Home Page - IT-Online
1 day ago · More than six out of 10 (64%) consumers are likely or very likely to consider an electric vehicle (EV) for their next purchase. The TCS Future-Ready eMobility Study 2025 from Tata Consultancy Services also highlights that, while 60% of consumers said charging...
IT services on the rebound as AI expertise becomes a top priority
15 hours ago · In 2025, the value of the top 25 IT services brands has reached $163-billion – with 15 of them increasing their brand values – according to a new report from leading brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance.. This growth is driven by more favourable market conditions, with IT companies benefiting from interest rate cuts, a rebound in corporate spending, and sustained demand for emerging ...
Microsoft to equip 1m SA youth with AI, cybersecurity skills
12 hours ago · Kathy Gibson reports from the Microsoft AI Tour – Microsoft will train one million young South Africans in useful digital skills within the next 12 months. Lillian Barnard, president of Microsoft Africa, today told delegates at the Microsoft AI Tour in Sandton that the company’s National Skilling Initiative aims to equip more youth with in-demand […]
Key trends that will bring positive change to SA’s IT sector
3 days ago · Partnerships have the power to not only unlock a new pool of tailored talent for South African businesses but also address the country’s unemployment crisis by bringing more people – particularly women and youth – into the IT sector. By Nashid Cassiem, operations GM at redAcademy South Africa’s business landscape has become increasingly competitive with […]
What does 2025 hold in store for SA enterprises? - IT-Online
Jan 3, 2025 · As technology continues to evolve, its impact on the way we work, live and innovate grows exponentially. By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond being just a buzzword. It’s now at the heart of global transformation. From AI-enhanced PCs to advancements in data centre design, […]
IT-Online: Daily Update
Jan 3, 2025 · Slight uptick forecast for global car sales: January 3, 2025: Global new light vehicle sales in 2025 are expected to rise 1,7% year-over-year, to 89,6-million units, according to a new forecast by S&P Global Mobility.
The Internet's evolution in SA - IT-Online
Nov 5, 2024 · Over the last decade, South Africa has witnessed a dramatic transformation in its digital landscape. By David Coleman, chief product officer at Frogfoot Networks The country has made significant strides, with mobile networks now reaching almost every corner of the nation – according to GSMA Intelligence, mobile connections have achieved an impressive 100% penetration rate, […]
Prioritise data strategies in 2025 - IT-Online
2 days ago · As South African businesses navigate an increasingly data-driven world, many face the challenge of turning overwhelming amounts of information into actionable insights. Ferdinand Steenkamp, co-founder at Tregter, emphasises the urgency for companies to adopt clear, modernized data strategies in 2025 to ensure long-term growth, competitiveness and improved data security from online attacks in ...
Network security incidents dominate in SA - IT-Online
3 days ago · Throughout 2024, the most common type of security incident faced by companies was related to network protection according to the latest Kaspersky IT Security Economics report. Ninety-seven percent of businesses in South Africa encountered adversaries attempting to infiltrate their network, while 91% of companies reported incidents where bad actors executed malicious code within their network […]
SARS embraces AI to boost efficiency - IT-Online
12 hours ago · Kathy Gibson reports from the Microsoft AI Tour – Paying tax and submitting returns has become a relatively easy process for most South Africans. This is due largely to the fact that the South African Revenue Services (SARS) is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to execute on its mandate. “We don’t think AI […]