AI to the fore as cyberattackers focus on Africa

Kathy Gibson reports - As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more accessible and sophisticated, we are going to see it playing a bigger role in cyberattacks. Tony Anscombe, chief security evangelist at ESET, describes how AI malware has made an appearance and will...

Global IT spending set to grow 10,8%, hitting $6,15trn

Worldwide IT spending is expected to reach $6,15-trillion in 2026, up 10,8% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “AI infrastructure growth remains rapid despite concerns about an AI bubble, with spending rising across AI‑related hardware and...

At 140 years old, Mercedes-Benz unveils Nvidia-powered S-Class

Mercedes-Benz is marking 140 years of automotive innovation with a new S-Class built for the AI era, bringing together automotive safety and Nvidia’s advanced autonomous driving platform to enable a level 4-ready architecture designed for trust. The new S-Class with...

AI platforms lean towards region-specific infrastructure

By 2027, 35% of countries will be locked into region-specific AI platforms using proprietary contextual data, according to Gartner, which also predicts that platform lock-in will rise from 5% to 35% by 2027. “Countries with digital sovereignty goals are increasing...

Geo-distributed businesses using container development under attack

More than three quarters (85%) of geo-distributed companies in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa (META) region using container development methods experienced cybersecurity incidents in the last 12-months, according to the latest Kaspersky study. These...

Strategy for Africa to unlock tech benefits set

Regulators have endorsed a set of guidelines to maximise the benefits of transformative information and communication technologies (ICTs) at the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-24) in Kampala. The "GSR-24 Best Practice Guidelines" agreed by ICT regulators include...

Expect industrial system attacks to increase

Kathy Gibson reports from Jordan - Industrial systems are under greater threat than ever - and we can expect this trend to escalate in 2023. Kaspersky has identified more than 400 zero-day vulnerabilities since 2016 in ICS, Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial IoT...

Top 5 scams cybercriminals are running amid World Cup

The world's biggest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, kicks off on 20 November and, as well as exciting hundreds of millions of fans worldwide, it's also attracted the interest of cybercriminals looking to make a fast buck. To get a better overview of how...

Gates Foundation commits $7bn to Africa

Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has reaffirmed the foundation's long-term commitment to Africa and to working directly with countries to support breakthrough solutions in health, agriculture, gender equality, and other critical areas....

Epson ending global sales of laser printers

Epson says it will end the global sale and distribution of laser printers by 2026 and reaffirmed its full commitment to inkjet printing for the office. Explaining the decision, the company cites the greater potential of inkjet to make meaningful advances in...

Holiday, weekend ransomware attacks hit companies hard

As the holiday season approaches, security leaders wanting to give their teams some much deserved extra time off may get blindsided - ransomware attacks during weekends and holidays prove to be more costly than those that take place during normal weekdays. According...

HUGSI embraced by more African cities

As the world's cities continue to expand, the value of green spaces is being recognised for the vital role they play, but it is also a major challenge - particularly for developing nations where there is pressure for space, resources and development. That's why, says...

Inflation fuels telecom services growth

Worldwide spending on telecommunications and pay TV services will be nearly $1,6-trillion in 2022, representing a year-over-year increase of 1,9%, according to the International Data Corporation's Worldwide Semiannual Telecom Services Tracker. The latest forecast is a...

Crypto needs serious regulation – deVere CEO

he crypto industry doesn't need saviours, useless meme tokens and absurd bubbles being created by celebrities - it needs serious regulation, says the CEO of one of the world's largest independent financial advisory, asset management and fintech organisations. The...

More News Today

Workplace sensing technology launches in SA

New workplace sensing technology has launched in South Africa that will allow businesses to accurately assess just how much of their workplaces they actually use, potentially saving companies millions of rands. The technology, called Sensor, has already saved a major...

Welcome to the age of ubiquitous IoT

People have been talking about it for years - the brave new world of the Internet of Things (IoT), which adds sensors and Internet capability to everyday physical objects. Predicted to be as transformational as the spread of the mobile Internet, IoT is rapidly...

