SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

Cyber breach costs M&S millions

UK retailer Marks & Spencer has suffered a cyberattack that has been adversely affecting for at least a month, with effects expected to continue for another two months. The breach is expected to cost the company about 300-million pounds in lost profits this year....

Logistics execs increasingly embracing strategic goals

With an increasing number of logistics leaders reporting directly to the C-suite, priorities are being elevated to impact customer experience, increase digitalisation, and automate physical tasks, according to a new survey by Gartner. Attendees at this year’s Gartner...

Shipping losses hit all-time low

Given that as much as 90% of international trade is transported across oceans, maritime safety is critical. Thirty years ago, the global shipping fleet lost around 200 large vessels a year. This total fell to a record low of 26 in 2023, a decline of more than...

Cybercriminals double exploitation of Linux vulnerabilities

In 2023, critical vulnerability registrations surged 3 times compared to 2019-2022 average. Although there has been a slight decrease in 2024, the trend persists due to increasing popularity of Linux systems, Kaspersky finds. Exploits are programs designed to leverage...

Thin client market to reach $2bn by 2030

The global thin client market will reach $1,97-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The growing focus on cybersecurity and data protection is driving the adoption of thin client technology. With...

Very few gamers subscribed to cloud gaming services in 2023

No cloud gaming service has achieved mainstream success yet, as just 6% of global unique gamers subscribed to a cloud gaming service in 2023, according to GlobalData. GlobalData's latest thematic report "Cloud Gaming", reveals that the cloud gaming market will be...

Steady growth forecast for operational technology

The global operational technology market is expected to reach $364.74-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The increased demand for operational technologies (OT) security solutions arises from...

Singularity SA returns in physical format

Singularity South Africa has announced the plans for the upcoming Summit, returning in physical format this year, in collaboration with Old Mutual. With more than 1 500 delegates expected, the summit will take place on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 October 2024 at the...

SA consumers more discerning in seeking ‘bang for their buck’

South African consumers spent R112-billion in the first quarter of 2024 - a YoY increase of R7,7-billion (7,3%) - with ambient foods (including rice, sugar, and UHT milk), soft drinks, beer and frozen meat among the most significant contributors to this growth. This...

CFOs must treat cybersecurity as a business decision

With more executives identifying security as critical for enterprise revenue growth, the CFO needs to be comfortable handling cybersecurity investments that provide defensible performance and outcomes to business stakeholders, says Gartner. Paul Proctor, distinguished...

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Sophos advances endpoint detection and response

Sophos has unveiled an updated version of its Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), the first solution designed for both security analysts and IT administrators, available now in Sophos Intercept X Advanced and Intercept X Advanced for Server with EDR. Sophos also...

1m check in to Covid-19 screening app

The National Department of Health (NDoH) has confirmed that over 1-million South Africans have already used their Covid-19 digital self-assessment tool called HealthCheck. The HealthCheck self-assessment tool allows for early detection, mapping and management of...

Shelter your business during the economic downturn

It has been more than a week since a large majority of businesses have been allowed to operate again as the country reached level three of the national lockdown. By Arnoux Maré, MD of Innovative Staffing Solutions While it may still be too early to expect businesses...

Robotics in the SA context

In South Africa, manufacturers experience significant challenges. From the stuttering economy to the lack of skills development, there are obstacles that prevent industries from pushing forward into a new era of automation and robotic solutions. Due to the effects of...

Vodacom launches Alcatel2019G phone for the elderly

Vodacom has launched the Alcatel 2019G phone series which comes standard with a large keypad and simple user interface with big icons, ideal for those with low vision as well as the elderly. The Alcatel 2019G, which retails at R649 cash, and is available at reduced...

Why retail credit is so important for the SA market

On 1 June 2020, South Africa moved to level three lockdown allowing more businesses to operate, essentially opening up the economy. By Jaco van Jaarsveldt, client decision analytics officer at Experian South Africa However, the Covid-19 crisis and lockdown in South...

Is company culture hindering your mobile workforce?

While the mobile workforce has long been possible in theory, thanks to the ready availability of cloud technologies, many enterprises have continued to operate in a more traditional manner. The Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns around the globe have forced...

GetSet-4IR aims to scale access to digital skills training

Impact Amplifier, a social innovation accelerator and advisory firm, has launched GetSet-4IR, an initiative supported by Google.org. Through a series of ecosystem interventions, GetSet-4IR aims to address the shortage of digital skills in South Africa and bring youth...

Huawei unveils IdeaHub for sub-Saharan Africa

Huawei has launched an intelligent collaboration product called IdeaHub, that aims to drive enterprise collaboration in the in sub-Saharan Africa region. In this era of social distancing and remote working the need for digitisation has become more crucial amid the...

Before you restart your engines …

Ready ... Set ... Wait. Did you know that long periods of inactivity or improper cleaning of surfaces can wreak havoc on your printer? This is according to Xeros, which details how Covid-19 lockdown have caused many printers to sit idle in less than perfect...

Field Support Engineer

• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including account setup and network configuration.• AD user creation, Deleting of user account on AD Assign License for O365 and other applications.• Talk clients through a series of actions, either via phone, email or...

Field Support Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including account setup and network configuration.• AD user creation, Deleting of user account on AD Assign License for O365 and other applications.• Talk clients through a series of actions, either via phone, email or...

Pipelines Developer at NRF National Research Foundation

Postion Summary: The Pipelines Developer works within the Pipelines Team in the Data Processing and Pipelines department to develop radio astronomy pipelines and data processing applications for ingest, calibration and imaging, alongside tools for testing...

DevOps Engineer

Our client is seeking a DevOps engineer who can be responsible for deploying product updates and manage releases of solutions, identifying production issues, and implementing integrations between technologies that assist the software development team and that meet our...

DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is seeking a DevOps engineer who can be responsible for deploying product updates and manage releases of solutions, identifying production issues, and implementing integrations between technologies that assist the software development team and that meet our...

BI Developer

Empowering decisions with data-driven intelligence.Our client is looking for a skilled BI Developer to design, develop, and optimize business intelligence solutions that drive data-driven decision-making. As a BI Developer, you will be collaborating with other...

Project Manager

Our client based in Richards Bay is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. As a Project Manager, you will lead and manage projects across multiple sites, including Richards Bay and Mozambique. This role demands strategic oversight, leadership, and...

Junior Full Stack Developer

Are you a passionate Junior Full Stack Developer looking to kickstart your career? We are searching for a motivated individual to join our client's dynamic team in Claremont.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain web applications, working on both front-end and...

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