AI accountability the new mandate in cybersecurity economics
There’s a critical paradox taking shape around the economics of AI in cybersecurity. While cybersecurity budgets see unprecedented growth, security leaders are racing ahead on AI transformation while falling behind on measurement, justification, and strategic...
Identity attacks in the spotlight
A massive 67% of all incidents investigated by Sophos Incident Response (IR) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) teams last year were rooted in identity-related attacks. This is among the findings from the company’s 2026 Sophos Active Adversary Report, which...
Fibre-led broadband key for SA’s fixed communications
Fixed communication services revenue in South Africa is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4,1% during 2025-2030. Broadband, led by fiber-optic (FTTH/B) and accelerating fibre rollouts, will be the primary growth engine, while fixed wireless...
Africa well-positioned to leapfrog into digital trade
Africa is exceptionally well-positioned to leverage DEAs, cloud, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and strategic partnerships to leapfrog into a more digital, inclusive trade system. This is among the findings of Standard Chartered’s "Future...
AI uptake and digital wellbeing differs by geography
Generative AI is (GenAI) is moving rapidly from novelty to habit. But adoption rates may not tell the full story. Cisco partnered with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on the Digital Well-being Hub to study the relationship between...
Alliance for Inclusive AI aims to build AI that serves billions
BFA Global, Caribou and MSC - organisations whose work spans more than 150 countries - have launched the Alliance for Inclusive AI, an open coalition committed to ensuring that the next wave of artificial intelligence (AI) expands opportunity. By 2030, the Alliance...
Critical industry attackers are changing their tactics
Today, Sophos While manufacturers in critical industries are improving their defenses against ransomware, adversaries are shifting their tactics to maintain pressure. This is according to Sophos’s latest State of Ransomware in Manufacturing and Production (PDF)...
Old passwords increase security threat
Kaspersky’s latest research reveals that the majority of compromised passwords not only violate password-safety guidelines but also remain unchanged for extended periods, which drastically reduces their security. Although passwords still remain one of the major...
Guard against voice cloning this holiday season
It’s the run-up to the year-end holiday season when criminals ramp up their efforts to fleece us and ISPA is warning of the growing problem of voice cloning. South Africa’s official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB) says that, with a 356% rise in...
Micro tech signals the future for heart health
A tiny leadless pacemaker, a fraction of the size of a AAA battery, has been successfully implanted in the chamber of a patient’s heart in a minimally invasive procedure at Netcare Unitas Hospital. Cardiologist Dr Jean Vorster and electrophysiologist Dr Jane Moses...
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Greylisting an opportunity to renew focus on secure financial institutions
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C-suite must adapt to new regulatory accountability
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Digital BPOs could unlock AI-driven efficiency
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From parliament to the public: The domino effect of social media hacks
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Mastercard strengthens collaboration with Paymentology
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iContact BPO Partners with Krisp AI
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The shape of consumer consumption is changing
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Why companies are swinging back to on-prem
Cloud is more expensive than companies expected. According to a Citrix survey, companies are turning back the cloud clock, repatriating workloads to on-prem solutions because cloud introduces security risks, isn’t performing to expectations, and is adding more zeroes...
Senior Information Security Engineer
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Scrum Master – Gauteng Johannesburg
Job Description:The purpose of the Scrum Master is to coordinate the delivery of value through the operational level of the Agile Release Train. He/She will spend much of their time helping team members communicate, coordinate and cooperate; generally assisting the...
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Senior Information Security Engineer – Remote Remote
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Senior Business Analyst
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:Business analysis:Scope definition and/or gap analysis for features as...
Senior Software Engineer
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a rapidly expanding technology company specialising in connected systems and data-driven platforms that support asset visibility and operational security. Their solutions include real-time monitoring tools and companion mobile applications...
Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
Objective of the Role:The purpose of the role is to work collaboratively within your team and across other teams in the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Key Responsibilities:Business analysis:Scope definition and/or gap analysis for features as...
Senior Software Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is a rapidly expanding technology company specialising in connected systems and data-driven platforms that support asset visibility and operational security. Their solutions include real-time monitoring tools and companion mobile applications...
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