Crackdowns alone won’t stop online wildlife trafficking

A new major global review shows that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube are fueling a fast-growing and difficult-to-track illegal wildlife trade. The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Annette Hübschle, a co-author of the study, says closing...

Nvidia’s quarter was bigger than TSMC’s entire year

Nvidia generated more revenue in a single quarter than the company that manufactures its chips generated in the whole of last year. This comparison puts the scale of the result into sharp focus, says deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. Nvidia reported quarterly revenue of...

AI dominates the corporate risk landscape

AI-enabled discovery of cyber vulnerabilities emerged as the most critical emerging risk facing organisations worldwide in the second quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk Report series compiles insights and perspectives from...

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...

Crypto helps drive DeFi market up 137%

After struggling through multi-year lows in 2022 and 2023, the 2024 crypto bull run breathed new life into the decentralised finance (DeFi) market. The surge in crypto prices propelled asset values in DeFi, attracting more users and liquidity. Investors flocked to...

Phishing threats target Telegram Premium

Kaspersky has warned that fake Telegram Premium offers have been spreading globally, targeting users with phishing scams and malware disguised as alternative app versions. These attacks aim to steal account credentials or compromise devices. The scams capitalise on...

Cybercriminals adopt unique tools and tactics in their attacks

Cybersecurity specialist Sophos has released its Active Adversary Report for Business Leaders, an in-depth look at the changing behaviours and attack techniques that adversaries used in 2022. The data, analysed from more than 150 Sophos Incident Response (IR) cases,...

CISOs struggle for support in fighting cyberattacks

"The Mind of the CISO", a new research paper from Trellix surveyed global chief information security officers (CISOs) across every major industry to reveal how they work amid a tumultuous threat landscape, which business functions hold them back, and what they need to...

Something to RapperBot about

Cybercriminals continuously develop their skills and tools looking for new ways to compromise individuals and companies, and Kaspersky's Securelist blogpost has explored some of the uncommon infection methods being used by attackers. Alongside other discoveries, it...

Steady growth for IT services in MEA

Spending on IT and business services in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) - including Israel - will reach $30,3-billion in 2023, according to the latest Worldwide Semiannual Services Tracker from International Data Corporation (IDC). In constant currency terms, this...

SA’s potential copyright calamity

South Africa's Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers Protection Amendment Bill could potentially harm rather than help the creative industry and needs serious reconsideration, write Joshua Leroni, candidate attorney, and Carla Collett, partner, at Webber Wentzel....

Solar and its role in the energy transition

Kathy Gibson reports - The global energy transition ushers in a turning point for the world as wind and solar generation grows by 19% against coal generation's 1,1% growth. This transition is being driven by the global consensus of becoming carbon-neutral, the desire...

Electricity minister outlines plan to boost renewables

Kathy Gibson reports - Government will tomorrow (26 April) announce support for the country's biggest investment in renewables capacity yet. This is the word from Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, minister of electricity in the office of the president, addressing the Solar...

Solar key for clean energy future

Kathy Gibson reports - The solar photo voltaic (PV) industry is a key player in the development of clean energy. This has seen the rapid growth of the renewable energy environment, driven by carbon neutrality, energy sovereignty, and business value. Xia Hesheng,...

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Xerox puts on largest product launch in its history

Xerox has launched 29 ConnectKey-enabled printers and multifunction devices with simple and secure on-the-go capabilities, cloud connectivity, and access to productivity boosting features and apps. The new ConnectKey portfolio transforms traditional printing devices...

Successfully navigating a career change

Considering the ever-increasing pace of digital transformation and how it is transforming the employment and business landscape, especially in today's uncertain economic environment, the prospect of a career transition is becoming a reality that many people need to...

Goal Zero to launch in South Africa

US-based portable power and solar manufacturer Goal Zero will arrive in South Africa in May 2017 via local distributor Wintec Solutions. The first Goal Zero products were developed to fulfil the needs of villagers in the DRC through humanitarian initiatives. The brand...

Nology launches new Yealink T4S IP Phone Series

Nology, the Platinum distributer of Yealink in South Africa, has announced the local availability of Yealink's upgraded T4S series of IP phones, aimed at enhancing business collaboration and improving workplace productivity. The new T4S series includes the entry-level...

IBM launches Bluemix container service with Kubernetes

IBM has announced a new container service on Bluemix, its cloud platform, to fuel the speed and simplicity at which developers can build and manage more secure and cognitive apps. Available on IBM Cloud, this service uses Kubernetes, an open-source container...

Legitimate software is an investment

Many SME owners across Africa believe that pirating their business software is a good way to save money. However, the reality is that purchasing legitimate software licences yields powerful return on investment (ROI) and allows organisations to eliminate the heavy...

HP’s mini workstation targets designers

HP South Africa has launched the Z2 Mini Workstation, created for the design community. The HP Z2 Mini Workstation is three times more powerful than a business-class PC mini, the height of an espresso cup and the epitome of elegance. This device has a recommended...

Faster speeds with Epson Ink Tank System printers

Epson has announced the latest additions to its range of Ink Tank System (ITS) printers, with improved speeds and a new borderless photo printing feature available in the L382, L386, L486 printer models. These advances add to an already appealing range of printers...

Definitive steps to outsourcing a partner

Outsourcing can potentially add value, cut costs, support business growth and enhance customer-business relationships. An impressive list of attributes that sometimes mask the reality that selecting the wrong outsourcing partner can result in the business experiencing...

Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer (Stellenbosch Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Jnr JavaScript/TypeScript Developer is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Custom Workflow Apps to join its team working on a variety of projects and solving complex challenges. Your role will entail designing,...

Senior Microsoft Engineer (M365 & Azure) – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are seeking an experienced Senior Microsoft Engineer (M365 Azure) professional that has a deep understanding of Azure architecture, M365 products such as Intune, SCCM, MIM (preference), PowerShell, and the SharePoint suite. You'll be responsible for designing,...

Senior Project Manager (Mobile App Projects) – Gauteng Johannesburg

Key PurposeTake accountability to lead, organise, plan and control multiple complex IS projects, in a manner that will ensure the successful completion of specific, large and high-risk projects. Has the accountability to ensure that project goals and objectives are...

Senior React Developer (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A passionate Senior React Developer with at least 5 years Frontend experience is sought by a provider of cutting-edge Tech Applications. You will design, build & maintain scalable, high-performance web applications using React and modern Frontend...

Lead Software Developer (C#.NET) (CH1015)

Our client, in the Payments and Lending industry, has an opening for a skilled Lead Software Developer to join their diverse team of C# developers.The Lead Software Developer will form a vital part of the software development team who is responsible for the...

UI / UX Designer at Adapt IT

Introduction As a UI / UX Engineer you will be responsible for developing attractive, user-friendly applications to cater to our clients' needs and support our customer base. In this role, you will meet with the design team to discuss application features and create...

Software Engineer

Our client, a bank-independent Payment Services Provider (PSP), is currently looking for an Intermediate Java Developer (Fullstack) to join their team in Rosebank. If successful you will be joining a major Fintech company and collectively they process over 3 billion...

Network Engineer III

iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities.Join our dynamic team as a Network Engineer III, where you'll leverage your expert knowledge of network architecture to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge solutions. You'll work with the...

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