Chandra observes a star’s inner conflict before it explodes
The inside of a star turned on itself before it spectacularly exploded, according to a new study from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. Today, this shattered star, known as the Cassiopeia A supernova remnant, is one of the best-known, well-studied objects in the sky....
Consumers distrust AI-powered search results
A significant 53% of consumers distrust or have a lack of confidence in the reliability and impartiality of AI search and summaries, according to a survey by Gartner. This concern is reflected in user frustration, with 41% of consumers reporting that generative AI...
Southern Africa a hotspot for cyberthreats
There has been a continued increase in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks across southern Africa, marking the region as a growing hotspot for cyberthreats, according to Netscout’s DDoS Threat Intelligence Report for the first half of the year. This trend is...
New cyber campaign targets PC users
A new wave of the malicious campaign that is spread through web ads and aimed at Windows PC users was discovered by Kaspersky. While browsing the web, users may unknowingly click on an ad that invisibly covers the entire screen, redirecting them to a fake CAPTCHA...
Fibre operator ratings improve slightly
South Africa’s Internet service providers (ISPs) have a slightly better perception of the country’s fibre network operators (FNOs) compared to six months ago. This is according to the results of the latest six-monthly Internet Service Provider Association (ISPA) FNO...
Vodacom, Maziv respond to Competition Tribunal ruling
The Competition Tribunal yesterday (29 October 2024) prohibited Vodacom’s proposed R14-billion investment into Maziv, the fibre holding company of Vumatel and Dark Fibre Africa (DFA). Maziv has responded that it is disappointed by the outcome but respects the...
Euro spending on AI to hit $133bn
According to a new forecast from the Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), European spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to reach $133-billion by 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate...
Expect short-term market volatility after US elections
Despite the hype around the widely-publicised build-up to the US election, numerous analysts and high-profile investors are downplaying the impact of the election outcome on global markets. Speaking on whether he thinks the ripple effects will be large enough to...
Brain drain worsens SA’s significant skills gap
Kathy Gibson reports – The global digital economy is driving a growing need for IT skills – and this is exacerbating the many skills challenges facing the South African market. This is among the headline findings of the latest Institute of IT Professionals of South...
Digital initiatives still fail to meet expectations
On average, only 48% of digital initiatives enterprise-wide meet or exceed their business outcome targets. This is one of the findings from Gartner’s annual global survey of more than 3 100 CIOs and technology executives, and more than 1 100 executive leaders outside...
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Seidor wins SAP Pinnacle Award for 2020
Seidor, a SAP Business One Reseller and a technology integrator, has again won the 2020 SAP Pinnacle Awards in the SAP Business One category. In addition, Seidor Africa was named Number One Business Partner in Africa, an award that highlights an organisation's...
Ricoh’s achieves digital transformation gold status from Microsoft
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The PABX is dead: now what?
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Hyperpersonalisation (and increased customisation) reinvigorates ERP
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Different approaches to metadata management
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Cellucity partners with Pargo
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Mobile authentication key to boosting user experience in East Africa
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Shareholders increase stake in MetroFibre Networx
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Nutanix expands hybrid, multicloud solutions for partners
Nutanix has launched the Nutanix Elevate Service Provider Program, extending the Elevate Partner Program to now include service providers globally. The program empowers service provider partners – including managed and cloud service providers – to build...
Senior Data Engineer
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team in Gauteng. You'll thrive in a remote-first work culture that prioritizes innovation and collaboration, with monthly in-person get-togethers to foster team bonding and idea...
Software Developer at QES
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a .Net developer to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town based / 12 month contract / Hybrid Analyse change requests and determine technical impact.Provide implementation estimates.Maintain...
Senior Data Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic team in Gauteng. You'll thrive in a remote-first work culture that prioritizes innovation and collaboration, with monthly in-person get-togethers to foster team bonding and idea...
Software Developer at QES – Western Cape Bellville
My client based in Cape Town (North) is currently looking for a .Net developer to join them on an independent contract basis Cape Town based / 12 month contract / Hybrid Analyse change requests and determine technical impact.Provide implementation estimates.Maintain...
Project Manager (Demand Generation – Marketing/Communication – WITS RHI)
Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
Technical Support Agent (Spanish / Italian Cape Town)
ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking a Spanish or Italian speaking Technical Support Agent, who will be based onsite in Cape Town the primary contact for customers facing technical issues, providing effective support...
Project Manager (Demand Generation – Marketing/Communication – WITS RHI) – Gauteng Hillbrow
Background: The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
Technical Support Agent (Spanish / Italian Cape Town) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking a Spanish or Italian speaking Technical Support Agent, who will be based onsite in Cape Town the primary contact for customers facing technical issues, providing effective support...
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The purpose of the job is to lead the integration and management of digital systems, particularly the SARITA database in ensuring data accuracy and compliance with certification and legislative requirements, providing strategic support to the Technical Operations...
Senior Software Quality Engineer
To lead quality assurance efforts across projects, mentor junior and intermediate QA engineers, and drive innovation in testing strategies and automation. The role ensures high-quality software delivery through effective testing approaches in collaboration with...
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