Does SA have what it takes to stay off the FATF greylist?

On 24 October 2025, the Financial Action Task Force removed South Africa from its list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring, 32 months after being placed there in February 2023. The reforms that got it off the list were real: new legislation, better beneficial...

OpenAI agent goes rogue and raids digital library

A rogue OpenAI agent is responsible for a completely autonomous attack on Hugging Face’s production infrastructure. The AI models responsible were being tested at the time, and managed to hack into the popular digital library, compromising some internal datasets and...

Transnet on track with R129bn recovery

Transnet will spend more than R129-billion over the next five years to restore the organisation’s sustainability and credibility. This is the word from group chief executive Michelle Phillips, addressing delegates at the SAPICS Conference in Cape Town. Phillips told...

Voyager 1 on track to reach one light-day from Earth

In November Voyager 1 will reach an incredible 1 light-day from Earth

The quest for quantum AI advantage

The clock is ticking down to the realisation of quantum AI and the sought-after “quantum advantage”, but in many boardrooms, however, quantum remains mysterious: full of promise, but not fully understood. Still, the desire to profit from being first on the scene is...

Fintech industry poised for its next wave of disruption

Global fintech is entering a new era of maturity and momentum – it has finally emerged from a tough funding environment much stronger, more disciplined, and with greater growth prospects than ever. This is according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG)...

Massive security threat looms in the quantum era

Kathy Gibson reports – Quantum computing is going to have a massive impact on how we use technology - and on the economy as a whole – but the power it unleashes is also going to make it much, much harder to secure our systems. Riaz Osman, managing partner at IBM...

These are people defining the AI-powered future of work

Research has uncovered five distinct AI personas that employers need to understand as they implement AI and bring workers onboard “The AI Team” - a workplace where humans and AI agents work successfully side-by-side. According to Slack’s new Workforce Lab research,...

Privacy and cybersecurity awareness continues to decline

The world’s online privacy and cybersecurity awareness continues to decline, according to new research from cybersecurity specialists NordVPN. Based on 31 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses, people globally knew best how to create strong passwords...

Tropic Trooper in new strike on Middle East target

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has discovered a new Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) campaign carried out by the Tropic Trooper group. This operation has been targeting a governmental entity in the Middle East for over a year aiming to conduct...

US execs more pessimistic about their economy

For most of the past year, US business executives have listed inflation as their top concern - yet easing inflation hasn’t improved their outlook: only a quarter or so expressed optimism about prospects for the US economy over the next 12 months, down from more than a...

Microsoft launches AI-ready Surface devices

Microsoft has launched its latest version of Copilot+ PC Surface devices, based on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. Optimised for artificial intelligence workloads, thanks to Snapdragons neural processing unit (NPU) hardwired into the system on chip (SoC), the devices...

Writing on the wall for robust digital signage growth

The installed base of connected digital signage displays reached 91,5-million in 2023 and, growing at a CAGR of 10,3%, the installed base of connected displays is expected to reach 149,4-million units in 2028, says Berg Insight. The research group says market growth...

Digitalisation on the cards for renewed Home Affairs

The rejuvenation of Home Affairs is top of new minister Leon Schreiber’s agenda – and digitisation will be key to this. “I believe that if we can demonstrate that even a department as maligned as Home Affairs can work and even thrive,” he says. “And the key to making...

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New rules of engagement for next-gen managed IT security

The trends towards outsourced cyber security have gained traction during the Covid-19 pandemic as companies have empowered remote working models and increased their emphasis on digital transformation. The ever-widening cyber security skills gap adds further power to...

Synthesis is APN Social Impact Partner of the Year

Synthesis Software Technologies has won the APN Social Impact Partner of the Year Award in recognition of its GovChat technology. The APN Partner Awards recognize members of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner Network (APN) who are leaders in the channel and play a...

Tarsus enables remote support with TeamViewer

Tarsus Distribution, has signed up the distribution rights for TeamViewer in Africa. TeamViewer is a cloud-based proprietary software application for connecting devices including remote control, screen sharing, online meetings, web conferencing and file transfer. It...

Be Black Friday smart, not hacked

In 2019, the queue to get a hot TV deal was outside the doors of the shops. People pressed against one another in a bid to snag that offer and head on home with the perfect Christmas gift. In 2020, the dynamic has changed. Retailers are implementing online specials...

MetroFibre Networx completes new capital increase

African Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM), one of Africa's largest infrastructure-focused private equity fund managers, has acquired a minority equity stake in MetroFibre Networx, a South African open access fibre network operator, through the newly...

When it comes to fraud, prevention is better than cure

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HyperionDev partners with Black Coffee for accessible tech education

HyperionDev has announced a partnership with South African DJ and entrepreneur, Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo, known widely by his stage name, Black Coffee. The equity investment is part of an equal partnership aimed at supporting accessible, alternative education in...

Mastercard, Network International expand commercial payments in MEA

Mastercard and its strategic partner Network International, an enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East & Africa (MEA), have announced a collaboration to drive the adoption of commercial payments and solutions across the region. The collaboration will...

iOCO named AWS Microsoft Workloads Partner of the Year

iOCO has been named the AWS Microsoft Workloads Partner of the Year for 2020. Each year, AWS honours members of the AWS Partner Network (APN) who are leaders in the channel and play key roles in helping customers drive innovation and build solutions on Amazon Web...

Telviva completes buy-out of AnD Communications

Telviva, formerly Connection Telecom, has increased its shareholding in AnD Communications to 100% of the issued equity. This will not only strengthen the footprint of the cloud communications market leader, but will also enable Telviva to extend the benefit of...

Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is looking for a senior developer who is passionate about Cloud development to join their interdisciplinary and international team. Besides participation in exciting projects, you will have the opportunity to work with a state-of-the-art cloud tech stack....

Data Engineer Analyst (FinSurv) – EvdB

Define business processes and value chains relevant to FinSurv Identify, optimise, and integrate business processes, value streams and operating model Interpret and implement industry process standards and frameworks (e.g., APQC, Togaf) Analysis, design, development...

Backend Python Developer (CT – Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client is redefining the parking industry by transforming parking lots into smart, digital spaces. Their advanced technology leverages license plate recognition, management software, and digital payments to deliver seamless parking experiences. Based...

SQL DBA – Gauteng Illovo

Responsibilities: Install, maintain, and upgrade SQL Server instances: Ensure that all database environments are deployed, maintained, and managed.Develop and implement database security policies: Protect sensitive data by establishing and enforcing security...

Back End Developer (Focus Java) (Ref 1837NH)

Development and maintenance on platform / application.Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and System owner.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Preparation of system / technical documentation...

ERP Business Analyst

Drive digital transformation and innovation across enterprise platforms in a leading tech environment.Is this you? You're an analytical thinker with a passion for optimising systems and processes. You thrive in fast-paced environments, working with both technical...

Back End Developer (Focus Java) (Ref 1837NH) – Gauteng Pretoria

Development and maintenance on platform / application.Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and System owner.Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.Preparation of system / technical documentation...

ERP Business Analyst – KwaZulu-Natal La Mercy

Drive digital transformation and innovation across enterprise platforms in a leading tech environment.Is this you? You're an analytical thinker with a passion for optimising systems and processes. You thrive in fast-paced environments, working with both technical...

Project Manager (George – Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:Are you an organizational ninja, tech-savvy problem solver, or natural-born planner? If you're ready to step into a fast-paced world of innovation and transformation—look no further! Our Client on the hunt for a Project Manager to join their dynamic and...

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