AI-driven cybercrime moves into operational mainstream

AI, infostealers, vulnerabilities, ransomware, and geopolitical conflict are reshaping organisational risk and compressing the time defenders have to respond, according to Flashpoint’s latest 2026 Global Threat Intelligence Report: Midyear Edition. The threat...

MoonHacker uses NASA data to build lunar digital twins

The barren lunar landscape has some important resources, such as water and minerals like iron and titanium, but extracting and processing them will require special equipment. Where those resources can be found will dictate where to land and how to mine them. To help...

July economic activity reverses two months of decline

South Africa’s economic activity improved in July 2026, following a challenging performance in June and May, according to the PayInc Economic Index. Lower fuel prices provided some relief, while record transaction volumes point to resilient economic activity. However,...

Women embrace AI and narrow the workplace gender gap

South African women are narrowing the artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap with their male counterparts. This is according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for August 2026, based on an analysis of 1,5-million jobseeker profiles. Men account for around two...

DDOS continues to dominate the digital battlefield

DDoS attacks have evolved into precision-guided weapons of geopolitical influence capable of destabilising critical infrastructure, according to new research from NetScout, with hacktivist groups like NoName057(16) orchestrating hundreds of coordinated strikes each...

The changing cyberthreat landscape in Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa experienced 42,4-million Web attacks and 95,6-million on-device attacks in the first half of 2025, according to new research from Kaspersky, which says that the region recorded more than a double increase in spyware; 64% more password stealer...

Africa well positioned for energy transition

Kathy Gibson reports – The last 25 years have seen some major global changes, not least in the area of energy and the technology that goes into its provision and distribution. On a visit to the company’s  South African offices last week, Schneider Electric chairperson...

Ethereum continues to take big hits in crypto market

After growing by almost 70% in the first six months of the year and getting close to its all-time high of $4 300 seen in early 2021, Ethereum's value has slumped by 25% in the past month – and the massive $900 price correction has significantly impacted the share of...

Corruption is African youth’s biggest bugbear

Africa’s youth have bounced back from the ravages of Covid-19, but they aren’t happy with the direction their governments are taking. They are unafraid to speak out and they are unequivocal about what the greatest threat to their futures is - corruption. Corruption is...

First snapshot of polar heat emissions

NASA’s newest climate mission has started collecting data on the amount of heat in the form of far-infrared radiation that the Arctic and Antarctic environments emit to space. The measurements by the Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-Infrared Experiment (Prefire) are...

Competition Commission approves sale of Telkom masts and towers

An important milestone has been reached in the proposed disposal of Telkom’s masts and towers business. The South African Competition Commission, the Competition Tribunal of South Africa, has approved the disposal of the assets housed in the Swiftnet business, subject...

SARS intensifies focus on crypto traders

SARS is increasing its scrutiny of crypto traders by issuing tax notices and clarifying exchange control regulations. Traders must immediately comply to avoid penalties. Cor Kraamwinkel, partner, Lenee Green, partner, Lerato Lamola, partner, Margaret Vermaak, senior...

Municipal workers get access to digital upskilling

The Department of Communications, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) and the British High Commission have launched a Broadband and Digital Skills for Municipalities programme in Polokwane. The programme aims to empower municipal managers and...

Demo shows holographic calls with a smartphone dialer

Integrating holographic calls directly into dialer apps would allow users to access and use this advanced communication technology seamlessly without the need for additional applications. Now, Telefónica, Ericsson and Matsuko have successfully completed one of the...

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Commonwealth countries look to unlock fintech potential

A innovative toolkit to help countries unlock the potential of financial technology to deliver inclusive economic progress has been launched by the Commonwealth Secretariat. The toolkit has been created in response to the requests of Central Bank Governors from across...

Telco industry is vulnerable to fraud

South African and global telecommunications companies and mobile network operators spend millions when securing their services and their customers' personal information. Despite these efforts, however, the Communications Fraud Control Association reveals in its 2019...

