Google agents attack outside companies
Google has become the latest tech giant to admit that its artificial intelligence (AI) models acted autonomously to attack other companies. The three breaches happened back in May, but Google only confirmed them over the weekend, via the BBC. The AI model was in...
New version of MacSync hits macOS users
Kaspersky researchers have discovered a sophisticated, updated version of the macOS infostealer known as MacSync. First emerging in 2024/2025 as a variant of the AMOS stealer, the malware has undergone a significant transformation. This latest version, spotted in...
Nation-state attackers target US water systems
Recent cyberattacks on US water infrastructure are believed to part of a nation-state programme by Iran. Several towns in Minnesota and Michigan last week reported that the computers used to monitor and adjust water quality had been hit by a malware attack. The...
Kaspersky uncovers new Mirage Kitten malware
Kaspersky has discovered a previously undocumented malware set used by Mirage Kitten APT in a targeted campaign aimed at maintaining long-term access to victim networks and stealing sensitive data. The company’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has identified...
Logicalis US expands with Loial acquisition
Datatec’s subsidiary Logicalis USA has acquired 100% of the share capital of Loial, a New Mexico-based technology solutions provider with expertise in cybersecurity and managed services. The acquisition establishes a permanent Logicalis US location in New Mexico and...
African governments urged to align passenger systems with global standards
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA), the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have urged African states to implement Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) systems in...
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...
Africa must build resilience as US-China tech divide deepens
Africa’s AI choices are becoming geopolitical choices. As the US and China accelerate the development of increasingly distinct and incompatible AI technology stacks, African governments and companies can move quickly to avoid long-term dependency, technology lock-in,...
Claude has also been infiltrating systems
Anthropic has revealed that its Claude model has also gone rogue and is responsible for three cybersecurity incidents. “In a review of our cybersecurity evaluation transcripts, we found three incidents in which a Claude model reached the internet from within or while...
AI-generated inferences will take biggest privacy toll
By 2029, most privacy incidents will result not from the direct exposure of personally identifiable information (PII), but from AI-generated inferences about individuals, according to Gartner. “There is a fundamental shift underway from data exposure to insight...
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Directing the dual workforce in the age of AI agents
We will be the last generation to work with all-human workforces, writes Linda Saunders, country manager and senior director solution engineering Africa at Salesforce. This is not a provocative soundbite but a statement of fact, one that signals a fundamental shift in...
What to expect from crypto in 2026
The first weeks of 2026 have delivered a strong signal about the crypto year ahead. Crypto markets have broadly rallied, with many assets showing price jumps of more than 10% over seven days. By Christo de Wit, country manager at Luno Bitcoin climbed above $95 000...
Equipping the youth in today’s job market
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Mesh vs repeaters vs extenders: what’s the difference?
You can have a blazing-fast fibre line and still struggle with buffering, laggy Zoom calls, or “no signal” in the back bedroom. That’s because fibre is only the internet pipe coming into your home - what really determines your day-to-day experience is how well that...
How do we define a smart city in SA?
In recent years, the term “smart city” has become a buzzword attached to various developments across the country. By Morag Evans, CEO of Databuild But what does it really mean? Contrary to popular belief, a smart city is not defined by how much technology has been...
How to future-proof the human developer
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Cash buyers lose, opex wins, as PC price inflation arrives
PC prices are expected to rise as component supply tightens and manufacturers shift their focus toward higher‑margin, AI‑capable devices. This puts immediate pressure on IT budgets that are already strained. For many organisations, the challenge is no longer just...
‘I have nothing to hide’ is the most comfortable lie in cybersecurity
International Data Privacy Day (28 January) usually brings a wave of advice about passwords and privacy settings. Most of us tune it out. We fall back on the comfortable, dangerous cop-out: "I am boring. I have nothing to hide." Richard Ford, chief technology officer...
A smarter way to cool homes this summer
With summer temperatures climbing, South African households face a familiar dilemma: how to stay cool without the electricity bill skyrocketing. For many, the default strategy is to run the air conditioner at full blast until the room is freezing, then switch it off...
TCL deepens partnership with Arsenal
TCL has announced Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka as its brand ambassador. TCL recently teamed up with Arsenal and Bukayo Saka with the launch of ‘Inspire Greatness, Together’, a new campaign that celebrates how football brings people together through moments on and off the...
Automation and DevOps Engineer (Centurion) – Gauteng Centurion
ENVIRONMENT:A leading provider of Electronic Systems seeks the technical expertise of an Automation and DevOps Engineer who can understand complex systems and break down requirements into manageable components. The ideal candidate for this role will have the strategic...
Junior Software Engineer (C#, C++, Java, Python, Kotlin) (CPT Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A Bespoke Software Company urgently seeks a highly ambitious Junior Software Engineer to join its Remote team where you must be ready to hit the ground running. Your primary focus will be to earn the codebase, gather user data, and respond to requests from...
Technical Specialist – CPT – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:A leading Cloud Solutions company is on the hunt for highly skilled and customer-focused Technical Specialist to join their Professional Services team. This is more than a support role; you will be the technical architect and trusted advisor for their...
Senior Front-End (Angular) Developer – Centurion – Gauteng Centurion
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IT Systems Administrator (JHB Hybrid)
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IT Systems Administrator (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
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