Data from Canvas data breach could still be leaked
A recent Canvas data breach saw data from more than 275-million people in about 9 000 schools and universities around the world compromised – and it might still be leaked. ShinyHunters, the hacking group that claimed responsibility for the Instructure data breach,...
Tech integration, talent the key roadblocks to scaling AI in supply chain
More than half (56%) of chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) say integrating AI with legacy systems and processes is a major challenge, and 50% say that they have limited internal expertise or talent to implement and manage AI, according to a survey from Gartner....
Vodacom delivers on Vision 2030 strategy
The Vodacom Group has grown its customer base by 12,3% to 237,3-million customers during the financial year ended 31 March 2026. This includes 103-million financial services customers, including Safaricom. The group delivered ahead of its EBITDA medium-term target,...
Araxi concludes Pay@ Group acquisition
Araxi’s have shareholders voted and approved its acquisition of 80% of the shares in the Pay@ Group, and the Competition authorities have also approved the transaction, which is expected to close during May. Pay@ is a payment aggregator, providing bill presentment and...
AI arms race is changing cybersecurity economics
AI is driving down the cost of attacks while increasing the value of defence, but where does this race for dominance end? Richard Frost, head of technology solutions and consulting at Armata Cyber Security, attempts to answer the question. The cost of attacks is...
SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap
South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...
AI arms race is changing cybersecurity economics
AI is driving down the cost of attacks while increasing the value of defence, but where does this race for dominance end? Richard Frost, head of technology solutions and consulting at Armata Cyber Security, attempts to answer the question. The cost of attacks is...
WASPA partners to host Telemedia conference
WASPA is partnering with World Telemedia to host the Telemedia Johannesburg conference, exhibition and networking program alongside the WASPA AGM and Sports Day. The event comes at a time when sub-Saharan Africa, one of the most dynamic mobile-led regions, is seeing...
Invisible barriers are reshaping global trade
The May edition of the UN Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) Global Trade Update shows that, while tariffs rose sharply in 2025, they have not been the main obstacle to trade over the past decades. The biggest costs now come from non-tariff measures such as technical...
Industry leaders on the cusp of quantum AI
As the supply chain to support quantum hardware stabilises, many experts anticipate that this emerging technology will be popularised and production-ready by the early 2030s. Some assume that means benefitting from quantum now is out of the question, according to a...
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The rising threat of fraud in microlending
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How can the payment ecosystem rebuild its relationship architecture?
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Africa’s data is worth $400bn. We’re giving it away
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Directed Technologies expands connected vehicle platform into Africa
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Pure Electric scooters launch in SA
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ASUS empowers the future with AI-ready solutions
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The hidden cost of cloud complexity (and what to do about it)
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Advancing a unified view of service delivery for the connected citizen
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Data privacy in the age of AI
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Managed optical networks the backbone of enterprise connectivity
As enterprise digital transformation accelerates, a quieter but equally critical shift is taking place beneath the surface: the rapid evolution of network infrastructure. By Brett Van Rooyen, senior pre-sales engineer at NEC XON Driven by the rise of cloud computing,...
Senior Application Engineer (Python Django FastAPI) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Join a high-performing technology environment where modern engineering practices, cloud innovation, and impactful delivery come together in a highly collaborative team. Role OverviewIf you enjoy proper backend engineering, this is the kind of role where you'll...
IT Administrator – Western Cape Cape Town
The IT Administrator will play a key role in maintaining the company's IT networks, servers and security systems in collaboration with the outsourced IT vendor, providing 3rd line network support, and assisting with continuous IT improvementAreas of responsibility...
Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre
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System Analyst (Data)
The System Analyst (Data) will support the Economic Statistics Department (ESD) Renewal Programme by contributing to early-phase analysis, documentation, and planning activities required to progress complex, data-intensive initiatives in a structured and governed...
Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
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System Analyst (Data) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
The System Analyst (Data) will support the Economic Statistics Department (ESD) Renewal Programme by contributing to early-phase analysis, documentation, and planning activities required to progress complex, data-intensive initiatives in a structured and governed...
Senior Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre
JOB PURPOSE Responsible for scoping, sourcing/gathering, integrating and analyse complex financial, statistical and visual/spacial data to provide high-quality forensic evidence in support of the Financial Intelligence Centre's mandate. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS • Data...
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The purpose of this role is to conceptualise, design, and develop software, work on innovative solutions, build working prototypes, and use cutting-edge technology to add value to software platforms.Key Responsibilities:Take ideas from initiation through the...
Senior Data Technologist at Financial Intelligence Centre – Gauteng Pretoria
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Intermediate Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Faerie Glen
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