Protect yourself against insurance-related cyber-attacks

In a recent report by Deloitte, it was stated that "cyber-attacks in the insurance sector are growing exponentially as insurance companies migrate toward digital channels in an effort to create tighter customer relationships, offer new products and expand their share...

Business gets savvy with ‘livelier’ AI

The global artificial intelligence (AI) software market is forecast to grow 54% this year to reach $22,6-billion - where AI is predicted to contribute to worldwide economic growth, and where organisations are looking for ways to benefit from innovations in this field...

Lucid, Citrix find the silver lining in the remote working cloud

There's a silver lining in every cloud. And in the midst of the global pandemic, Lucid Technologies has found one. Long before remote work was a mandate, the leading IT consulting and business process services provider began working with Citrix Systems to enable a...

Veeam accredits 50 EMEA service partners

Veeam Software has announced its top 50 Veeam Accredited Service Partners (VASP) as well as additional enhancements to the Veeam ProPartner Program for VASPs. Veeam will collaborate closely with selected partners who are delivering a broader range of professional...

OKI extends SADC reach with DCC appointment

OKI Europe has announced a significant strengthening in its go to market strategy in South Africa and the SADC region, with Drive Control Corporation (DCC) appointed as one of the official direct distributors of OKI in South Africa and SADC. "OKI provides a compelling...

Limpopo learners show true grit in JSE Investment Challenge

According to Angela Duckworth, a psychologist from the University of Pennsylvania in the US, grit is the key ingredient in personal success. And the learners from Shikundu High School in Limpopo have proved the theory true as they scoop the top honours in the JSE...

BCX receives partner accolades

BCX has bagged four awards from partners in recent weeks. The first saw the company announced as the 2019 Fastest Growth Partner in Africa by Veeam Software, the leader in Backup solutions that deliver Cloud Data Management. The award recognised BCX as having the...

Adapt IT shows resilience

JSE-listed Adapt IT remains resilient despite the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on its business. The company has released a voluntary trading statement citing anticipated changes to its earnings for the financial year ended 30 June 2020. "Although JSE listing...

IT Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Senior IT Project Manager to join them on a fixed term contract IT / Finance Responsibilities Stakeholder management planning and engagementUnderstanding business strategy and project...

Oracle Developer (Senior) (ITC-30)

Oracle Developer Role Introduction:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Oracle Developer to drive the design, development, and optimization of robust Oracle database solutions. If you're passionate about Oracle technologies and thrive in a dynamic,...

System Engineer

Fully Remote System EngineerContract Duration: 6 monthsWork Location: Remote within South AfricaPaying up to R460 ph. The Company:USA-based Venture Capital and Private Equity Firm. Responsibilities: Manage and support application patching and packaging...

Oracle Developer (Senior) (ITC-30) – Gauteng Centurion

Oracle Developer Role Introduction:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Oracle Developer to drive the design, development, and optimization of robust Oracle database solutions. If you're passionate about Oracle technologies and thrive in a dynamic,...

System Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Fully Remote System EngineerContract Duration: 6 monthsWork Location: Remote within South AfricaPaying up to R460 ph. The Company:USA-based Venture Capital and Private Equity Firm. Responsibilities: Manage and support application patching and packaging...

Project Manager

We encourage proactive and technically skilled individuals to apply for this position. Here your responsibilities would include leading construction projects from inception to completion. If you're driven by excellence, eager to learn, and consistently exceed...

.Net Developer

The client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented developer for a remote internship role focused on building new products/features and maintaining a modern web application using the latest .NET and AWS tech stack. Key Requirements C#.Net Core / .Net 9Blazor or...

Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD

We encourage proactive and technically skilled individuals to apply for this position. Here your responsibilities would include leading construction projects from inception to completion. If you're driven by excellence, eager to learn, and consistently exceed...

.Net Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

The client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented developer for a remote internship role focused on building new products/features and maintaining a modern web application using the latest .NET and AWS tech stack. Key Requirements C#.Net Core / .Net 9Blazor or...

Software Developer (Python)

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

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