AI emerges as an attractive target for threat actors
Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is greatly outpacing AI security and governance. IBM’s new Cost of a Data Breach Report suggests that AI is already being seen as an easy, high-value target by threat actors. While the overall number of organisations experiencing...
Paycorp invests in global fintech
Paycorp has made a strategic investment in Currency Stream, a UK-based fintech specialising in real-time foreign exchange and multi-currency payment solutions. The partnership aims to accelerate Currency Stream’s growth in Europe and unlock new expansion opportunities...
NASA demos ultra-cool quantum sensor in space
NASA’s Cold Atom Lab, a first-of-its-kind facility aboard the International Space Station, has taken another step toward revolutionising how quantum science can be used in space. Members of the science team measured subtle vibrations of the space station with one of...
One-third of users fall for phishing mails
Phishing emails remain a prevalent and effective tool for cybercriminals to launch malicious attacks on organisations worldwide. These bad actors continuously evolve their tactics, adapting to current market trends and outsmarting both end users and organisations by...
Cobots ensure Ford Ranger doors are weatherproof
Working shoulder-to-shoulder with workers on the door assembly line at Ford's Silverton Manufacturing Plant are two cobots (collaborative robots) responsible for the installation of weatherproof shields into Ranger doors, a process requiring pin-point accuracy,...
Hloolo aims to close the funding gap for green SMEs
One of the biggest challenges facing green SME businesses is their ability to tap into available pools of sustainable finance. Although South Africa boasts a mature financial sector with a strong institutional construct, it is geared to support developed businesses...
Healthy growth forecast for next generation non-volatile memory
The global next generation non-volatile memory market is expected to reach $18,23-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 17,8% from 2024 to 2030 - according to a new study by Grand View Research which says the increasing need for fast and economical storage solutions...
Cybercriminals adopting new tools, open source threats, hacktivism
While some cyber threat actors have maintained their usual patterns in the second quarter of 2024, others have significantly updated their tools and broadened the scope of their activities, according to new research from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team...
Zoom ups collaboration ante with Zoom Docs
The rollout of Zoom Docs reinforces Zoom Video Communications' role in enhancing productivity within hybrid work environments and positions the company competitively against Microsoft and Google, says research group GlobalData, adding it also underscores the company's...
AMD ups investment in AI with Silo AI acquisition
AMD has completed its acquisition of the largest private AI lab in Europe - Silo AI - for an all-cash transaction of $665-million, furthering its commitment to deliver end-to-end AI solutions based on on open standards and in strong partnership with the global AI...
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App helps to reduce negative impact of mental illness
The high cost of depression among employees in the workplace - as much as R4,2-billion annually - is being addressed by South African health tech Signapps. As part of its contribution to Mental Health Awareness Month, the Cape Town-based business recently hosted a...
Nedbank focuses on digitalisation
Digitisation and technological innovation are nothing new to the South African banking industry. But those banks that had made significant progress on their digital journeys before the Covid-19 pandemic, have been best placed to meet the fast-changing needs of their...
Executive search firms partner with in-house recruitment
Like their global counterparts, South African executive search firms are complementary to their clients' in-house recruitment function, not in competition with it. This is according to Annelize van Rensburg, executive search director at Signium Africa, who adds: "Each...
Edge computing for manufacturers helps minimise downtime
In the years since cloud computing has become the norm, another phenomenon has taken over which promises to overcome the drawbacks of off-site data processing: edge computing. By Jonathan Duncan, Schneider Electric anglophone Africa vice-president: IT division This...
The digital risk manager of the future
Over the recent period, there has been much conversation about the 4th Industrial revolution and its impact on industries and the resources that work within. By Nishkar Ballasur, IRMSA risk chat contributor This conversation continues and has intensified given the...
FNB warns SA users about cyber threats
Cyber criminals aren't easy to detect and present a real risk to their victims. The best way to avoid becoming a victim is to be aware of the threats they pose and take every precaution you can to keep yourself safe. According to Giuseppe Virgillito, FNB head of...
Crosscall offers three-year warranty on its phones
Crosscall, which specialises in developing durable products, offers users a three-year warranty on its Core product range. Julien Fouriot, Crosscall's African sales director, says the three year warranty represents the first step in the company's mission to discard a...
Real-time analytics vital for retail
Data analytics can be a powerful tool to drive insight to improve productivity, efficiency and profitability. In the retail sector, however, applications have traditionally been somewhat limited by the frequency of data. By Andrew Dawson, MD at Cognizance Typical...
With APIs, hope is not a strategy
Are you agile? I'm not asking if you can perform a back-bend without ending up in hospital. What I want to know is, can your company quickly scale up to a digital environment and add anywhere from 1,000 to 10,000 new users a day? By David Overos, senior director:...
Industry recognition for Solarwinds
Solarwinds has been ranked number one in Network Management Software market share by industry analyst firm, International Data Corporation (IDC), in its latest Worldwide Semiannual Software Tracker, 20H1, according to value-added distributor ATS Network Management....
Front End Developer (Focus: BI) (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Job Title: Front End Developer (BI Focus) – Expert Level About the Opportunity: Our client in the motor industry is seeking an experienced Front End Developer (BI Focus) to join their dynamic IT Hub. As part of a globally integrated team, you will play a pivotal role...
Junior Business Analyst – Hybrid
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Software Solutions & Real-Time Data Analytics seeks a highly skilled Junior Business Analyst who will bridge the gap between IT and the business using data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements, and deliver...
C# and SQL Developer (Software Developer) – Gauteng Centurion
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SQL & C# Developer to join our dynamic team. This role involves end-to-end involvement in system analysis, architecture design, development, configuration, and support of business-critical applications. The ideal...
Front End Developer (Focus: BI) (Expert) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Job Title: Front End Developer (BI Focus) – Expert Level About the Opportunity: Our client in the motor industry is seeking an experienced Front End Developer (BI Focus) to join their dynamic IT Hub. As part of a globally integrated team, you will play a pivotal role...
Junior Business Analyst – Hybrid – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic provider of Software Solutions & Real-Time Data Analytics seeks a highly skilled Junior Business Analyst who will bridge the gap between IT and the business using data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements, and deliver...
BPM Developer (Software Developer)
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AgilePoint Business Process Specialist to lead the design, development, and optimization of workflow and process automation solutions. This role requires deep expertise in AgilePoint and BPM platforms, strong collaboration...
PBI Developer & Automation specialist, EM
Client based in Cape Town seeks the services of PBI Developer & Automation Specialist, EM. This role supports the Manager Data & Analytics in implementing specific reporting and automation solutions specifically for the adidas South Africa business. This is...
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ENVIRONMENT:Our client operates within the fresh produce industry, offering IT, analytic, and software support services. They have a current requirement for an Intermediate SQL Developer to join their innovative team and contribute significantly to the company's...
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PBI Developer & Automation specialist, EM – Western Cape Cape Town
Client based in Cape Town seeks the services of PBI Developer & Automation Specialist, EM. This role supports the Manager Data & Analytics in implementing specific reporting and automation solutions specifically for the adidas South Africa business. This is...
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