Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

Mobile Web traffic hits new high

After peaking at nearly 60% in mid-2022, mobile web traffic took a downturn throughout 2023, slipping to 53%, a level last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic.  However, things changed last year, with more people than ever using mobile devices to browse the web....

Your vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen

Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific...

NASA to test humanoid robot in Australia

NASA’s Valkyrie robot is beginning a new mission half a world away from its home at the agency’s Johnson Space Centre in Houston. As part of a reimbursable Space Act Agreement with Woodside Energy in Perth, Western Australia, NASA plans to use a Valkyrie robot to...

Technology and the future of business

Kathy Gibson reports from Saphila - There has never been a more important time to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). "AI is making headlines all over the world," points out Kholiwe Makhohlosi, newly-appointed MD of SAP southern Africa, opening Saphila 2023 in...

Qbot tops global malware table

The Trojan Qbot has been the most prevalent malware so far in 2023, ranking first in five out of the six months to date, says Check Point Software in its latest Global Threat Index for June. Meanwhile, mobile Trojan SpinOk made its way to the top of the malware list...

Massive growth for genomics market

The global genomics market size is expected to reach $94,96-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16,5% in the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for...

Growth in digital wallets transactions driven by advanced services

The total value of digital wallets transactions will rise from $9-trillion in 2023 to $16-trillion in 2028, growth of 77%, according to a new report from Juniper Research. This trend is driven by growth across both developed and developing markets, as the increased...

Helping South Africans save in National Savings Month

South Africans are notoriously poor savers and the nation's household saving ratio dropped to 0% in the fourth quarter of 2022 - actually an improvement over the trend of the past decade which has been largely negative since 2006, dropping to a low of -2% in 2008 and...

‘Buy Meta Stock’ searches skyrocket 390% after Threads launch

Meta's stock increased nearly 4% last week - reaching its highest share price in 18 months - following the launch of the company's Instagram Threads, dubbed the "Twitter Killer" app. A new finding by UK financial services provider CMC Markets reveals that online...

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Who is behind industrial cyberattacks?

Over the past four months, more than 4 000 organisations globally have been targeted by cyberattacks which aim to infect their networks, steal data and commit fraud.  Many of these companies are leading international names in industries such as oil and gas,...

SA prepares for data protection shake-up

With the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming into force next year, it is important for South African organisations to identify ways to best manage their data. Yet many companies are still worryingly under-prepared for what will be the most significant...

Solar holds economic promise for Nigeria

The people behind one of the fastest growing off-grid solar companies in Africa have said that the mobile solar revolution will transform Nigeria's small-business economy. Access to power is a major constraint for Nigeria's SMEs, and thousands are now using the Lumos...

Acer, Red Bull in content partnership

Acer and Red Bull have announced a global content partnership to bring together the passion both companies share in the world of gaming and esports. With a range of creative and engaging campaigns appearing across multiple media types the partnership will aim to boost...

How effective is two-factor authentication?

Should a password get hacked, it could expose the user to viruses, malware and data breaches on their mobile phones and other devices. Clever cyber crooks have the skills and the tools to easily crack passwords and steal personal information. The default for all user...

Avoid disruption by being the disruptor

Rapid advancement in digital technologies means that market and customer change is outpacing the rate at which companies can respond, and while there are now fewer constraints, there are more variables in trying to plan and invest in new products and services. A new...

HK Express implements Ideagen’s Coruson

Hong Kong's low-fare airline, HK Express, is partnering with Ideagen to enhance safety, security and quality management, being the first airline in North Asia to adopt Ideagen's cloud-based Coruson software. Since its conversion into a low-fare airline in 2013, HK...

Payroll: defining success in a demanding industry

The payroll environment is not for the faint-hearted. It is demanding, exacting and driven by deadlines. It is a career where mistakes can be expensive and missing a deadline potentially catastrophic. For those who work in this industry it is essential that they...

Don’t drown in operations data

IoT (Internet of Things) has been creating a buzz for half a decade. "The information from many IoT devices across their operations offers companies an incredibly accurate picture of what's happening in their businesses and supply chains," reports Morné Janse van...

Tintri extends enterprise cloud platform

Tintri has extended its enterprise cloud platform to Amazon Web Services and IBM Cloud Object Storage. Tintri Cloud Connector enables organisations to integrate their on-premises Tintri enterprise cloud infrastructure with AWS and IBM cloud resources to create hybrid...

Software Engineer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:Our client seeks a Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate should have a strong...

Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior

iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior who will be tasked with conducting deeper investigations and handling escalated incidents. This role involves collaborating with L1 analysts,...

Electron/React Developer (On-site)

Our client, a supply chain intelligence company specialising in automation and analytics solutions to optimise mining operations, is seeking a skilled Intermediate Electron/React Developer to join their in-office development team in Lonehill, Sandton. The ideal...

Intermediate Full Stack Ruby on Rails Developer (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A providing of cutting-edge tailored Transport Service Solutions in Joburg seeks an ambitious & talented Intermediate Full Stack Developer with a good command of Mathematics who will be responsible for developing new features and maintaining a healthy...

Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior – Gauteng Pretoria

iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst – L2 Senior who will be tasked with conducting deeper investigations and handling escalated incidents. This role involves collaborating with L1 analysts,...

Electron/React Developer (On-site) – Gauteng Lone Hill

Our client, a supply chain intelligence company specialising in automation and analytics solutions to optimise mining operations, is seeking a skilled Intermediate Electron/React Developer to join their in-office development team in Lonehill, Sandton. The ideal...

Senior Business Analyst

Calling all problem-solving superheroes! We're seeking a Business Analyst to join our team! If you're a mastermind at analysis, identifying trends, and creating solutions, then we need you! Apply now and let's fight the forces of business chaos together!What you'll...

System Administrator at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Our client based in Rosebank is seeking a highly organized and proactive Risk Management System Coordinator to manage the operational efficiency and data integrity of our custom risk management system, TORAS. This role will involve system configuration, data quality...

Senior Desktop Support Engineer

Desired Skills: Self-starter and self-motivated. Flexible and good teamwork Strong attention to detail Results-oriented Mobile device support Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree About The Employer: Advantageous skills and...

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