From romance to recovery: crypto scams targeting SA
New data from Luno reveals that while crypto-related scams affect less than 1% of the platform’s 14-million customers, scams and fraudulent misrepresentation remain the most prevalent forms of fraud in digital currency. Customers are defrauded in various ways. John, a...
Is AI underrated as a travel agent?
Less than a third (23%) of South Africans trust AI to plan trips, but 98% of those that do are satisfied with this experience – and 83% plan to use it in the future, according to a new Kaspersky report. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an...
Call for better digital rights protection
South Africa should consider tighter legislation similar to a ground-breaking proposal by Denmark to respond to the challenges of Generative AI by ensuring the protection of individual rights and mitigate AI-enabled social engineering. This has become even more...
Turning geography into opportunity: new priorities for landlocked economies
A United Nations summit focused on the future of landlocked developing countries aims to address the persistent barriers these economies face in trade, logistics and investment. UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), led by Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, laid out a...
Legal departments are not realising tech benefits
General counsel (GC) must take three actions to improve legal technology outcomes in their departments, according to Gartner. “GCs and legal leaders often have a poor understanding of what is needed for effective technology implementation and use in their functions,”...
Phishing emails linked to Efimer trojan
Between October 2024 and July 2025, more than 5 000 users - both individuals and organisations - fell victim to the Efimer trojan, according to Kaspersky Network Security. The malware was particularly impactful in Brazil, affecting around 1 500 victims. These attacks...
African countries not leveraging health taxes
As Africa confronts a mounting public health crisis, a simple yet powerful solution is being left on the table: health taxes. While the continent battles the dual burden of rising noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and persistent infectious disease burden, most countries...
Applications open for 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series
Local SMMEs with ambitions to grow are invited to apply for the 2025 Bellville Connect Level Up Series, ahead of this year's Bellville Business Expo (BBExpo), taking place on 28 and 29 October 2025, at the Tyger Valley Centre Arena. Now in its third year, the Level Up...
Trump opens $9trn retirement market to crypto
US president Donald Trump has signed a landmark executive order that will reshape how millions of Americans build wealth by opening the doors of the country’s $9-trillion retirement market to cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other alternative assets. The order,...
Telkom FutureMakers, Aions empower tech startups
High-potential tech startups supported by Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology are gaining the operational support, strategic insight and hands-on mentoring needed to move beyond survival mode and into scalable, investable growth. “This partnership is...
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Agility beats legacy in a digital world
Legacy once stood for trust and authority in financial services. Today, it often suggests outdated systems, slow decision-making and an unwillingness to evolve. As technology reshapes how consumers manage their money, staying power in the market alone no longer sets a...
Crypto trading and SARS: The revenue reckoning has arrived
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially shifted gears in its approach to taxing crypto trading income. By Nicole Erlank, manager, and Tertius Troost, senior manager at Forvis Mazars in South Africa The SARS Crypto Asset Unit, established to monitor and...
TES 2.0 is about meeting labour demands with AI and data
Labour-intensive industries rely on workforce flexibility to stay competitive, however, without the right systems in place, that flexibility can become a liability. By Donné Nieman, sales director at Workforce Staffing The Temporary Employment Services (TES) industry...
How to harness cloud, data and AI – the new engines of progress
When it comes to investments in artificial intelligence (AI), the numbers are staggering. By Christian Klein, CEO of SAP SE “Stargate”, a US initiative to build the largest AI data centers the world has ever seen, aims to invest $500-billion over the next four years....
AI powers a new healthcare vision for SA
South African healthcare leaders are outpacing their global counterparts when it comes to adopting artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in clinical decision-making and exploring the potential of generative AI. By Dean Wolson, GM: Infrastructure Solutions Group...
AI and ally in the evolving landscape of work and learning
Will artificial intelligence (AI) take our jobs in the future? No, but people who know how to use AI effectively just might, the World Economic Forum predicts. By Mosidi Modise, director on the Good Work Foundation’s South African and UK boards And that’s why our...
Agentic AI the next wave of transformative banking
For decades, banks have relied on rule-based automation and conventional AI to streamline processes and reduce costs. These systems, while effective for repetitive tasks, are limited by their rigidity. Agentic AI promises a future of truly intelligent, adaptive, and...
Top quantum computing risks
Kaspersky is addressing one of the most debatable technological challenges of the coming decade: the rise of quantum computing and its potential impact on digital security. In this context, experts have identified the main quantum threats that demand immediate action...
Digital intelligence a catalyst for African growth
Africa’s transformation story is often centred around infrastructure. Cables, towers, devices, datacentres. However, transformation doesn’t start with hardware; it starts with people, with connections and insights on platforms designed to help companies understand...
How to make your business more (fun)dable
In today’s retail landscape, the most fundable businesses are the ones with diversified revenue streams, clear operational visibility, and a proven appetite for growth. By Brent Downard, head of credit at Merchant Capital Running a successful retail business in a...
Technical Project Manager (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:An international and highly regarded organisation dedicated to "doing good" for society, they are renowned for their ethics, upliftment programs and while their tech environment is leading edge, this organisation is ideal for someone who wants to make...
ServiceNow Technical Architect at Parvana Recruitment
What you will be doing:Define, design, and deliver scalable ServiceNow solutions (ITSM Pro, ITOM [Discovery], HRSD, APM, SPM) for organizational and client needs.Collaborate to gather requirements and translate them into ServiceNow solutions.Establish and enforce...
Report Developer (Sustainability) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...
Graduate Software Development Programme (CPT / JHB) at Parvana Recruitment
About our Client:Our client specialises in delivering financial service solutions that empower their clients to achieve their aspirations. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment built on trust and respect. With a team of over 600...
Developer – PYTHON (MASTER) at Parvana Recruitment
Role:Our client develops exciting software using modern tools, techniques and methodologies. Responsibilities:Product design, programming, bug verification, and testing of computer programs for software products and/or customer applications.Researching problems and...
Business Analyst (Finance) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture...
Full Stack Developer (Javascript, Vue.js & PHP) (On-site Somerset West)
ENVIRONMENT:A well-established yet fast-growing software company serving the South African property management market is looking for a highly skilled and independent Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be an expert in JavaScript...
Developer (Security & Automation)
Company Overview:Our client is a leading healthcare organisation dedicated to delivering efficient and innovative managed healthcare solutions. Position Overview: The company is looking for a motivated and proactive Developer who takes initiative and enjoys solving...
Full-Stack JavaScript Developer (Telecom Systems) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Full-Stack JavaScript Developer (Telecom Systems) Join a dynamic team driving innovation in telecom systems development Cape Town (Office-based) | R60 000 to R80 000 per month | Full-time About Our Client Our client is a forward-thinking technology company...
UX/UI Designer – Western Cape Green Point
Cape Town (Office Based) We're on the lookout for a creative, detail-driven UX | UI Designer to help shape intuitive, accessible, and engaging digital experiences across our products. You'll work hand-in-hand with Product Managers and Developers, turning complex...
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