ISPA welcomes proposed new policy direction
As the deadline nears for public comment on the Communications Minister’s proposed new policy direction, ISPA says its submission supports the finalisation of the draft direction in its current form. According to ISPA, extending the use of the Equity Equivalent...
Do ‘clingy’ planets trigger their own doom?
Astronomers using the European Space Agency’s Cheops mission have caught an exoplanet that seems to be triggering flares of radiation from the star it orbits. These tremendous explosions are blasting away the planet’s wispy atmosphere, causing it to shrink every year....
Women unemployment still too high
There is still a massive problem with women unemployment in South Africa - and a significant number of women have given up looking for work. This is among the findings of the the Fundza Literacy Trust's annual digital survey results. With more than 4,1-million site...
Drone flights and 3D scans used to protect vulnerable forests
Drones are being used to help curb the loss of Madagascar's biodiverse forests through illegal deforestation. Research published in the journal Plants, People, Planet focused on the Ambohimahamasina humid forest in the southeast of the island, based on a series of 19...
Ransomware groups weaponise stolen data to force payment
Sophos has released a new dark web report, "Turning the Screws: The Pressure Tactics of Ransomware Gangs," which details how cybercriminals are weaponising stolen data to increase pressure on targets who refuse to pay. This includes sharing the contact details or...
How much value is in your email address?
With the number of global email users projected to hit 4,73-billion by 2026, email has become one of the most important platforms for communication in the digital age. For many people, an email address is their main digital identity - and fraudsters can do a lot with...
Tablet market finally moves past pandemic era
Worldwide tablet shipments recorded year-over-year growth of 22,1% in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24), totaling 34,4-million units, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. The...
Intel brings discrete GPU muscle to the vehicle cockpit
In a strategic move to empower automakers with groundbreaking opportunities, Intel has unveiled its first discrete graphics processing unit (dGPU), the Intel Arc Graphics for Automotive, at its AI Cockpit Innovation Experience event. To advance automotive AI, the...
Growing cannabis use in adolescents with mental illness
A new study by the University of Cape Town's Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health has found that the prevalence of cannabis use in adolescents admitted with mental illness increased after the South African High Court ruling in 2017 to decriminalise cannabis. The...
SSE set to outpace SD-WAN revenue
The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market is projected to reach nearly $16-billion by 2028, representing a 13% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). Security Service Edge (SSE) revenue is expected to maintain a robust double-digit CAGR and outpace SD-WAN's...
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The difference between data governance and data stewardship
Data governance and data stewardship are tightly related, but they are not the same thing. So, what is the difference? By Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management Data governance is the system of decision rights and accountabilities for information-related...
Argility Technology Group becomes Google Cloud Build Partner
The Argility Technology Group (ATG), a leading developer of software and technology solutions, has become a Google Cloud Build Partner, and thus a member of Google Cloud's Partner Advantage Program. Marko Salic, ATG CEO, says this thrilling move was compelling for the...
Acronis announces new reseller and service provider cloud-focused #CyberFit Partner Programme
Global cyber protection Acronis has expanded its Acronis #CyberFit Partner Programme, placing increased emphasis on supporting partner development, particularly for cloud-based services. The programme will reward service providers and resellers for their expertise,...
Assessing the director: a CV is only tip of the iceberg
State capture, defined as "seeking to influence the formation of laws in order to protect and promote influential private interests", and its resultant Zondo Commission, continues to shock South Africans from all walks of life. Signium's corporate governance...
Trends shaping the cybersecurity outlook for 2021
Everything is different, and yet the same. As we look ahead to the cybersecurity landscape in the next 12 months, it is from a position no one predicted this time last year. By Tom Kellerman, head of cybersecurity strategy at VMware Carbon Black Business operations...
Ukheshe, KCB partner to boost East African payment services
In an initiative that will see the growth and development of payment services within the East Africa region, digital fintech platform provider Ukheshe,has announced the conclusion of a new agreement with the Kenya-based lender KCB Bank Kenya. Through the agreement,...
Leadership change at King Committee
Suresh Kana has stepped down from his role as chairman of the King Committee in South Africa, effective 31 January, citing workload and capacity constraints. Professor Kana joined the King Committee in 2000 and has been involved in the development of the King II, King...
Expect behavioural analytics, data hoarding and government crackdowns on encryption in 2021
2020 demonstrated how overwhelmingly important a connected infrastructure and digital services have become for the daily functioning of society. This realisation has led to a shift in attitudes to privacy and the way citizens, organisations and governments perceive...
The essential role of the CHRO when it comes to Covid and cyber risk
When it comes to cyber security, people, rather than IT systems, are often the weakest link in the chain for many organisations. And unfortunately, this link becomes even more vulnerable thanks to added risks created by the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. For...
Don’t forget to start your POPIA compliance journey
Regulators are no longer afraid to protect peoples' rights to privacy against tech giants. In recent years, we have seen the likes of Google and Facebook receive large amounts of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) fines. Rian Schoeman, head of legal and chief...
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About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
BI Consultant (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Over the past 20 years, our client has built a stellar reputation in the development and system integration space. Through their extremely ethical values, they have earned the trust and respect of their clients. They prioritise finding effective...
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Seeking a Senior Data Scientist with expertise in data science, advanced analytics, and stakeholder engagement based in Gauteng.. Key Requirements BSc in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science (Honours/Master's preferred)8+ years'...
Senior Data Analyst, Solutions at DSV – Gauteng Kempton Park
DSV - Global transport and logisticsIn 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our...
SQL Developer at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Senior Service Desk Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Junior Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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Data Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
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