AI dominates the corporate risk landscape

AI-enabled discovery of cyber vulnerabilities emerged as the most critical emerging risk facing organisations worldwide in the second quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk Report series compiles insights and perspectives from...

AI misinformation is accelerating Africa’s risk landscape

As misinformation, cybercrime, health emergencies, civil unrest, extreme weather and infrastructure disruption become progressively interconnected across Africa, organisations are under growing pressure to distinguish fact from fiction before uncertainty escalates...

Business leaders bet big on robots, but few are ready

Robotics is no longer a bet on the future - it's a plan for the next five years – but according to new research from Intel, most organisations are moving faster than their operating models can support. The new study – The Robotics Readiness Gap - finds a stark...

Hubble solves merger mystery from Milky Way’s early years

Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way galaxy in the earliest phases of its...

The Hyprop MTN Shift winners are

…The Hyprop MTN Shift Gaming Experience 2024 reached a climax at Canal Walk Shopping Centre, Cape Town, from Wednesday 11 September to Sunday 15 September, with the top players battling for supremacy. With eight qualifiers held across the country in the participating...

Home Affairs adds detail to digitisation plan

Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber has outlined a five-year plan to digitise the department. Schrieber has previously announced his intention make Home Affairs digital-first, with the so-called Home Affairs @ home creating an environment where citizens will be able...

IoT: focus on the outcomes

While many believe that the Internet of Things (IoT) as a network of technology solutions can solve several real-world problems, the adoption thereof in Africa has been limited to a handful of industries to date and it has been slower than anticipated. According to...

Investment in digital transformation critical to remain relevant

With IT enmeshed in every facet of a business, CIOs believe that their organisations must continue to invest in digital transformation to remain relevant. At the same time, the role of the CIO has become increasingly important within a business, with CIOs being asked...

We need to act now to stop AI from deepening inequities

Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex - Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a reality in business and society, but we should be doing more to ensure whole sections of the planet's population are not left behind or marginalised as it becomes mainstream. Maya...

September’s ‘Most Wanted’ malware

Check Point Research (CPR) has published its latest Global Threat Index for September 2022 which indicates that while Formbook is still the most prevalent malware - impacting 3% of organisations worldwide - Vidar is now in eighth position, up seven places from August....

Contact centres take CX into the future

Kathy Gibson reports from Gitex - As the business landscape shifts, the contact centre is becoming more important to businesses looking to leverage cloud computing and advanced analytics to redefine the customer experience they offer. Todd Zerbe, senior...

Cyberthreats pose risks to food security in Africa

When it comes to the digitisation of agriculture, countries across sub-Sahara Africa are at varying stages of technology adoption and transformation. But even though smart technology is increasingly used to make agriculture more efficient, there are risks when it...

Ethereum network revenues down 85% in Q3

Ethereum's revenues have taken a massive hit, plunging 85% in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same period last year. The Ethereum network generated $274,1-million in revenue during the third quarter of this year, according to a StockApps.com data...

UCT leaps up 23 places in global rankings

The University of Cape Town (UCT) climbed 23 places and retained its top spot on the continent in this year's World University Rankings published by Times Higher Education (THE). The university now sits at 160th globally, up from 183rd place in 2021. The latest...

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Transparency in the broker channel for effective risk assessment

Insurance brokers are a traditional part of the channel for the sale of short-term and life insurance products to customers. Typically, their financial advisors develop relationships with consumers and assist them with managing their insurance requirements, writes...

The next generation of enterprise IT

Jason Dover, director of product line management, KEMP Technologies, looks at how startups and microservices are shaking up the world of enterprise IT and how the traditional industry player are responding. In today's technology ecosphere, small, nimble service and...

Local tech company opens its doors for global #3dprintingday

3D printing company CAD House is opening its doors to the general public on 3 December 2015 as part of a global initiative called Global 3D Printing Day. CAD House is an authorised distributor and service agent of 3D printing equipment, 3D scanners and related...

