Humanoid robots on the march
The global humanoid robot market will reach $40,5-billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 38,2% from 2026 to 2033, says Grand View Research. The market for humanoid robots is poised for substantial growth due to rapid technological advancements leading to more efficient and...
Four critical threats cybersecurity leaders must urgently address
There are four critical and unpredictable threats where attackers hold a significant advantage to successfully exploit weaknesses in targeted organisations, according to Gartner. These include deepfakes, AI application compromise, prompt injection, and software supply...
AI is not driving supply chain operating model transformation
Chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) face increased pressure to transform their operating models, while the adoption of AI-powered supply chain orchestration technologies is constrained by multiple latent challenges, according to Gartner. Gartner surveyed 140 senior...
New SilverFox campaign targets SA companies
Kaspersky Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) analysed several new waves of cyberattacks conducted by the SilverFox group, observed since December 2025. The campaign targeted companies in South Africa, India, Indonesia, and Russia across industrial,...
Old Mutual warns of investment scam
Old Mutual is again warning the public about sophisticated investment scams circulating on social media, messaging platforms and email, that impersonate senior executives in efforts to mislead potential victims. The latest scam falsely uses the company’s name as well...
$2m winners in AI and Manufacturing awards named
The Milken Institute and the Motsepe Foundation have announced that BleagLee, a Cameroon-based AI-powered waste recycling company, is the $1-million grand prize winner of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in AI and Manufacturing. The award is designed to recognize established...
Strong passwords can’t save you from AI, infostealers and the Telegram Underground
Welcome to the real World Password Day 2026 (today, 7 May), and it's not the one where we remind you to add an exclamation mark to "Password123”. By Shayimamba Conco, security evangelist: Africa at Check Point Software Technologies This year's World Password Day is...
AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge
Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...
Obituary: Kelvin Reynolds
Respected IT channel executive and motorsport enthusiast Kelvin Reynolds has passed away. Kelvin was best known in the IT industry for his leadership roles at Zytron, M&PD, Siltek Distribution Dynamics (SDD), Oracle and Epson. He began his IT career in 1980 as a...
Autonomous business, AI layoffs free up budget, but don’t deliver returns
Among organisations piloting or deploying autonomous business capabilities, approximately 80% report workforce reductions, according to a survey by Gartner. However, those reductions do not appear to translate into return on investment (ROI). The survey found that...
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How higher ed is tackling cyber threats
Higher education institutions face cybersecurity challenges unlike those faced by many other sectors. By Musa Masungwini, data protector and cyber defender at Dell Technologies South Africa The major threats faced by South African universities include prevalent...
SIM fraud is not just a telecom issue
A SIM card is, effectively, a portable identity token. Once compromised, it gives attackers a back door into bank accounts, digital wallets, investment apps, and high-risk transactional environments. By Bradley Elliott, CEO of RelyComply SIM swap fraud, identity...
Unlock stronger security with continuous Attack Surface Management
Every organisation today operates in a complex, interconnected digital environment that extends far beyond its traditional perimeter. By Nemanja Krstić, operations manager: managed security services at Galix Cloud workloads, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications,...
Key technology trends affecting the security sector in 2026
It came as a surprise that this is the 10th time that we’ve looked at the technology trends that we think will affect the security sector in the coming year. By Johan Paulsson, chief technology officer at Axis Communications; Matt Thulin, director of AI and analytics...
How bank accounts expose payroll fraud
Payroll fraud creates considerable losses for South African companies and taxpayers. The Public Servant Association revealed that ghost employees are costing the public purse nearly R4-billion. The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals estimated that payroll...
Companies rise or fall on how well they renew their leaders
Leadership renewal has become one of the defining governance issues of this decade. By Thabiso Legoete and Veronique Parkin, partners at Heidrick & Struggles South Africa and members of the Global CEO & Board of Directors Practice In a climate defined by...
Unlocking the next frontier of logistics
The logistics sector is entering a defining era where digitalisation is essential for survival, not just a competitive edge. By CG Selva Ganesh, vice-president and CEO South Africa at In2IT Technologies As global supply chains grow more complex, unpredictable, and...
Hybrid, human, high-tech: The new blueprint for higher education
What if the future of tertiary education is no longer defined by campuses, lectures, and traditional qualifications - but by how quickly institutions can reinvent learning itself. With global education spending expected to exceed $10 trillion in the next decade, the...
Integration simplifies payroll and HR challenges in complex industries
In industries with dispersed workforces, payroll and HR management can quickly become a complex minefield. Constantly changing schedules, varied pay structures and legislative compliance all make it increasingly difficult to maintain consistency. And, when systems on...
Critical infrastructure cyber lessons from 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, South Africa’s industrial operators are reflecting on a year of profound change – and concerns. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director: southern Africa at Fortinet A significant and oh-so-welcome development was the end of systemic...
Software Quality Engineer at Datonomy Solutions
The Software Quality Engineer will be responsible for designing, building and maintaining automated test assets that ensure the quality, reliability and stability of software solutions.The role focuses on using the bank's automation frameworks, pre-defined testing...
Software Quality Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton
The Software Quality Engineer will be responsible for designing, building and maintaining automated test assets that ensure the quality, reliability and stability of software solutions.The role focuses on using the bank's automation frameworks, pre-defined testing...
Java engineer/dev2
[THIS IS A TEST JOB, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY]OverviewWe are looking for a skilled Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate should have strong backend development experience, a solid understanding of distributed...
Java engineer/dev2 – Remote Remote
[THIS IS A TEST JOB, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY]OverviewWe are looking for a skilled Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate should have strong backend development experience, a solid understanding of distributed...
Java engineer/developer
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Java engineer/developer – Remote Remote
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SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR (24 MONTHS CONTRACT
The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases. As an SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA), you will be responsible for:...
SQL SERVER DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR (24 MONTHS CONTRACT – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
The purpose of the job is to plan, manage, administer, and secure system databases, troubleshoot database issues affecting system performance, and ensure data quality across the databases. As an SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA), you will be responsible for:...
Service Desk Engineer – Reactive – Response – Cape Town
Service Desk Engineer (1st & 2nd Line Support)An exciting opportunity is available for a skilled Service Desk Engineer to join a fast-paced technical support environment in Brackenfell, Cape Town.This role is ideal for someone with strong 1st and 2nd line support...
Service Desk Engineer – Reactive – Response – Cape Town – Western Cape Brackenfell
Service Desk Engineer (1st & 2nd Line Support)An exciting opportunity is available for a skilled Service Desk Engineer to join a fast-paced technical support environment in Brackenfell, Cape Town.This role is ideal for someone with strong 1st and 2nd line support...
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