Prioritise data strategies in 2025

As South African businesses navigate an increasingly data-driven world, many face the challenge of turning overwhelming amounts of information into actionable insights. Ferdinand Steenkamp, co-founder at Tregter, emphasises the urgency for companies to adopt clear,...
Social engineering is still the top cybersecurity threat

Social engineering is still the top cybersecurity threat

Almost 70% of data breaches involve the human element. Here’s how organisations can keep their most vital assets – their employees, their finances and their data – safe from scammers. By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and evangelist at KnowBe4...
Cybersecurity trends and adoption in Africa

Cybersecurity trends and adoption in Africa

As digital transformation accelerates across Africa and South Africa, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for governments, businesses, and individuals. The growing adoption of new technologies and the evolving sophistication of cyber threats necessitate...

Quantum leap or quantum risk?

The emergence of quantum computing represents a transformative shift in technology, promising unparalleled computational power while posing significant risks, particularly cybersecurity. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD: technology services group at In2IT...

Can we really fight AI cybersecurity threats with more AI?

In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being weaponised by cybercriminals, the question of whether we can effectively combat AI threats with more AI is not just a technical inquiry, but a pressing global concern, writes Lisa Strydom, senior...

Don’t let phishing emails steal your data

Email has become an integral part of daily life, but it’s also a prime channel for cybercriminals. Phishing scams – malicious emails designed to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information – are among the most prevalent threats. In South Africa, where...