How City of Joburg innovated to keep the lights on
Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila Transcend in Sun City – When it started on its digital transformation journey, the City of Johannesburg had to not only update obsolete technology, but convince business users to adopt better processes. Having partnered with SAP since...
Supercomputer aims to accelerate Nobel-worthy science
Doudna is a new supercomputer being built at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California. “It will advance scientific discovery from chemistry to physics to biology and all powered by — unleashing this power — of artificial intelligence,” says US...
E-waste to exceed 100m metric tons by 2030
The global e-waste management market will reach 101,3-million metric tons by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 6,6% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a recent report from Grand View Research. The rapid pace of technological advancements significantly drives the growth of the...
Boosting consent and collaboration is key to ethical ancient DNA research
In a paper recently published in a peer-reviewed journal, Communications Biology, researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Yale University have argued for the implementation of informed proxy or relational autonomy consent in ancient human DNA research...
Strong growth predicted for AI in video surveillance
The global AI in video surveillance market will reach $28,76-billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 28,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to new research by Grand View Research. Rapid advancements in deep learning and computer vision technologies have significantly improved the...
Desco calls for consumer incentives in vape disposal
Desco Electronic Recyclers is urgently calling on producers, sellers, and retailers to incentivise consumers to return used vapes and e-cigarettes for proper disposal. With over 95% of these products ending up in landfills, Desco stresses the critical need for...
ACSA trains front-line workers to use sign language
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is collaborating with the South African National Deaf Association (SANDA) to provide sign language training to 130 front-line staff across ACSA's network, enhancing the accessibility and inclusivity of its airports. The training...
Behind the screens at the Las Vegas Sphere
Sphere is a new kind of entertainment medium in Las Vegas, captivating audiences with spectacular LED displays that cover nearly 750 000 square feet inside and outside the venue. Behind the screens, around 150 Nvidia RTX A6000 GPUs help power visuals on...
Serious concerns raised over 2022 census data
Professor Tom Moultrie and Emeritus Professor Rob Dorrington, demographers from the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Centre for Actuarial Research (CARe), have identified significant issues with the 2022 South African census. Their expertise, particularly in analysing...
Olympics will drive increased spend on cybersecurity in Europe
While previous Olympic games have faced cybersecurity threats, the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad - Paris 2024 - will see the largest number of threats, the most complex threat landscape, the largest ecosystem of threat actors, and the highest degree of ease for threat...
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Top cybersecurity challenges for 2021
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Wall Street Journal recognises Kyocera as sustainably managed
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The changing face of customer service in a post-pandemic economy
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The difference between data governance and data stewardship
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Argility Technology Group becomes Google Cloud Build Partner
The Argility Technology Group (ATG), a leading developer of software and technology solutions, has become a Google Cloud Build Partner, and thus a member of Google Cloud's Partner Advantage Program. Marko Salic, ATG CEO, says this thrilling move was compelling for the...
Acronis announces new reseller and service provider cloud-focused #CyberFit Partner Programme
Global cyber protection Acronis has expanded its Acronis #CyberFit Partner Programme, placing increased emphasis on supporting partner development, particularly for cloud-based services. The programme will reward service providers and resellers for their expertise,...
Assessing the director: a CV is only tip of the iceberg
State capture, defined as "seeking to influence the formation of laws in order to protect and promote influential private interests", and its resultant Zondo Commission, continues to shock South Africans from all walks of life. Signium's corporate governance...
Trends shaping the cybersecurity outlook for 2021
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Ukheshe, KCB partner to boost East African payment services
In an initiative that will see the growth and development of payment services within the East Africa region, digital fintech platform provider Ukheshe,has announced the conclusion of a new agreement with the Kenya-based lender KCB Bank Kenya. Through the agreement,...
Backend Java Developer (AWS) – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
We are looking for a talented Java Developer with strong experience in Java EE backend development, AWS cloud services, and unit testing. You'll be part of a cross-functional team building scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications. This is a...
Senior Project Manager – Eastern Cape Lusikisiki
Industry:Construction Position:Senior Project ManagerURGENT Role - 12 month Limited Duration Contract Essence of the job:The successful incumbent will be responsible for the effective overall management of the site. This includes the optimisation of financial...
Senior Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Kloof
Hire Resolve's client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to join their innovative development team in Kloof, KwaZulu- Natal. This individual will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining a variety of...
IT Operations (Mobile Network) – 3184
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Our client, based in Centurion, is looking for the services of a Senior Software Developer to join their team. Should have at least 5 years experience as a software developer with skills in C#, .NET Core, React and Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and...
IT Operations (Mobile Network) – 3184 – Gauteng Pretoria
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Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Centurion
Our client, based in Centurion, is looking for the services of a Senior Software Developer to join their team. Should have at least 5 years experience as a software developer with skills in C#, .NET Core, React and Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and...
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ENVIRONMENT:A young & dynamic EdTech startup seeks the coding expertise of a proactive & passionate Senior Full Stack Developer with around 8+ years of solid experience with C# and the .Net stack to join its team. Working closely with the CTO, you will help...
Mid-Level Software Developer
Our client, based in Centurion is looking for the services of a Software Developer. You will need 2 - 4 years Development experience with technologies such as C#/.NET Core, React, or Node.js. Send your CV now!Qualifications and Experience: Minimum...
Senior Full Stack Developer (C#.Net) (CPT Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
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