Beware the gap between perceived AI readiness and DR capability

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) data protection is seen as a high priority when implementing AI solutions – but a survey of senior IT decision-makers has revealed a gap between perceived readiness and tested, validated disaster recovery capability. This is among the...

As cost pressures mount, consumers shift spend to essentials

South African consumers are adjusting their financial behaviour in response to ongoing cost pressures, with TransUnion's Q1 2026 Consumer Pulse Study revealing meaningful shifts in how households spend, save and manage credit. While many households remain under...

Memory and SSD shortage set to impact SA

The memory and SSD crisis is real – and it’s broader and faster‑moving than many in the IT industry expect. This is the stark warning from Craig Nowitz, CEO of Syntech, who recently returned from the Hong Kong electronics shows and a week of factory visits in China....

Your next smartphone could be powered by a recycled toaster

For the past 20 years, the consumer electronics playbook has been simple: make it smaller, make it faster, and seal it shut. Manufacturers utilised industrial adhesives, proprietary screws, and integrated designs to create sleek devices that were virtually impossible...

AI skilling among major risks for SA employers

Organisations in South Africa face a range of employee-related risks which could, if left unaddressed, have a dramatic impact on their future success. A global report from Mercer Marsh Benefits, People Risk 2024, draws on the views of 4 575 human resources (HR) and...

SolarAfrica breaks ground on solar farm

Independent power producer SolarAfrica Energy has broken ground on its first utility-scale solar farm based in the Northern Cape. Phase 1 of the SunCentral project will total around 342MW in generation capacity, with Phases 2 and 3 bringing the total size to 1GW and...

Crypto collapse and rising smart attacks define security landscape

During Q2 2022, distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks reached a new level as the share of smart attacks and average duration saw steep increases. Compared to the previous year, the average duration of a DDoS attack rose 100 times, reaching 3 000 minutes. The...

Router security flaws hit record levels

Router vulnerabilities have surged to record heights in the past few years, according to data presented by Atlas VPN. It is argued that routers have received more attention due to the increase in remote work, which opens up the possibility for hackers to breach...

Consumers will welcome extended data rollover

With food and transport costs on the rise in South Africa, it's imperative that the Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA) moves swiftly to finalise pro-consumer amendments to its End-User and Subscriber Service Charter (EUSSC) Regulations. The Internet...

Blockchain jobs lead in the move to remote working

More than one-third (36%) ofb lockchain-related advertised positions are remote-based - more than the projected global average of 16% across employment sectors. Speaking on the research by BanklessTimes.com, CEO Jonathan Merry says: "The decentralised nature of...

Wealthy investors look to digital assets

According to Tradingplatforms.com, 71% of 2973 HNWIs (high net worth individuals) polled globally have invested in digital assets. The survey interviewed people with a net worth ranging from $1-million to $30-million, with 54% in the first group and 46% in the second....

MTN named the most valuable brand in SA

MTN has emerged as the Most Valuable Brand in SA for 2022 in the Kantar BrandZ ranking, after increasing its brand value by 85% to $3,7-billion year-on-year. The increase in brand value has seen MTN SA jump four places to rank number one for the first time. MTN was...

Enhanced vRAN capabilities demonstrated on a global scale

As the mobile industry looks beyond today's traditional radio access networks (RAN) underpinned by purpose-built hardware, a growing number of mobile operators are embracing virtualised RAN and an open ecosystem supported by general purpose hardware. The reason is to...

TymeBank to acquire fintech SME funder

TymeBank has set in motion the acquisition of Retail Capital, a fintech company that provides funding to small and medium-sized businesses in South Africa. The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory approvals, would see Retail Capital become a division of...

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Nature’s Choice chooses Epicor ERP

Nature's Choice has chosen Epicor ERP, the next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, to streamline processes and allow better transparency of business data to support growth. With humble beginnings in a pantry in 1985, Nature's Choice was founded as...

Riverbed acquires SD-WAN provider Ocedo

Application performance infrastructure company Riverbed Technology has acquired Germany-based Ocedo, a leading provider of software-defined networking and SD-WAN (software-defined wide-area-network) solutions. The acquisition furthers Riverbed's strategy to deliver...

