Digital, AI, crypto-led payments set to transform SA shopping

South African consumers are increasingly embracing innovative payment technologies such as digital wallets, artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency, according to new survey data from Visa. “While traditional payment methods continue to play an important role –...

AI-driven attacks escalate as basic gaps leave enterprises exposed

Cybercriminals are exploiting basic security gaps at dramatically higher rates, now accelerated by AI tools that help attackers identify weaknesses faster than ever. According to IBM’s 2026 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index, there has been a 44% increase in attacks...

Talent, technology, governance drive growing AI adoption gap

The gap between AI early adopters and also-rans is growing as AI leaders race ahead. This is among the headline findings from a global study examining how executives perceive the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) across regions, industries, and...

AI platform investments will push ICT spend to $4trn in 2026

Global spending on information and communications technology (ICT) is forecast to reach $4-trillion in 2026 and surpass $6-trillion by 2029, according to the latest update of the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide ICT Spending Guide Enterprise and SMB by...

Steady growth for loyalty management market

The global loyalty management market is expected to reach $20,44-billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9,2% from 2024 to 2030, according to the recent reports from Grand View Research. Loyalty management software helps view realtime data about how customers engage...

Google Cloud appoints new META security chief

Google Cloud has appointed industry veteran Noor Al-Sulaiti as head of Security Business Development and Government Relations for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa region (META). The company says Noor's appointment is further testament to the company's commitment to...

Red flag for ransomware …

Sophos has released findings on how attackers are using the Log4Shell vulnerability to deliver backdoors and profiling scripts to unpatched VMware Horizon servers, paving the way for persistent access and future ransomware attacks. A new technical paper, "Horde of...

How scammers use phishing kits

In 2021, Kaspersky researchers blocked 1,2-million individual phishing pages based on 469 phishing kits - which are ready-made fake page templates - that allow cybercriminals to launch phishing attacks effortlessly. Since a phishing site can be blocked quickly,...

15m new jobs needed to combat Africa’s unemployment crisis

More than 15-million decent jobs must be created for Africa by 2025 if governments are serious about making a dent in its unemployment crisis, according to a new charter launched today. The People's Charter on Jobs in Africa - created by the Jobs Now Africa Coalition...

Advanced cancer patients at high risk of pain and depression

Researchers from the University of Cape Town's (UCT) Division of Interdisciplinary Palliative Care and Medicine and the Division of Radiation Oncology, in collaboration with colleagues in private practice and at King's College London, have found a high physical and...

Reliability most important factor when choosing flights in SA

A study by academics in the Faculty of Management Sciences at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) found airline reliability to be the most important attribute that influences customer preference and choice of airline in South Africa, ahead of ticket prices and...

Millennials, Gen Z want NFTs in their investment portfolios

More than half of millennials and nearly three-quarters of Generation Z are considering including NFTs into their investment portfolios, reveals a new survey. The findings from a global poll carried out by deVere Group show that 52% of those born between 1980 and...

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Luxury brand rolls out Kaba security

An international high-fashion luxury brand has outsourced AWM360, the exclusive distributor of Kaba access control and digital security solutions to the southern Africa market, to secure its new store at Sandton City in Sandton, Johannesburg. AWM360 is a leading...

The advantages of shared data centres

There is no doubt that, in a data-driven world, the data centre is a critical and central component of the technology infrastructure of any organisation. However, when it comes to provisioning and obtaining access to the data centre itself and a variety of attached...

The data quality landscape

The 2015 Data Quality Landscape report from Information Difference provides insights into the $1-billion a year data quality market, says Gary Allemann, MD of Master Data Management. The report highlights a key battle ground - that between focused data quality...

Green Office recognised by Photizo

Photizo Group has recognised Green Office as a leader in managed print services (MPS). Green Office was one of 13 independent channel partners that Photizo Group selected to participate in the 2015 Leaders Index for MPS Channel Partners, based on demonstrated...

Microsoft BizSpark aids start-ups

With unemployment breaking past 26% in South Africa, the need for job creation to stem the tide of poverty has become a stark reality. The reality being that out of 36-million employable South Africans, only 15,5-million have a job. According to statistics for 2014...

Obsidian toasts open source with free beer

Open Source software supplier Obsidian Systems invites OS enthusiasts, developers, geeks and friends, to the next Free Beer Session on 27 August 2015. This session, the 17th in the series, will offer delegates fresh insight into the open source industry, challenges...

Gumtree introduces online payment solution

Online classified Gumtree South Africa has continued their plan to become the most trusted operator in the online peer-to-peer trade market by adding Shepherd, a Standard Bank-powered escrow service, to their arsenal of endorsed partners. Shepherd operates as a third party that facilitates transactions on behalf of sellers and buyers and is offered as an option to Gumtree customers.

Read cloud contract fine print

Warren Olivier, Veeam regional manager for Southern Africa, examines some of contractual obligations that companies need to be aware of when migrating to a cloud services provider in order to be connected and access corporate data from anywhere, at any time, using any...

Gabsten Technologies launches Cloud Protect

Gabsten Technologies has launched their managed backup-as-a-service offering -- CloudProtect -- to the South African market. CloudProtect provides businesses with access to a hosted backup solution that is powered by CommVault’s leading Simpana software. Importantly,...

Securing your most valuable assets

It has long been said that a businesses’ most valuable asset is its information. When appropriately harnessed, data translates into actionable information into a plethora of things a company can benefit from, including which products are moving the fastest, what...

Angular Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg Region

Are you ready to shape the web of tomorrow with Angular? We're seeking a developer to craft sleek, interactive experiences with the precision of a sculptor and the creativity of an artist. If you can code with the speed of a hummingbird and lead with the vision of an...

Senior Linux Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Linux Technical Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of Network protocol and low latency speed. As the Linux Technical Manager, you will design and implement detailed solutions...

Application Specialist X-Ray

Well known and leading medical supplier requires an Application Specialist for the X-Ray Division.Must be familiar with General Radiography and Fluoroscopy equipment, both analogue as well as latest DR based digital systems, as well as CR products. Mammography and...

IT Specialist

Cape Town IT Specialist Role - Permanent Onsite PositionResponsibilities: Oversee IT infrastructure health, performance, security, and compliance.Ensure services meet business needs and regulatory standards.Manage full lifecycle of infrastructure services.Lead...

Senior Business Analyst (Hybrid – CPT/PTA)

Lead or participate in multiple projects by completing and updating necessary project documentation, managing project scope, determining priorities, and ensuring efficient and on-time delivery of project tasks and milestones.The role will be based in the Somerset...

Scrum Master at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Join a thriving community of individuals transforming lives through direct selling. Since 1998, people have been changing their lives with our client, taking ownership of career opportunities provided, empowering them to earn a sustainable income and...

Software Developer

Intermediate Mobile Developer - Flutter & ReactGo where initiative is appreciatedR25 000 - R30 000 Including ProvidentTop Software Development House Specializing in the Development of various HR and Access Control Applications is looking for a Mobile Developer to...

Application Specialist X-Ray – Gauteng Midrand

Well known and leading medical supplier requires an Application Specialist for the X-Ray Division.Must be familiar with General Radiography and Fluoroscopy equipment, both analogue as well as latest DR based digital systems, as well as CR products. Mammography and...

IT Specialist – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Cape Town IT Specialist Role - Permanent Onsite PositionResponsibilities: Oversee IT infrastructure health, performance, security, and compliance.Ensure services meet business needs and regulatory standards.Manage full lifecycle of infrastructure services.Lead...

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