Web3’s dark future … the perfect storm for cyberattacks
The financial and operational damage caused by data breaches is poised to worsen dramatically - fuelled by advancements in quantum computing, the Metaverse, and artificial intelligence (AI) – according to new research from security specialists Naoris Protocol. A new...
China’s smartphone market rebounds in 2024
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, China's smartphone market shipped 76,4-million units in 4Q24, a 3,9% year-on-year (YoY) increase. This growth was driven by new product launches and...
Geopolitical shifts reshape semiconductor landscape
IDC's latest report, The Impact of Geopolitics on Asia's Semiconductor Supply Chain: Trends and Strategies, unveils significant changes in the global semiconductor landscape. With the implementation of the chip acts and semiconductors policies by various countries,...
Deep learning improves earthquake forecasting
A research team is aiming to shake up the status quo for earthquake models. Researchers from the Universities of California at Berkeley and Santa Cruz, and the Technical University of Munich have released a paper describing a new model that delivers deep learning to...
Stokvels show resilience despite tough economy
South African stokvel savers have proved resilient, with FNB revealing that its customers' stokvel net deposits have increased by 42%. Since November 2019, FNB stokvel customers have continually increased saving via a stokvel surpassing the R8,3-billion mark in total...
Threats to critical infrastructure on the rise
The increasing reliance on digital infrastructure makes critical sectors like utilities more susceptible to cyberthreats. This concern has been highlighted by Kaspersky's recent discovery of a new SystemBC variant that has targeted a South African nation's critical...
SA faces a mental health crisis
October is Mental Health Awareness Month and 10 October is World Mental Health Awareness Day - and it's important for people and organisations to be ble to identify the signs of mental health issues and the importance of seeking help. This is according to Iyanda...
Big growth ahead for global cloud communications
Cloud communications is expected to witness a substantial growth over the next five years, as businesses are switching from legacy PBX solutions to cloud communications and opting for a pay-as-you-go model to optimize expenses and avoiding upfront investments. Against...
Exceptional women under spotlight
Absa and Women in Tech (WiT) hosted the second edition of the Women in Tech Africa Awards on 5 October 2023, at Cape Town's Mount Nelson Hotel, recognising Africans who have made a mark in the technology industry. Award categories included Women in Tech Start-Up,...
TikTok brand is worth $65,7bn in 2023
Over the past six years, TikTok's user base has grown five times to over 1,9-billion. With users, revenue, and downloads rising, TikTok has also become the world's most valuable social media brand. According to data presented by OnlyAccounts.io, TikTok's brand value...
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Rise of multi-cloud brings challenges and benefits
The use of multi-cloud is significantly on the rise, bringing with it new challenges but, more importantly, considerable benefits. Move over hybrid cloud; multi-cloud has arrived. This is according to Anton Jacobsz, MD of Networks Unlimited Africa. He makes reference...
Card skimming gets more aggressive
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Mimecast joins IBM security app exchange community
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Huawei Cloud launches blockchain service
Huawei Cloud has officially launched its Blockchain Service (BCS) for global use. Now available on the international Huawei Cloud website, the service helps global enterprises and developers create, deploy, and manage blockchain applications quickly and at minimal...
Can MDR bridge the cybersecurity gap?
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Software AG, Amazon Web Services expand relationship
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DCC launces Canon Zoemini
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STC rolls out IPv6
Smart Technology Centre (STC) is one of the first Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in South Africa to roll out a full production Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) connectivity to its client's infrastructure and cloud services. "In essence, an IP address provides a...
Impact of disruption on higher education
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Senior Systems Support Officer at Mancosa
CORE FUNCTIONS System Support and Maintenance: Provide high-level technical support for SaaS applications, including monitoring system performance, resolving issues, and ensuring system availability and reliability. Incident and Problem Management: Diagnose,...
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About the Role: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, analyse processes, and recommend improvements to enhance...
Senior Systems Support Officer at Mancosa – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal
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IT Business Analyst (BPM) / BA (contract- hybrid) TB
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IT Business Analyst (BPM) / BA (contract- hybrid) TB – Gauteng Pretoria
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