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​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Net salaries hold steady for now, but uncertainty looms

The PayInc Net Salary Index, which tracks the average nominal net salaries of approximately 2,1-million South African earners, edged higher in March 2026. Remaining above year-ago levels, the data points to a stabilisation in net salaries over the first quarter of...

Technology convergence redefines competitive advantage

The next wave of competitive advantage will come not from individual breakthrough technologies but from the ability to combine and scale multiple technologies across entire operating systems, according to a new World Economic Forum report. As artificial intelligence...

Stablecoins rise to hold 8% of crypto market cap

While crypto investors often seek the thrill of high-risk, high-reward opportunities, many are increasingly turning to stablecoins to weather market volatility. This shift in preferences combined with regulatory clarity, growing institutional interest, and the rise of...

Valid accounts come under attack

Valid accounts were increasingly being leveraged as an initial attack vector in 2024, representing 31,4% of cases. Public-facing applications still hold the top position with 39,2% of cases. These findings were reported in the recent Kaspersky Incident Response...

Digital transformation shows no signs of slowing down

The global digital transformation market size is anticipated to reach $4,617-trillion by 2030 and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 27,6% from 2024 to 2030, according to new report by Grand View Research. Digital transformation assists companies in improving their...

Dating app users at higher risk of online harassment

In an era where online interactions increasingly shape our social lives, the occurrence of online harassment poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of individuals, particularly those engaging in online dating. Incogni researchers have found that...

Beast Foundation promotes female-focused leadership

The Beast Foundation, in collaboration with Elyseum Family Office (Elyseum), has launched the Lead Like a Girl programme aimed at empowering young women from underprivileged backgrounds in South Africa and Zimbabwe, providing them with opportunities to realise their...

Irish Tech Challenge SA winners showcase SDG innovations

The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa has announced that the 2023 winning cohort is set to travel to Ireland for a 10-day curated immersion and networking programme with access to top industry leaders and potential for further funding. The Irish Tech Challenge seeks...

Smart government market tipped to hit $117,3bn

The global smart government market size is expected to reach $117,36-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 20,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The widespread digitization and global connectivity have prompted governments to...

Weather-related hazards risk R20bn of CT transport infrastructure

Severe weather events can wreak havoc in urban environments, and the City of Cape Town (CoCT) is no exception. In a paper publicshed in the Journal of the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, the University of Cape Town (UCT) researchers quantified the...

‘Protracted winter’ forecast for quantum computing

Quantum computing is emerging from the realm of theory into practical applications and has the potential to be revolutionary in cryptography, drug development, financial modeling and much more - and has attracted numerous big tech players such as Alphabet, IBM, Intel,...

Don’t let your ‘hot date’ burn you

Technology has disrupted many aspects of traditional life - certainly when it comes to interpersonal relationships. When you are sitting in a restaurant, for example, and notice an obviously awkward couple at a nearby table, consider that - despite the fact they may...

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DHL rolls out eShop to more countries

Since its initial introduction in April of this year, the DHL Africa eShop app has seen its user base grow rapidly and, within the first three months of operation, it had already been rolled out to 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa. DHL Express has announced that...

FNB customers send billions in eWallet funds

The volume of money sent via FNB's eWallet has grown 19% to 46-million by end of June 2019. The total value transmitted was over R25-billion for the year, with regular recipients continuing to grow. FNB Consumer CEO, Dr Christoph Nieuwoudt, says: "The record volumes...

Prosus lists in Amsterdam, Johannesburg

Prosus, a global consumer internet group and one of the largest technology investors in the world, has started trading through a primary listing on Euronext Amsterdam and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With assets valued in excess of...

4IR: ICT and energy sectors equally crucial

Energy has played an enabling role in each of the past industrial revolutions, and the fourth is no different. By Vino Govender, executive for strategy, mergers and acquisition and innovation for Dark Fibre Africa (DFA) But instead of powering factory machinery and...

VMware delivers disaster recovery

ACS, a division of Altron and a provider of secure electronic transaction solutions, has implemented VMware Cloud Director and VMware Cloud Availability for a failproof cloud-hosted disaster recovery (DR) environment for the business and its clients. Established in...

Vodacom Tanzania, Smart Lab partner to boost start-ups

Vodacom Tanzania and Smart Lab have launched the Vodacom Digital Accelerator, a programme that intends to help early-stage and growth-stage technology startups become profitable and revenue generating businesses. The new programme, which will run yearly, aims at...

IBM reappointed to US president’s African advisory council

The US Department of Commerce, on behalf of the president of the US, has reappointed Takreem El Tohamy, IBM's GM for the Middle East and Africa, to the US President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA). The PAC-DBIA was established in 2014 to...

Data backups: start with what you can’t afford to lose

Toy Story 2 almost didn't happen. Somewhere during the 3D animated movie's production, an administrator accidentally destroyed all of the movie's data assets, including the meticulously crafted models and animations. Were it not for the technical director, who made...

DYDX supports Susu Healthcare’s development

DYDX, a digital transformation practice based in Cape Town, partnered with Beninese-French visionary Bola Bardet to create and launch Susu Healthcare. The first-of-its-kind full-service digital healthcare company was taken from concept to launch in less than 18...

NOC Engineer – Gauteng Midrand

Our client is urgently looking to employ a NOC Engineer at their organizationOur client is urgently looking to employ a NOC Engineer at their organizationLocation: Midrand, GautengRequirements:3 years of experience in a NOC role, with at least one network...

Business Analyst (Financial) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Junior Database Administrator

A well-established global law firm is seeking to appoint a Junior Database Administrator.The virtual Central Database team, based around the world, is responsible for the support and strategic development of the Central SQL infrastructure. They are staffed by highly...

Microsoft Power Platform Developer

Unlock Your Potential as a Power App Developer with a Leading Organisation! Is this you?You are a highly skilled Power App Developer with strong communication and collaboration abilities. You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are quick to adapt to...

Data Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Data Visualization Analyst Wanted! Are you a data wizard who can transform raw numbers into stunning visual stories? Do you have the magic touch to make complex insights pop with charts, graphs, and interactive dashboards? If so, we've got the perfect role for you!...

Senior Data Analyst – SQL

Design data across the full range from fast/clean ETL streams through to automation. Ability to use big data technologies on AWS cloud services: Athena, Redshift, Lambda, Cloud Formation Stack, EMR. Ability to work with large data sources. Advanced knowledge of SQL...

Senior NOC Engineer

Our client is urgently looking to employ a Senior NOC Engineer at their organizationOur client is urgently looking to employ a Senior NOC Engineer at their organizationLocation: Midrand, GautengRequirements:4+ years of experience in a NOC role, with at least one...

Junior Database Administrator – Remote Remote

A well-established global law firm is seeking to appoint a Junior Database Administrator.The virtual Central Database team, based around the world, is responsible for the support and strategic development of the Central SQL infrastructure. They are staffed by highly...

Microsoft Power Platform Developer – Gauteng Illovo

Unlock Your Potential as a Power App Developer with a Leading Organisation! Is this you?You are a highly skilled Power App Developer with strong communication and collaboration abilities. You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are quick to adapt to...

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