SA users tread a minefield of security, privacy threats
South African users experienced more than 32-million cybersecurity threats in 2024, according to new research from NordVPN. The study finds that Internet users should be careful when clicking links that appear to have been sent by big tech companies as there’s a good...
Hybrid working companies more optimistic about growth
Businesses operating in the hybrid model have reported that they are significantly more optimistic about growth in the year ahead than more traditionally focused businesses that require their teams to commute daily. These companies also recognise that hybrid working...
PayShap now available at Capitec and Discovery Bank
Building on the uptake of PayShap among consumers, which saw it reach the 1-million transaction milestone withing six months, Capitec and Discovery Bank have become the latest banks to offer the service to clients. "The PayShap service is fast proving to be a viable,...
Call for entries for the 13th GAP Innovation Competition
Entries are now open for the 13th Gauteng Accelerator Programme (GAP) Innovation Competition, run by the Innovation Hub (TIH), which calls on entrepreneurs, innovators, and researchers working on ground-breaking technologies to improve government, the private sector...
Smart technology wins TEARS a gold Stevie award
TEARS Foundation (TEARS) was named a Gold Winner for the use of smart technology in the non-profit or government organisations category in the 20th Annual Stevie International Business Awards (IBAs). Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word “stepho” meaning...
Anna Collard scoops international women in cybersecurity award
Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content strategy and evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa, won the People’s Choice Award at the prestigious Cybersecurity Woman of the Year awards in Las Vegas. The award recognises and celebrates exceptional women in the cybersecurity...
Slight uptick in employment numbers
South Africa’s official unemployment rate was 32,6% in the second quarter of 2023. The results of the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) indicate that the number of employed persons increased by 154 000 to 16,3-million in the second quarter of 2023 compared to the...
Older websites exploited for phishing scams
Scammers are now targeting various older websites that are without reliable protection as they seek an easier and more effective way to distribute phishing pages. Due to the lack of support and maintenance on these sites, they have become vulnerable to hacking through...
AI is changing work – and HR leaders should change too
The rise of generative AI has surfaced many new questions about how the technology will impact the workforce. Even as AI becomes more pervasive in business, people are still a core competitive advantage. By Jill Goldstein, managing partner: talent transformation...
Very few HR functions achieve functional excellence
Only 9% of human resources (HR) functions are both highly efficient and highly aligned to their organisation's needs, according to Gartner. Post-pandemic, the scope of the HR function has drastically expanded. A 2023 February Gartner survey of 217 HR leaders found...
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Kaspersky, ENISA boost IoT security recommendations
In November 2017, the European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA) published "Baseline Security Recommendations for the Internet of Things in the context of critical information infrastructures". The main aim of the study is to offer IoT security...
SA cybersecurity trends for 2018
Cybersecurity is a hot topic in South Africa and in fact, the world over - in the face of recent, highly publicised cybersecurity breaches and the emergence of ransomware as a service (RaaS) which makes the malware accessible to just about anyone with a little...
Advantage to outsourcing executive payrolls
Complying with legislation that governs director's PAYE for executive payroll is a complex undertaking and it makes business sense to outsource this function -- including being able to leverage expertise to tick all the governance boxes. This is according to...
More backup options with Truecaller
Truecaller has launched Truecaller Backup for Android, a new feature which allows users to backup and restore their contacts, call history, block list and settings to Google Drive. Every day, thousands of Truecaller users are switching to a new phone, getting a new...
Use interview mistakes to your advantage
You walk into the interview room, make eye contact with your interviewer, and shake hands firmly and confidently. Everything is going as expected until you sit down and knock coffee all over the table. What do you do? Going for an interview can be a stressful and...
Samsung Uunveils wall-mountable lifestyle soundbar
Samsung Electronics unveiled a new premium lifestyle soundbar at CES 2018, the NW700 Sound+. The wall-mountable NW700 Sound+ soundbar succeeds the MS650 Sound+ model and incorporates sound-enhancing features, such as distortion-cancelling, wide-range tweeters and...
Winning app makes shopping easier
The village of Ntshuxi outside of Giyani in Limpopo may not be renowned as the home of tech start-ups, but it is this remote outpost that produced the founder of a company that is making waves in app-based business. Vutlharhi Valoyi is the founder and CEO of Zulzi, an...
Telecoms, media, tech leaders to meet
Key decision makers from MTN, Vodacom, Econet Wireless, Safaricom, Millicom, Convergence Partners, Standard Bank, MainOne and Rand Merchant Bank are among the key speakers announced for TMT Finance Africa in Cape Town 2018, taking place on March 15. More than 200...
Fortinet demos security for connected cars
Fortinet exhibited advanced cybersecurity capabilities for the connected car of the future at CES 2018 in the Renesas Advanced and Autonomous Test Track and Future Ready Solutions Showcase. Developed in collaboration with Renesas Electronics, the cybersecurity...
Money-back guarantee from Acer
Acer Africa has announced its 30-day money back guarantee in-store promotion with Incredible Connection. The promotion utilises the no-risk concept by encouraging its customers to purchase a new Acer notebook, try it out for 30-days and if at any point it does not...
Network and Systems Administrator at Sectional Title Solutions
As an Senior IT Systems Administrator. you will be responsible for the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of systems hardware, software and related infrastructure. This role ensures the smooth operation and security of the...
Software Developer – Mpumalanga Emalahleni
Are you a driven and skilled software developer seeking an opportunity to make a real impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges? If so, our client, a leading technology...
Network and Systems Administrator at Sectional Title Solutions – Gauteng Bryanston
As an Senior IT Systems Administrator. you will be responsible for the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of systems hardware, software and related infrastructure. This role ensures the smooth operation and security of the...
Senior Project Manager
Take the Lead on a Landmark Renewable Energy Project! Is this you?You thrive under pressure, juggling complex projects with ease and driving them to success. With a proven track record in utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and transmission...
.Net Developer
Looking for a exceptional .Net Developer to work on a .NET based desktop application. The candidate will involved in all aspects of development playing a critical role in design, planning, development, and deployment. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...
Senior Project Manager – Gauteng Fourways
Take the Lead on a Landmark Renewable Energy Project! Is this you?You thrive under pressure, juggling complex projects with ease and driving them to success. With a proven track record in utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and transmission...
.Net Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a exceptional .Net Developer to work on a .NET based desktop application. The candidate will involved in all aspects of development playing a critical role in design, planning, development, and deployment. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...
SQL & C#.Net Developer (JHB Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Business Process Outsourcer based in Joburg seeks the coding talents of a SQL & C#.Net Developer who will directly support its call centre while creating and maintaining solutions leaning heavily on SQL Server to query or manipulate data for...
Senior Business Analyst
Looking for a Senior Business Analyst with a finance background and preferably has experience in retail or manufacturing. The candidate should have worked with SAP or Oracle ERP System (or JDE). Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree / BTechSQLData...
SQL & C#.Net Developer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Randburg
ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Business Process Outsourcer based in Joburg seeks the coding talents of a SQL & C#.Net Developer who will directly support its call centre while creating and maintaining solutions leaning heavily on SQL Server to query or manipulate data for...
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