AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Africa’s young people want jobs, clean government

Africa’s young people are more optimistic about the future of their countries, economies and the continent than at any point since the pandemic - but they are demanding jobs, cleaner government, safer communities, a stronger political voice and a model of democracy...

Even without data centres, Africa faces water bankruptcy

A new United Nations (UN) report says the world has moved past a water crisis into water bankruptcy – and Africa’s utility numbers already show what that looks like.

Retail brands embrace AI, drive surge in spending

Retail and consumer product executives are dramatically shifting their focus toward artificial intelligence (AI), with a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value indicating that participants’ project spending outside of traditional IT operations...

Key AI trends that will separate leaders from laggards

Three transformative themes will drive AI and data-driven businesses in the year ahead: authenticity, applied Value, and agents. This is according to  Qlik, which draws on deep market analysis to share its outlook for trends in 2025. These trends were developed by...

SA still well positioned to tap potential

Despite the geographic distance, capacity constraints and logistical difficulties, South African trade to the heavyweights in the Northern Hemisphere has increased over the years and remains a key driver in preserving a positive trade balance. "Regardless of the...

Why SA inflation should come down

Schroders believes that South Africa's inflation should come down, and monetary policy should start easing soon. By David Rees, senior emerging markets economist at Schroders Inflation in South Africa has continued to surprise to the upside in the past couple of...

IBM, universities in $100m pact to develop a quantum supercomputer

At the G7 Summit in Japan, IBM announced a 10-year, $100 million initiative with the University of Tokyo and the University of Chicago to develop a quantum-centric supercomputer powered by 100 000 qubits. Quantum-centric supercomputing is an entirely new, and as of...

Position technology as a teammate to unlock productivity

Sales organisations that actively position technology as sellers' "teammate" rather than just another tool will unlock seller productivity and enable high-quality deals, according to Gartner. "A new approach that marries technology advances with the distinctive...

5G and 4G/LTE enterprise wireless WAN to sustain growth

Worldwide revenues for the 5G and 4G/LTE enterprise wireless WAN market (formerly referred to as the 4G/LTE and 5G router and gateway forecast) will reach $5,5-billion in 2027, according to a new forecast from International Data Corporation (IDC). This represents a...

Strong performance from Datatec

Datatec has reported revenue of $5,2-billion for the year ended 28 February 2023. Group combined revenue was up by 12% on the $4,6-billion revenue recorded in FY22. Group continuing revenue was $5,1-billion in FY23, up by 13,1% compared to the $4,5-billion revenue...

BTG reports double-digit growth

UK-based Bytes Technology Group (BTG) has announced its financial results for the year ended 28 February 2023. "I am delighted to be reporting another positive set of results, with strong double-digit growth driven by contributions from all areas of the business,"...

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Next Einstein Forum plans next event

On the heels of a successful Africa Science Week, the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) has announced that the NEF Global Gathering 2018 will be held 26-28 March 2018. An initiative of the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) in partnership with the Robert Bosch...

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3D printer shipments up 16% in Q1

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Two-factor authentication an underutilised measure

Whenever a business considers the security measures it can implement, three options always crop up: antivirus on endpoints and servers to detect and eliminate as many threats as possible; backups to ensure that any data lost in an incident such as a ransomware attack...

IS launches cybersecurity education service

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BT is a 2017 Magic Quadrant leader

BT has retained its position as a Leader in the 2017 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed Hybrid Cloud Hosting, Europe, one of the most influential reports covering the cloud sector. The company has also maintained its overall top rating for "ability to execute" in the...

Oracle signs up Britehouse across SADC

Britehouse was recently announced as the latest digital solutions company to become a globally accredited Managed Services Provider, one of the first SADC-based organisations to attain this accreditation. The Oracle Cloud Managed Service Provider (MSP) Program...

Gintel, DSG partner on African B2B services

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Will artificial intelligence replace our jobs?

Young South Africans are concerned about the impact emerging technology will have on job stability. F5 Networks senior systems engineer Martin Walshaw explores the challenges and opportunities ahead. Rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning...

Embedded Software Developer

Looking for a talented Embedded Software Developer to develop embedded digital communications software components and who understands and can develop in accordance with the international standards and specifications. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...

Project Manager – Free State Clarens

Leading international corrosion protection contractor and coatings manufacturer, has a vacancy for a Project Site Manager for 6 month contract period or until the project is completed.The successful candidate must be able to start immediately.No permanent employment...

Embedded Software Developer – Gauteng Pretoria Region

Looking for a talented Embedded Software Developer to develop embedded digital communications software components and who understands and can develop in accordance with the international standards and specifications. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's...

Senior Solutions Architect

As a Senior Solutions Architect:You are responsible for leading the design and assisting with the implementation of complex technology solutions that meet current and future business needs.In addition to technology components, solution architecture advises on changes...

IT Support Specialist (Tier 2) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, with 15+ years of experience, maintains a startup's energy. They prioritise client and staff relationships, fostering innovation and collaboration in an Agile environment. As a Microsoft-aligned organisation with proven Azure capabilities,...

Data Administrator (Wits PHRU)

Main purpose of the job:Assist with data management activities, IoT, wearables devices and consolidation of medical imagery and dataLocation:PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto - JohannesburgKey performance areas:Intermediate REDCap database...

Senior Solutions Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg

As a Senior Solutions Architect:You are responsible for leading the design and assisting with the implementation of complex technology solutions that meet current and future business needs.In addition to technology components, solution architecture advises on changes...

Data Administrator (Wits PHRU) – Gauteng Moletsane

Main purpose of the job:Assist with data management activities, IoT, wearables devices and consolidation of medical imagery and dataLocation:PHRU – Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Soweto - JohannesburgKey performance areas:Intermediate REDCap database...

Software Developer – Senior (Angular) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client stands out as a recognised expert in automation technology, earning prestigious accolades for their innovative approach. Through the utilisation of state-of-the-art technology, they have positioned themselves as a prominent figure in global...

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