New SteelFox malware targets popular software
Kaspersky experts have uncovered a new and ongoing malicious campaign that exploits popular software such as Foxit PDF Editor, AutoCAD, and JetBrains. The attackers employ stealer malware to capture victims' credit card information and details about their infected...
Vodacom reflects on 30 years, looks ahead to growth
As it celebrates its 30th birthday, Vodacom reports that geographic diversification is driving increases in service revenue and EBIDTA. Shameel Joosub, group CEO of Vodacom, comments that the company now connects 206-million customers and provides financial services...
Sharp rise in cyberattacks expected in 2023
In a constantly evolving threat landscape in which cloud adoption continues to grow and passwords are highly coveted by nefarious actors, attacks are expected to increase sharply in the coming year. However, this is being met with incredible advancement and innovation...
Women more likely to buy now, pay later
Women are almost twice as likely as men to owe money to buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers, which allow consumers to spread the cost of purchases over a number of months. This is one of the findings of the UK-based Household Debt Report by the personal finance...
Tech innovations can boost healthcare access
The shortage of healthcare workers could rise to 10-million by the end of the decade, affecting access to care, inequities and treatment of mental health. A new report published by the World Economic Forum, Global Health and Healthcare Strategic Outlook, offers...
Data collaboration vital in tackling humanitarian challenges
A collaborative approach to data is fundamental to improving global stability and security, according to a new "Data for Humanity" report from Lenovo. The research indicates that companies successfully using data across several business areas are more likely than...
Employees trust robots – to a point
According to recent Kaspersky research, employees in the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa region (META) trust robots in performing ordinary tasks in logistics, transportation, and cleaning. However, they were less willing to trust robots with life critical functions,...
Customer data, analytics a top priority in customer service
Customer service and support leaders cited customer data and analytics as a top priority for achieving organizational goals in 2023, according to a survey from Gartner. In a Gartner online survey of 283 customer service and support leaders from August-October 2022,...
Used smartphones to the value of $99,9bn will be shipped in 2026
International Data Corporation (IDC) estimates worldwide shipments of used smartphones, including officially refurbished and used smartphones, will reach 282,6-million units in 2022. The unit growth represents an 11,5% increase over the 253,4-million units shipped in...
5G will drive connected vehicle numbers past 367m by 2027
A new Juniper Research study has found that the number of connected vehicles in service will reach 367-million globally in 2027, from 192-million in 2023. This growth of 91% will be driven by the advancement of both ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and...
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SA professional wins EMEA workforce planning award
Mithum Singh, head of workforce planning at Merchants, has won the Best Workforce Planning Award for EMEA category at the 2016 ContactCentreWorld Top Ranking Performers Awards in London. Now in its 11th year, the awards recognise the best professionals, teams and...
Verint rolls out cloud for its whole portfolio
Verint Systems has nnounced that its comprehensive Customer Engagement Optimisation portfolio is now available in cloud, on-premises and hybrid models, addressing market demand for maximum cloud flexibility. As part of its strategy to provide customers deployment...
Decision Inc achieves more Microsoft Gold
Decision Inc, an information advisory and execution organisation, has been awarded Microsoft Gold Partner status for Data Analytics. "To achieve Gold Analytics Partner status, organisations have to pass stringent examinations," says Henri de Bruine, GM: data...
Software AG, Dell take realtime streaming analytics to the edge
Software AG and Dell have unveiled a new Internet of Things (IoT) architecture that allows enterprises to perform real-time streaming analytics at the edge of the network, close to digital devices and sensors. Dell's Edge Gateway 5000 Series, designed for edge...
Datacentrix is Gold EMC Business Partner
Datacentrix has achieved Gold status in EMC's Business Partner Programme in South Africa. As a Gold Solution Provider Partner, Datacentrix plans to offer the full EMC portfolio of products across all sectors of the marketplace. "Becoming a Gold EMC Solution Provider...
Technology streamlines FICA, due-diligence
With the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) Amendment Bill due to be passed in the next couple of months, Mark Chirnside, CEO at ThisIsMe, says continuing to invest in measures to ensure compliance as an accountable institution (AI) remains a top priority in the...
Going paperless can make you more money
The environment and saving costs when moving a business to a paperless office are the two most popular benefits, writes Jeremy Waterman, MD of Sage Northern Africa & Middle East. While these two are important, there are many hidden positives that tossing paper can...
Big data, big solution for insurance
News that the UK insurance industry is prioritising big data in 2016 will not leave the South African insurance industry on the hop, writes Robin Wagner, vice-president: international insurance at TransUnion. Thanks to the Insurance Data System (IDS) created by risk...
Strato IT Group debuts mobile business app
Strato IT Group has launched its first mobile business application, StratoPOD. Aimed at logistics companies and their customers, StratoPOD is one of the first mobile business applications guaranteed to offer an immediate ROI with realtime visibility of delivery...
iCAM helps protect and monitor fleets
iCAM Video Telematics has launched its iCAM 852, now allowing fleet owners to stream live videos from multiple vehicles and from multiple cameras. It is a 4-camera mobile CCTV system and is manufactured locally. The iCAM 852 is designed to provide video solutions with...
ITSM Technical Consultant – Western Cape Cape Town
Role: ITSM Technical ConsultantLocation: Century City, Cape TownOur client is a leading Software Solutions company and they are looking for a dynamic ITSM Technical Consultant to join their growing team. You will need to be proficient in a specific technology or...
Pre-sales Networking Specialist (PE) – Eastern Cape Gqebera
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE technical Pre-sales support to various entities for the purpose of promoting and selling products/services for potential customers and existing customers as the next Pre-sales Networking Specialist sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network...
Business Systems Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
Data Engineer
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Data Engineer to join a leading South African banking institution, recognized as a household name in the financial industry. Based in the picturesque town of Stellenbosch, this role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working model,...
Firmware Engineer
Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...
Junior Web Developer (LM)
Design, develop, and implement high-quality, maintainable, and efficient software. Document the functionalities of new and existing software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and design solutions. Collaborate with external clients,...
Data Engineer – Western Cape Stellenbosch
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Data Engineer to join a leading South African banking institution, recognized as a household name in the financial industry. Based in the picturesque town of Stellenbosch, this role offers the flexibility of a hybrid working model,...
Firmware Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...
Junior Web Developer (LM) – Gauteng Pretoria
Design, develop, and implement high-quality, maintainable, and efficient software. Document the functionalities of new and existing software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and design solutions. Collaborate with external clients,...
Senior Software Developer
Seeking a senior software developer with a passion for coding and technology in general to join an agile development team. The incumbent will be experienced in working in a team of highly skilled developers, business analysts and testers to produce and release .net...
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