SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

Adaptive approach best for sales growth

Sales organisations that embrace being adaptive by design will outpace competition and achieve superior commercial outcomes, according to Gartner. "From budget constraints and limited resources to fast-evolving buyer expectations and mounting pressure to adopt and...

Massive growth forecast for data lake market

The global data lake market size is anticipated to reach $59,89-billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23,8% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. The rise of data lake house architectures is a significant trend in the...

Modest spike in Q1 app downloads

According to data from StockApps.com, the combined Apple App Store and Google Play downloads amounted to roughly 36,9-billion in Q1 2022 - growth of 11% in year-over-year download totals. StockApps.com's Edith Reads says that the results were due to demand in a number...

The impact of hybrid working on company culture

Seventy-six percent of HR leaders feel that hybrid work challenges employees' connection to organisational culture, according to a recent survey by Gartner. A February 2022 Gartner poll of more than 200 HR leaders reveals the most challenging aspect of setting their...

MS Sites eats into Google’s search market

Microsoft Sites has increased its market share by 76% with its market share growing from 15,2% in January 2012 to 26,8% in January 2022, according to research by TradingPlatforms.com. The biggest loser from Microsoft Sites' surge is Google Search Engine. Although its...

NASA detects ‘heat islands’ in extreme Indian heat wave

A relentless heat wave has blanketed India and Pakistan since mid-March, causing dozens of deaths, fires, increased air pollution and reduced crop yields, and weather forecasts show no prospect of relief any time soon. NASA's Ecosystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer...

Google top tech donor combating Covid

Google has donated $1,4-billion towards combating the Covid-19 pandemic making it the largest donor for that cause, according to StockApps.com. "Google has been putting its words into action in the campaign against Covid-19. They have so far made 31 donations totaling...

IBM looks to address AI adoption challenges

In today's hybrid cloud reality, distributed data holds the key to unlocking value through new business and operational insights. However, according to the "Global AI Adoption Index 2021," conducted by Morning Consult and commissioned by IBM, data complexity and data...

Steady growth for aftermarket car telematics devices

The number of active aftermarket car telematics units will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11,6% from 87,4-million at the end of 2021 to 151,6-million at the end of 2026, according to new research from Berg Insight. Berg Insight's definition of an...

CPI close to 6% for third month

The annual change in the consumer price index (CPI) was 5,9% in April, unchanged from 5,9% in March. The monthly rate decreased to 0,6% from 1,0%. This is the third time in five months that the annual rate was 5,9%, testing the 6% upper limit of the South African...

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Are touchscreens on the way out?

Some technology industry pundits are starting to ponder whether or not the trend for clamshell computers with a touch screen – as well as a keyboard – could soon be a thing of the past. This is according to Asgar Mahomed, MD of Esquire Technologies, an international...

Telkom Foundation aids job seeking training

The Telkom Foundation has implemented job seeking training for Sebokeng youth to give them the basic skills they need in order to access job applications. The Telkom Foundation, including approximately 200 staff volunteers, assisted Sebokeng youth (aged between 18 and...

ZipZap, Microsoft partner on mPOS

ZipZap, the mobile POS (mPOS) solution from Paycorp, has partnered with Microsoft Mobile to offer businesses and retailers a mobile solution that enables them to accept payments from customers wherever they are, transacting anywhere, anytime. “Microsoft is committed...

Netshield launches new Ethernet products

Netshield South Africa has announced the availability of a range of Industrial Ethernet products, designed to assist industrial customers where networking equipment is exposed to extreme elements and environmental factors. The use of Industrial Ethernet (IE) devices...

Leveraging consumer credit health insight

Intelligence and actionable insight are essential to business success in a data-driven market. Obtaining as much relevant information as possible to drive more effective decision-making is critical to developing and maintaining a competitive edge, thus fostering...

Leading from the front is an art

HCM and HR services company asks whether leaders in businesses can be the disruptors. Leadership by example is a skilled practice, which few business leaders have mastered. It takes continuous dedication and commitment, and results in a strong, growing operation....

IT must secure #GenMobile

Do your security policies give employees the collaborative, open and creative environment they expect? If not, you might need to consider changing them. Here’s why, according to Matthew Barker, regional manager for sub-Saharan African at Aruba Networks. A guy named...

Getting started with document management

Document management (DM) is a programme or set of programmes used to track and store electronic documents. It typically has version control and audit capabilities, says Hennie Kruger, DDS product and marketing manager of Océ South Africa. Other features include...

Retirement village uses Sage Intelligence

Helderberg Retirement Village, on the gentle slopes of the Helderberg Mountain in Somerset West, was recognised as the World’s Best International Retirement Village for 2012-2013. Behind the tranquil setting of the 800-unit village is a focused and active management...

Intelsat, OneWeb in strategic alliance

Intelsat has announced that it has entered into a commercial agreement with OneWeb, the venture planning to build, deploy and operate a low earth orbit (“LEO”) Ku-band satellite constellation. Under the agreement, Intelsat will partner with OneWeb to use OneWeb’s LEO...

Intermediate Software Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

We are seeking a well-versed Intermediate Software Developer who is adept at designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications. Must possess a robust understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC). Must have problem-solving abilities, collaborative...

Telco Solution Architect Manager at Accenture

Design and deliver the technology architecture for a platform, product, or engagement, from development to operations. Shape technology architecture during the sales and solutioning process, as required.Experience:Business support systemsBilling systems i.e. oracle...

Installation and Support Technician (POS)

Our client a leading provider of software solutions to the retail and hospitality sectors is seeking to add an Installation and Support Technician to their PE based team. An exciting career opportunity awaits you!Only Candidates based in PE, Uitenhage and Despatch...

Solutions Architect – SAP HCM

SummaryOur client a leading Financial Services Company requires an experienced Solutions Architect to be responsible for the solution design and delivery and support of new and existing SAP ECC HCM and SAP Business Technology Platform applications. Description SAP...

Senior Front End Developer (Cape Town)

Our client is looking for a Front - End Developer to Implement new Front-End requirements using Angular/Typescript and Bootstrap with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS. Maintain existing Front-End applications written in Angular/Typescript. Implement the client ‘look and feel'...

Senior Full Stack Developer

We are seeking a driven and innovative Senior Full Stack Developer, who will continuously leverage cutting-edge technologies and best practices to build exceptional web applications and drive business success. What you'll do:Configuring and deployments on CI/CD...

Telco Solution Architect Manager at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand

Design and deliver the technology architecture for a platform, product, or engagement, from development to operations. Shape technology architecture during the sales and solutioning process, as required.Experience:Business support systemsBilling systems i.e. oracle...

Installation and Support Technician (POS) – Eastern Cape Gqebera

Our client a leading provider of software solutions to the retail and hospitality sectors is seeking to add an Installation and Support Technician to their PE based team. An exciting career opportunity awaits you!Only Candidates based in PE, Uitenhage and Despatch...

Solutions Architect – SAP HCM – Western Cape Cape Town Region

SummaryOur client a leading Financial Services Company requires an experienced Solutions Architect to be responsible for the solution design and delivery and support of new and existing SAP ECC HCM and SAP Business Technology Platform applications. Description SAP...

Senior Front End Developer (Cape Town) – Western Cape Somerset West

Our client is looking for a Front - End Developer to Implement new Front-End requirements using Angular/Typescript and Bootstrap with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS. Maintain existing Front-End applications written in Angular/Typescript. Implement the client ‘look and feel'...

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