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.

Quantum developments raise privacy, security concerns

Microsoft's recent announcement of the Majorana 1 quantum chip marks a significant milestone in the evolution of quantum computing, bringing us closer to realising quantum computers capable of performing complex computations at unprecedented speeds. While this...

Jury is out on how banks benefit from GenAI

Despite the growing adoption of GenAI technology in the banking industry, banks and financial institutions are split when it comes to outcome-based strategies. According to NTT Data’s “Intelligent banking in the Age of AI” research report, only half of banks (50%) see...

Isaac Mophatlane joins Mustek board

Isaac Mophatlane has been appointed as an independent non-executive director of Mustek, effective 1 September 2023. Mophatlane started his career at Software Connexion and became the youngest director on the board of a listed company. Together with his late brother,...

India pioneers south pole Moon landing

India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has successfully landed at the south pole of the moon. Following the soft landing, it will release a rover to explore the Moon’s surface, and conduct various experiments. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) explains that...

Relief for households as July brings salaries uptick

The average salary performed better in the latest BankservAfrica Take-home Pay Index (BTPI) for July 2023, providing welcomed relief for South African income earners. "The average nominal take-home pay in July was R15 503, notably higher than the R14 169 in June and...

Unmanaged consumer debt affects us all

As inflation and the cost of living continue to rise, a growing number of households in South Africa are struggling to meet their financial obligations. In many instances, despite various avenues available to the consumer to seek assistance, households avoid it,...

SA at serious risk of catastrophic Internet disruption

In an era driven by digital connectivity, the recent events involving the unprecedented damage to three of South Africa's major west coast undersea Internet cables have thrust the country into a precarious position. By Paul Colmer, exco member at Wireless Access...

People key to digital transformation success

The business landscape across South Africa, the wider African continent, and globally, is experiencing a seismic shift where technology continues to permeate every aspect of our lives. Our world is becoming increasingly fast-paced and interconnected - a trend that is...

Job-seekers want flexibility, balance and money

At least half (50%) of job-seekers accepted a job offer over a 12-month period but backed out prior to starting. According to a Gartner survey of nearly 3 500 candidates in May 2023, more than one-third (35%) of candidates reported they received four or more offers...

Consumers reveal varied reading preferences

In the blended world of paper and digital media, consumers have varied preferences for what they receive electronically or in "hard copy". This was brought to light in the Two Sides Trend Tracker survey, a biennial survey into consumer preferences and perceptions of...

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Cloud and the evolution of data management

According to Big Data Quarterly, cloud computing is fast becoming the solution of choice for data environments. South Africa is no different, and the increasing adoption of cloud technology is rapidly changing the way we manage data environments and the skills...

Geolocation marketing for symbiotic relationships

Mobile is increasingly becoming the channel of choice for brand engagement, especially amongst younger generations who rely on their smartphones during their shopping journey. However, many brands have invested heavily in apps which are not delivering real return on...

Digital disruption and the healthcare challenge

The African region is seen to be one of the most sought-after markets globally for healthcare investments, having experienced stellar growth over the last decade and showing no sign of slowing down in the near future. According to a report by the IFC, the...

Digital solutions debut at SA schools

Nedbank has launched a range of innovative digital offerings aimed specifically at easing the administrative burden at South African schools, helping schools become more efficient and enhancing the education outcomes of learners. According to Mark Rose, head of new...

New tool puts customers in the centre

Standard Bank has rolled out a new online tool to assist merchants countrywide to change the paradigm of customer interaction. The bank completed a highly successful pilot phase of its new online dashboard tool CustomerView across 12 clients in October and November...

Paid internships key to job creation

South Africa's youth have a lot to celebrate following the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) and Budget Speech. In his maiden SONA, President Cyril Ramaphosa repeatedly emphasised that job creation would be at the centre of the 2018 national agenda. Minister...

5G, the Winter Olympics and your venue

The use of the world's first 5G network at the 2018 Winter Olympics generated excitement amongst those in the industry - and it's easy to see why, writes Pieter Engelbrecht, business unit manager for HPE Aruba. As a user, our expectations for instant, seamless...

Acting group CFO for Altron

Allied Electronics Corporation Limited (Altron) today announced that it has appointed Tim Jacobs as its acting group CFO with effect from 1 March 2018. Altron Group Chief Executive Mteto Nyati says: "Our search for a permanent Group CFO is underway and I wish to...

Fujitsu offers SAP/HANA conversions

Fujitsu has launched of the SAP S/4HANA Conversion Service, which offers support for migration from existing SAP ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA, SAP's next-generation ERP system. Targeting customers migrating from an existing SAP ERP system to SAP S/4HANA, this service...

Volvo Cars launches start-up investment fund

Volvo Cars has launched a new investment fund aimed at investing in high potential technology start-ups around the globe. The aim of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund is to invest in strategic technology trends that are transforming the industry, such as artificial...

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To manage the IT functions on a day-to-day operational basis. Duties include:Leadership & ManagementLead and manage the IT department, providing guidance and technical support to team members.Develop and implement IT strategies that align with business...

Full Stack Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:ASSIST with the design & build of a modern, automated, even-based communications platform as the next Full Stack Data Engineer sought by a dynamic Independent Asset Management Firm. Collaborating with relevant IT Heads, Engineering Leads and Product...

Data Analyst – Remote Remote

Are you excited by the challenge of turning raw data into actionable insights that drive business success? Do you thrive on identifying trends, solving problems, and delivering data-driven solutions? Are you ready to join a team where your analytical expertise can...

Senior Network Engineer (Aruba/Juniper/Cisco)

Are you a master of networking technologies like Aruba, Juniper, and Cisco?We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer to lead the charge in designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance network solutions. In this role, you'll harness your expertise across...

Data Analyst (Credit Risk Analyst)

High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Credit Risk Analyst, reporting to the Risk executive.The candidate must have aCompleted BSc Honours (Computer science / Maths / Financial Maths / Engineering)with 3-5 years...

Agile Master (Expert) 1467

ESSENTIAL:Ability to manage and steer a Team to deliver on time with the required quality and to create high performing DevOp Team(s) using Agile methodology.Deep understand of Agile methodology and scaled Agile (SAFe, Nexus, LeSS)Proficient in the Agile Tool Chain...

Senior Network Engineer (Aruba/Juniper/Cisco) – Gauteng Midrand

Are you a master of networking technologies like Aruba, Juniper, and Cisco?We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer to lead the charge in designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance network solutions. In this role, you'll harness your expertise across...

Data Analyst (Credit Risk Analyst) – Remote Remote

High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Credit Risk Analyst, reporting to the Risk executive.The candidate must have aCompleted BSc Honours (Computer science / Maths / Financial Maths / Engineering)with 3-5 years...

Agile Master (Expert) 1467 – Gauteng Midrand

ESSENTIAL:Ability to manage and steer a Team to deliver on time with the required quality and to create high performing DevOp Team(s) using Agile methodology.Deep understand of Agile methodology and scaled Agile (SAFe, Nexus, LeSS)Proficient in the Agile Tool Chain...

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