End users will spend $14,2bn on GenAI models this year

Worldwide end-user spending on generative AI (GenAI) models is projected to total $14,2-billion in 2025, according to Gartner. End-user spending on specialised GenAI models, which include domain-specific language models (DSLMs), is estimated to total $1,1-billion this...

Deepfake fraud losses creep towards $1bn

The first half of 2025 had almost four times as many deepfake incidents (a total of 580 incidents) as the entire year of 2024 - and losses from deepfake-related fraud reached $410-million, according to a new report from Surfshark. Since 2019, deepfake technology used...

Global data centres face rising climate risks

Data centres - the critical infrastructure powering banking systems, cloud storage, emergency services, communications, and logistics - are facing sharply rising risks from climate change-driven extreme weather, according to a new report from physical climate risk...

Strategic priorities for CEOs amid global, local turbulence

There is an urgent need for adaptive leadership and proactive strategies in response to emerging market trends across talent, technology, and geopolitics. This is according to the latest report from management consultants Oliver Wyman titled “CEO Agenda 2025”, based...

All systems go for BMCS system, says ACSA

ACSA Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has noted media reports on the delays in processing passengers at King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) linking these to the biometric and digital identity technology. The organisation has issued a statement, confirming that...

Intel to cut 15 000 jobs in $10bn cost-cutting plan

Intel will cut about 15 000 jobs – 15% of the workforce - as part of its plan to reduce costs by about $10-billion. CEO Pat Gelsinger made the announcement after the company’s earnings call yesterday, adding that the extensive cost-cutting will take place in the...

Online privacy, cybersecurity awareness on a decline

The world's online privacy and cybersecurity awareness is declining, according to new research by NordVPN. Based on 25 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses, people globally performed best in recognizing various online risks and how to avoid them...

Threat actors get creative, HP study finds

Threat actors are chaining different combinations of attacks together like Lego bricks to sneak past detection tools, according to HP's quarterly HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report. Based on data from millions of endpoints running HP Wolf Security, researchers...

Trend Micro, Interpol take down phishing platform

Trend Micro's close cooperation with global law enforcement authorities has led to another major win after the dismantling of a prolific phishing-as-a-service (PaaS) operation. Zaheer Ebrahim, solutions architect for Middle East and Africa at Trend comments: "Trend...

Surge in global cyberattacks

There has been a 8% surge in global weekly cyberattacks in the second quarter of 2023, the most significant increase in two years, highlighting how attackers have cunningly combined next-gen AI technologies with long-established tools like USB devices to conduct...

These are the top email scams to be wary of

Kaspersky experts have outlined the top four email scam themes and tactics currently prevalent in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa region (META). These scams highlight different social engineering techniques used by cybercriminals, however the objective remains...

Chandrayaan-3 positions India for lunar mining

Now that the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has landed successfully on the south polar region of the Moon, India stands poised to become a leader in lunar mining. Shri Charan Padala, principal analyst in the thematic intelligence team at GlobalData, comments: "Moon's south...

Hybrid working important for working parents

A new study has revealed the challenges faced by working parents in managing childcare commitments during the holidays. The research, undertaken by IWG, shows that almost two-thirds (62%) of working parents find arranging childcare for the school holidays to be a...

Malaria vaccine-drug combination proves effective

The final results of a landmark study published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases confirm that the benefits of combining the RTS,S/AS01E (RTS,S) malaria vaccine with antimalarial drugs in settings of highly seasonal malaria transmission continue over five years. The...

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Funds available for African off-grid projects

The Facility for Energy Inclusion's Off-Grid Energy Access Fund (FEI OGEF) has reached a final equity close with $59-million in committed equity capital and $36-million debt facilities, to support innovative, off-grid energy access companies. The final close, reached...

New regional director at Facebook

Derya Matraş has been appointed as regional director of Facebook in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey. In this role, Matraş will lead Facebook to serve businesses and communities and to grow the company's economic and social impact across the region. "The...

Insight Partners to acquire Veeam in $5bn deal

Software investor Insight Partners has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Veeam Software for $5-billion. Under the ownership of Insight Partners, Veeam will become a US company, with a US-based leadership team, while continuing its global expansion from...

Digital tech helps supervise construction of public facilities

Since the start of 2019, more than 15 building sites in Moscow have been equipped with the Personal Smart-Tracker system, which helps to monitor the construction process itself and improve the safety of each worker by determining the number of staff on site and...

Put the store at the centre of customer experience

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Sophos expands managed service provider program

Sophos has introduced enhancements to MSP Connect, a program that makes it easier for MSPs to deploy, manage and sell Sophos' entire product portfolio. New security offerings for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and cloud security, as well as new professional...

DataBlock protects against juice jacking

DataBlock has launched its latest product that will prevent data theft from smart devices while allowing powering up at charging stations. Coined back in 2011, Juice Jacking is a cyber-attack that commonly involves the installation of malware on to smartphones when...

Kaspersky Web Traffic Security caters for different demands

Kaspersky recently unveiled the next version of Kaspersky Web Traffic Security - a dedicated protection product for corporate IT networks from web-based threats. The product is now available in two deployment options, as a standalone application and a software...

Orange opens MEA HQ in Morocco

Orange has officially inaugurated the Orange Middle East and Africa operational head office in Morocco. "Orange is one of the rare international groups to have made the strategic choice, 20 years ago, to seek to develop in Africa and the Middle East," says Stéphane...

TechITEZ launches insuretech solutions

The insurance industry is becoming more technologically advanced and disrupted by the day. This is happening against a backdrop where insurers are under massive pressure to manage costs, attract and retain clients in a shrinking market pool, improve claims management...

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Data Engineer to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing our data infrastructure, ensuring it meets the needs of our growing...

Data Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal Umhlanga

Our client is looking for a Data Analyst to form part of their forward-thinking and visionary Analytics department. You will form part of a successful team and be situated in a bright, comfortable and busy environment.Role Overview:Collaborate & Translate: Work...

Specialist Developer at Multilead Consulting

Bachelors Degree, Advanced Diploma NQF 7, 5 - 7yrs ExpeerienceMicrosoft Certified Solution Developer, C#, REACTJS, Redux,JavaScript, TypeScript,Agile Software Desired Skills: Microsoft Certified Solution Developer C# REACTJS Redux JavaScript TypeScript Agile Software...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers multiple industry service solutions helping their clients achieve above industry excellence. 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...

Project Manager – 3 Years Contract at Warrior Talent

The Purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Senior Manager: Programme Delivery Management: The Manager: Project Delivery Management is responsible for preparing governance documents in line with the prescribed methodology of the Project Management Office. Plan, execute,...

DevOps Engineer (Security Platforms)

Implementing and operating Security DevOps Platforms Engaging with technology partners to deliver an integrated solution across platforms Collaborate with stakeholdersImplementing and maturing Agile and DevOps toolingCoach team member in adopting DevOps practices and...

Specialist Developer at Multilead Consulting – Gauteng Johannesburg

Bachelors Degree, Advanced Diploma NQF 7, 5 - 7yrs ExpeerienceMicrosoft Certified Solution Developer, C#, REACTJS, Redux,JavaScript, TypeScript,Agile Software Desired Skills: Microsoft Certified Solution Developer C# REACTJS Redux JavaScript TypeScript Agile Software...

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