Big increase in attacks on vulnerable Windows drivers
Attackers are increasingly targeting Windows by exploiting vulnerable drivers and, in the second quarter of 2024, the number of systems attacked using this technique increased by nearly 23% compared to the first quarter, says Kaspersky. Vulnerable drivers may be...
AI, automation can curb data breach costs
The average data breach cost has snowballed over the years causing companies more financial damage than ever and, despite considerable investments in security technology and solutions to prevent cybercrime, the average data breach cost has grown by more than...
CIOs aim for cloud smart deployments
Kathy Gibson is at VMware vForum 2022 - VMware changed the way we know IT today; and continues to lead new developments that optimise business outcomes. That is the bold claim from Ian Jansen van Rensburg, chief technologist and SE director of VMware Sub-Saharan...
Global data centre survey reveals stong industry growth
Findings from Uptime Institute's 12th Annual Global Data Center Survey show an industry that is growing, dynamic and increasingly resilient, but still working to address increasing pressure for sustainability progress and reporting, continuing staffing shortages,...
Nedbank banks on the metaverse
As the digital economic voyage into the metaverse starts to accelerate, major players in trade and industry are poised to develop custom experiences in this digitally-enhanced world, which is being heralded as the future of ecommerce. Leading financial institution...
Self-spreading stealer targets gamers on YouTube
Kaspersky researchers spotted an unusual malicious bundle (a collection of malicious programs distributed in the form of a single installation file, self-extracting archive or other file with installer-type functionality) targeting gamers on YouTube. Its main payload...
SA consumers demand human interaction from banks
While AI is projected to bring in billions for the global banking industry in the next few years, 2022 consumer research conducted by BPO provider, Merchants, suggests that going fully digital may not be the answer for South African banks who want to keep customers...
Credit cards consume less electricity than bitcoin
Visa, MasterCard, and American Express combined consume less than 1% of Bitcoin electricity, according to new data from StockApps.com Speaking on the data, StockApps.com specialist, Edith Reads, says. "Most people prefer cashless transactions. Bitcoin and credit cards...
SASE bucks economic uncertainty with strong growth
The strong enterprise appetite for network and security transformation drove robust growth in SASE related SD-WAN networking and security service edge (SSE) security technologies, according to a new report from Dell'Oro Group. "Even in an environment of macro-economic...
Intel leads in addressing technology shifts
Kathy Gibson is at VMware vForum 2022 - Intel is rapidly changing and innovating as technology shifts to address the global move to digitalisation. "Technology has never been more important to humanity than it is today," says Nathan Reddy, industry technical...
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Multiple new media choices for Kenyans
Ericsson ConsumerLab’s first-ever TV and Media report for Kenya reflects the views and habits of over 13-million Kenyans aged 18-69 who watch TV and video content over the internet at least weekly. According to the report TV ownership in Kenya is 92% but while...
Risk management integral to availability
In the always-on environment, CIOs are under increased pressure to deliver solutions that facilitate round the clock access to data and services. However, they need to remain mindful of managing the inherent risk of introducing cloud and virtualisation services, says...
The Foschini Group finds online footing
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As consumers wind down, cybercriminals gear up
As consumers wind down for a much-needed year-end break, cybercriminals are entering their busiest time of year, writes Doros Hadjizenonos, country manager of Check Point South Africa. A time when consumers are quick to snap up festive season savings and when they use...
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There is still space for printing in a digital world
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Bridging multiple platforms
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Gartner recognizes Verint in new Magic Quadrant
Verint Systems has achieved the highest and furthest overall position for its ability to execute and completeness of vision in the new Magic Quadrant for Customer Engagement Center Workforce Optimization (WFO) report by research and advisory firm Gartner. This...
Local app makes the roads safer these holidays
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Investment in training employees will pay off
In a difficult economic climate, the training and education budget is often one of the first areas of the business to suffer cutbacks. After all, training can be expensive, takes people away from the work they're paid to do and often delivers benefits that can be hard...
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IT Business Analyst
Exciting opportunity alert! Our client, a prominent Financial Service organization in Cape Town, is seeking a skilled Business Analyst for a contract role. As a Business Analyst, you will play a key role in analyzing business processes, documenting requirements, and...
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Senior Security Engineer – Western Cape Woodstock
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IT Support Team Leader – Western Cape Century City
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