Lack of budget for talent hinders security
Despite all the efforts companies and organizations worldwide put into preventing cyberattacks, global cybercrime has snowballed to $9,2-trillion in 2024 and is expected to grow by another 70% to $15,6-trillion by the end of a decade. This shocking figure is more...
GNSS satellite receivers remain vulnerable to cyberattacks
Almost 4 000 global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) satellite receivers were vulnerable to attacks on the Internet in 2024, according to new analysis from Kaspersky, putting both organisations and users at risk. This can be mitigated, the security firm adds, by...
Digital payments are still surging
Covid-19 triggered a boom in digital payments, the market continues to surge, reaching a new record transaction value and more users than ever before. According to data presented by TradingPlatforms.com, the total transaction value in the digital payments sector is...
Self-reliance an accelerated trend in education
Consumers are under significant financial pressure as a result of rising interest rates, soaring inflation and stagnant household incomes. Recent research indicates that many people are cutting their discretionary spending while some are struggling to pay their bills...
EV charging points set to proliferate
The number of connected EV charging points in Europe and North America reached an estimated 3,3-million units, according to new research from Berg Insight. Europe represents the largest share comprising around 2,6-million of these charging points, corresponding to a...
Bridging the digital divide in civil society a work in progress
In 2019, the World Bank dubbed South Africa the world's most unequal country. Since then, people across the country and the African continent continue to face a myriad of daily challenges with a newer form of disparity -- the digital divide -- contributing to the...
Public cloud set for growth, but challenges remain
The public cloud market will top more than $1-trillion worldwide by 2026, according to Forrester's Public Cloud Market Outlook, 2022 To 2026. As this market matures, however, more moderate public cloud growth will be influenced by several factors: intense competition...
AI, ML, robotics could mitigate supply chain disruptions
Technology has always had a significant impact on supply chains. In 2023, it is going to be more important than ever as the "Great Supply Chain Disruption" continues to challenge organisations around the world. This is according to SAPICS (The Professional Body for...
Pollution in China poses new health threats
China is a night-time "hot-spot" for the production of nitrate radicals (PNO3) that could have a major impact on health-threatening ozone and fine particulates (PM2.5) in the atmosphere, a new study reveals. The country has experienced a rapid increase in nocturnal...
Africa emerges from holiday season with low Covid toll
Africa is emerging from the New Year travel season without a significant upsurge in Covid-19 for the first time since the start of the pandemic. A total of 20 552 new cases were recorded in the first three weeks of January 2023, a 97% slump compared with the same...
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Cat S60 now available in South Africa.
The world's first smartphone with an integrated thermal camera, and the world's most waterproof smartphone - the Cat S60 - is now available. The Cat S60 is the new flagship in the Cat phones portfolio. The Cat S60 includes an embedded Lepton Thermal Microcamera...
Sage sets out its vision for the tech revolution
Sage used its Sage Summit 2016 to set out its strong commitment to future technologies, with a focus on new and existing partnerships that power business growth. Revealed during CEO Stephen Kelly's keynote address, which opened the world's largest gathering of...
Bid to improve African aviation safety
Africa has just 3% of global air traffic, and yet air accidents on the continent account for roughly 20% of the worldwide total. These statistics are dominated by controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) events and can be significantly mitigated via Global Navigation...
Better connectivity increases risks
In today's hyper-connected world, where it is possible for businesses and consumers alike to undertake multiple transactions on several devices simultaneously, convenience is enhanced, but so is the likelihood of crime, especially fraud. However, there are ways to...
Genetec upgrades unified IP platform, security centre
Genetec, a provider of open-architecture, unified IP security solutions today announced version 5.5 of Security Center, the company's open architecture, unified IP security platform that combines access control, video surveillance, ALPR, and communications. Security...
Time is money – and labour law is clear on that
The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) sets the fundamental conditions of service for all employment situations, ranging from the domestic to, with variations, the industrial. When it comes to hours worked per week in business, particularly overtime, the BCEA...
Take alcohol out of the equation at work
Alcohol, even many hours after consumption, severely impairs a person's ability to properly operate equipment and vehicles. It is responsible for 60% fatal accidents and up to 40% of workplace accidents. Not a comforting thought when you have to dispense keys to plant...
TEDx Disruptors coming to GIBS
TEDxJohannesburg has announced the speaker line-up for its inaugural TEDxSalon, themed The Disruptors, to be hosted at the Gordon Institute of Business Science's campus in Illovo, Johannesburg on 18 August 2016 from 10:00am - 2:30pm. TEDxSalon is an extension of TEDx...
Xero match for Yoco
Small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can now operate from anywhere with Xero's cloud-based accounting software and Yoco's mobile point of sale. Together they offer complete mobility and a seamless accounting experience with an up-to-date financial view of the...
Samsung launches Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX in SA
Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the availability of the Samsung Gear Fit2 and the Gear IconX locally, the newest additions to Samsung's range of advanced sports technologies. The Gear Fit2 sports band features an embedded GPS and a heart rate monitor...
Cloud DevOps Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are searching for a Cloud DevOps Engineer who specializes in managing, troubleshooting, and deploying solutions on Hyperscale platforms, cloud-based infrastructure, and services across leading cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and...
Business Intelligence Analyst (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Power BI Professional to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in Power BI to drive business intelligence initiatives, optimize data visualization, and empower...
Senior Enterprise Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Senior Enterprise ArchitectOur client in the Financial Sector is looking for a Senior Enterprise Architect to join their team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and drafting roadmaps as the team transitions to modern...
Lead Software Developer
As Team Lead: Developer, Full Stack Engineer the position involves both technical and leadership responsibilities. Preferred Experience: Previous Roles: Experience in leading full stack development teams, with a focus on cloud-native applications.Certifications: AWS...
Senior Java Developer
Are you a seasoned Senior Java Developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated Senior Java Developer to join our growing team.Our client's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance their lives. They seek out...
Investment Cash Flow and Risk Reporting Analyst
Ready to elevate your risk reporting skills into an Analyst role? Is this you?You've gained exposure to cashflow management and risk reporting within investments and you're eager to support business strategy while ensuring exceptional service delivery to clients. What...
Lead Software Developer – Gauteng Menlyn
As Team Lead: Developer, Full Stack Engineer the position involves both technical and leadership responsibilities. Preferred Experience: Previous Roles: Experience in leading full stack development teams, with a focus on cloud-native applications.Certifications: AWS...
Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a seasoned Senior Java Developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated Senior Java Developer to join our growing team.Our client's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance their lives. They seek out...
Investment Cash Flow and Risk Reporting Analyst – Western Cape Stellenbosch
Ready to elevate your risk reporting skills into an Analyst role? Is this you?You've gained exposure to cashflow management and risk reporting within investments and you're eager to support business strategy while ensuring exceptional service delivery to clients. What...
Scrum Master
A leading Pan-African telecommunications company is launching a groundbreaking Software Engineering Centre of Excellence (COE); dedicated to building future-focused digital products designed to empower and revolutionize the continent. This is your opportunity to join...
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