Enterprises should seize opportunities in sovereign AI strategies
AI is no longer simply a competitive differentiator for enterprises - the technology is increasingly critical to national security and economic empowerment, prompting countries across the globe to implement strategies that support AI sovereignty, says GlobalData....
Surging IoT market to hit $1,5trn
As one of the key technologies powering Industry 4.0 besides artificial intelligence, big data, robotics, and automation, the Internet of Things (IoT) has become widely used across industries, connecting devices, processes, and people. Despite headwinds and...
SA consumers once again show their resilience
South African consumer spending remains resilient - and there is strong local adoption of digital wallets compared to their global peers, according to the latest Discovery Bank and Visa sponsored SpendTrend24 report. This latest report is based on more than 13-billion...
Cookie leaks: why you should be worried
More than 54-billion cookies have been leaked on the dark web, according to the latest research conducted by independent researchers and released by NordVPN. While cookies are mostly known as an essential tool for browsing, many are unaware that cookies have become...
Microsoft engineer accidentally saves millions from malware attack
Millions of computers worldwide could have been victims of the most widespread IT hack yet, had it not been foiled just days ago by Microsoft engineer, who spotted the malicious code almost by accident. Andres Freund is a Microsoft software engineer who realised that...
Credit squeeze spawns sharp spike in fraud
Businesses have experienced a noticeable spike in fraudulent activity - coupled with a significant increase in the value of fraudulent transactions, according to Debtsource credit application data. The context is that companies now rely more heavily on supplier credit...
Kaspersky discovers DinodasRAT Linux implant
Kaspersky has uncovered a new Linux-targeted DinodasRAT backdoor variant, actively compromising organisations in China, Taiwan, Turkiye, and Uzbekistan since at least October 2023. This variant allows cybercriminals to covertly monitor and control compromised systems,...
Crypto heists surge in 2024
Last year, crypto scammers and hackers stole $1,75-billion worth of cryptos in 283 crypto heists - the highest number of heists the market has ever seen - and, unfortunately, 2024 is heading in the same direction. According to the latest data from AltIndex.com, crypto...
AI-related risks see surge in audit coverage
The rapid growth and adoption of generative AI (GenAI) has resulted in a scramble to provide audit coverage over potential risks arising from use of the technology, according to a survey by Gartner. "As organisations increase their use of new AI technology many...
Automation, GenAI can optimise shared services
In its recent report - Shared Services Automation for Business Optimisation - IDC highlights the need for shared services in business to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and standardise processes across the organisation. Shared services refer to a business model in...
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Tarsus Technology Group receives Level 1 BBBEE status
Tarsus Technology Group has received Level 1 BBBEE (broad-based black economic empowerment) certification. The group's BBBEE score has moved up two levels since its last certificate in 2018. The certification means that Tarsus Technology Group and its subsidiary...
Truecaller passes 1m paying subscriptions
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Kaspersky Security Cloud strengthens privacy control
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Guardrisk sell insurance policy via WhatsApp chatbot
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Kaspersky appoints Tarsus Distribution
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Fujitsu, Nutanix joint solution gets SAP HANA certification
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JSE to buy majority stake in Link SA
JSE Limited, the operator of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), has agreed to acquire Link Market Services South Africa (Link SA), the second largest share registry business in South Africa (with six of the top 40 listed companies as clients), subject to all...
Fincheck.co.za invests in FundingHub
Fincheck.co.za, which began in 2016 so consumers could compare financial services products, has taken over the full management and equity in FundingHub. This makes Fincheck the country's biggest financial comparison site as well as the biggest lead aggregator having...
An IT partner can accelerate a bank’s digital journey
Instead of examining the advantages and disadvantages of digital banking versus traditional banking, it should rather be accepted that digitisation is the direction in which all banks need to move. By Steve Lauter, head of banking for Africa at Wipro These days, it's...
Seacom, Sophos secure SMEs
Seacom has joined forces with Sophos to provide a next generation security solution called On-Premise Security to cost-conscious small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa. Seacom's On-Premise Security is a full-suite solution that uses Sophos' XG...
Technical Lead (C# .Net Core)
One of our clients who is a leading-edge South African based Technology and Software company that develops bespoke software solutions is looking for a Technical Lead Developer. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related...
Software Engineer (Focus: Python & Azure) (Advanced) 1216
Software Engineer (Focus: Python & Azure) ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Design and implement performant python applications.Write and maintain comprehensive test cases.CI/CD (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform)Experience in ETL pipelines.Database...
Solution Architect – Gauteng Centurion
JOB PURPOSE Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and how Design technology solutions for the organisation by defining integrated solution architectures that are aligned with IT strategies and architectures to meet and support...
Technical Lead (C# .Net Core) – Gauteng Pretoria Region
One of our clients who is a leading-edge South African based Technology and Software company that develops bespoke software solutions is looking for a Technical Lead Developer. Key Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related...
Software Engineer (Focus: Python & Azure) (Advanced) 1216 – Gauteng Pretoria
Software Engineer (Focus: Python & Azure) ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Design and implement performant python applications.Write and maintain comprehensive test cases.CI/CD (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform)Experience in ETL pipelines.Database...
Application Architect
JOB PURPOSE Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and how To design and maintain the enterprise-wide application architecture as guided by the EA standards, procedures and policies. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Include management and...
Business Analyst (Senior) (Maternity Cover) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Application Architect – Gauteng Centurion
JOB PURPOSE Include primary accomplishments, products, and services, who benefits from them and how To design and maintain the enterprise-wide application architecture as guided by the EA standards, procedures and policies. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Include management and...
Business Analyst (Senior) (Maternity Cover) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a highly successful NPO. The work you will be involved with is highly impactful and am sure will bring joy as well as provide a highly stimulating and fabulous work experience. What you will be doing:Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Business Analyst (12 months Contract)
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