AI-powered cybercrime and defenses on the rise
Check Point Software Technologies has launched its inaugural AI Security Report at the RSA Conference 2025 in San Francisco, offering an in-depth exploration of how cyber criminals are weaponising artificial intelligence (AI), alongside strategic insights for...
Crypto crime surges in 2025
The 2024 crypto bull run fueled a surge in crypto-related crimes, a trend that has carried into 2025. Over the course of last year, cybercriminals stole $1,73-billion worth of digital assets, making 2024 the fourth-worst year for crypto crime on record. But that...
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...
Regional AI set to reach $166,33bn by 2030
The MENA artificial intelligence market size is expected to reach $166,33-billion by 2030, projected to grow at a CAGR of 44,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Various cities in the MEA region are actively embracing AI to build...
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Gartner gives VMware highest product scores
VMware has received the highest product scores for two of the three defined use cases in Gartner's Critical Capabilities for WAN Edge Infrastructure. VMware was recently recognized as a Leader in the inaugural Gartner Magic Quadrant for WAN Edge Infrastructure. That...
Qlik unlocks BI value for UK consultancy
UK-based SAP business planning and consolidation specialists Copperman Consulting is using the Qlik open data analytics platform to provide additional business intelligence (BI) solutions in the local market. This follows the October announcement that Decision Inc has...
Smart cities. Is it wise to get smarter?
We are in an era of intelligent and urgent urban innovation. Our homes are connected, our streets are thriving labyrinths of interconnectivity, and our businesses are a hive of data streaming and surveillance. By Simon McCullough, major channel account manager at F5...
Alternative payment solutions key for economic inclusion
Despite there being more than 19 million online shoppers in South Africa, the recent Black Friday and Cyber Monday stampedes at retail outlets have once again shown the importance of providing people with alternative digital payment options. By Thomas Pays, CEO of...
Utility management in East Africa
Urban areas in East Africa are struggling to meet the high demands for electricity, water and sanitation, and poor, inefficient utility delivery continues to plague countries such as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. By Marleze van Loggerenberg, head of business development...
Britehouse aligns brand identity with Dimension Data
Britehouse, a division of Dimension Data, has launched a refreshed Britehouse brand identity that will align to Dimension Data. Britehouse, originally founded in 2006 as a small applications business, officially became known through several mergers and acquisitions,...
Fujitsu to provide enterprise transformation offering with AWS
Fujitsu today announces a new end-to-end enterprise transformation offering which will fast track the move to the AWS cloud for organisations, helping them to improve business processes and speed up innovation. As the result of a new strategic collaboration between...
Collaboration key to protecting critical infrastructure
National power grids are increasingly becoming a target of hackers and attacks. Several hacks have been reported across the globe in recent years, drawing the world's attention to the vulnerability of national power supply systems, and bringing into question the...
Keep your business safe over the festive season
Businesses that are planning to shut down over the festive period should take precautionary measures to ensure their premises are safe and secure at all times. According to Malesela Maupa, head of insurer relationships at FNB Insurance Brokers, statistics show that...
Uber launches 24/7 phone support
Uber has launched a 24/7 phone support for users across South Africa. Passengers and drivers will have a dedicated phone support line, staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To call, Uber users need to simply tap "Help" in the main menu of the Uber app and select...
Ai Automation Developer at jaam automation – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
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 Support Specialist (Senior) (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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,...
Technical Analyst (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
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,...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About the Role:As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the successful execution of software development projects through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). You will be responsible for meticulous project planning, resource...
Developer – Internship Role (JHB) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...
Developer – C# (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...
Mobile Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Seeking an intermediate mobile developer who will be responsible for execution and working within the SDLC, from concept, architecture, design to implementation, and testing. Key Requirements 3-4 years' experience requiredAndroid (Java and/or Kotlin) and React Native...
Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
Cape Town - Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for finance and technology? Our client, a leading Accounting & Auditing Firm, is seeking a Data Analyst with an Accounting Background to enhance financial reporting, streamline processes, and implement...
Lead Software Developer – Western Cape Kuils River
The Lead Software Developer will form a vital part of the software development team who is responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of software solutions to enable business strategies and priorities. Key Responsibilities:1.Software Development...
Senior Network Engineer
Job Title: Senior .NET Engineer*Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Senior .NET Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, efficient, and reliable software applications...
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