie fans with fraudulent streaming scams. Disguised as free streaming offers for Oscar-nominated movies, these...

Meme coin started as a joke is biggest winner

Meme coins may have started as jokes, but their explosive growth over the past years proves they are anything but trivial. Although still considered speculative and risky, these digital assets have surged in popularity, fueled by their devoted online communities....

SA users tread a minefield of security, privacy threats

South African users experienced more than 32-million cybersecurity threats in 2024, according to new research from NordVPN. The study finds that Internet users should be careful when clicking links that appear to have been sent by big tech companies as there’s a good...

Hybrid working companies more optimistic about growth

Businesses operating in the hybrid model have reported that they are significantly more optimistic about growth in the year ahead than more traditionally focused businesses that require their teams to commute daily. These companies also recognise that hybrid working...

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Defuse the ticking mental health time-bomb

Workplaces across the globe are facing a mental health crisis of unprecedented scope, as the effects of almost two years of anxiety, uncertainty and fear will transition into another period of flux as we enter 2022, a leadership expert says. Debbie Goodman, group CEO...

Cassava Technologies aims to empower Africa

Privately held African telecommunications group Econet has announced the launch of Cassava Technologies, which brings together Econet's digital services and digital infrastructure product segments, encompassing fibre broadband networks, data centres, and renewable...

Fintech lender growth exposes demand for business funding

South African businesses have been through trying times during Covid-19 as fintech Fundrr attests. Demand for funding increased and clients' ability to pay decreased during the first hard lockdown. But, the fintech attracted an investor and in the past year, Fundrr...

Grindstone Ventures launches $6,5m venture capital fund

Grindstone Ventures has launched a $6,5-million (R100-million) fund dedicated to seed funding predominantly South African innovative technology startups who have completed, or are part, of its Grindstone Accelerator programme. The programme is a growth engineer for...

Optimise customer service in line with the new WhatsApp pricing

February 2022 marks the date that WhatsApp for Business will be changing its pricing from the current notification-based model to a conversation-based model. This new way of costing conversations puts the customer at the centre of every engagement and can be used by...

Mitigating the popularity risk

Check Point Research, for the second quarter of 2021, found that Microsoft was the most popular brand used to lure unsuspecting individuals and employees. This isn't hard to believe because Microsoft's Active Directory continues to dominate the market share globally...

MainOne supports VIPNET with increased capacity

MainOne, the West African connectivity and data centre solutions provider, has upgraded Ivorian ISP VIPNET's capapacity form 155Mbos to 1Gbps. VIPNET is a telecommunications operator that provides connectivity services and technology integration solutions through the...

BCX scoops Cisco MEA Security Partner of the Year Award

BCX was awarded the Cisco Middle East and Africa Security Partner of the Year Award, which recognises Cisco's top performing regional partner for business growth while delivering world-class customer sales and service. BCX competed against more than 2000 Cisco...

STL expands its software business in Africa

Digital network integrator STL has announced a strategic partnership with Limpopo Connexion, a subsidiary of Limpopo Economic Development Agency that provides broadband services to government bodies and enterprises in South Africa. STL's Digital BSS/OSS platform gives...

Senior Network Administrator

Key Responsibilities: Maintain and manage, in conjunction with networking team, networking switches and routers conforming to requirements fromNetworking Security Team Develop, manage and maintain documentation of the system architecture. Develop and maintain database...

Senior Network Administrator – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Key Responsibilities: Maintain and manage, in conjunction with networking team, networking switches and routers conforming to requirements fromNetworking Security Team Develop, manage and maintain documentation of the system architecture. Develop and maintain database...

CNC Programmer

Maxmead, Pinetown - An exciting CNC Programmer position is available at a leading manufacturer in the furniture sector. This role focuses on technical programming for advanced wood-based production.Our client is a well-established name in the furniture manufacturing...

CNC Programmer – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown

Maxmead, Pinetown - An exciting CNC Programmer position is available at a leading manufacturer in the furniture sector. This role focuses on technical programming for advanced wood-based production.Our client is a well-established name in the furniture manufacturing...

Business Analyst at QES

My client based in Gauteng is currently sourcing for a Business Analyst in the Business Change department to join them on an initial 9 month contract Gauteng / Hybrid / Contract / Insurance The Business Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the Specialist...

Front-End Developer

Front End DeveloperJoin a fast-scaling SaaS company revolutionising digital travel experiencesRemote | R50 000 R65 000 (Negotiable) | B2B SaaS | UK Hours (9am5:30pm) About Our ClientOur client is an innovative B2B SaaS company transforming the travel industry with...

Business Analyst at QES – Gauteng Sandton

My client based in Gauteng is currently sourcing for a Business Analyst in the Business Change department to join them on an initial 9 month contract Gauteng / Hybrid / Contract / Insurance The Business Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the Specialist...

Front-End Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Front End DeveloperJoin a fast-scaling SaaS company revolutionising digital travel experiencesRemote | R50 000 R65 000 (Negotiable) | B2B SaaS | UK Hours (9am5:30pm) About Our ClientOur client is an innovative B2B SaaS company transforming the travel industry with...

Data Manager (Wits VIDA)

Background:The Vaccines and Infectious Diseases Analytics (VIDA) Research Unit of the University of the Witwatersrand, formerly RMPRU (Respiratory and Meningeal Pathogens Research Unit) has for over 20 years conducted numerous studies to assess the burden of and...

Senior Network Administrator

An exciting opportunity is available for a skilled Senior Network Administrator to support and maintain enterprise-wide network services. This role is suited to a professional with solid technical expertise in network infrastructure, strong operational experience, and...

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