AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

Crypto assets force tax systems to review their policies

The rapid rise of crypto assets is forcing tax systems to ponder if rules designed for a traditional economy can keep pace with technologies that are redefining how value is created, owned and exchanged, Professor Shaun Parsons has told attendees at a University of...

Finance app usage, revenue on the rise

There is a growing trend in finance app installs in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting the region’s strides toward economic recovery following a general rise in inflation and macroeconomic instability. This is among the findings a new report from AppsFlyer and Google....

DFA invests close to R1bn to upgrade network

DFA has invested over R800-million to upgrade and future-proof its national fibre network to address the growing demand for reliable, high-speed internet. DFA is part of the Maziv group, and DFA’s national network delivers connectivity and backhaul for mobile...

As AI enters the workplace, optimism levels are high

Kathy Gibson reports - Employees at all organisational levels recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay and will fundamentally change or even supersede their jobs. But there is a generally high level of optimism about the positive impacts of the...

These myths obscure cybersecurity value

Four common myths are obscuring the full value of cybersecurity for the enterprise and inhibiting security program effectiveness, according to Gartner. Chief information security officers (CISOs) must embrace a "Minimum Effective" mindset to maximise cybersecurity's...

More cyberattacks now target employees

More than 90% of business leaders believe that increased employee cybersecurity awareness would help decrease the occurrence of cyberattacks. The most recent Global Threat Landscape Report from Fortinet's FortiGuard Labs found that ransomware threats remain at peak...

Insider actions cause data leaks

A vast majority (91%) of companies experience data leaks due to insiders' actions. According to SearchInform analysts, who studied security incidents in more than 100 companies, malicious actors are generally interested in technical information (blueprints and...

African nations under online attack

Nigeria, currently ranked 50th worldwide for online threats, South Africa at 82nd, and Kenya at 35th, have increasingly become focal points for cyber threats. This is according to Kaspersky Security Network (KSN), which presented the reality of cyber threats in Africa...

Meta, Apple show different strategies for immersive technology

Meta and Apple this week unveiled their VR and AR headsets Quest 3 and Vision Pro, respectively, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023. Kiran Raj, practice head of Disruptive Tech at GlobalData, comments: "The technology landscape witnessed a pivotal...

Nvidia an early winner in the AI boom

While the current AI boom is only just getting started, an early winner is Nvidia, which on Tuesday 30 May saw its market capitalisation exceed $1-trillion for the first time. For a chip designer with no fabrication capabilities of its own, this is a significant...

Data analytics to reach $302bn by 2030

The global data analytics market size is expected to reach $302,01-billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 26,7% from 2023 to 2030. The data analytics industry is essential for improving...

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3D printer shipments up 16% in Q1

The first three months of 2017 saw both worldwide shipments and revenues in the 3D Printer space increase, with activity ramping up in the mid-market, according to market research firm Context. Shipments were up by 16% in Q1 2017, driven by gains in the...

Two-factor authentication an underutilised measure

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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

Interest in serving the needs of business customers and offering them new communications services has surged in recent years, with providers recognising that even the smallest business can benefit from value added capabilities. The dynamic nature of many African...

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...

Bytes People Solutions wins Huawei award

Bytes People Solutions, a leading provider of skills development, talent management and business process outsourcing services, announced it had recently received Huawei's "Best Service Partner 2016" award. The award was in recognition of Bytes People Solutions...

Brazil makes government procurement transparent

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IoT brings convenience to the home

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Senior Software Engineer

ENVIRONMENT:This company is a dynamic and innovative leader in the foreign exchange and cryptocurrency markets, and they are currently seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer with expertise in the financial and crypto asset sectors to join their team. A BSc in...

Project Manager (Software) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client is a technology-driven organisation focused on developing and managing innovative IT solutions to enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. Their services cover areas such as technical architecture, business...

Scrum Master (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Senior Software Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:This company is a dynamic and innovative leader in the foreign exchange and cryptocurrency markets, and they are currently seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer with expertise in the financial and crypto asset sectors to join their team. A BSc in...

Data Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Oracle GoldenGate Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Oracle GoldenGate solutions to ensure seamless data replication and integration across...

Data Analyst (Credit Risk)

High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Analyst.High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Analyst.The candidate must have a Completed BSc Honours (Computer...

SAP Authorisations Consultant 0951

Our client in the automobile industry is looking for a SAP Authorisations Consultant (Advanced)Product / Feature Team Information (if applicable)SAP Enabling Services (FICORA)ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· Minimum 3 years' experience years' experience SAP...

Data Specialist – Gauteng Midridge Park

We are seeking a highly skilled Oracle GoldenGate Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Oracle GoldenGate solutions to ensure seamless data replication and integration across...

Data Analyst (Credit Risk) – Remote Remote

High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Analyst.High profile credit and financial services division of leading retail group seeks a skilled Data Analyst.The candidate must have a Completed BSc Honours (Computer...

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