SA bank uses tech to counter money-laundering

A mid-size South African bank has deployed Fico Tonbeller's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solution from Bateleur Software for regulatory compliance purposes, as well as its obligation to customers, and to ensure parity with AML and counter terrorism financing (CTF)...

Don’t skimp on cyber security

With cyber risks increasing daily, and threats evolving to evade even the most advanced security measures, executives must avoid skimping when it comes to the IT security budget. So says Simon Campbell-Young, CEO of Phoenix Distribution, adding that when you look at...

Redstor partners confident about the future

Cloud-based backup and online disaster recovery company Redstor, global leader in, recently hosted an event that examined the value of cloud and its implications for service providers and the modern enterprise. The day covered a variety of topics, not least of which...

Huawei B315 LTE WiFi router available in SA

With so much of our daily lives being spent on multiple smart devices - both for work and leisure - reliable, fast connectivity has become more important than before. "People want great connectivity for their devices, not only at the office, but at home too," says...

Eliminate dead zones in your household

With a range of fast, powerful internet solutions for home and business use, Linksys high-powered product selection ensures internet connectivity at the touch of a button. Currently available in South Africa these products include a portfolio of wireless modem routers...

Barclays Africa opens CT Rise innovation hub

Barclays Africa officially opened its Rise innovation hub in Cape Town's Bandwidth Barn yesterday, providing Africa's innovators and start-ups with a physical location to facilitate collaboration and fintech  (financial-technology) innovation. Created by Barclays,...

Trend leads in security for sixth year

Trend Micro has once again affirmed its leadership in the global server security market, according to industry analyst firm IDC. In a market sized at over $800-million in 2014, Trend Micro has grown its revenue share for server security to 30,3%, outpacing both the...

RS Components debuts ARM mbed platform

RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents, is strengthening its ARM mbed portfolio with the latest mbed innovations for connected, low-power, security-conscious projects. The mbed OS addresses key Internet of Things (IoT) development challenges, and...

CNC Programmer , Setter & Operator

A dynamic manufacturing organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a CNC Programmer / Setter with extensive experience working on lathe machinery and 5 years' experience in a similar role.Minimum RequirementsMatricFormal Trade as a Fitter & Turner,...

Data Engineer

We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Cape Town based team. The successful person must be based in Cape Town as there will be a requirement to go into the office 3 times per week. This will be for an initial 12 month contract. The purpose of this position is...

Cloud Engineer

Details of Role:Implement and manage FinOps practices to optimize cloud spending and improve cost efficiency.Conduct regular cost analysis, identify cost drivers, and recommend optimisation strategies.Utilise Native Azure services for building and managing cloud...

Cloud Database Engineer – Gauteng Menlyn

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of automotive technology? Our client is seeking a skilled Cloud Database Engineer to join their dynamic team! ??? Essential Skills Requirements: Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM)...

CNC Programmer , Setter & Operator – Gauteng Gauteng

A dynamic manufacturing organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a CNC Programmer / Setter with extensive experience working on lathe machinery and 5 years' experience in a similar role.Minimum RequirementsMatricFormal Trade as a Fitter & Turner,...

Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

We're looking for a Data Engineer to join our Cape Town based team. The successful person must be based in Cape Town as there will be a requirement to go into the office 3 times per week. This will be for an initial 12 month contract. The purpose of this position is...

Cloud Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein

Details of Role:Implement and manage FinOps practices to optimize cloud spending and improve cost efficiency.Conduct regular cost analysis, identify cost drivers, and recommend optimisation strategies.Utilise Native Azure services for building and managing cloud...

Intermediate C# Software Developer

Hire Resolve's client is seeking to hire a skilled C# full stack software developer to help with the development of their current projects. Your duties will primarily revolve around building software by writing code, as well as modifying software to fix errors, adapt...

Technical Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment

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...

Intermediate Java Developer

We are seeking an Intermediate Java Developer to join our Enterprise Architecture Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for translating CRS and PRS into executable code, ensuring the application performs as required, and releasing source code with zero...

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