Digital divide hinders service delivery to poor communities
The spread of digital technology has changed how services are delivered, but not always in ways that benefit everyone equally. At present, the system often tilts in favour of service providers and wealthier groups, leaving poorer or rural communities at a...
Cyberattacks on SMBs nearly double in 2025
There has been a dramatic escalation in the number of cyberattacks targeting SMBs who faced nearly twice as many weekly incidents in the first half of the year compared to the same period last year. This is according to cybersecurity organisation Guardz’s Mid-Year...
Zebra Technologies launches AI Developer Challenge
Zebra Technologies has announced its inaugural AI Developer Challenge to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) innovation to help solve new and complex business issues for Zebra's customers. The challenge is open to new and existing independent software vendor (ISV)...
Cost of living weighs on SA retail spending
South African consumers spent R303-billion on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) through traditional and modern trade channels during the first half of the year. This is according to NIQ South Africa's State of the Retail Nation analysis for the first six months of...
Mainstream adoption of everyday AI, digital employee experience in sight
Everyday AI and digital employee experience (DEX) are projected to reach mainstream adoption in less than two years according to the Gartner Hype Cycle for Digital Workplace Applications, 2024. “Everyday AI promises to remove digital friction, by helping employees...
‘Costly confidence’ costing consumers
Over-confidence is leaving consumers in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) at risk of becoming victims of fraud, according to Visa's latest Stay Secure study. Research across 17 countries reveals a disconnect between consumers' confidence...
IBM algorithms are first post-quantum cryptography standards
Two IBM-developed algorithms have been officially formalised within the world's first three post-quantum cryptography standards, which were published yesterday by the US Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The standards...
How neural networks are being manipulated
A new study by Kaspersky reveals a growing trend toward "indirect prompt injection" - a technique used to manipulate the outputs of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and search chatbots powered by AI. While no instances of serious destructive actions by...
Africa under pressure as cyberattacks escalate
Check Point Software Technologies' Global Threat Index for July 2024 reveals a concerning rise in cyber threats across the African continent, with several countries now among the most attacked globally. The recent exploitation of a security flaw in the CrowdStrike...
Google challenges Apple and OpenAI with Gemini Live for Pixel 9 devices
Google has introduced the Pixel 9 series of phones, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and the 45mm Pixel Watch 3. Anisha Bhatia, senior technology analyst at GlobalData, unpacks the news: "In a move aimed directly at Apple's gradual integration of AI into the Apple ecosystem,...
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Pause before you install
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new method of distributing malware: under the guise of fake security certificates. When users attempt to enter an infected site, an iframe appears stating the site's security certificate is out of date and the connection cannot...
Kyocera attains #1 for SA’s copier, MFP markets
According to results from market data specialist InfoSource's annual research, Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa (KDZA) attained the top position as market leader in the office automation industry for Copier/MFPs in Southern Africa - placing first overall among...
Unlock a new wave of value by scaling AI
Companies are still finding it difficult today to make the transition from thinking about AI as a source of innovation to a critical source of business value. By Carmen Whateley, Africa MD for Accenture Applied Intelligence Many are overwhelmed by the volume, velocity...
Entries for social entrepreneurship prize open
Monday (9 March 2020) marked the opening of the 10th Orange Prize for Social Entrepreneurship in Africa and the Middle East. Until 5 June 2020, entrants will be able to upload their projects to the website https://startup.orange.com/, in the OSVP section. Awarded by...
Aruba delivers WiFi Certified 6 indoor access points
Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has announced that its full family of high performance indoor WiFi 6 access points (APs) - including the Aruba 500 Series, 510 Series, 530 Series and 550 Series APs - have achieved WiFi Certified 6 certification from the...
Mastercard aims to STEM tech skills shortage among SA women
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills are still the most in-demand jobs in South Africa in the job market, yet only 13% of graduates in STEM fields are women, despite South Africa being ranked 17th out of 153 countries in the 2020 Global...
Cisco expands SMB portfolio
Cisco is accelerating its focus on serving small businesses by announcing new offers tailored to the small business buyer. In November 2019, Cisco introduced the new Cisco 'Designed for Business' portfolio at Partner Summit. Now the portfolio is growing with the...
Teaching coding paves the way for SA’s future
During his State of the Nation address, President Cyril Ramaphosa said government will introduce coding and robotics in Grades R to 3, in 200 schools, to equip learners with the required skills for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. By Ferreira, co-founder and CEO of...
Fraym partners with Shell Foundation
Fraym, a geospatial data company that uses machine learning to produce local-level consumer data for emerging markets has launched a comprehensive initiative with the Shell Foundation, a UK charity, to increase electrification across sub-Saharan Africa. "The potential...
Gig economy could boost African employment
The industries which are playing the greatest role in transforming the global economy all fall under what is termed the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Artificial intelligence, blockchain architecture, robotics, cryptocurrencies, virtual reality - these concepts are all...
Business Analyst – Front Arena Trading Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
A leading powerhouse in the Financial and Banking sector is offering a permanent role for a Senior Business Analyst - Front Arena Trading Analyst. They are expanding their dynamic team and seeking a skilled professional to collaborate closely with the business,...
Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
HR Time and Attendance Data Analyst
A Well known FMCG company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Time and Attendance Data Analyst to join our HR team. The above mentioned will be responsible for analysing and maintaining employee attendance data to ensure compliance with company...
Senior Full Stack .Net Developer(CH1091)
Our client has developed a financial wellness and inclusion platform that enables employees to access a portion of their earned wages before payday. They are looking for experienced Full Stack .NET Software Developers to join their team.In this role, you will build...
Configuration Analyst (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
HR Time and Attendance Data Analyst – Mpumalanga Balfour
A Well known FMCG company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Time and Attendance Data Analyst to join our HR team. The above mentioned will be responsible for analysing and maintaining employee attendance data to ensure compliance with company...
Senior Full Stack .Net Developer(CH1091) – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Our client has developed a financial wellness and inclusion platform that enables employees to access a portion of their earned wages before payday. They are looking for experienced Full Stack .NET Software Developers to join their team.In this role, you will build...
Data Scientist
The objective is to drive substantial bottom-line value by transforming the organisation's key decision processes (e.g., sales, marketing, product design and pricing, fraud, underwriting, and claims) by extracting insights from large and complex datasets and...
Technical Support (German & Spanish & French)
ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-based company focused on innovation-driven growth is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Technical Support Specialist fluent in Spanish or German to join their Cape Town based team. A qualification in IT or a related technical discipline is...
Senior Software Engineer (SAP BW4HANA ) at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide on-going support of the existing BPC Embedded Reporting, Data Services and BW systems SAP BEX Query Design and Analysis for Office reporting Working closely with other development teams Develop...
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