Finance AI technologies to watch
Chief financial officers (CFOs) and finance leaders grappling with the volume and pace of AI developments in corporate finance should focus on three areas in the near term, according to Gartner. “The pace and potential of AI developments in finance can be...
Oracle, OpenAI in $300bn data centre deal
OpenAI plans to spend about $300-billion with Oracle, building artificial intelligence data centres to deliver artificial intelligence. This was revealed yesterday by the Wall Street Journal, following the release of Oracle’s financial results. The deal is expected to...
AI drives IT spend in Europe
IT spend in Europe is projected to total $1,28-trillion in 2025 - an increase of 8,7% from 2024 - according to the latest forecast by Gartner which adds that spend in the region is on pace to reach $1,18-trillion by the end of 2024. “In 2024, the surge of building out...
Bolt commits to upgrading safety
Ride-hailer, Bolt says it will commit €100-million over three years to strengthen safety measures on its platform including product development, customer support, safety feature awareness, and preventative measures to minimise safety incidents. The company says its...
Battery material shifts in the Li-ion market
The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery industry is undergoing significant shifts in material usage - driven by the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and stationary battery storage applications. And, despite some short-term concerns over EV adoption, the long-term...
How hybrid work could impact Africa
Africa is in the midst of unprecedented changes to the workplace that will affect enterprises and workers across the continent for decades with the hybrid work model becoming popular not only in South Africa, but throughout Africa. Office rental specialist, Regus,...
Income inequality still high – but there are green shoots
South Africa’s middle and upper classes are growing and becoming more economically inclusive - but challenges remain, according to the latest report from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing: Social Mobility in South Africa. The...
Consumer confidence recovers in time for Black Friday
NIQ South Africa has released its latest State of the Retail Nation analysis for the first nine months of 2024, showing healthy revenue prospects for the FMCG and Tech & Durables retail sectors. The report highlights a positive shift in consumer sentiment...
Voting for Channelwise Awards extended
Voting for the prestigious Channelwise Awards survey has been extended to midnight on 14 November 2024. The Channelwise Awards give South Africa’s IT reseller partners the opportunity voice their opinion and vote for the vendors and distributors they most enjoy...
Fintech transforms African financial services
Fintech companies in Africa have nearly tripled in number since 2020, improving access to finance for people and businesses across the continent, according to a new EIB report. The report, Finance in Africa 2024, highlights improvements in the African financial sector...
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Addiction and remote working: the role of employers
The annual economic impact of Substance Use Disorders (SUD) on the employment sector amounts to millions in lost time, productivity and income. And according to the Achkar Law company, employees are at greater risk to develop unhealthy habits while working from home...
CSAD appointed as AccessData distributor into Africa
Cyber Security Africa Distribution (CSAD) has been appointed as distributor of AccessData. AccessData provides digital forensics software solutions for law enforcement and government agencies, including the Forensic Toolkit (FTK) product. "Our appointment as an...
What you need to know about cryptocurrency
Criminals have kept pace with changing technologies by no longer wanting their crimes to generate hard cash - bitcoin has become the currency of choice. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional sales manager at Fortinet That's particularly true for cybercrime, where ransomware...
Ethical, responsible technology an organisational imperative
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MIP integrates chat functionality
MIP Holdings has introduced a new chat feature into its administration systems. The chat functionality is integrated into MIP's solutions, allowing companies to add value to their business users and their customers alike. "There has been so much hype around companies...
Rack Centre doubles capacity at Lagos campus
Rack Centre has announced the completion of the doubling of its IT load capacity to 1,5 MW at its Lagos campus, further serving cloud providers, content providers, and enterprise customers with additional 600 square metres of data centre white space. The facility...
Leroy Merlin integrates WhatsApp contact centres
Global communications company Infobip, together with illation, has been selected to provide a WhatsApp for Business Application Programme Interface (API) and chatbot solution for Leroy Merlin's contact centre. The collaboration and joint implementation allow Leroy...
Online home services marketplace Kandua raises funding round
Johannesburg-based online marketplace for home services Kandua has announced that it has raised a significant Pre-Series A funding round from a consortium of investors that include Knife Capital and Allan Gray E-Squared Ventures (AGEV). Kandua provides a digital...
Africa Data Centres, Global Sense select Zadara
Zadara has announced that Africa Data Centres and service provider Global Sense have added Zadara's edge cloud services to their marketplace. Zadara's resilient, enterprise-grade products and services, including its Federated Edge program, are now available in...
InterSystems debuts HealthShare Message Transformation Service
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Backend Python Developer (CT – Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is redefining the parking industry by transforming parking lots into smart, digital spaces. Their advanced technology leverages license plate recognition, management software, and digital payments to deliver seamless parking experiences. Based...
Technical Project Manager (IT) at Exclusively Remote – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Work from homeFull time US working hours: 3pm-11pm/4pm-12am SAST, Monday-Friday The Technical Project Manager plays a vital cross-functional role in ensuring successful technical project execution from conception to closeout. In addition to hands-on deployment work,...
C# .Net Software Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Job Title: C#.Net Software DeveloperLocation: Johannesburg, OnsiteAbout the RoleAre you a seasoned C# .Net Developer looking to make a real impact in the financial services sector? Join a high-performing Agile team in the financial services sector, where innovation,...
Senior Technical Architect
Senior Technical ArchitectWe are seeking a Senior Technical Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-grade architecture across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments. You'll work across multiple domains-from microservices to...
Analyst Developer
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Analyst Developer to join them on a fixed term contract. IT / Finance Responsibilities Advanced technical solution design, code, test and debug software according to the functional...
Senior Technical Architect – Gauteng Braamfontein
Senior Technical ArchitectWe are seeking a Senior Technical Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-grade architecture across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments. You'll work across multiple domains-from microservices to...
Analyst Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior Analyst Developer to join them on a fixed term contract. IT / Finance Responsibilities Advanced technical solution design, code, test and debug software according to the functional...
Data Engineer
Data EngineerA leading financial services and insurance organization is seeking an experienced Data Engineer with a strong focus on DevOps to join its Data Engineering Department. This role is instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable data...
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Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid working conditionsWork Location: SandtonSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pmAn innovative FinTech SME Lender on a growth trajectory, powering up the local economy one ambitious business owner at a time are looking for a very smart System...
Data Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Data EngineerA leading financial services and insurance organization is seeking an experienced Data Engineer with a strong focus on DevOps to join its Data Engineering Department. This role is instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable data...
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