AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

Innovation in logistics opens up regional opportunities

As trade corridors expand and the demand for sustainable supply chain solutions grows, transformative trends in infrastructure, trade integration, and digital innovation are driving southern Africa’s logistics landscape. This is according to a Reload Logistics...

Freedom gaps threaten free press, speech, Internet

Amid global debates about press freedom, free speech and freedom on the Internet, a new Pew Research Centre report shows there is a disconnect between how people rate the importance of these freedoms and how free they actually feel to express themselves.  Generally,...

AI set to change the retail playing field

The retail industry is in the midst of a major technology transformation, fueled by the rise in AI. With the highest potential for AI and analytics among all industries, the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) sectors are poised to harness the power of AI to...

Despite barriers, AI deployments are set to accelerate

New research commissioned by IBM has found that about 42% of enterprise-scale organisations (over 1 000 employees) surveyed have AI actively in use in their businesses. Early adopters are leading the way, with 59% of responding enterprises already working with AI...

Global real GDP growth of 2,3% forecast for 2024

Weaker annual real GDP growth rates are forecast across the largest regions in 2024 compared to 2023, according to a new S&P Global Market Intelligence report. The newly published Top-10 Economic Predictions for 2024 forecasts global real GDP will expand at 2,3%...

People challenges, talent gaps the biggest business obstacles

The uniquely challenging global events of the past few years have underscored the critical importance of people management for companies. Disruptions, including the pandemic and its aftermath, forced organisations to clearly define priorities and quickly build up...

Active Bitcoin addresses rebound after two years of decline

Despite challenging economic conditions, 2023 has been a fantastic year for Bitcoin. The price of the world's largest and most expensive cryptocurrency surged by almost 150% since the beginning of the year, surprising many investors who claimed the crypto market was...

Intel drives ‘AI Everywhere’ into automotive market

At CES, Intel has announced plans to drive the company's AI everywhere strategy into the automotive market, including a deal to acquire Silicon Mobility, a fabless silicon and software company that specialises in SoCs for intelligent electric vehicle (EV) energy...

Consumers wary of scams as they embrace cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrencies are beomcing the "new normal". In a global Kaspersky survey on consumers' attitudes, 81% of respondents currently own crypto, and 55% said they are well aware how to use cryptocurrencies. The study also discovered that almost half of consumers believe...

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New regional CEO for Liquid Telecom MEWA

Liquid Telecom has appointed Mohamed Abdel Bassit as its new regional CEO for Middle East and West Africa (MEWA), effective 1 January 2019. Based in Cairo, Bassit will oversee the group's expansion further into MEWA following the recent news that it is investing...

Intelligent enterprises will be built on interconnected systems

The world of enterprise IT is experiencing a seismic shift that is both technical and cultural, according to a new report on "Future Systems" from Accenture. Companies need systems that are boundaryless, adaptable and radically human to thrive in a world of constant...

Data governance adds up to good business

An effective data governance strategy is essential for business' due to the increasing importance of data and imposition of various data regulations. By Mike Rees, territory account manager for South Africa at Commvault This strategy ensures that the right policies,...

IQbusiness partners with GRI on Competitive Business Programme

IQbusiness has partnered with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) to implement its Competitive Business Programme (CSRCB) for SMEs throughout Africa. The comprehensive corporate sustainability management and disclosure framework is aimed at helping small- and...

Huawei debuts data centre switch for the AI era

Huawei has unveiled what is believes to be the industry's first data centre switch built for the artificial intelligence (AI) era -- CloudEngine 16800. Huawei defines three characteristics of data centre switches in the AI era: embedded AI chip, 48-port 400GE line...

Four steps to transforming data

Within the realm of data management, there is one area that is often overlooked - data transformation. Data transformation is a relatively mundane yet fundamental data management capability - particularly when dealing with similar data from multiple sources. By Gary...

Are we prepared for 2019’s cyber security challenges?

"Technology is a queer thing. It brings you great gifts with one hand, and it stabs you in the back with the other," wrote novelist and scientist CP Snow in the New York Times in 1971. It still rings true today. Every new tool or technology we use introduces new...

Adapt IT expands Australasian footprint

JSE-listed Adapt IT Holdings will acquire the business of Kura Holdings, Wisenet Information Systems, Wise.Net Corporate Trustee, the business intellectual property (IP) and existing IP rights of Wakatipu Management, collectively known as the Wisenet Group. Founded in...

Why blockchain should be part of your supply chain strategy

Jim Holland, country manager at Lenovo Data Center Group Southern Africa highlights the potential of technology to transform supply chains. One technology with enormous promise is blockchain. Surprised? Don't be - there's much more to blockchain than the world of...

Data Scientist at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is a leading provider of telco, payments, retail software - they have a global client base with a strong R&D focus. They are great believers in continuous improvement and fast adapters to new tech and constantly changing business needs....

Test Analyst – Gauteng Sandton

We are looking for an experienced Software Tester with a passion for finance to join our team. As a Software Tester, you'll take responsibility for ensuring the quality and functionality of cutting-edge derivatives pricing systems through rigorous testing procedures....

Database Developer (Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Join a leading data-driven organization focused on delivering innovative technology solutions that empower businesses to make strategic, data-informed decisions. They are looking for a skilled Database Developer with in-depth experience in Google Cloud...

Senior Systems Administrator: SAP Basis – Gauteng Centurion

A well-established financial services institute is seeking to appoint a Senior Systems Administrator: SAP Basis, you will be responsible for the administration of all SAP environments and instances, ensuring their optimal performance and availability. Administration...

SQL DBA

We are looking for a SQL DBA to join our team in Richards Bay. You'll be joining us in kicking off a new project. If you're excited for a new opportunity and challenge, please get in contact.Your expertise:SQL Database Administration – 5 Years ExperienceBackup and...

Senior Systems Administrator: SAP Basis

Main purpose of the role:Responsible for the administration of all SAP environments and instances, ensuring their optimal performance and availability. Administration includes configuration, transport management, monitoring, tuning and troubleshooting. Ensuring that...

Ai Automation Developer at jaam automation

At jaam we make companies, departments, and individual users more effective through automation by empowering great people, with great technology, to turn ideas into automation success. At our core, we are a technology consultancy and advisory company who provide best...

Technical Analyst (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment

This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving top-tier clients in the fintech sector,...

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