Transport costs keep millions away from work and education

As South Africans face sharply higher fuel prices from yesterday, new Ipsos research shows that transport affordability is already affecting access to work and education for a significant number of people. The nationally representative findings, from the Ipsos...

ID-based attacks rife as phishing, authentication abuse on the rise

Phishing accounted for more than half of cybersecurity incident response engagements in the second quarter of 2026, while authentication abuse was observed in 65% of engagements, according to the latest Incident Response Trends report from Cisco Talos. The findings...

Tech sales under the lash as consumers curb spending

South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is proving resilient so far in 2026, although retailers and brands in the tech and durables (T&D) sector are experiencing a number of challenges. This is according to NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa, which has...

Roman space telescope begins its quest to the dark universe

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has begun a three-month, million-mile journey to its final orbit where it is hoped it will reveal the universe’s darkest secrets. The mission launched at 7:26 AM EDT Sunday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch...

Cyber risk mitigation now a necessity

With a significant increase in both the frequency and severity of cyber claims, Allianz Commercial’s Complex Claims handler, Mukondeleli Masiza, delivered crucial insights on cyber risk mitigation at the recent SNG Grant Thornton Cyber Security Awareness Summit. In...

Digitalisation puts African tech startups in a good position

With digitalisation as a key enabler of organic growth in greenfield projects in Africa, technology startups are well placed to capitalise on the desire of larger and established corporations wanting to move into various enterprise technologies in the region,...

16% of Americans use or own cryptocurrency

In 2022, cryptocurrency is expected to account for almost $35-billion worth of transactions worldwide, up 6,7% from $32,5-billion a year ago, with more than half that value coming from the US. According to new data from AugustaFreePress.com, 16% of Americans used or...

Smart gas meter penetration reaches 38% in Europe

The installed base of smart gas meters in Europe amounted to 45,9-million units in 2021, equal to a penetration rate of 38%, according to a new report from Berg Insight, which says the installed base will continue to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of...

Manufacturers less confident in the face of new challenges

Manufacturer confidence levels remained low in the fourth quarter of the year amid a challenging outlook, according to the Q4 Absa Manufacturing Survey. Overall business confidence during the quarter remained unchanged at 26 points, after two consecutive quarterly...

Fraud surges as digital transactions dominate worldwide

Digital transactions dominated the global marketplace in the first six months of 2022, as the pandemic-driven trend of consumers migrating to online interactions became commonplace behaviour. This is the headline finding from LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Global State of...

African fintech revenues on track to hit $30bn by 2025

As the fastest-growing start-up industry in Africa, African fintech raised over $1,3-billion in 2021 alone. According to McKinsey research, the success of fintech companies is being fueled by several trends, including increasing smartphone ownership, declining...

Mobility-as-a-service set for massive growth

A new study from Juniper Research has found that MaaS (mobility-as-a-service) will generate revenue of $92-billion globally by 2027, up from $20-billion in 2022. Growing by 357% over the period, the main drivers will be the cost and convenience of MaaS solutions and...

Prepare to defend against crimeware and financial threats in 2023

In 2023, we will observe a great demand for malware loaders on the darknet: instead of developing their own malicious samples, attackers will opt for ready-made services with enhanced detection avoidance. Moreover, due to increasing regulations imposed on...

SA wins 15 medals at the BRICS Future Skills Challenge

South Africa's best future-forward digital skills are comparable to those of top candidates from Brazil, Russia, India and China. This is according to the results of the BRICS Future Skills Challenge, an online multi-day competition hosted by China this month. South...

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IP video networking drives access control innovation

Integration between the two most common and active systems in a security environment, video management systems (VMS) and access control systems (ACS), will soon offer security managers a powerful tool to incorporate ACS access and biometric data with video...

Philips unveils 43-inch 4K monitor

MMD, Asia Pacific brand licensing partner of Philips Monitors, has unveiled the new Philips Brilliance 43-inch 4K monitor. Philips designed its new Ultra High Definition (UHD) monitor with the most discerning customers in mind: demanding professionals requiring...

Aspect leads the chatbot revolution

Aspect Software has announced an initiative to accelerate consumer brand transactions and interactions through Facebook Messenger. New research from Aspect Software shows burgeoning consumer demand for messaging-based brand interactions. The Aspect Consumer Experience...

Create a more engaging service environment

Anybody who has ever had to phone a call centre knows the frustration of listening to numerous menu options before eventually being able to speak to an agent. But thanks to the emergence of visual interactive response technology, this no longer needs to be the case....

Extending LANs with ease

With the aim of providing a convenient local area network (LAN) extension solution in mind, Netshield South Africa, a Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa company, has developed its SHEQ compliant APN Case, weighing less than 9kg, a portable Wi-Fi solution that enables the...

Gabsten Technologies achieves Commvault accreditation

Gabsten Technologies, a data management specialist and Commvault Partner, has achieved the Advanced level within the Commvault Authorized Support Program (CASP). CASP has been designed for Commvault Partners to enhance their capability to provide technical support...

Practical solutions needed to mitigate regulatory risks

Today's complex investigation and litigation environments are posing significant logistical challenges for companies. Increased reputational risks arising from bad publicity following a regulatory investigation, prosecution or civil suit is influencing the global and...

Nology offers SMEs Yealink Video Conferencing

Allowing SMEs to improve communication efficiency, increase productivity, reduce travel costs and enjoy flexibility, Nology, the official Yealink platinum distributor now offers its leading video conferencing products to the South African market. There's no denying...

IT needs to transform

Technology is driving change at a rapid rate and business leaders are constantly being warned about digital disruption and how technology is changing the world. However, there is an enormous opportunity for organisations that are willing to digitally transform....

Python Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are seeking a Python Developer to join our team. The successful person will be responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining Python-based applications under the guidance of an Architect and Business Analyst/ Product Owner. These applications may be on...

ERP System Software Assistant – Gauteng Kempton Park

ERP System Software Assistant - Automotive / Commercial Industry - Kempton Park Accelerate your career with a leading truck manufacturing company in Kempton Park as an ERP System Software Assistant in the Automotive/Commercial industry. We are looking for a tech-savvy...

JavaScript Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Midrand

Are you an exceptionally skilled developer looking to make an impact?Join our vibrant Platform Development team of 15 people in an intellectually stimulating environment where you'll collaborate to solve complex challenges on our Developer platform ESSENTIAL SKILLS...

Solutions Architect at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client: This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using...

Mid -Senior C# Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Our client is excited to find a seasoned Software Engineer to join their team! This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to blend remote flexibility with dynamic in-office collaboration. If you're ready to make a significant impact with your expertise, we'd love...

Full Stack C#.Net Developer (PTA)

ENVIRONMENT:YOUR coding talents are being sought by an Insurance Specialist in Pretoria as their next Full Stack C#.Net Developer to maintain and develop their proprietary in-house software stack. The ideal candidate must have 4-7 years' work experience with the...

Junior Software Developer at Ntice Search

Job Title: Junior Software EngineerLocation: DurbanAbout Us: We are a dynamic and ambitious export trading business with over 50 years of experienceRole Overview: As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects and develop...

BI Developer

We are seeking a Business Intelligence (BI) Developer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BI solutions that help organizations make informed decisions. You will work on data warehousing, data modeling, and data visualization tools to...

Developer – OpenEdge at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...

Systems Developer

Join a leader in the Consulting Industry who has reputable clients across various industries in the South African landscape!Our client is a leader in providing services such as Cybersecurity and Access Management, Data Storage, Management and Custom Application...

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