As AI adoption grows, more security alerts are ignored

Security operations centres are facing mounting pressure from growing alert volumes, increasingly sophisticated AI-powered attacks, and persistent staffing constraints. According to Prophet Security's Second Annual State of AI in Security Operations Report, presented...

Roman telescope aims to travel 1m miles into space

This month could see the launch a new space telescope that aims to travel 1-million miles and record billions of galaxies. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could launch from the Kennedy Space Station as early as 30 August aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy. The Roman...

Climate change is redrawing the malaria map in Africa

Malaria is the deadliest climate-sensitive infectious disease. Yet, researchers and public health officials have debated how climate change has shaped its spread. A new Nature study by an international team, including the University of Cape Town (UCT), resolved this...

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...

Telcos part of the expanding cloud ecosystem

Enterprises are witnessing an expanding cloud ecosystem, which is beginning to include telecoms and networking providers looking to support API services, container integration/consulting, and AI network integrations, according to GlobalData research....

CFOs plan their largest spending on sales

Chief financial officer (CFO) plans to increase 2025 budgets for the sales, information technology and marketing functions indicate a continued push to fuel growth, according to Gartner. “For the second consecutive year, growth is a key executive priority and the...

Splunk deal allows Cisco to be less dependent on hardware

Cisco has a strong position in computer networking, but its growth has stalled due to both the weakness of its telecom operator customers as well as the shift of enterprise IT to the public cloud, where it enjoys a less dominant position than in the traditional...

BCX launches cloud services

BCX, in conjunction with Alibaba Cloud, has launched its Africa Local Public (ALP) cloud service which, it says, marks a significant stride in its mission to deliver innovative technology solutions to businesses across the continent. "The ALP Cloud offering ushers in...

Mbilwi Secondary scoops Solve for Tomorrow award

Mbilwi Secondary School from Venda, Limpopo has been declared the winner of the Solve for Tomorrow schools' competition. The competition, which was run in partnership with the State Information Technology Agency (SITA), was aimed at giving grade 10 and 11 learners...

SA demand for managed services is on the up

A global study commissioned by Cisco and conducted by Canalys shows that South Africa's IT channel partners increased managed services revenue in 2022 with a YoY growth rate of 17,7%, delivering services valued at $1,2-billion (R22,93-billion). The Shift to Managed...

Generative AI pilots at an advanced stage

In a recent Gartner poll of more than 1,400 executive leaders, 45% reported that they are in piloting mode with generative AI, and another 10% have put generative AI solutions into production. This is a significant increase from a Gartner poll conducted in March and...

Intel intends to run PSG as a standalone business

Intel has announced its intent to separate its Programmable Solutions Group (PSG) operations into a standalone business. It's believed this will give PSG the autonomy and flexibility it needs to fully accelerate its growth and more effectively compete in the FPGA...

Phishing now the world’s leading cyberthreat

In a world where digital predators roam freely, the rise of phishing attacks has left countless victims vulnerable to the ruthless theft of their valuable information and assets. These cunning schemes employ a variety of deceptive tactics - from misleading emails and...

Africa must accelerate efforts to achieve SGDs

Africa's progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union's Agenda 2063 aspirations has been uneven, with significant differences among subregions, countries, and rural and urban areas. This calls for accelerated efforts to ensure that Africa...

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High-net-worth individuals embrace cryptocurrencies

Wealthy investors seem to believe that cryptocurrencies are the future of money. This is according to Nigel Green, CEO of the deVere Group, an international financial services organisation. The group, which launched the deVere Crypto app earlier this year, asked...

Engaging graduate students through career development

Once students enter university, they tend to be more experienced and confident about their career path and future employment prospects. However, that doesn't mean they have everything figured out. In some ways, graduate students need a higher level of expert support...

Colour King expands digital printing portfolio

Lithographic commercial printing specialist Colour King has launched a new range of high-quality digital printing services with a Xerox Versant 180 digital press from Bytes Document Solutions and XBC-IT. The Versant 180 marks Colour King's further investment into...

How to get the perfect temperature

Whether it's a chilly winter day or a scorcher, the indoor temperature of your home or office can affect your emotional and physical health. Air conditioners have come a long way since the 'window rattlers' of the past, intelligent technology assists in not only...

Tackling the pertinent aspects of GDPR

For businesses around the world, including Africa, the implementation of the European Union's (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is particularly pertinent. This is because the GDPR applies not only to all states in the EU, but more especially to any...

BPM is dead. Long live BPS.

Over the last few years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has started to permeate all markets as organisations across the board have begun looking for ways to harness the value that combining the IoT within other business process management (BPM) initiatives could realise...

Accelerating your digital transformation

Businesses that harness the power of digital are experiencing massive advantages, with growth and efficiency benchmarks often leaping by double- and even triple-digit advances. But while the attainment of digital clearly bears a lot of fruit, getting to that stage is...

Insuretech a boon for early adopters

Soon, there may be facial recognition tech that predicts whether your client is a smoker or not. And soon, your clients will play a bigger role in administering their investments and policies, but they will need even more professional advice as they navigate this...

LG enters medical tech industry

LG Electronics South Africa (LG) has entered the medical technology industry. The organisation will now produce a clinical review monitor, a display compliant with DICOM Part 14 for clinical review applications, as well as surgical monitor for the medical field....

PoPI and GDPR a forgotten essential in HR

The Protection of Personal Information Act (PoPI) in South Africa and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, have shone a light on the importance of protecting valuable personal information. However, while the focus has predominantly been...

Database Administrator III

Are you a database expert ready to take on advanced challenges? As a Database Administrator III, you'll lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases. Dive into complex systems, drive performance improvements, and ensure seamless...

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Job Title: UX/UI Designer - IntermediateDepartment: Digital Marketing - User Experience DesignJob OverviewWe are seeking an experienced UX/UI Designer to create intuitive, visually appealing digital products that enhance the customer experience. You will collaborate...

Database Administrator III – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Are you a database expert ready to take on advanced challenges? As a Database Administrator III, you'll lead the way in optimizing, securing, and scaling our mission-critical databases. Dive into complex systems, drive performance improvements, and ensure seamless...

UX/UI Designer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

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Senior Developer

Are you a code wizard with a passion for innovation and leadership? We're looking for a Senior Developer to design, build, and lead cutting-edge solutions that drive our success. If you excel at solving complex challenges, mentoring team members, and delivering...

Lead Software Developer (C#.NET) (CH1015)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for a skilled Lead Software Developer to join their diverse team of C# developers.The Lead Software Developer will form a vital part of the software development team who is responsible for the...

Senior Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Are you a code wizard with a passion for innovation and leadership? We're looking for a Senior Developer to design, build, and lead cutting-edge solutions that drive our success. If you excel at solving complex challenges, mentoring team members, and delivering...

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