Threats to critical infrastructure on the rise

The increasing reliance on digital infrastructure makes critical sectors like utilities more susceptible to cyberthreats. This concern has been highlighted by Kaspersky’s recent discovery of a new SystemBC variant that has targeted a South African nation’s...

SA faces a mental health crisis

October is Mental Health Awareness Month and 10 October is World Mental Health Awareness Day – and it’s important for people and organisations to be ble to identify the signs of mental health issues and the importance of seeking help. This is according to...

Big growth ahead for global cloud communications

Cloud communications is expected to witness a substantial growth over the next five years, as businesses are switching from legacy PBX solutions to cloud communications and opting for a pay-as-you-go model to optimize expenses and avoiding upfront investments. Against...
Exceptional women under spotlight

Exceptional women under spotlight

Absa and Women in Tech (WiT) hosted the second edition of the Women in Tech Africa Awards on 5 October 2023, at Cape Town’s Mount Nelson Hotel, recognising Africans who have made a mark in the technology industry. Award categories included Women in Tech...

TikTok brand is worth $65,7bn in 2023

Over the past six years, TikTok’s user base has grown five times to over 1,9-billion. With users, revenue, and downloads rising, TikTok has also become the world’s most valuable social media brand. According to data presented by OnlyAccounts.io,...

Young scientists bag cash prizes at 2023 Eskom Expo ISF

The 2023 Eskom Expo International Science Fair (ISF) has reached a life-altering culmination as some young scientists emerged victorious, winning prestigious bursaries to advance their education, while others claimed substantial cash and other prizes. The fair was...