Fibre network operators proliferate, but confidence drops

Confidence in South Africa's fibre network operators (FNOs) is slipping. This is among the findings from the FNO perception survey released by Internet industry association ISPA. The February 2024 poll measured the views of about 50 Internet service providers (ISPs)...

SA enterprises are embracing GenAI

Kathy Gibson reports – South Africa’s largest enterprises are well on the way on their generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) journeys. This is according to the South African Generative AI Roadmap for 2024 survey by World Wide Worx, commissioned by Dell...

Digital twins herald shift to Industry 5.0

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0, digital twin technology stands at the forefront of innovation, revolutionising the way industries operate and paving the way for the seamless integration of artificial intelligence (AI). This advancement heralds a...

Intel aims for sustainable AI with world’s largest neuromorphic system

Intel says it has built the world's largest neuromorphic system. Code-named Hala Point, the large-scale neuromorphic system, initially deployed at Sandia National Laboratories, utilises Intel’s Loihi 2 processor, aims at supporting research for future brain-inspired...

Ferrari dons blue livery as it announces HP partnership

As HP and Ferrari announce a major new sponsorship, the racing team is set to switch its iconic red livery for blue in the upcoming Miami Grand Prix (3 to 5 May). The colour switch for the Miami meet is a nod to previous North American Grand Prix races when Ferrari...

Workers are keen on GenAI, but more wary in their personal lives

In a mere five days, ChatGPT amassed a million users, solidifying its status as a household name and highlighting a widespread public fascination with artificial intelligence (AI). According to new research by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), consumers' knowledge and...

Debt burden, resource-backed loans hinder Africa’s potential

Africa's immense economic potential is being undermined by non-transparent resource-backed loans that complicate debt resolution and compromise countries' future growth. "I think it's time for us to have debt transparency accountability and make sure that this whole...

Finance professionals divided about the future of finance

A clear divide has opened up between accounting and finance professionals who work as business partners and those who don't. This is among the findings of a new paper from AICPA & CIMA, which have released their 'Re-defining finance for a sustainable world' white...

Deepfake frauds are on the rise

The artificial intelligence (AI) renaissance, which turned artificial intelligence into one of the hottest topics in both the consumer and business sectors, comes with its dark side, as more and more scammers use AI tools for cyberattacks and data breaches....

Right-to-repair law could cut e-waste

It's a frustrating scenario most South African consumers are all too familiar with: You purchase an expensive new electrical item or electronic device, and shortly after the warranty expires, a small part breaks. But when you take it into the manufacturer, they simply...

Startup innovation shapes tech landscape

In the ever-evolving landscape of tech innovation, practical and customer-centric solutions take centre stage - from AI-driven medical diagnostics to streamlined IT management platforms enhancing operational efficiency, the focus is on solutions that directly impact...

Immunisation saves millions of African lives

An estimated 51,2-million lives have been saved through vaccines in the African region over the past 50 years. For every infant life saved over that period, close to 60 years of life are lived, a new report by World Health Organization (WHO) finds. These achievements...

Deposit Insurance protects banking customers

The Corporation for Deposit Insurance (CODI) now aligns South Africa with the rest of the G20, guaranteeing cash deposits of up to R100 000 per qualifying depositor in the event of a bank collapse. The Reserve Bank estimates that the R100 000 cap means that more than...

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Security must-haves insurtechs cannot compromise on

As insurance businesses move from old tech to newer digital systems and products, they could be opening themselves up to security risks. Insurtech companies should be implementing strict, multi-level security systems to prevent the sensitive personal data their...

Creative learnerships can drive rapid skills development

As South Africa continues to grapple with its massive youth (15-34 years) unemployment rate of 4,7-million individuals (Q4 2023), there is a critical need for innovative approaches to skills development and employability. Rajan Naidoo, MD of EduPower Skills Academy...

AI, scarcity, power all key datacentre trends

It's easy to say that 2023 was the year of AI, or generative AI to be more specific. Adjusting to its demands - and exploiting its potential - will continue to be a big ask for the datacentre industry this year, compounded by the need for stable energy supply, cooling...

How to maximise the value of data analysis

In a world flooded with data, the ability to effectively apply this vast resource is a defining factor for business success. However, merely possessing reams of data is insufficient; businesses must strategically apply it towards sustainable growth and achieving their...

Innovative solutions for sustainable high-performance computing

High performance computing (HPC) is revolutionising the problem-solving capabilities of engineers, data scientists and other IT specialists across a range of industries, worldwide. By Tony Bartlett, director of data centre compute at Dell Technologies South Africa It...

Virtual healthcare could be a catalyst for social change

According to the United Nations Development Programme, more than 400-million people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to good health care, representing nearly half of the global total without this essential service. The UNDP's latest Insurance and Risk Finance report...

How the digital nomad visa could impact local coders

With South Africa getting closer to rolling out a digital nomad visa, it is a mix of good news for the economy but also a cause for concern about how it might affect our local coders, writes Mvelo Hlophe, CEO of Zaio. Remote work is gaining popularity, allowing...

What are MFA fatigue attacks and how can they be prevented?

Multifactor authentication is a security measure that requires users to provide a second form of verification before they can log into a corporate network. It has long been considered essential for keeping fraudsters out. However, cybercriminals have been discovering...

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Our client, the most innovative financial institution in South Africa, is seeking a Solutions Architect with experience in the telecommunications industry to join our dynamic Mobile Telecommunications product team. The Solutions Architect will play a key role in...

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A leader in the Insurance field is on the look out for a Technical Analyst to form part of their Team.The technical Analyst will work closely with business analysts and support development by doing system analysis on incidents, problems, and IT projects....

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