Double profitability with cloud ERP

Cloud ERP has gained favour over the past several years at the expense of the traditional on premise deployment models. This is particularly true for midmarket companies where cloud solutions can provide significant benefits due to their low cost, scalability,...

How to minimise the security threat

Very few people escape the unpleasant experience of being defrauded at least once in their lifetime, but how you react to it can minimise the damage it causes to your psyche and your wallet. There are many different ways fraudsters can dip into your pockets, and with...

Meeting Millennials’ workplace expectations

Around half of South Africa's people are aged under 25 and they are reshaping the working world with their new expectations of workplace technology. Businesses that want to make the most of millennials in their workforce need to ensure that they give young...

NetApp extends data protection across hybrid cloud

NetApp has announced new solutions, services, and partnerships that provide customers with the enterprise data protection that they need to confidently embrace the hybrid cloud. The new offerings extend NetApp's Data Fabric vision, which helps organisations reduce...

Intel Security presents new strategy

Intel Security has unveiled its new corporate strategy aimed at enabling businesses around the globe to more aggressively and effectively defend against data breaches and targeted attacks. Through a more integrated and more open security system that unifies the key...

SAP Learning Hub gives Richfield students the edge

To meet the growing demand for market-ready graduates in the IT industry, Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology has partnered with SAP to offer its students a range of practical courses from SAP's Learning Hub, a self-contained, all-inclusive online learning...

Gemalto completes Guinea voter registration

Gemalto has managed a comprehensive modernisation of Guinea's voter register on behalf of CENI, the National Independent Electoral Commission in the country. This included the use of 2 500 units of the Coesys Mobile Enrollment station, a portable biometric citizen...

Support Engineer

This position requires troubleshooting, problem-solving and technical skills using various diagnostic tools. In addition, strong interpersonal skills are required to guide customers through situations, providing customer satisfaction. This may often be under...

Senior SQL Developer- Fully Remote (CH1031)

Our client, offering loyalty programs to retailers, is looking for a Senior SQL Developer to join their team. The purpose of the role is to assist with a re-write of their system, migrating data from Oracle to Microsoft SQL. The candidate will work closely with the...

Senior Project Manager at Datonomy Solutions

We are seeking a senior Project Manager to join our team- hybrid.The successful candidate will be responsible for project managing the execution of:The strategic disintegration of designated businesses within the operating segment. This role will involve close...

ICT NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST

To serve as a shield to safeguard devices and services from malicious attacks orchestrated by hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals, including shielding the organisation against phishing schemes, ransomware attacks, identity theft, data breaches, and potential...

ICT NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST – Gauteng Pretoria North

To serve as a shield to safeguard devices and services from malicious attacks orchestrated by hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals, including shielding the organisation against phishing schemes, ransomware attacks, identity theft, data breaches, and potential...

Senior React Native Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Our clients are seeking a Senior React Native Developer with a passion for innovation and growth to work with their rapidly growing team on exciting projects for a variety of global and local brands. Key Requirements React Native Expo 5+ yearsTypescript JavaScript JSX...

Business Analyst – Gauteng Pretoria

CONTRACT POSITION - 12 MONTHS - TSHWANE - BUSINESS ANALYSTOur client in the centre of Pretoria has a contract vacancy for a Business analyst on a 12 month contract. Knowledge of financial markets an advantage.PLEASE NOTE THAT NO CV WILL BE KEPT FOR FUTURE USE. IF YOU...

Senior Project Manager – KwaZulu-Natal KwaZulu-Natal

Scope of Work for Senior Project Manager – SAP ExperienceSenior Project Manager with experience in managing multiple digital technology projects concurrently and SAP implementation. Experience must include working with complex projects that used a combination of a...

Senior Systems Engineer

Our client, a leading SME in the IT Services industry is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer who is ready to join an outgoing team of professionals.Experience/ Education:Computer Science Degree / Diploma or equivalentMicrosoft certifications or working towards;...

Senior Network Specialist at Paraocn

One of our clients is looking to hire a Senior Network Specialist on a 12 month contract. Key Responsibilities Seasoned understanding of networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and services.Seasoned proficiency in configuring and managing network devices such...

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