AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Global IT spend on track to hit $6,37trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,37-trillion in 2026, up 14,2% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “Data centre systems and infrastructure as a service (IaaS) are the top growth segments, reflecting accelerating investment in AI...

Tech leaders clash over open source AI

US technology leaders have come out in support of open source artificial intelligence (AI) models, as some AI heavyweights urge the state to restrict access. Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Palantir and IBM are among those in the open source camp, while vendors like OpenAI...

Rectron’s doors reopen

Rectron has shaken off the worst of the effects from its security breach earlier this month, with all of its branches open and trading today. A notice to resellers confirms that all core systems are once again operational. “Our team is hard at work trying to get the...

How technology is changing decision-making in mining

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and particularly AI, is no longer a pipedream in South African mining - technology is already influencing how decisions are made, how risks are managed, and how value is created. It’s a critical period for the local mining...

SA cities among the most dangerous in the world

Crime is a concern for anyone, but South African cities have a much greater concern than others, according to rankings of survey data of local residents. Analysing the data, Compare the Market AU found Pietermaritzburg ranked as the most dangerous city in the world,...

Nvidia taps Vera chips to build next-generation chips

The complexity of modern chip design continues to grow as engineering teams work to develop increasingly sophisticated CPUs, GPUs and AI systems. To help meet that challenge, Nvidia is collaborating with industry leaders Cadence and Synopsys to optimise critical...

Government warns of migration misinformation

Government cautions the public against trusting or sharing unverified content relating to migration, as misinformation, disinformation and malinformation continue to pose a growing challenge to social cohesion and informed public discourse. According to a statement...

Toshiba TV launches in SA

Toshiba TV has officially entered the South African market, offering consumers a curated range of televisions and electronic accessories. The South African range a number of models in the Regza range: V35R Series (32-inch to 50-inch) – Regza Engine, Dolby Audio and...

Vodacom reports strong first quarter

A strong rand helped the Vodacom Group grow its revenue by 5,9% to R42,4-billion during the first quarter of 2026. Group service revenue grew 6,3%, with normalised growth accelerating to 12,6% and tracking favourably against our medium-term target. South Africa...

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Cybercrime is a bigger threat to businesses than AI

Businesses are looking in the wrong direction. The real danger is not AI itself, but what happens when criminals use it to remove the one thing that used to slow them down: human effort. Cybercrime is a bigger threat to businesses than AI, according to cybersecurity...

POPIA and AI sovereignty: Local isn’t just lekker, it’s the law

Let's be honest, artificial intelligence is the ultimate productivity hack for South African businesses right now. By Rowen Pillai, CEO of LeanTechnovations and AIESA It drafts complex contracts, summarises board reports, and answers deep analytical queries in...

Can SA trust its ESG data?

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations are now firmly embedded in investment decision-making, with 73% of global asset owners incorporating sustainable investment approaches, according to FTSE Russell's 2025 Global Asset Owner Survey. The stakes are...

Why applying for more jobs may not lead to more interviews

If you’re eager to get a new job, you might think that playing the numbers game is the best way to get interviews and hopefully a job offer or two. By Nolundi Matomane, talent acquisition manager at Pnet After all, job hunting is stressful and keeping busy feels more...

From fragmentation to integrated decision-making

The impact of market movements can be significant. A rate change can start with deposit pricing, change customer behaviour and funding mix, and then impact up in liquidity, net interest income, credit risk, capital planning, and strategy. By Martim Rocha, senior...

Cloud costs keep rising. Optimisation needs an owner

Cloud spending has become a growing concern for many organisations. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD: technology services group at In2IT Technologies Even after taking clear steps to improve efficiency, such as adjusting workloads, shutting down unused...

The bank of the future will need to serve people and AI agents

For years, digital banking has been measured by access. Ensuring clients can open an account without visiting a branch, transact from a phone, or get help outside normal banking hours shaped the first wave of banking digitisation and changed how millions of South...

Vox’s wholesale ISP services empower local ISPs 

In the past, wholesale connectivity - a model that allows local ISPs to focus on customer service and market expansion while leveraging shared infrastructure for scale - has existed more as a theoretical offering than a practical and scalable platform for partners. By...

AI-backed platform targets inequality in early learning

South Africa's early childhood development (ECD) sector is facing mounting pressure to improve learning outcomes amid persistent educational inequality and a deepening literacy crisis. In response, The Unlimited Child, South Africa's largest non-profit ECD...

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Reverside is an established IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We partner with leading organisations to design, build, and support scalable technology solutions that...

System Analyst

Qualifications Minimum 8+ years experience as a System Analyst, Business Analyst, or similar role within the banking industry. Please ensure this is reflected on your CV. Demonstrable experience with software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies. Proven...

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A boutique investment management firm is seeking an ESG Analyst to support the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into the investment process. The successful candidate will conduct ESG research and analysis, support stewardship...

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Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and support secure, scalable cloud infrastructure within an enterprise data environment. This opportunity is ideal for a senior cloud professional with strong Azure and Databricks expertise who...

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Our client is seeking a passionate DevOps Engineer to join a growing team delivering cloud-native solutions for innovative projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who enjoys building scalable AWS infrastructure, automating deployments, and...

DevOps Engineer (Intermediate / Senior) at MSP – Gauteng Johannesburg

Our client is seeking a passionate DevOps Engineer to join a growing team delivering cloud-native solutions for innovative projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who enjoys building scalable AWS infrastructure, automating deployments, and...

API Developer (Senior) at MSP

Our client is seeking an experienced API Developer to design and build secure, high-performing APIs that power enterprise data products and digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer who enjoys creating scalable integration solutions...

API Developer (Senior) at MSP – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

Our client is seeking an experienced API Developer to design and build secure, high-performing APIs that power enterprise data products and digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer who enjoys creating scalable integration solutions...

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A boutique investment management firm is seeking an ESG Analyst to support the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into the investment process. The successful candidate will conduct ESG research and analysis, support stewardship...

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