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​" –...

Security spend in MENA set for 14% growth

Information security spending by Middle East and North Africa (MENA) enterprises is projected to total $3,3-billion in 2025, an increase of 14% from 2024, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. Security software will remain the largest spending category in...

Why microlenders are under the regulatory spotlight

Microlenders face two regulators and one big risk, writes Sameer Kumandan, MD of SearchWorks360. Microlending is the practice of providing small loans to individuals or groups who can’t access traditional financial services. In South Africa, microlenders have become a...

Mobile phones drove 58% of web traffic in 2023

Although more than 97% of all internet users owned a smartphone last year, almost 2% more than the year before, mobile's share of total web traffic actually dropped. According to data presented by Stocklytics.com, mobile phones made 57,9% of total web traffic in 2023,...

SA young scientists to showcase research at Tunisia science festival

Innovative South African research which includes a cost-effective triage test for real-time detection of Tuberculosis (TB) and a nature-based technology that brings about environmental remediation, will be showcased at this year's International Festival of...

Fibre provider choices are limited for SA users

Many South African consumers have no choice of fibre service provider. This is one of the findings of the Open Access Network (OAN) mapping project conducted by the Internet Service Providers' Association of SA (ISPA) in partnership with mapping specialists 28East. An...

Global PC workstation shipments under pressure

The global desktop and mobile workstation market reported a slight recovery as it exited 2023, with unit shipments growing 6,1% year over year in the fourth quarter (4Q23). According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Workstation Tracker,...

Derisking spend could take the shine off GenAI adoption

By 2026, defensive spend to derisk loss of intellectual property (IP) and occurrence of copyright infringement will slow generative AI (GenAI) adoption and diminish returns, according to Gartner. "As GenAI advances, regulators are rushing to keep pace," says Rita...

Undersea cable breaks rock Internet in Africa – updated

Africa’s Internet is reeling from multiple undersea cable breaks that are now affecting connectivity on both the east and west coasts. In the last few weeks, Seacom reported connectivity issues due to breaks in the east coast cable where it runs through the Red Sea....

Background screening, talent management take centre stage

Organisations are prioritising background screening and talent management solutions in their efforts to identify top talent and manage the risks associated with hiring new people. This is one of the main take-outs from the 2023 Annual Background Screening index by...

Digital health market reaches for $946bn

The global digital health market size is anticipated to reach $946-billion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 21,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market growth driven by various factors, including the...

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Preparing Standard Bank’s workforce for future-fit competences

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Stay safe on Black Friday

As the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season catches up in the frenetic hunt for all those fantastic bargains, the shopping bonanza presents a host of risks to your online safety. Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO at ESET South Africa has a few tips for going on...

Luno among world’s 10 best exchanges

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Avoid #JanuWorry with smart festive season spending

The festive season is around the corner and many people will be taking a well-deserved break to relax and reflect on the year that was with family and friends. During this time there are also a lot of added expenses as we want to reward ourselves at the end of a long...

SA enterprises missing an opportunity to be more agile

Gartner says 54% of companies are planning to become product-led organisations. By Calton Nhando, digital consultant at IndigoCube That may seem like a lot and it's often easy for the business and technology people to see the advantages of adopting the approach. But...

New regulatory procedures for non-geostationary satellites

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Dell debuts HPC, AI solutions

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Negotiate a job offer like an expert

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FNB and RMB win Best Foreign Exchange Provider award

FNB and RMB have been jointly recognised as the Best Foreign Exchange Provider in South Africa for the fourth year running in the annual World's Best FX Provider awards hosted by Global Finance Magazine. The winners were selected from 113 countries using criteria...

Liquid Telecom helps Eastern Cape go digital

Liquid Telecom South Africa, in partnership with the Eastern Cape Provincial Government, will be opening Innovation and Digital Skills Centres in East London and Mthatha during the first quarter of 2020. Liquid Telecom is committed to fostering innovation and building...

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Seismic Reporting Analyst (12-month contract)

The Reporting and Data Team consists of smaller sub teams: Onboarding and Change, Regulatory, Factsheets, Client Reporting and Prospect Data. Our client is responsible for the setup, production and distribution of regular client and regulatory reporting as well as...

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Business Analyst - 12 Months Contract - Hybrid Business Analyst will take responsibility for defining requirements and product sets for configuration and maintenance of existing modulesDocument the end-to-end Credit process flows with reference to existing...

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Oracle Developer at iCore

We are seeking a skilled Oracle Developer with expertise in Oracle Database 19c, PL/SQL packages, and procedures. In this role, you will develop and maintain database solutions, support client queries, and design new products based on business requirements. Key...

Devops Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Your Mission: Faster Deployments, Fewer Headaches!We're looking for a DevOps Engineer who can streamline workflows, optimize infrastructure, and automate processes like a boss. If you're passionate about building scalable systems and love problem-solving, join us and...

Oracle Developer at iCore – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

We are seeking a skilled Oracle Developer with expertise in Oracle Database 19c, PL/SQL packages, and procedures. In this role, you will develop and maintain database solutions, support client queries, and design new products based on business requirements. Key...

Devops Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

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SAP BI/BW Consultant at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

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