Microsoft develops new material for quantum computing chip

Microsoft may have changed the quantum computing game, with the development of a new material that enables scalability on a new scale. Majorana 1, introduced yesterday, is the world’s first quantum chip powered by a new Topological Core architecture that Microsoft...

Traditional customer service channels lose out to mobile, AI

Customers, in particular Gen Zers and millennials, are turning to platforms like YouTube and Reddit to resolve service issues, underscoring a growing preference for low-effort third-party service experiences over traditional company-owned channels, which are often...

Positive outlook for IT distribution revenues

In the fourth quarter of 2024,  Distributor Revenues grew 2,3% year-over-year, landing at $21,4-billion, but this solid end to the year was not enough to outweigh weaker sales in earlier quarters, and 2024 ended down 1,1% year-over-year according to the International...

2025 economic outlook weighed down by challenges

The global economy is set to face significant challenges in 2025, with 56% of chief economists surveyed expecting conditions to weaken, according to the latest Chief Economists Outlook from the World Economic Forum. Only 17% foresee an improvement, pointing to...

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Syntech, ASUS expand distribution partnership

Syntech has expanded its distribution portfolio to include the full ASUS product range, reinforcing its role as a leader in the South African computing market, including components, gaming machines and enthusiast hardware.

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Humanoid robots get closer to reality, one step at a time

Humanoid robots are rapidly becoming a reality. Those built on Nvidia Isaac GR00T are already learning to walk, manipulate objects and otherwise interact with the real world.

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What a VAT hike would mean for SMEs     

As the nation waits for the rescheduled delivery of the Budget Speech on 12 March, many are wondering what tax announcements to expect. It is especially small business owners who will be on tenterhooks as they wait to hear whether the proposed VAT rate hike (from 15% to 17%) will become a reality.

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The Channel’s top priorities for 2025

The Channel’s top priorities for 2025

Channel’s top priorities for 2025; act now to ensure you have the right skills; time runs out for Windows 10; Syntech signs up ASUS distribution; and all the action from the Channelwise Sports Day and Awards.

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