ID-based attacks rife as phishing, authentication abuse on the rise

Phishing accounted for more than half of cybersecurity incident response engagements in the second quarter of 2026, while authentication abuse was observed in 65% of engagements, according to the latest Incident Response Trends report from Cisco Talos. The findings...

Tech sales under the lash as consumers curb spending

South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is proving resilient so far in 2026, although retailers and brands in the tech and durables (T&D) sector are experiencing a number of challenges. This is according to NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa, which has...

Roman space telescope begins its quest to the dark universe

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has begun a three-month, million-mile journey to its final orbit where it is hoped it will reveal the universe’s darkest secrets. The mission launched at 7:26 AM EDT Sunday aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch...

Crackdowns alone won’t stop online wildlife trafficking

A new major global review shows that platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube are fueling a fast-growing and difficult-to-track illegal wildlife trade. The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Dr Annette Hübschle, a co-author of the study, says closing...

Network security market shows signs of life

The network security market showed signs of recovery in the second quarter of 2024 - growing 6% YoY to reach $5,9-billion - and breaking a streak of six consecutive quarters of deceleration, according to Dell’Oro Group. This growth was primarily driven by solid demand...

Breached organisations spend more on cyber resilience

Organisations that have endured cyber incidents in the past don’t want to get burned again, according to Commvault’s 2024 Cyber Recovery Readiness Report and, consequently, they often reassess and invest in cyber resilience and recovery strategies in very meaningful...

Data science in Africa gets an AI boost

Nvidia is collaborating with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) to equip governments and developer communities in 10 nations with data science training and technology to support more informed policymaking and accelerate how resources are...

Global satellite IoT subscriber base to hit 21,2m by 2026

The global satellite IoT communications market is growing at a good steady pace, according to a new research report from Berg Insight. Despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the global satellite IoT subscriber base grew to surpass 3,9-million in 2021. The number...

Interest in NFTs falls to lowest point ever

Interest in NFTs fell to its lowest point ever at 14 in the fourth week of August, according to data from StockApps.com. This is a stark contrast to the interest in NFTs earlier this year, which reached its peak at 100 in the last week of January. Edith Reads from...

Low-code development drives greater efficiencies

The increasing appetite for automation is driving the need for a better way of developing software – and low-code tools are stepping up to the plate. Gartner defines a low-code application platform as “an application platform that supports rapid application...

Businesses under attack as Dark Web supercharges threat landscape

Cybercrime is being supercharged through “plug and play” malware kits that make it easier than ever to launch attacks. Meanwhile, cyber syndicates are collaborating with amateur attackers to target businesses, putting the online world at risk. These are among the...

Global smartphone shipments set to drop in 2022

According to the latest International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker forecast, shipments of smartphones will decline 6,5% to 1,27-billion units in 2022. The decline is due to record-breaking inflation, geopolitical tensions, and other...

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Attix5, IS partner on SME offering

International data security and business recovery specialist Attix5 has joined forces with Internet Solutions (IS) to supply it with a cloud backup solution that has been incorporated into the IS Ignite SME business offering. Designed to enable SMEs to do business...

Controlling the data risk of BYOD

Data protection has always been a challenge, even when data flow was, more or less, confined to a closed network system, says Bryan Balfe, enterprise account manager at CommVault. Now, we have the bring your own device (BYOD) era in which your employees and...

Local IAUG chapter announces 2015 conference

The International Avaya Users Group (IAUG) has announced the annual South African Chapter Conference 2015, accommodating 200 Avaya solutions and services users in South Africa and Africa. It will take place from 23 to 26 August 2015 at the Legend Golf and Safari...

Ericsson AHUB to connect African innovators

Ericsson has announced that it will be hosting an innovation station named “Ericsson AHUB” in partnership with Informa at AfricaCom 2015, Cape Town, 17 to 19 November. The innovation station will bring together Africa’s leading entrepreneurs, tech start-ups and angel...

