One-third of users fall for phishing mails
Phishing emails remain a prevalent and effective tool for cybercriminals to launch malicious attacks on organisations worldwide. These bad actors continuously evolve their tactics, adapting to current market trends and outsmarting both end users and organisations by...
Cobots ensure Ford Ranger doors are weatherproof
Working shoulder-to-shoulder with workers on the door assembly line at Ford's Silverton Manufacturing Plant are two cobots (collaborative robots) responsible for the installation of weatherproof shields into Ranger doors, a process requiring pin-point accuracy,...
Does Lockdown Mode equal security?
Apple recently announced its new ‘Lockdown Mode’, aimed at protecting users who may be at risk of highly targeted cyberattacks from private companies developing state-sponsored mercenary spyware. The most significant recent case of such an attack was highlighted by...
What to expect when Webb Telescope sends first images
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a partnership with ESA (European Space Agency) and CSA (Canadian Space Agency), will soon reveal unprecedented and detailed views of the universe, with the upcoming release of its first full-color images and spectroscopic data. Below...
Musk pulls out of Twitter deal
Elon Musk has terminated his proposed acquisition of Twitter, citing several areas he believes Twitter to be in breach of the agreement. In an 8 July regulatory filing, the Tesla and SpaceX founder said Twitter was in material breach of the acquisition deal because it...
SA shows commitment to developing digital potential
South Africa is well-positioned to be the leading digital economy on the African continent and even in the developing world. In doing so, it can bridge many of the social and economic divides both within the country and with the rest of the world. That’s going to be...
Role of basic sciences in sustainable development highlighted
Today (Friday 8 July 2022) marks the launch of the International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development. The Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) is co-ordinating South African participation on behalf of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI)...
Intel and Google Cloud optimise HPC workload performance
Intel and Google are working together to drive high performance computing (HPC) forward on Google Cloud with the release of the Cloud HPC Toolkit. This new resource provides access to tools from the Intel oneAPI Base and HPC Toolkits to optimise performance through...
All the winners of the 2022 Applications Olympiad
The national winners of the 2022 South African Applications Olympiad were announced at a ceremony at Hoërskool Waterkloof in Pretoria last week. The Applications Olympiad is part of the South African Computer Olympiad, an initiative of the Institute of Information...
Digital resources the route to upskilling
“Without mathematics, there’s nothing you can do. Everything around you is Mathematics. Everything around you is numbers.” These are the words from Shakuntala Devi, an Indian mental calculator and writer, popularly known as the "Human Computer". According to Devi,...
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Sony launches Xperia C4
The selfie phenomenon is about to kick up a notch with the introduction of Xperia C4 – Sony’s next generation PROselfie smartphone, featuring a best in class 5MP front camera, a Full HD display and superior performance. “Following the success of Xperia C3, we are...
Benefits HR solutions offer to business
South African organisations face enormous challenges in improving efficiencies and cost control in their HR departments. One common problem is that HR departments spend too much time on administrative tasks and managing compliance at the expense of supporting managers...
Testing work-area recovery
So you’ve got a business continuity management plan in place, and it includes a work-area recovery (WAR) component. Now, of course, you need to make sure that the plan works. “When you physically move a group of people to a new site and expect them to be productive...
IFS launches Applications 9
IFS, the global enterprise applications company, has launched IFS Applications 9, the new core version of its extended enterprise applications suite. IFS Applications 9 delivers customers true business agility by bringing them closer to their business and by providing...
Marketing has been mobilised
The success of mobile marketing with consumers makes this a potentially valuable asset in B2B communications. But there are some important rules that must be observed. When brands speak to customers, their main priority is to grab those customers’ attention, so they...
Spotlight on supply chain management
The introduction of the e-Tender Publication portal and the central supplier database (CSD), launched by the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO) in April 2015, signals a positive move towards accountability and a prospective deviation from dubious...
South Africa’s vehicle crime rates climb
Crime rates in South Africa are expected to continue their upward climb as economic and social conditions deteriorate - a trend that is already being evidenced in the sharp climb in truck and car hijackings. As economic growth contracts, unemployment figures grow and...
Should you use expert background checkers?
In South Africa’s skilled labour talent pool, there are many candidates who can take your business to new heights and flourish in positions that require advanced knowledge and capabilities. On the opposite end of the spectrum are candidates who appear promising but...
Securing devices to ensure e-learning grows
All around South Africa, government along with the private sector is rolling out e-learning and paperless learning initiatives, which sees IT hardware and solutions being introduced in classrooms, in order to enlarge the footprint of quality education within...
Old Mutual launches debt education tool
Old Mutual has launched an online, interactive version of its successful On the Money financial education programme, aimed at helping educate South Africans on debt reduction and wealth creation.John Manyike, head of financial education at Old Mutual, says, “This...
Data Engineer – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.What you will be doing /...
SKA Mid – Data Analyst at NRF National Research Foundation – Western Cape Observatory
Postion Summary: The data analyst/ telescope operator is part of the science operations team. During construction the team will support the Commissioning team and Assembly, Integration and Verification (AIV) team. The team will also be expected to provide input and...
Senior Power Platform Developer (Hybrid) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client represents more than just a corporate entity; it serves as a center for transformative concepts and digital innovations. Partnering with governmental bodies and enterprises, they endeavor to catalyze significant societal and economic...
Senior Project Manager
Title: Senior Project Manager - D365/MS Dynamics Specialist Location: Cape Town, South Africa (Hybrid Working Arrangement) Contract Duration: 12 monthsOverview:We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in managing medium to high...
Agile Project Manager
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Agile Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Ensure successful...
Enterprise Architect
Our client based in Centurion seeks an Enterprise Architect responsible for setting the overall standards and direction of architecture within the IT organization's applications domain, as well as contributing to Enterprise Architecture Development. Permanent on-site...
Java Developer (Fully Remote)
Fully Remote! Candidates can work from anywhere in South Africa Seeking an experienced full stack java developer to join our growing team servicing local and offshore clients in the financial services space. You must have strong communication skills and the ability to...
Senior Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Title: Senior Project Manager - D365/MS Dynamics Specialist Location: Cape Town, South Africa (Hybrid Working Arrangement) Contract Duration: 12 monthsOverview:We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong background in managing medium to high...
Agile Project Manager – Remote Remote
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Agile Project Manager to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Ensure successful...
Enterprise Architect – Gauteng Centurion
Our client based in Centurion seeks an Enterprise Architect responsible for setting the overall standards and direction of architecture within the IT organization's applications domain, as well as contributing to Enterprise Architecture Development. Permanent on-site...
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