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.

iStore adds Apple Intelligence training

Apple Intelligence - a personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad, and Mac – is now available. Apple Intelligence integrates generative models into iPhone, iPad, and Mac, offering context-aware, personalised assistance across apps and tasks. It includes features...

Collaboration key for Africa’s clean energy progress

Energy access is undeniably one of the most crucial components of modern living. Reliable energy supply ensures that economies are growing by supporting critical industries like mining, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare and education, while improving the lives of...

3D printer market in flux as world market reacts to inflation

Rising prices, divestures, and currency fluctuations saw aggregate 3D printer unit shipments drop by -4% during the third quarter of 2022, while systems revenues across the same time period rose by +14%, according to market analysts Context. "While great unit shipment...

New spam campaign targets Twitter users’ crypto

Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new spam campaign spreading through direct messages on Twitter and stealing the cryptocurrency of affected users. Users are asked for help to withdraw hundreds of thousands of dollars from the crypto account of a stranger on...

Crypto miners slump amid brutal year

Last year was one of the most challenging ever for the crypto market as trading volume slumped and prices drowned in the aftermath of crypto winter, but one of the most brutal years for the industry has also had a huge impact on the crypto mining companies which lost...

Remote patient monitoring surges as healthcare sector takes strain

The number of remotely monitored patients reached 56,8-million in 2021 as market acceptance continues to grow in several key verticals, according to IoT analyst Berg Insight's latest research into mHealth. This number includes all patients enrolled in mHealth care...

ChatGPT raises red flags by acing MBA exam

ChatGPT, the new artificial intelligence chatbot that Microsoft has invested in, is causing consternation on several fronts: it has already been tipped as an efficient malware writer, and in the latest news has not only passed an MBA exam but achieved a pretty good...

Radical transformation needed for future healthcare crises

Two years on from the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the world's healthcare systems may never 'return to normal' as a perfect storm of underlying challenges and future crises emerge. KPMG's new Healthcare Horizons report warns that systems around the world - from...

Advertising codes aim to protect against crypto misinformation

The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has added a new clause which deals with cryptocurrency products, to the Code of Advertising Practice. The new rules are aimed at protecting consumers from being misled by unethical advertisers and are the result of consultation...

Top priorities for effective chief data, analytics officers

The most effective data and analytics leaders focus on creating business value, nurturing data and analytics talent, and changing culture, according to Gartner. The role of the chief data and analytics officer (CDAO) is growing in influence as it becomes required for...

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Impact of insider security threats on financial institutions

By now, anyone that's involved in IT understands that today's cybercriminals aren't simply computer geeks attempting to crash websites and internet-connected devices from their homes. Instead, they're experienced professionals that identify and execute ways to tap...

Cyber insurance offers strategic advantages

Keeping an organisation's most valuable assets secure over an array of networks and connections is a collaborative and complex process, involving and impacting on all aspects of the business. In addition, despite increasingly strong security measures, breaches still...

Founding member of Jasco retires

After 40 years of service, Sir John Alfred Sherry, founder and independent non-executive director of Jasco is retiring as a board member and will be emigrating permanently to Malta. His involvement within the group is not entirely over as he will be consulting to...

Aruba HPE debuts developer-ready mobile first platform

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has announced the Aruba Mobile First Platform, a software layer that uses application programming interfaces (APIs) to provide third-party developers and business leaders network insights to improve applications and...

Dell EMC combines DSSD, PowerEdge for SAS analytics

Dell EMC has announced the new Dell EMC DSSD D5 Rack-Scale Flash solution leveraging Dell EMC PowerEdge R730 servers. This optimal solution for SAS applications delivers game-changing performance for SAS 9 analytics, enabling customers to take full advantage of new...

SAP receive global gender equality certification

SAP has become the first multinational technology company to be awarded the worldwide Economic Dividends for Gender Equality (EDGE) certificate, recognising its global commitments and actions in achieving and sustaining gender diversity and equality in the workplace....

Nominations open for 2017 Red Hat Innovation Awards

Red Hat is accepting nominations for the 2017 Red Hat Innovation Awards. Since 2007, the Red Hat Innovation Awards have recognized Red Hat's global customers and partners for the transformative projects and outstanding results they have experienced with Red Hat's open...

HP debuts new A3 printing portfolio

HP Inc has introduced an expansive line of powerful A3 multifunction printers (MFPs) designed to disrupt the traditional $55-billion A3 copier category. Highlights of HP's A3 MFP technology breakthroughs include: * 16 new next-generation HP PageWide and LaserJet...

KDS Direct launches e-commerce solution

KDS Direct, the first Kyocera Document Solutions online store of its kind in South Africa recently rolled out its fresh new e-commerce website providing a platform to rent or purchase office automation solutions online. The website is designed to help decision makers...

Pinnacle opens Huawei Experience Centre

Pinnacle has opened a Huawei Experience Centre at its head office in Midrand. This platform was specifically built in partnership with Huawei SA in order to facilitate a hands-on hardware experience for all Pinnacle customers interested in the enterprise space. The...

Full Stack Developer (PWD) – Gauteng Pretoria Region

JOB PURPOSE To provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to architectural design, and drive the implementation of complex software solutions....

Middle Front-End Developer (Remote) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:A specialist consultancy focused on developing competitive software and data visualization solutions is seeking a Front-End Developer. This role involves finding innovative ways to use technology to support the growth of their clients' businesses....

Data Analyst at Square 1 Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

A fast growing insurance, assurance and risk financing house that offers data driven solutions to its clients is looking for a strong and ambitious data analyst to join their team. If you have a completed 3 year degree and 3 - 5 years experience in data or financial...

Intermediate to Senior Java Developer at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng

Reverside is an IT services provider; we are always looking for professional candidates to join our team in Software Development, providing opportunities to work on exciting projects, within our well-established client base. We are looking for an Intermediate Java...

QC Tester – Remote Remote

Multinational enterprise software company is seeking a QC Tester to join their team for a 6 month contract. The QC testing services required is to ensure the application meets quality standards and performs as expected in production. The testing will be conducted to...

Data Scientist (Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:A software engineering and data science consultancy based in Johannesburg is seeking a Data Scientist to join their South African team. They work with some of the largest enterprises in Africa, as well as a diverse range of SMEs and startups. The ideal...

Software Developer / Data Engineer

The ideal candidate will be someone who is quite proficient with power bi reporting and uses C# and JavaScript. RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, and maintain web applications.Develop Power BI embedded reports for our...

Test Analyst at STS

We need a very strong Test Analyst with understanding of test techniques, test coverage, test case design, test coverage, reporting, defect management.Insurance domain knowledge would be great.Experience working on large projects with multiple upstream and downstream...

Data Scientist

Hybrid Data Scientist position open for a highly motivated and skilled professional in Cape Town. Ideal candidate must have deep technical expertise and enjoy complex problem solving. Key Requirements Degree candidates take first preferenceMinimum of 4+ years in Data...

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