Emerging markets to drive PC, mobile growth

Worldwide combined shipments of devices (PCs, tablets, ultramobiles and mobile phones) are projected to reach 2,5-billion units in 2014, a 7,6% increase from 2013, according to Gartner. Among the operating system (OS) market, Android is on pace to surpass one billion...

World GDP on upward trajectory

In 2012, gross world product increased to just over $83-trillion, a 4,85% increase over 2011. On the surface, this metric supports the argument that the worst of the global recession is in the past; however, the economy continues a pattern of slowing growth rates...

Connectivity is a huge business

The Internet of Everything (IoE) is a $19-trillion business opportunity, and could generate $4,6-trillion in value for public sector organisations alone over the next decade. According to a new study released by Cisco at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), IoE can...

Uni not the only option for matriculants

As the country celebrates the achievements of the class of 2013 with statistics about pass rates, distinctions and university exemptions making the headlines, the reality for many hardworking youngsters is that despite having done enough to qualify for university...

MEA x86 server market enjoys strong growth

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) x86 server market played host to significant year-on-year growth in the third quarter of 2013, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). Referencing its latest EMEA Quarterly Server Tracker, the...

Orange builds cyber-defence with Atheos buy

Orange Business Services has announced the acquisition of Atheos, becoming the largest European cyber-defence company and strengthening its position as a global player in advanced security services. Mark McCallum, Johannesburg-based Orange Business Services head of...