Infostealer and ransomware on the rise in SA
Understanding the growing and sophisticated cyberthreat landscape is now a prerequisite for day-to-day cyber defence in South Africa, according to Maher Yamout, lead security researcher for the Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) at Kaspersky, who unpacked...
In the age of GenAI, preemptive capabilities are the future for security
By 2030, preemptive cybersecurity solutions will account for 50% of IT security spending, up from less than 5% in 2024, replacing standalone detection and response (DR) solutions as the preferred approach to defend against cyberthreats, according to Gartner....
Chain of thought prompting jobs in demand
Chain of thought (CoT) prompting is a technique that enhances the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) by guiding them through a structured thought process. With the increasing demand for advanced AI applications, several job opportunities are emerging in this...
AI facial filters could change who we find attractive
We can use them to alter lighting, smooth out our complexion and even change our hair colour, but now researchers have found that artificial intelligence (AI) facial filters, when used in real time, could even have the power to influence who we are attracted to. A new...
Google increases investment in African AI skills
Google has announced it will provide $5,8-million in Google.org funding to support foundational AI and cybersecurity training this year across Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. According to Google president: EMEA Matt Brittin, the funding will support organisations...
Magnets are reshaping rare earth supply, demand, recovery
The EU, US, Japan, and numerous other regions identify rare earth elements as critical materials due to growing supply risks and their increasing economic importance in the green transition. Although critical rare earth elements have diverse technology applications –...
Rapid growth ahead for global business services
The global business services (GBS) sector is not only one of the fastest growing sectors in the country but is set to see rapid growth in the coming year – despite an unstable global economy, according to Business Processing Enabling South Africa (BPESA), The...
See images from first space-based coronagraph
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) has shared the first images from the Compact Coronagraph (CCOR-1), a powerful solar telescope onboard the new GOES-19 satellite. CCOR-1, the world’s first operational, space-based coronagraph, began observing the...
SAWEA hails public procurement programme reforms
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has acknowledged the key interventions to reform the public procurement programme, announced by the Minister of Electricity and Energy, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Developed through extensive stakeholder consultations,...
Seacom offers colocation, IP transit with Equinix
Seacom now offers colocation and IP transit services via the JN1 International Business Exchange (IBX) data centre owned and operated by Equinix in Johannesburg. The new data centre, which came into service in July 2024 and was officially opened on 23 October, offers...
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Clients protected from malware in infected marketplace app
Kaspersky experts have found malicious code in version 3.17.18 for the official client of the APKPure app store. To date, products belonging to 9,380 Kaspersky users have detected and blocked the threat. According to the researchers, the code was found in the...
Kenyan retail-tech startup Tanda secures funding for regional expansion
Kenyan agency banking startup Tanda is expanding its operations regionally after securing funding from early-stage African tech investor HAVAÍC, Zedcrest Capital, DFS Lab, Victor Asemota and three other investors. Tanda has also secured key strategic partnerships with...
Multichoice Innovation Fund gives innovators a break
What does an online delivery service, a payment solutions provider, an online publication and a film and television production company have in common? Young and passionate entrepreneurs funded by the MultiChoice Innovation Fund. This support was crucial during the...
Threats impacting education cyber security
The threat landscape is continuously evolving with the adoption of innovative technology to meet vast demands. By Renee Tarun, deputy CISO/vice-president: information security at Fortinet This is especially true in the education sector. As academic institutions adopt...
Working from home? You can get money back from SARS
Here's some good news if you've been working from home for the past year. You can claim a tax deduction if you worked from home for more than half of your total working hours or for more than six months during the tax year that started in March 2020. "Claim for your...
Cloud doesn’t mean you can abdicate responsibility for security
Moving into the cloud has many benefits if done correctly, from increased agility and flexibility to scalability and moving to an opex rather than capex model. By Hemant Harie, MD of Gabsten Technologies However, one thing businesses need to always take into account...
Avaya expands OneCloud CCaaS into SA
Avaya has expanded the availability of its Avaya OneCloud CCaaS contact centre solution into forty countries1, including South Africa. With this expanded availability, Avaya is providing local organisations with digital capabilities that better connect customers and...
POS evolution from counting cash to omnichannel retailing
Point of sale (POS) technology in a modern enterprise solves a myriad of problems, from managing inventory to insights that improve customer experience and retention, as well as a host of other tools to support omnichannel retailing. By Allan Dickson, independent...
How telematics is driving e-commerce in SA
If ever there was a time for the e-commerce sector to adopt telematics technology, it would be now: COVID-19 has disrupted the retail landscape, with more South Africans now choosing e-commerce as their preferred shopping channel over traditional brick-and-mortar...
Carbon budgets, pollution prevention plans critical for Carbon Tax compliance
While businesses only need to calculate their liability and submit their carbon tax return once a year, compliance with the Carbon Tax Act itself is not a once-off accomplishment nor is it as difficult to achieve as some organisations think. By: Eckart Zollner, head...
Lead Business Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
To lead the support and maintenance of business solutions, including ERP, Operational Technology, Enterprise Data Services, and other critical systems, to drive business value, improve operational efficiency, and enable strategic growth. This role ensures alignment...
Senior Software Engineer at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Design, code, test and implement APIs and applications in multiple frameworks and stacks. Work with architecture and engineering team members to build components and APIs for the enterprise Qualifications...
Lead Business Solution Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
To lead the support and maintenance of business solutions, including ERP, Operational Technology, Enterprise Data Services, and other critical systems, to drive business value, improve operational efficiency, and enable strategic growth. This role ensures alignment...
Junior Business Analyst (CH1144))
Our client is a South African boutique investment administration service provider is looking to employ brigh young Business Analysts.The company is responsible for investment administration for institutional investors, led by its founding members. We have assets of...
Business Architect
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Business Architect/Senior Business Analyst with enterprise systems experience for a 1-year contract, based in CAPE TOWN. Job Opportunity: Business Architect / Senior Business Analyst (Enterprise Systems) About the Role: As a...
Junior Business Analyst (CH1144)) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is a South African boutique investment administration service provider is looking to employ brigh young Business Analysts.The company is responsible for investment administration for institutional investors, led by its founding members. We have assets of...
Business Architect – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Business Architect/Senior Business Analyst with enterprise systems experience for a 1-year contract, based in CAPE TOWN. Job Opportunity: Business Architect / Senior Business Analyst (Enterprise Systems) About the Role: As a...
SAP ABAP Developer – 0974
SAP ABAP Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Experience in the following modules.SAP ABAP, UI5, SAP Fiori, S4HanaSAP ABAP Certification6+ years of practical experience (relevant projects)Functional exposure to SAP logistics and planning modulesProblem Solving...
Senior Systems Analyst at Reverside
Reverside is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior System Analyst to join our dynamic IT team. This role requires a seasoned professional who can transform complex business initiatives into world-class IT solutions. The senior systems analyst is responsible to...
SAP ABAP Developer – 0974 – Gauteng Pretoria
SAP ABAP Developer ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Experience in the following modules.SAP ABAP, UI5, SAP Fiori, S4HanaSAP ABAP Certification6+ years of practical experience (relevant projects)Functional exposure to SAP logistics and planning modulesProblem Solving...
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