Vox welcomes first graduates

Integrated ICT and connectivity provider, Vox, is advancing its strategy to bolster its workforce and invest in talent development in South Africa's ICT industry. Vox has welcomed its first three graduates into its national call centre in Tshwane through the programme...

Connecting people without the Internet

At least 3,9-billion people globally do not have access to the Internet, according to recent research from the United Nations telecommunications agency, International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The report reveals that 75% of Africans are offline; a startling...

LG launches new and improved K10 2017

LG has launched its K10 2017 smartphone in South Africa. Along with a 5MP 120-degree wide angle 'selfie' front camera, the new LG phone includes much brighter images thanks to Auto Shot and the improved gesture support. This allows the user to set a three-second timer...

The next generation of consumer classification

Mastering a dynamic brand and customer connection is critical in the digitalised environment where customer experience has replaced customer loyalty as the key focus of organisations. This is according to global information services company, Experian South Africa at...

A cloud business continuity strategy can save your business

Business continuity is imperative for the success of any organisation, especially in a market where customers demand constant availability and where certain IT applications and systems can be as critical as life and death. Downtime is simply unacceptable. Without the...

Red Hat adds NIST certification for OpenSCAP

Red Hat has announced that OpenSCAP 1.2, an open source Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) scanner, has been certified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology as a US government evaluated configuration and vulnerability scanner for Red Hat...

Keeping up with the customer of the future

Understanding what influences customers will help CEOs navigate organisational strategies and transformation according to LC Singh, global vice chair and CEO of Nihilent Technologies. The corporate tsunami is on its way and expected to significantly disrupt the...

Important considerations for cloud security

Forewarned, as they say, is forearmed - and being well-armed for the barrage of emerging cyber threats is essential as you plot your journey to enterprise cloud services. T-Systems' AJ Hartenberg looks at the five biggest cloud security consideration. Responsibility...

Senior Systems Engineer – Remote Remote

Our client, a leading SME in the IT Services industry is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer who is ready to join an outgoing team of professionals.Experience/ Education:Computer Science Degree / Diploma or equivalentMicrosoft certifications or working towards;...

Senior Network Specialist at Paraocn – Gauteng Randpark

One of our clients is looking to hire a Senior Network Specialist on a 12 month contract. Key Responsibilities Seasoned understanding of networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and services.Seasoned proficiency in configuring and managing network devices such...

Application Developer – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client in the Insurance industry, based in Port Elizabeth, is currently looking to employ an Application Developer. An exciting career opportunity awaits you! Requirements:3 - 5 years' development experience (essential).Relevant Diploma / BCom / BSc / BTech...

1st / 2nd line support Engineer

Be a part of a brand-new team that will be the support for users globally. An opportunity to grow your 1st and 2nd line support skills! Apply now!1ST / 2ND Line Support Engineer : Onsite role Experience Required:Desktop support experience.Knowledge MS Office Products...

C++ Developer

12-month contract that will be renewed. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior C# Developer to join our client's dynamic and innovative team.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing C#/.NET applications....

Microsoft Database Administrator

Database Installation and Configuration:Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances and related components.Ensure proper configuration settings for optimal database performance and security.Database Design and Implementation:Collaborate with...

1st / 2nd line support Engineer – Western Cape Western Cape

Be a part of a brand-new team that will be the support for users globally. An opportunity to grow your 1st and 2nd line support skills! Apply now!1ST / 2ND Line Support Engineer : Onsite role Experience Required:Desktop support experience.Knowledge MS Office Products...

C++ Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

12-month contract that will be renewed. We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior C# Developer to join our client's dynamic and innovative team.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing C#/.NET applications....

Microsoft Database Administrator – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Database Installation and Configuration:Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances and related components.Ensure proper configuration settings for optimal database performance and security.Database Design and Implementation:Collaborate with...

Project Managers (x2 Wits RHI)

Main purpose of the job:The project manager/study coordinator is responsible for coordinating all clinical trial activities according to good clinical practice, the study protocol, and the site's standard operating proceduresLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow,...

View more career listings on our Careers Section