Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

Edge data centre market to reach $109,91bn

The global edge data centre market size is estimated to reach $109,91-billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 28,9% from 2025 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Increasing adoption of Internet of things across various end-use industries, the...

Registration open for Capture the Flag competition

Kaspersky has opened registration for its new  Kaspersky{CTF} Capture the Flag competition, inviting academic and corporate teams from around the globe to compete in a battle of skill, strategy and innovation. The competition will run in five regional streams, with...

Momentum builds in global smartphone market

According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 6,5% year over year to 285,4-million units in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24). Although this marks the fourth...

Sextortion epidemic demands urgent action

Just hours before his untimely death, the life of 16-year-old Murray Dowey from Scotland seemed ordinary--a night of family bonding over television and plans for an upcoming holiday with friends. Little did his parents know that the following morning would shatter...

AI gears up to address mental health

The global AI in mental health market size is expected to reach $5,08-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 24,1% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Mental health has become a major concern nowadays; increasing prevalence of mental...

Mental health likely to be the next global pandemic

Mental health issues are likely to be the next global pandemic, with the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimating that globally one in every four people will be impacted by mental illness at some point in their lives. An approximate 350-million people worldwide...

Global wealth plummeted over the last decade

Global economic uncertainty, inflation, rising interest rates, trade issues, stock market fluctuation, demographic shifts, and technological changes have all had a major impact on global wealth growth, significantly slowing it down in the past decade compared to the...

SMEs urged to cultivate a culture of saving

South Africa is a land teeming with hustling entrepreneurs, and SMEs effectively do the heavy lifting in the economy. Many have bootstrapped their businesses by hand, learning the ins and outs of business through practical experience. Most local entrepreneurs don't...

Hubble finds evidence for a rare black hole in Omega Centauri

Most known black holes are either extremely massive, like the supermassive black holes that lie at the cores of large galaxies, or relatively lightweight, with a mass of under 100-times that of the Sun. Intermediate-mass black holes (IMBHs) are scarce, however, and...

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In West Africa, harnessing the youth workforce could speed recovery

West Africa's burgeoning youth population offers a strategic workforce which can be harnessed for employment and economic growth, despite a Covid-19 pandemic that is devastating the continent and global economies, the African Development Bank said in its regional...

East Africa holds its ground as Africa’s fastest growing region

Economic disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed East Africa's growth projection for 2020 down to 1,2%, a rate that outstrips other African regions and is forecast to rebound to 3,7% in 2021, according to the African Development Bank's East Africa...

Fasta, Mastercard launch virtual credit card

Fasta, a digital lending fintech, has partnered with Mastercard to launch FastaCard, a virtual Mastercard credit card. The FastaCard gives South Africans access to instant credit loaded on to a secure digital card that can be used online and in-store. An authorised...

Standard Bank launches paper on Africa’s platform economy

Many African organisations are well placed to drive the next wave of innovation in the global platform economy, according to the findings of a report by platform economy expert Sangeet Paul Choudary and Standard Bank's Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) digital...

ContinuitySA debuts SME-targeted recovery as a service

When disaster strikes, is your business ready to cope? To date, only bigger South African companies have enjoyed access to structured disaster recovery solutions which keep the wheels of commerce turning in the event of the unexpected. But disasters don't...

Why it’s time to invest in executive talent

There's never been a better time to invest in executive talent. This is the word from Annelize van Rensburg, director of Signium Africa. She adds that this statement may seem counter-intuitive given current circumstances, but there's sound logic behind it. She...

Fintech, financial institutions find new ways to dance

Tom and Jerry. David and Goliath. Fintechs and financial institutions. I've watched this 'plucky underdog takes on industry giant' movie several times, writes David Reynders, chief technology officer at Merchant Capital. In 2020, it's profoundly different, though. 10...

Maintain business value while working remotely

Enterprises of all sizes are finding themselves in uncertain times. With the current Covid-19 pandemic sweeping the world, businesses are questioning how this will impact their future existence or how they will even be able to operate in the future. By Biase De...

Guard against identity theft

Everyone is fair (and likely) game when it comes to identity theft. That is true at the best of times, but the Covid-19 pandemic has only intensified cyber fraudsters' hunt for the susceptible and vulnerable. By Alain Tshal, district manager: sub-Sahara Africa at F5...

Nedbank debuts tap on phone

Nedbank has unveiled its new tap-on-phone functionality that allows all merchants and business owners to convert their mobile phones into payment acceptance devices. Tap on phone makes it easier for small- and medium-sized businesses to use their compatible...

Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment

Client Details:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Business Analyst (GLR) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

Client Details:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Embedded Software Engineer – Gauteng Pretoria

Join a pioneer in cutting-edge covert surveillance technology, where your expertise in embedded software will drive innovation in mission-critical systems. If you thrive on precision engineering and developing software that powers real-world hardware, this is your...

Master Data Manager

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a Master Data Manager to join their team for a hybrid opportunity. Key Responsibilities:Ensure the OPCO reference data is of the highest quality, supported by robust data governance practices. Maintain compliance with CA&S Group...

Network Manager at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Master Data Manager – Gauteng Centurion

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a Master Data Manager to join their team for a hybrid opportunity. Key Responsibilities:Ensure the OPCO reference data is of the highest quality, supported by robust data governance practices. Maintain compliance with CA&S Group...

Network Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...

Intermediate to Senior C# Developer (Blazor & .NET MAUI)

We are looking for a highly skilled Intermediate to Senior C# Developer with strong experience in Blazor and .NET MAUI to join a dynamic software development team. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing modern applications, enjoys working across platforms,...

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