While the benefits of technology are often explored(and for good reason), it is becoming increasingly apparent that this has its dark side. Jurie Schoeman, an executive at niche consulting company, BSG, gives us his point of view on whether... FULL STORY >

What does it take for your business to be an ecommerce leader? Digital Planet CEO Neil Watson takes us through what he has learned over the years about achieving sustainable ecommerce success FULL STORY >

Gary Bannatyne, Brandon Muller and James Coetzee, co-founders and directors of The Digital Academy, believe their apprenticeship programme is the way of the future for young African developers FULL STORY >

Local biometrics solutions provider Ideco has launched an app in cooperation with its Electronic Visitor Identity Management (EVIM) solution that now makes visitor access management quick and easy. FULL STORY >

The energy crisis in South Africa has made the addition of alternative energy sources imperative for businesses and households across the country FULL STORY >

Now that we’re just over halfway through the current legal life of the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI), it is opportune to consider whether the legislation has met its goal of creating new jobs for young people. FULL STORY >

Greater access to data, frequent use of analytic tools, and the adoption of data at higher levels of the organisation lead to better sales performance, according to the findings of a global study released by... FULL STORY >

They might have the patina of last year's model, but Apple has beefed up the internal specs of the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus to make their most powerful smartphone to date. FULL STORY >

Standard Bank has joined forces with instant messaging provider WeChat to offer a new service that combines speaking with a banker with instant messaging. FULL STORY >

WestconGroup is now offering the next generation of Net2 Entry systems by vendor partner Paxton. FULL STORY >

TechSmart recently chatted with Qualcomm's VP for Business Development (MEA), James Munn, to discuss the local chipset landscape and why it's a great time to be a consumer in South Africa. FULL STORY >

Cape Town-based IT services and support firm CyberLogic is set to take a majority stake in Stellenbosch-based IT services firm Space Age Technologies with effect from 1 September. FULL STORY >

Intel Corporation introduced the 6th Generation Intel Core processor family, the company’s best processors ever. FULL STORY >

Specifically designed for gaming enthusiasts and home Internet users, OpenWeb has now launched its Home Uncapped PLUS ADSL. The package is a shaped ADSL package designed to deliver a perfect experience for home users and gamers and boasts one of the... FULL STORY >

If using a smartphone or tablet all day makes you long for the tactile feel of a keyboard, then LG's new Rolly could be the answer. It also folds up small enough to fit in your pocket. FULL STORY >