Stealer malware leaked over 2m bank cards
Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence estimates that 2,3-million bank cards were leaked on the dark web, based on an analysis of data-stealing malware log files from 2023-2024. On average, every 14th infostealer infection results in stolen credit card information,...
GDP figures point to a need for economic growth
Following a contraction of 0,1% in the third quarter of 2024, the South African gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 0,6% in the fourth quarter (October–December). Growth was led by agriculture, finance and trade on the supply (production) side of the economy....
AI ushers in new era of efficiency in India telecoms
The Indian telecom industry is on the verge of a monumental transformation, fueled by the recent recommendations from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI). Consequently, AI is set to become the...
Curiosity Rover faces its toughest climb on Mars
Tomorrow (5 August 2023), NASA’s Curiosity rover will notch its 11th year on Mars by doing what it does best: studying the Red Planet’s surface. The intrepid bot recently investigated a location nicknamed “Jau” that is pockmarked with dozens of impact craters....
Google gives users more control of personal information
Google Search has introduced new features to help users stay in control of their personal information, privacy and online safety. Last year, Google launched the "Results about you" tool to make it easier to request the removal of search results that contain a users'...
Quantum could power oil and gas computations
The oil and gas industry has relied on traditional computers to tackle their mathematical challenges for decades. Despite the significant improvements in the speed and precision of classical supercomputers, they can sometimes fall short when calculations involve...
AMD debuts Radeon PRO workstation graphics cards
AMD has announced two new additions to the AMD Radeon PRO W7000 Series product line: the AMD Radeon PRO W7600 and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 workstation graphics cards. The new graphics cards are designed to tackle mainstream workloads across a range of professional...
Africa’s first AppHaus is open for business
SAP Africa and EPI-USE have officially launched the first AppHaus in Africa. The SAP AppHaus Network is a community of global locations that are driven by SAP and its partners. Each AppHaus is connected through the conviction that innovation requires five ingredients...
Massive growth ahead for blockchain IoT
The global blockchain IoT market size is expected to reach $12,7-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 58,2% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The rising adoption of decentralised applications (dApps) in the blockchain IoT industry...
University reform: No need to reinvent the wheel
According to recent news reports, Minister of Higher Education Blade Nzimande is considering a legal review of the governance frameworks at South Africa's universities in order to stem the rising tide of corruption and mismanagement at these institutions. Professor...
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DCC expands backup, security business
Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has been appointed an official South African distributor of Acronis, a global leader in the provision of data protection and storage solutions. Effective immediately, DCC will be distributing Acronis product range to the local reseller...
Gemalto adds biometric solutions
Gemalto has released CABIS 7, designed to enable law enforcement and other government agencies to perform biometric-based identity searches with an even greater degree of speed, precision and efficiency. In addition, Gemalto has announced the launch of CABIS Core...
How safe is online shopping?
Online retail is a huge business, with an increasing number of consumers across the world turning to the Internet to buy products and services. There are several reasons for this, but the obvious ones are convenience, affordability and range of choice that physical...
Simfy Africa now on MTN’s Bozza network
Simfy Africa is now available on the MTN Bozza network to both post-paid and prepaid customers at a cost of R25 per week or for a monthly subscription of R60 per month. "MTN has always lead the way with our music offerings and we plan to continue on this course as we...
Java Capital is 4AX approved issuer agent
Java Capital Holdings has been approved as an issuer agent/sponsor to 4 Africa Exchange Proprietary Limited (4AX). 4AX CEO Fay Mukaddam comments: "We are elated to have Java Capital onboard as an issuer agent on 4AX. As an independent corporate finance boutique, the...
Sophos XG Firewall improves network visibility
Sophos has announced the latest version of its next-generation Sophos XG Firewall that delivers a breakthrough in network traffic visibility. Using Synchronised Security to obtain information from the endpoint, XG Firewall can identify, classify and allow the control...
Small businesses still cybercrime targets
We've seen a great deal of threats highlighted this year, as well as information leaks, IoT botnets and some very evasive ransomware. One could argue that strains of malware are evolving and cyber criminals are becoming bolder. Ransomware is particularly rife and...
Harnessing the true potential of AI
As we race towards an uncertain future, one thing's for sure: artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay. We cannot know exactly how it will reshape our work, our businesses, and our lives in general, but there are some fascinating and exciting potential outcomes,...
BT announces evolution in ‘Cloud of Clouds’
BT today announced a strategic collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) in a move that reinforces its leadership position as a driving force in cloud services and will help customers fully reap the benefits of AWS in the UK and around the globe. The announcement...
Why Gen Z is ignoring your job ad
Eight seconds. That's all recruiters have if they want to capture the attention of Generation Z, who are about to enter and shake up the workplace. By Heidi Duvenage, head of Sage Talent Solutions Born between 1995 and 2014, Gen Z is starting to enter the workforce...
IT Support Technician (Port Elizabeth)
Technical skills and experience required:3 – 5 years relevant experience required as a Support Technician. 3 years of network support experience required. Implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Hypervisor cluster environments. (Hyper-V and VMWare). Experience...
Business Intelligence Developer – Limpopo Hoedspruit
Power BI Report development and maintaining of reportsPower Apps development and maintaining.Management of several databases, including SQLManagement of group IT, Hardware and software.FarmTrace program management and coordination of development.Controlling and...
Software Tester – Gauteng Kempton Park
Minimum QualificationRequired Minimum Experience requiredBachelor's degree orrelevant experience with atechnical qualification.- 3+ years of QA/Testing experience.- Experience with all aspects of testing including test planning, test design, testexecution, and test...
IT Support Technician (Port Elizabeth) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Technical skills and experience required:3 – 5 years relevant experience required as a Support Technician. 3 years of network support experience required. Implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Hypervisor cluster environments. (Hyper-V and VMWare). Experience...
Technology Architect at Tipp Focus Group
Job Opportunity: Technology architect ?? Location: Cape Town Qualifications required: Relevant Architecture certification (e.g. TOGAF)Principal: 8+ years' experienceExperience required: Proven experience in the design, implementation and oversight of Technology and...
Scrum Master
Scrum MasterRef: SM/NHOS/TBSalary: Market relatedLocation: Sandton, Johannesburg Private Hospital client seeks to employ a Scrum Master. Key Responsibilities: Follow an agile methodology for all the identified delivery objectivesSprint Ceremonies: Facilitate daily...
Senior Python Engineer
Want to work from home?! Our client develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven communication, and platform independence, and build upon an API-driven integration into any open BI software. With KPI-CHAT they take real-time data...
Technology Architect at Tipp Focus Group – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Job Opportunity: Technology architect ?? Location: Cape Town Qualifications required: Relevant Architecture certification (e.g. TOGAF)Principal: 8+ years' experienceExperience required: Proven experience in the design, implementation and oversight of Technology and...
Scrum Master – Gauteng Sandton
Scrum MasterRef: SM/NHOS/TBSalary: Market relatedLocation: Sandton, Johannesburg Private Hospital client seeks to employ a Scrum Master. Key Responsibilities: Follow an agile methodology for all the identified delivery objectivesSprint Ceremonies: Facilitate daily...
Senior Python Engineer – Remote Remote
Want to work from home?! Our client develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven communication, and platform independence, and build upon an API-driven integration into any open BI software. With KPI-CHAT they take real-time data...
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