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.

Supply chain GenAI shows productivity gains at individual level

Generative AI (GenAI) is being deployed by 72% of supply chain organisations, but most are experiencing middling results for productivity and ROI, according to a survey by Gartner. Productivity gains from the use of GenAI for individual, desk-based workers are not...

January breaks temperature records

January 2025 was the warmest month on record globally, despite an emerging La Niña. Typically, La Nina conditions are expected to reduce temperatures around the world – something that hasn’t happened this time around. Surface air temperature and sea surface...

Satellite communication market set to surge

The global satellite communication market size is expected to reach $159,60-billion by 2030 - growing at a CAGR of 9,7% from 2023 to 2030 - according to a new report by Grand View Research. Surge in the demand for satellite broadband services, particularly in remote...

The AI revolution: Which tech companies will profit from it?

Since the announcement of ChatGPT late last year, artificial intelligence (AI) has become the buzzword on everyone's lips. In this Q&A article, members of global investment manager Schroder's public and private equities team - including global sector specialists...

Western Cape’s under-fives carry a double burden of malnutrition

The Western Cape's children under the age of five carry a double burden of malnutrition. While the levels of stunting are lower than in the rest of the country, it is still a concern. Obesity levels in the province represent a "very high public health concern". These...

Eastern Cape SMBs get boost with new digital platform

The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has launched a new digital platform aimed at transforming the way small-and-medium businesses (SMBs) access funding to grow their various ventures, automating loan funding and business support processes. The integrated...

Investors still making money from Bitcoin

The renewed institutional interest in cryptocurrency recently sent Bitcoin surging to a new 12-month high - its price rising above $31 300 in July and putting it on track for its best annual performance since 2020, according to Altindex.com. The latest price jump of...

X marks the spot: Elon Musk unveils new logo for Twitter

Elon Musk unveiled a new logo for Twitter over the weekend. Yesterday (Sunday 23 July), Musk tweeted that he wanted to get rid of the iconic bird logo, and called for submissions for a new one. “And soon we shall bid adieu to the twitter brand and, gradually, all the...

African CEOs identify advanced AI, analytics as success drivers

A new global study by the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value found that over half (54%) of African CEOs surveyed identify customer experience as their highest business priority. They also recognize productivity or profitability as key to achieving their...

Generative AI expected to impact SA companies

Generative AI is set to revolutionise IT, according to Salesforce's latest State of IT report. A massive 83% of IT leaders in South Africa say the role of AI in their organisations is well-defined, a figure poised to grow as 87% believe generative AI, specifically,...

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Direct Pay Online Group acquires Setcom

The Direct Pay Online Group (DPO) has acquired Setcom, which operatesthe electronic funds transfer (EFT) solution SID Instant EFT in South Africa. The deal will complement DPO's comprehensive suite of payment solutions across the continent, which currently includes...

Security skills under the spotlight

In its eight consecutive year, the 2017 JCSE ICT Skills Survey by Wits University's Joburg Centre for Software Engineering (JCSE) says economic pressure, a delay in policy implementation and lack of improvement in South Africa's basic education are key concerns. The...

ESET, Microsoft help disrupt Gamarue botnets

Security researchers at ESET, in collaboration with Microsoft and law enforcement agencies -- the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Interpol, Europol, and other stakeholders in cybersecurity -- have taken down a major botnet operation known as Gamarue (detected...

A new experience for MTN’s Nigerian users

Nokia has been selected to help MTN Nigeria drive its transformation from network- to customer-centric operations and improve the experience for its 52-million customers. Nokia's Customer Experience Management (CEM) solutions deliver automation and intelligence to...

Get up to speed on labour law changes

On 17 November 2017 the Department of Labour published the National Minimum Wage Bill that is set to introduce a minimum wage of R 20 for each ordinary hour worked from May 2018. Businesses need to familiarise themselves with the National Minimum Wage Bill and the...

VMware debuts hybrid cloud platform update

Vmware has unveiled VMware Cloud Foundation 2.3, which will be the latest release of its integrated hybrid cloud platform. VMware Cloud Foundation 2.3 introduces integrated cloud management platform (CMP) capabilities that will provide customers with a simplified path...

HCL, Siemens partner on Industry 4.0

Global IT services company HCL Technologies has entered into a strategic partnership with Siemens on Industry 4.0 solutions, with a strategic collaboration on the Siemens Industry Software Suite. The global partnership with Siemens on Mindsphere, a cloud--based open...

ML drives new investment mindset

Although the average consumer may not be familiar with the concept of machine learning, it's already a big part of our daily lives. Tom Schlebusch, co-founder and CEO of NMRQL Research, a local FinTech player offering South Africa's first machine learning powered unit...

Technology enhances Avis car rental experience

A business model with a customer centric approach identifies business leaders that never stop striving for perfection. As such Avis, South Africa's leading car rental company, places customer satisfaction at the heart of the company. With this top of mind, Avis is in...

Win a Hollywood tour with Vodacom Red

Vodacom Red will put seven of its customers, and their partners, in the spotlight on an exclusive pre-season rugby trip to watch the Vodacom Bulls play the DHL Stormers in Los Angeles. The premier trip for Vodacom Red clients will witness history being made as the...

Software Developer (Power Platform) (Durban)

ENVIRONMENT:A specialized firm in low-code automation and app development, utilizing Microsoft SharePoint and Power Platform, is seeking a Software Developer with a strong foundation in Microsoft Power Platform skills and experience. Based in Kloof, Durban, this...

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We are looking for a creative Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining solutions, alongside proficiency in a broad range of full stack technologies. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web...

Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions

We are looking for Data Engineers to join our team based in JHB- onsite.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with SAS, SQL and Azure Cloud Stack, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the...

Software Developer (Power Platform) (Durban) – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

ENVIRONMENT:A specialized firm in low-code automation and app development, utilizing Microsoft SharePoint and Power Platform, is seeking a Software Developer with a strong foundation in Microsoft Power Platform skills and experience. Based in Kloof, Durban, this...

Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Sandown

We are looking for a creative Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining solutions, alongside proficiency in a broad range of full stack technologies. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web...

Data Engineer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Sandton

We are looking for Data Engineers to join our team based in JHB- onsite.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering, particularly with SAS, SQL and Azure Cloud Stack, and will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the...

C# Azure Developer

We are seeking a strong intermediate .Net (C#) Azure Developer to join one of our project teams. The successful person will be responsible for developing, unit-testing and deploying C# Azure Functions under guidance of an Architect (or senior developer). The developer...

Junior IT Support Technician

Job Ad: Junior IT Support Technician (R10,000 - R14,000) We are looking for a personable Junior IT Technician to provide 1st tier IT support, escalating to 2nd and 3rd tiers as needed. The role requires daily client interaction, managing SLA and ad hoc requests,...

Junior Software Developer

The Position:We're looking for a Junior Software Developer to be based permanently in Sandton. The pay range on offer is between R15 000.00 to R20 000.00 CtC Per Month dependent on skills, qualifications and experience. No further Benefits. How to Apply:For your...

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