Nutanix, Citrix partner on virtualisation

Nutanix, the next-generation enterprise computing company, has announced it is working with Citrix to drive down the costs and infrastructure complexity of deploying new app and desktop virtualisation environments. In addition, Citrix is supporting the complete...

DCC offers Dell Inspiron 3000 series

When it comes to computing, feature-packed mobility is everything, and all of those extras you don’t need just end up adding to the price tag. The new Dell Inspiron 3000 Series from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) offers all of the features without the...

The future of business lies in the cloud

The evolution of cloud-based technology has dramatically changed the business landscape in the past few years, and the latest developments in technology are set to create even further disruption, says Peter Reid, SharePoint Solutions Head at Intervate, a T-Systems...

TransUnion 1Check wins at Smarties awards

TransUnion was recently recognised for its 1Check Mobile App at the 2015 South African MMA Standard Bank Smarties Awards by the Mobile Marketing Association of South Africa. The company won the category of Mobile apps at an event held on the 13th of August 2015, at...

New consulting sales director for EMC

EMC Southern Africa has appointed Charlene George as consulting sales director of its Global Services Division. Formerly Regional Sales Manager: Africa for Oracle Financial Services Consulting, George has 17 years’ experience in the financial services and IT...

Adapt IT on the rise

JSE Listed Adapt IT delivered another year of strong results to 30 June 2015, growing headline earnings per share 35%. Operating profit grew 89% while profit attributable to shareholders was up 52%. Organic growth was 18% while acquisitive growth added 24% to...

Java Developer Team Lead – Gauteng Braamfontein

Our client started the business with the vision for a technology services company which could identify and draw in outstanding talent in software engineering. They aim to drive positive change through technology, ensuring that their clients achieve their business...

Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Rosebank

Leading SA bank requires the skills of an experienced Senior Business Analyst to fill the role of a Lead BA.5 BA reportsBanking and Corporate Banking essentialTrade experience advantageousTechnical BA understanding how systems workHybrid working12 month contract...

Medical Drug Development Team Lead – Gauteng Parktown

Main purpose of the job:Lead the drug development and regulatory processes workstream for the market-shaping outputLocation:Parktown – JohannesburgKey performance areas:Lead the drug development & regulatory processes workstreamWork closely with CHAI and lead...

Support Technician – Western Cape Cape Town

We are looking to hire an Onsite Support Technician who will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of IT systems and providing timely support to end users, contributing to the overall efficiency and productivity of the organization. This role involves...

Developer – Internship Role (CPT) at Parvana Recruitment

Parvana Role: Our highly successful national client is looking for a bright and ambitious developer for their team. You are not expected to know anything, you will be provided with courses as well as on the job training which will last for over 4 months. This role can...

Network Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesAttend to break/Fix events at mid-level complexity level from on Naas and On Premise Infrastructure.Make configurations and installations on the international sites.Manage, monitor, maintain and secure the infrastructure.Improve and expand the...

Lead Software Developer at Parvana Recruitment

What you will be doing:Lead the development team, inspiring engineers to deliver outstanding work.Actively contribute to projects as a senior software engineer, providing code, architectural advice, and technical support.Oversee the mentorship program for junior team...

Cloud Engineer

My client is seeking a Cloud Engineer to support in the design of reference architecture and provides input to the DevOps team for implementation of codified stacks that meet the needs of the applications. Contribute to a small number of products or work streams...

Data Centre Engineer

Are you ready to join a dynamic team and dive into the world of cutting-edge technology? We are on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Data Centre Engineer with two years of relevant experience. If you're a tech enthusiast with a knack for VMware, Hewlett Packard...

Support Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein

Key ResponsibilitiesAssist to Manage applications throughout (implementation, remediation patches, upgrades, and maintenance).Manage the application-related aspects of designing, testing, operating and improving IT services.Develop and maintain expertise in...

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