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...

Partnering, AI can help combat insurance fraud

Partnering is vital for insurers to ensure they are able to effectively combat fraud. This is one of the messages to come out of the Insurance Crime Bureau (ICB) conference, held under the theme of "Breaking Barriers & Building Bridges for the Future". It saw more...

Microprocessor market on track for $196,5-billion by 2030

The global microprocessor market size is projected to reach $196,5-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Moreover, the global microprocessor market volume is projected to reach 3,9-billion units...

Kaspersky advocates for critical infrastructure to be secure by design

Kathy Gibson reports from Jordan - Organisations around the world are being attacked by more sophisticated criminal gangs developing complex cyberattacks that are difficult to protect against. At the same time, they are expanding their field of operations to industry...

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...

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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...

How to keep IoT devices safe

The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly taking off as people and businesses connect everything from their cars, to their home automation systems, and to the Internet. These devices are starting to change how we live and work - allowing us to track our heart rates and...

Transform the call centre with social media

Digital technology is fast transforming the service providers and communications contact centre industry. Social media engagement has already risen by 23% and phone transactions handled by call centres has dropped by 12%, according to Dimension Data's 2016 Global...

Orange opens in Burkina Faso

Orange has launched its brand in Burkina Faso, less than one year after the closing of its acquisition of Airtel and the launch of Orange Côte d'Ivoire. Orange will pursue its development in mobile financial services and 3.75G mobile Internet, where it was the first...

Fujitsu launches nVidia-powered VR-ready workstations

Enabling an new level of creativity and visualisation in the workplace, Fujitsu has introduced two new virtual reality-ready (VR) workstations powered by the latest nVidia professional graphics cards. Joining the Fujitsu line-up of VR-ready workstations are the...

TerraPay GSMA on standardised mobile money APIs

TerraPay, a mobile-first international payment network, has been working with the GSMA to ensure TerraPay compatibility with the recently-rolled out standardized mobile money APIs. TerraPay will provide support by providing a staging environment for the new GSMA...

Partnering brings cloud to fruition

Kathy Gibson reports from CeBit in Hannover - There is huge opportunity in enterprise communication in connecting people, things and processes. These connections need to be pervasive, natural, on-demand and intelligent, says Simon Dai, chief technology officer:...

Getting the best out of BI

In an increasingly competitive market, insurers must use business intelligence (BI) to differentiate themselves in the digital age. But how best can the effectiveness of such a solution be measured? Kelly Preston, data analytics manager at SilverBridge, discusses how...

Digital civility starts at grassroots

Like the humble spreadsheet before it, the Internet is one of the most transformative technologies in history, writes Angela Schaerer, teacher engagement lead for Microsoft South Africa. It functions as the platform through which any sized businesses can market and...

BT improves parking attendants’ working lives

Until recently, parking attendants had a tough time patrolling the streets of Amsterdam. They'd meet aggressive - sometimes violent - reactions from ticketed drivers. That put a serious strain on their health, resulting in high absenteeism. Now, thanks to digital...

Fintech Lead – Gauteng Johannesburg

Are you the fintech innovator we've been searching for? We're looking for a Fintech Lead to push the boundaries of financial technology and create solutions that dazzle. If you can envision the future of finance and have the skills to bring it to life, apply now and...

Power BI Data Analyst – Remote Remote

Role:Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Power BI Data Analyst to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing business intelligence solutions using Microsoft Power BI. This role involves working closely with...

Data Engineer

Urgently seeking a Data Engineering for a vital role in building and maintaining infrastructure for optimal data extraction, transformation, and loading. Remote working option available. Key Requirements Degree preferredETL Process experienceData Integration...

Senior Business Analyst

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Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

CONTRACT POSITION 12 MONTHS - CENTRE OF TSHWANEFINANCIAL BACKGROUND. SNR BUSINESS ANALYST.Our client in the Centre of Pretoria has a vacancy for a Senior Business Analyst for a 12 month contract.The main purpose of these BAs is to conduct end-to-end business analysis...

Business Analyst – Remote Remote

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