Hire for promise not proficiency to close skills gaps
Organisations lose out on performance gains when they require employees to demonstrate proficiency in all skill requirements before moving them into critical roles, according to a survey by Gartner. In fact, employees hired based on promise are 1,9-times more likely...
YouTube creators blackmailed to spread crypto malware
Cybercriminals are targeting popular YouTube creators with fake copyright claims, forcing them to distribute cryptocurrency mining malware disguised as Internet restriction bypass tools to thousands of viewers. Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT)...
Online privacy, cybersecurity awareness on a decline
The world's online privacy and cybersecurity awareness is declining, according to new research by NordVPN. Based on 25 analysed markets with the highest numbers of responses, people globally performed best in recognizing various online risks and how to avoid them...
Threat actors get creative, HP study finds
Threat actors are chaining different combinations of attacks together like Lego bricks to sneak past detection tools, according to HP's quarterly HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report. Based on data from millions of endpoints running HP Wolf Security, researchers...
Trend Micro, Interpol take down phishing platform
Trend Micro's close cooperation with global law enforcement authorities has led to another major win after the dismantling of a prolific phishing-as-a-service (PaaS) operation. Zaheer Ebrahim, solutions architect for Middle East and Africa at Trend comments: "Trend...
Surge in global cyberattacks
There has been a 8% surge in global weekly cyberattacks in the second quarter of 2023, the most significant increase in two years, highlighting how attackers have cunningly combined next-gen AI technologies with long-established tools like USB devices to conduct...
These are the top email scams to be wary of
Kaspersky experts have outlined the top four email scam themes and tactics currently prevalent in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa region (META). These scams highlight different social engineering techniques used by cybercriminals, however the objective remains...
Chandrayaan-3 positions India for lunar mining
Now that the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has landed successfully on the south polar region of the Moon, India stands poised to become a leader in lunar mining. Shri Charan Padala, principal analyst in the thematic intelligence team at GlobalData, comments: "Moon's south...
Hybrid working important for working parents
A new study has revealed the challenges faced by working parents in managing childcare commitments during the holidays. The research, undertaken by IWG, shows that almost two-thirds (62%) of working parents find arranging childcare for the school holidays to be a...
Malaria vaccine-drug combination proves effective
The final results of a landmark study published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases confirm that the benefits of combining the RTS,S/AS01E (RTS,S) malaria vaccine with antimalarial drugs in settings of highly seasonal malaria transmission continue over five years. The...
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A chilling portrait of the cyber-threat landscape
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MTN Music+ partners with Nasty C
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Decision Inc merges with Resolve Immix
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Direct Pay Online Group acquires Setcom
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Security skills under the spotlight
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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...
SQL Report Writer at Dananda Talent – Gauteng Johannesburg
JOB PURPOSE We are looking for an experienced MS SQL Report Writer to work within the BPO Support team. The successful candidate will responsible for provide solutions to business challenges and support current business processes and systems within the SOX Group....
IT Systems Manager
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
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
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...
IT Systems Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
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...
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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...
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