Bridging the gender finance gap for entrepreneurs
New research from Mastercard reveals that 57% of South African women identify as entrepreneurs, surpassing the regional average of 51% across Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EEMEA). These women entrepreneurs are a vital part of South Africa’s economic...
Robust cybersecurity empowers working mothers in hybrid workplaces
As South Africa commemorates Women's Month, the conversation around workplace flexibility and empowerment is more critical than ever. However, Integrity360 cautions that, without a supportive and secure digital environment, the hybrid work models that empower many...
Digital platforms could add R91,4bn to SA economy
Kathy Gibson reports - The digital platform economy could be a game-changer for South Africa, potentially adding R91,4-billion to the economy by 2035. This growth would see the sector's contribution expand from 0,02% of GDP in 2022 to a meaningful 1,38% by 2035. These...
4G/LTE will be embedded in next-generation spacesuits
Nokia has partnered with Axiom Space to integrate advanced 4G/LTE communication capabilities into the next-generation spacesuits that will be used for the Artemis III lunar mission. Together, Nokia and Axiom Space will incorporate high-speed cellular-network...
Big increase in attacks on vulnerable Windows drivers
Attackers are increasingly targeting Windows by exploiting vulnerable drivers and, in the second quarter of 2024, the number of systems attacked using this technique increased by nearly 23% compared to the first quarter, says Kaspersky. Vulnerable drivers may be...
AI, automation can curb data breach costs
The average data breach cost has snowballed over the years causing companies more financial damage than ever and, despite considerable investments in security technology and solutions to prevent cybercrime, the average data breach cost has grown by more than...
How to win loyalty from Gen Z shoppers
Generation Z, those born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is moving into the workforce and becoming one of the most influential consumer demographics - and retailers will need to adjust their strategies if they are to remain relevant for this highly-educated,...
Mobile banking popularity leads to cybersecurity concerns
With research suggesting mobile banking usage is set to soar to 79% in the US by 2029, a new study has revealed which states are leading in mobile banking interest - but also highlighting the growing risk of cyberthreats that come with it. The study, conducted by...
Global insurance spend to hit $10trn by 2028
The global insurance market, including life and non-life insurance, has grown by 25% in the past four years with the total value of insurance premiums rising from just under $8-trillion in 2018 to over $9-trillion this year. And, although the annual growth rate...
Boeing Starliner won’t carry astronauts home
NASA will return Boeing’s Starliner to Earth without astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams aboard the spacecraft. The uncrewed return allows NASA and Boeing to continue gathering testing data on Starliner during its upcoming flight home, while also not accepting...
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Can the digital economy decrease Africa’s inequality?
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Econet and X’s Project Taara connect communities
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The impact of fear and greed on financial returns
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AI fintech FinChatBot lands $1,6m investment
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Joburg fintech firm checks growth box
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Altron Arrow secures Centrify distribution
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CRS Technologies partners with QBIT
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Smart Integration adds Hikvision partnership
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Channel predictions for 2021 and beyond
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Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE Source, gather, scope and map of statistical and visual/spatial information to respond to the operational data needs of the organisation. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data Engagement and Requirements Analysis • Engage with business teams to understand project...
ABAP Developer (Contract – Euros) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
.net.core / Asp.net Integration Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A rapidly growing leader in outdoor equipment is seeking an Integration Specialist to play a pivotal role in the organization. This position is responsible for managing the seamless integration of software systems and applications, ensuring efficient data...
Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
JOB PURPOSE Source, gather, scope and map of statistical and visual/spatial information to respond to the operational data needs of the organisation. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data Engagement and Requirements Analysis • Engage with business teams to understand project...
ABAP Developer (Contract – Euros) at Parvana Recruitment – Remote Remote
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a professional management consultancy and IT services provider, focused on delivering creative and innovative digital solutions. Their client base includes both startups and large corporations, but their mission...
BI Data Engineer (Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Travel Tech company in Cape Town is seeking a BI Data Engineer to optimize its data infrastructure and turn raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will manage the full data pipeline—from ingestion and transformation...
Functional Analyst
Key Job Responsibility To gather business requirement, analyse and document functional specifications to ensure that system related incidents/issues are recorded for future usTo identity, recommend and initiate application enhancement requests to ensure that changing...
BI Data Engineer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Travel Tech company in Cape Town is seeking a BI Data Engineer to optimize its data infrastructure and turn raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will manage the full data pipeline—from ingestion and transformation...
Functional Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Key Job Responsibility To gather business requirement, analyse and document functional specifications to ensure that system related incidents/issues are recorded for future usTo identity, recommend and initiate application enhancement requests to ensure that changing...
Senior Network Administrator at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: The purpose is to implement and support organizational-wide network services, and directives from the Security team and maintain networking documentation. The candidate will monitor and support network equipment, do performance monitoring on existing...
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