Behind China’s ‘active efforts’ for an Iran ceasefire: Business trumps politics

Behind China’s ‘active efforts’ for an Iran ceasefire: Business trumps politics

BEIJING — China’s ties with countries such as Iran and Russia have raised expectations of a bigger diplomatic role, but Beijing remains focused on protecting its own domestic interests, including global exports. That stance underpins Beijing’s circumspect acknowledgment of reports that it pushed Iran toward this week’s temporary ceasefire. A New York Times report cited…

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AI’s stealth is business leadership and IT concern

AI’s stealth is business leadership and IT concern

AI cannot succeed in isolation; it must be part of a broader, well-considered transformation journey, says Centrax Digital. (Image supplied) AI is unique in how quietly it enters an organisation – it isn’t introduced as a new solution or new piece of software; rather it features on existing tools and frequently influences outcomes without being…

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Modernising legacy systems without interrupting core business

Modernising legacy systems without interrupting core business

The modernisation imperative. (Image: BBD) Across industries, critical operations still run on long-standing platforms. Core banking engines, policy administration systems, trade platforms and public sector registries continue to process transactions reliably, underpin compliance and hold decades of institutional knowledge. They work. And that is precisely the challenge. A legacy system can continue performing its core…

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Vodacom Business sponsors Wired4Women Trailblazing Award

Vodacom Business sponsors Wired4Women Trailblazing Award

The countdown is on for the announcement of the 2026 winners. Vodacom Business is sponsoring the Wired4Women Trailblazing Career in ICT Award, which recognises sustained excellence and leadership in technology. The category celebrates women in the South African technology sector who have consistently delivered impact, influenced their peers and contributed meaningfully beyond their organisations. “At…

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Cisco backs Wired4Women Awards, sponsors Tech Business Leader category

Cisco backs Wired4Women Awards, sponsors Tech Business Leader category

The 2026 Wired4Women Tech Business Leader Award winner will be revealed on 16 April. Cisco South Africa is endorsing the prestigious Wired4Women Awards programme by sponsoring the Tech Business Leader category, which honours a C-level executive who drives business growth strategy and execution within a tech service provider. Proudly presented by ITWeb Brainstorm in partnership…

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