The main malware threats to SA
Spyware attacks in South Africa increased 117% YoY making it the biggest malware threat in the local market, according to Kaspersky, with password stealers running a close second – growing 116% YoY. Exploit attacks were detected 20% more often in South Africa, while...
WEF outlines investible opportunities that deliver returns
More than 50 investible opportunities could turn capital flows into lucrative nature-positive business practices and contribute up to $10,1-trillion in annual business revenues and cost savings by 2030, according to a new World Economic Forum report launched today....
Typo domains target top brands
Digital squatting has reached unprecedented levels, with cybercriminals registering thousands of lookalike domains designed to impersonate the world’s most recognisable brands. New research by Decodo analysed domain permutations for 20 popular brands visited in...
Don’t be a victim in the month of love
February is traditionally a time when people seek companionship with the hope of finding true love. But, while many are searching for genuine relationships, scammers are equally active, preying on emotional vulnerability and the desire for connection. The Southern...
NASA tracks glacial changes
For the first time, scientists have created a comprehensive global dataset revealing how the world's glaciers speed up and slow down with the seasons. Published in Science in November 2025, this groundbreaking study analysed over 36 million satellite image pairs -...
Safer Internet Day: Tips for safe and effective online learning
For the first time, people report that their primary motivation for using AI isn’t entertainment, but learning. In South Africa, where young people are some of the fastest-growing groups of internet users, many teenagers are especially excited about AI and digital...
OADC buys seven data centres from NTT Data
Kathy Gibson reports - Open Access Data Centres (OADC), part of the WIOCC group of companies, has acquired seven South African data centres from NTT Data. The data centres, in Bryanston, Parklands, Cape Town, Umhlanga, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha and East London, were part...
Wearable tech will be worth $232bn
The wearable tech industry was worth $117,4-billion in 2024 and is forecast to reach $232,2-billion by 2030, with hearables and smartwatches as key growth drivers, supported by strong demand for health monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI) tools, according to...
Computing power is the new arms race
The market was left stunned as the Magnificent Seven or Big 7 tech giants (Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Tesla) reported results recently and outlined capex plans, projecting 40%-plus increases in their investment budgets for 2026. By Peter...
AI research aims to help children with epilepsy
After nearly a decade of uncontrolled seizures and repeatedly being told their child’s brain scans were “normal”, Matthew and Jenny Sanan have launched a BackaBuddy crowdfunding campaign to fund Project Unseen, a South African research initiative exploring how...
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Solar growth sparks safety concerns over fire risks
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Veeam launches software appliance
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Qlik achieves AWS GenAI competency
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What if your staff’s AI chats are hacked?
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Africa’s hybrid energy edge: where risk can be turned into resilience and sustainability
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AI needs clean data to help protect mines and communities
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Innovation without fragility: retail’s balancing act
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Why you feel stuck at work. And how you can fix it
Do you feel like you’re simply going through the motions at work? As if you’re no longer learning anything new or making any progress in your career? Or perhaps you’re starting to dread Monday mornings and the idea of another week back at the grindstone. Over time,...
Cyber leadership is your business’s newest competitive advantage
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT function tucked away in a server room; it’s a critical business priority that deserves a seat at the boardroom table. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD of the Technology Services Group at In2IT Technologies As cyber threats...
Software Developer (Python, Django) (JHB) (26151) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge FinTech company has an exciting position for a go-getter & highly driven Software Developer to join its Joburg team. Your core role will be to participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design,...
Security Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Sandton
We are seeking an experienced Security Engineer.Responsibilities: Detect, analyze, isolate, and remediate malicious content across endpoints and servers. Enforce endpoint security posture, including removal of unauthorized VPNs and USB device controls. Deploy, manage,...
Automation Test Analyst (Python & SQL) (Centurion Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A highly skilled Automation Test Analyst is sought to join the team of a cutting-edge Software Development company rapidly expanding its automated testing capability – it being core to its objective of delivering quality software through CI/CD/CT...
Systems Developer (Angular / .NET / SQL Server) – Hybrid – Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a growing SaaS platform that supports real operational businesses with technology that performs under real-world conditions. Their system is built on Angular (TypeScript), .NET, and SQL Server (stored procedures)—it is stable, actively used...
Senior Front-End Developer – Apps & Portals at Reverside
Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We design and deliver cutting-edge applications and portals that provide seamless, multi-channel user...
Automation Test Analyst (Python & SQL) (Centurion Hybrid) – Gauteng Centurion
ENVIRONMENT:A highly skilled Automation Test Analyst is sought to join the team of a cutting-edge Software Development company rapidly expanding its automated testing capability – it being core to its objective of delivering quality software through CI/CD/CT...
Systems Developer (Angular / .NET / SQL Server) – Hybrid – Cape Town – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a growing SaaS platform that supports real operational businesses with technology that performs under real-world conditions. Their system is built on Angular (TypeScript), .NET, and SQL Server (stored procedures)—it is stable, actively used...
Senior Front-End Developer – Apps & Portals at Reverside – Gauteng Pretoria
Reverside is a leading IT services provider delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We design and deliver cutting-edge applications and portals that provide seamless, multi-channel user...
Data Engineer (Python, SQL, Azure)
Design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure and ELT pipelines to deliver secure, real-time operational and supply chain data. Ensure high data quality, performance, and system availability while integrating multiple platforms (WMS, TMS, ERP, IoT). Monitor...
Database Administrator – Hybrid – Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a specialist vehicle finance group focused on delivering tailored financing solutions to individuals and businesses across South Africa. They are currently seeking a Database Administrator to take ownership of the Organisation's data...
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