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...

Mobile Web traffic hits new high

After peaking at nearly 60% in mid-2022, mobile web traffic took a downturn throughout 2023, slipping to 53%, a level last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic.  However, things changed last year, with more people than ever using mobile devices to browse the web....

Your vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen

Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific...

Materials key to sustainable industry

In times of “Code Red” warnings by the UN on climate change, the carbon footprint of chemical and materials is one of the most crucial indicators. Fossil resources are the main cause of human-made climate change, responsible for more than 70% of global warming. Where...

Call for accelerated action on climate crisis at COP28

Secretary-General Patricia Scotland will lead the Commonwealth delegation at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai to call for accelerated action on the climate crisis in light of intensifying threats to small and vulnerable member countries....

What the threat landscape will look like in 2024

Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) experts offer insights and projections for 2024 in the Kaspersky Security Bulletin, with a focus on the evolution of advanced persistent threats (APTs). Kaspersky researchers predict APT actors will introduce new...

Themes to watch at COP28

Just days away from this year's United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) 28 meeting, what's clear is that that global energy systems will need to achieve historic and unprecedented levels of innovation to redress climate change and meet the world's energy needs....

Webb reveals new features in the heart of the Milky Way

The latest image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope shows a portion of the dense center of our galaxy in unprecedented detail, including never-before-seen features astronomers have yet to explain. The star-forming region, named Sagittarius C (Sgr C), is about 300...

How to improve cloud resilience

Infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders must deploy nine principles to maximise the resilience of cloud environments, according to Gartner. "The cloud is not magically resilient and software bugs, not physical failures, cause almost all cloud outages," says...

Nvidia Ethernet networking platform for AI coming soon

Dell Technologies, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Lenovo will be the first to integrate Nvidia Spectrum-X Ethernet networking technologies for AI into their server lineups to help enterprise customers speed up generative AI workloads. Purpose-built for generative AI,...

5G performance influences customer loyalty

A new Ericsson ConsumerLab report titled ‘’5G Value: Turning performance into loyalty‘’ has revealed some unique insights and consumer trends about 5G in South Africa. The satisfaction and user-loyalty-focused report highlights the Communications Service Providers...

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Digital transformation brings security challenges

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Cash logistics becomes fully automated

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How Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy uses tech

As the South African government and businesses are focused on the fourth industrial revolution, the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) is using innovative teaching and learning methods to prepare its students for the jobs of the future. Yougeshini...

Digital convergence’s impact on OT security

There's an old expression that says, "when it rains it pours." This has never been more true than the current impact of digital transformation on security teams charged with protecting IT and OT networks. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director: SADC at Fortinet...

AI drives paradigm shift in the storage environment

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Drones in business – proactive, productive, powerful

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Trend Micro, Luxoft partner to secure vehicles, mobility services

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Senior Data Engineer

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Data Engineer will have a knack for data analysis, data manipulation and data modelling. The consultant will be responsible for understanding and driving the overall technical vision and planning of a client's organisation and...

IT Project Manager at M&M Consulting

MUST BE IN IT INDUSTRYClearly define the project goals, objectives, and scope.Assign roles and responsibilities to the project team membersCreate a detailed project plan with tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.Develop and maintain the project schedule,...

Systems Engineer (Azure/Cloud) on-site (contract) (TB)

The Systems Engineer: Microsoft Cloud Services is responsible for ensuring the stable operation of the IT server infrastructure across the entire organisation in order to maintain high levels of availability and security. The role is responsible for the...

Software Developer II – Gauteng Sandton

Software Developer IISoftware Developer II - 12 Month Contract Key Responsibilities:Realize the detailed design through programming and configuration.Provide guidance and mentoring to other software developers. Desired Skills: Developer Information Technology Software...

Senior Data Engineer – Western Cape Century City

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Data Engineer will have a knack for data analysis, data manipulation and data modelling. The consultant will be responsible for understanding and driving the overall technical vision and planning of a client's organisation and...

IT Project Manager at M&M Consulting – Gauteng Woodmead

MUST BE IN IT INDUSTRYClearly define the project goals, objectives, and scope.Assign roles and responsibilities to the project team membersCreate a detailed project plan with tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.Develop and maintain the project schedule,...

Scrum Master

Scrum Master Scrum MasterEducational / Experience Requirements:Scrum master certification (mandatory)Basic understanding of software developmentBachelors degree (advantage)Excellent communication and servant leadership skillsProblem-solving and conflict resolution...

IT DevOps Engineer

Fully remote position or in office if preferred. The position reports to the DevOps Engineering Manager Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Terraform to manage Cloud Infrastructure, Chef to manage virtual serversBuilding and deploying systems for metrics,...

Data Engineer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be doing The...

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