AI-driven cybercrime moves into operational mainstream

AI, infostealers, vulnerabilities, ransomware, and geopolitical conflict are reshaping organisational risk and compressing the time defenders have to respond, according to Flashpoint’s latest 2026 Global Threat Intelligence Report: Midyear Edition. The threat...

MoonHacker uses NASA data to build lunar digital twins

The barren lunar landscape has some important resources, such as water and minerals like iron and titanium, but extracting and processing them will require special equipment. Where those resources can be found will dictate where to land and how to mine them. To help...

July economic activity reverses two months of decline

South Africa’s economic activity improved in July 2026, following a challenging performance in June and May, according to the PayInc Economic Index. Lower fuel prices provided some relief, while record transaction volumes point to resilient economic activity. However,...

Women embrace AI and narrow the workplace gender gap

South African women are narrowing the artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap with their male counterparts. This is according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for August 2026, based on an analysis of 1,5-million jobseeker profiles. Men account for around two...

Huawei goes green for smart warehouse

Kathy Gibson reports - Huawei has officially opened a green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg – the first of its kind in Africa. Will Meng, CEO of Huawei South Africa, explains that the smart warehouse, equipped with green power, is the central hub for Huawei in...

US blocks Nvidia AI chip sales in China

The US government has blocked Nvidia from selling some of its artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China – including a chip it engineering specifically to comply with a previous US injunction against providing top-end chips to China. In a new move believing to be...

$13,5trn needed to fast-track decarbonisation in key industries

Transitioning to a more sustainable and carbon-neutral future, $13,5-trillion in investments will be needed by 2050, particularly in the production, energy and transport sectors, according to a new World Economic Forum report. The Net-Zero Industry Tracker 2023,...

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,...

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New Citrix Workspace unveiled

Troye has announced the new Citrix Workspace and Citrix Workspace app, a bundle of products that provide a secure and unified experience for all apps, content, and devices for IT and users. By providing a new, streamlined experience, Citrix Workspace delivers...

An easy way to manage translations

Work is becoming increasingly global and the need for translations has increased. The cloud-based Xerox Easy Translator Service translates to more than 35 languages. Think of the projects you could complete for your business or for your customers. The Xerox Easy...

Home-sharing shows travel industry is ageless

With people living longer than ever before, and typically working until later in life, the way that people retire is changing. Many are scaling down for a more manageable lifestyle, opting to use a different skills set for an additional source of income. For some,...

Cosplayers raise breast cancer awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a critical time in the fight for education around a disease which statistically affects one in every 26 women in South Africa. For the duration of the rAge expo - running from 5 to 7 October at the Ticketpro Dome in Northgate...

Transport infrastructure the vehicle for economic growth

For any country, the transport infrastructure networks are some of the most important assets it can have - not only in pure monetary value, but also the socio and economic gains that the transportation of people, goods and services brings. Herbert Phahlane, director:...

Mimecast extends cyber resilience vision

Mimecast has announced the general availability its new web security service. The cloud-based service is designed to guard against malicious activity initiated by user action or malware while blocking access to websites deemed unsafe or inappropriate based on each...

Zibuza.net nominated or prestigious award

Zibuza.net was nominated as best national digital solution for South Africa for the international World Summit Awards (WSA). The World Summit Awards are a global initiative selecting digital innovation making positive impact on society. With this nomination in the...

Truecaller launches chat feature

Truecaller has launched its instant messaging (IM) platform Truecaller Chat. Truecaller, with the help from its community, has launched the new chat service as a shield against viral messages sent on its instant messaging platform. Users will be able to mark website...

Sign language translator on the cards

The world's first machine capable of turning British Sign Language (BSL) into written English is set to be built by the University of Surrey as part of a project funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council. BSL is a language in its own right, with...

Finance is undergoing a revolution

Speakers opening the FinTech track on day one of Finance Indaba in Sandton painted a picture of unprecedented transaction and settlement speeds, new opportunities for financial services and enhanced transactional trust and security, thanks to FinTech innovation...

Retail Solutions Architect

A vacancy exists for a Solutions Architect to contribute to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects across a Retail and Omnichannel environment by translating strategies and requirements into technical solutions. Reporting to the Portfolio Manager: Retail and...

SQL DBA

Responsibilities:Install, maintain, and upgrade SQL Server instances: Ensure that all database environments are deployed, maintained, and managed.Develop and implement database security policies: Protect sensitive data by establishing and enforcing security...

Senior REACT Developer

Senior React DeveloperOur UK based client is looking for a Senior React Developer with the following Skills:Experience with server-side rendering frameworks such as [URL Removed] with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices.Experience with state machines (e.g.,...

IT Support Engineer

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver who loves keeping systems running smoothly?Our Client is looking for an IT Support Engineer who will be responsible for the support of all internal users as well as supporting the data centre operations team with server monitoring...

RPA Developer – Gauteng Randburg

Job Title: RPA DeveloperLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (12-month contract)Hybrid Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior RPA Developer to join the team on a 11-month contract. The ideal candidate will assist in designing,...

Ruby on Rails Developer (JHB/CPT/Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer is sought by a cutting-edge AgriTech company, to join its team and help build out a SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. The team is full stack, and you can expect to be given the necessary...

Senior Business Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town

Job description:You will work in the IT solutions team within the company. You will drive technology solutions that enable business goals and create efficiencies. Your relevant industry experience together with a strong skillset in systems and data will give you the...

Retail Solutions Architect – KwaZulu-Natal Pinetown

A vacancy exists for a Solutions Architect to contribute to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects across a Retail and Omnichannel environment by translating strategies and requirements into technical solutions. Reporting to the Portfolio Manager: Retail and...

SQL DBA – Remote Remote

Responsibilities:Install, maintain, and upgrade SQL Server instances: Ensure that all database environments are deployed, maintained, and managed.Develop and implement database security policies: Protect sensitive data by establishing and enforcing security...

Senior REACT Developer – Remote Remote

Senior React DeveloperOur UK based client is looking for a Senior React Developer with the following Skills:Experience with server-side rendering frameworks such as [URL Removed] with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices.Experience with state machines (e.g.,...

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