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.

Executives revise US economic outlook down

A post-election boost in business executives’ optimism about the US economy has moderated, declining from a more than three-year high of 67% last quarter to 47% this quarter, according to the AICPA & CIMA Economic Outlook Survey. The shift reflects growing...

Apple iPad Air available for pre-order now

iStore has announced the latest iPad Air, now featuring the M3 chip and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The new iPad Air is available for pre-order today and will be available in-store soon. Key features include: M3 Chip: The new iPad Air is powered by the...

Tech-led innovations drive green mining

Mining companies are adopting sustainable strategies, including urban mining and advanced ore sorting technologies, to improve resource recovery and operational efficiency. They are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into mining...

Calling all technology trailblazers

The future of technology belongs to thought leaders, trailblazers and trendsetters. If that's your world, don't miss this year's Dell Technologies Forum on 9 November. It's the best opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest technology products and solutions,...

IBM will train 2m in AI, with focus on the underserved

To help close the global artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap, today IBM has committed to train 2-million learners in AI by the end of 2026, with a focus on underrepresented communities. To achieve this goal at a global scale, IBM is expanding AI education...

Vergelegen winery goes green with solar

Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West has installed a solar power plant that has taken its hilltop winery building off the grid. The investment involved installing six solar tables, comprising a total of 500 panels and covering1400m². In addition to the panels, the...

Underdog Tech Award seeks to reward innovators

inDrive has launched the Underdog Tech Award, a new international prize for the founders of the best tech startups outside major tech hubs and startup communities. The award seeks to support technology startups that have been successfully founded despite facing...

SA has the best digital quality of life in Africa, lags globally

South Africa has the best digital quality of life in Africa but ranks just 72nd in the world. This is according to Surfshark’s fifth annual Digital Quality of Life (DQL) Index, where the country dropped by six places from last year. Out of the Index’s five pillars,...

Gaming PCs set to struggle as monitors return to growth

As demand for PCs and monitors has slowed, demand for gaming PCs and monitors has seen some resiliency. International Data Corporation (IDC) forecasts worldwide shipments of gaming monitors to grow 10,8% year over year in 2023 while gaming PCs are expected to decline...

AMD completes 4th Gen EPYC family

AMD has announced availability of the new AMD EPYC 8004 Series processors, completing the 4th Gen AMD EPYC CPU family of workload-optimised processors. The new processors bring the "Zen 4c" core into a purpose-built CPU, enabling hardware providers to create energy...

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Oracle continues strong cloud growth

IDC has recognised the momentum and growth of Oracle Cloud. According to the IDC Public Cloud Services Tracker, April, 2018, Oracle gained the most share out of all Enterprise Applications SaaS vendors in CY'2016 as well as CY'2017. In addition, the same report found...

IFC, Mastercard Foundation extend financial inclusion

"Financial inclusion is one of Africa's great success stories of this decade. Mobile money solutions and agent banking now offer affordable, instant, and reliable transactions, savings, credit, and even insurance opportunities in rural villages and urban neighborhoods...

ICT investment, partnership key for Africa’s digital growth

Rapid advancements in information communications technologies (ICT) over the past 20 years has substantially altered the ways in which people live, work, play and interact with one another. By Li Peng, president: Huawei Southern Africa Region The World Bank's World...

Private security, crime prevention must change

As criminals and crimes continue to evolve, it is essential that security providers challenge the status quo. As Albert Einstein once said; insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. For too long the security industry has...

Global Refer launches to SA’s talent sourcing sector

Social recruitment has now become available to the South African business sector, with the launch of Global Refer, which offers an easy way for a user to sign-up, create a job ad and then share it to their network on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. "The platform offers...

Why permanent residency is important for expats

The work permit process can be time-consuming and even painful, depending on your permit categorisation. By Marisa Jacobs, head of immigration and mobility at Xpatweb One question often asked is whether an expatriate should consider a Permanent Residency application...

Proposed Code amendments a mixed bag

On the 29 March, the Dti released proposed amendments to its Codes of Good Practice on Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) for public commentary within a 60-day period. The amendments present somewhat of a mixed bag for South African businesses. This is...

Common Criteria Certification boosts Kaspersky product

The Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Windows application - a core part of Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business - has officially been certified for passing the Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (CC), an international standard for...

Zebra unveils card printing solution

Zebra Technologies has announced a new generation of intelligent card printers and card design software designed to bring high-quality card printing solutions to the security, retail and hospitality industries as well as education and finance institutions. Zebra also...

Software AG leads in full Life cycle API management

Gartner has named Software AG a Leader in its 2018 Magic Quadrant for Full Life Cycle API Management. Software AG’s webMethods API Management platform plays a significant role in digital transformation - facilitating the use of valuable backend functionality and data...

Web Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

Hire Resolve's client, a leading software company in Johannesburg, is currently seeking a talented Web Developer to join their team.If you are passionate about crafting seamless and responsive web experiences and have the skills to match, this role could be your next...

C++ Developer – Western Cape Century City

What You'll Do Develop high-performance C++ applications for advanced payment systems.Collaborate with international teams to design and optimize scalable solutions.Stay ahead of technology trends to deliver cutting-edge innovations.What We're Looking For Relevant...

Project Manager (Software) (Contract) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...

Lead Developer

Job Title: Lead Developer (Team Lead)Department: Public Safety (Identity Management)Reports to: General Manager: Identity ManagementContract Type: Fixed-Term (January 2025 – March 2026)Summary of the RoleThe Lead Developer (Team Lead) plays a central role in all...

Lead Developer – Gauteng Midrand

Job Title: Lead Developer (Team Lead)Department: Public Safety (Identity Management)Reports to: General Manager: Identity ManagementContract Type: Fixed-Term (January 2025 – March 2026)Summary of the RoleThe Lead Developer (Team Lead) plays a central role in all...

Business Analyst

Develop Business Cases. Business Analysis Work Plan. Business Requirements Specification Document. Functional Requirements Specification Document. User Stories. Change Request Document (where applicable). Participate in Quality Assurance. Participate in User...

Mid Level Systems Analyst

SYSTEMS ANALYST (MID LEVEL)OUR CLIENT HAS A 6 CONTRACT VACANCY FOR A SYSTEMS ANALYST (Mid Level) to start immediately. (ASAP)This is a hybrid position and the candidate will work three days in office and two days from home. Office is based in Springs.The successful...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

Develop Business Cases. Business Analysis Work Plan. Business Requirements Specification Document. Functional Requirements Specification Document. User Stories. Change Request Document (where applicable). Participate in Quality Assurance. Participate in User...

Mid Level Systems Analyst – Gauteng Primrose

SYSTEMS ANALYST (MID LEVEL)OUR CLIENT HAS A 6 CONTRACT VACANCY FOR A SYSTEMS ANALYST (Mid Level) to start immediately. (ASAP)This is a hybrid position and the candidate will work three days in office and two days from home. Office is based in Springs.The successful...

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