Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

Warming could destroy Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is under significant pressure, with warming sea temperatures and mass coral bleaching events threatening to destroy the remarkable ecology, biodiversity and beauty of the world's largest coral reef, according to new research. Led by University...

IBM, WWF harness AI to save endangered species

IBM and the World Wide Fund for Nature - Germany (WWF) are to work together to explore developing a new solution to support the monitoring of keystone species - starting with the critically endangered African forest elephant. Combining IBM's expertise in...

Vantage secures solar energy for Joburg data centre

Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data centre campuses, has entered into a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with SolarAfrica to supplement the local grid that powers the company's Johannesburg (JNB1) data centere campus scheduled to...

Employee Tax Incentive abuse exploits unemployed youth

Abusive Employee Tax Incentive schemes (ETI) marketed by some training providers has done massive damage to the training and development industry, leaving many businesses hesitant to revisit the many social and economic benefits of the scheme. But, most crucially,...

Is your router secure?

Routers are essential for WiFi connections, with millions of new devices set up daily in homes and workplaces. According to analysis conducted by Kaspersky, over 500 vulnerabilities were discovered in routers in 2021, including 87 critical ones. Threats stemming from...

Post Office warms the public on new scam

The SA Post Office has received several enquiries about a new scam designed to mislead members of the public to pay money into a fraudulent account, and into sharing the details of their credit card with the scammers. The emails and SMS messages appear to originate...

$18,5bn pledged to connect the unconnected

A global pledging event organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) this week has rallied unprecedented support from governments and companies to expand Internet access everywhere as a key aspect of sustainable development. The Partner2Connect (P2C)...

Global investments in contactless services spike

To ease people's fears regarding personal hygiene and safety and return to pre-pandemic stability, businesses across all industries are incorporating contactless/no-touch solutions in existing operating models. Adopting these practices will lower personal proximity,...

For customers, experience is as important as products

This new digital-first world has changed the norms of commerce, work, and everyday life, prompting customers and brands to re-establish how they connect. This is the message from the fifth edition of Salesforce’s State of the Connected Customer report that shares...

PC shipments into MEA grow while tablets decline

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) personal computing device (PCD) market, which is made up of desktops, notebooks, workstations, and tablets, is expected to decline 6% year on year in shipment terms for the second quarter of 2022, according to International Data...

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Why SMBs don’t have to spend big on IT

Small business owners no longer need to see IT as a grudge purchase, says Brian Timperley from Cloudware Technologies. One of the key enablers to doing business in today’s world is technology - go into any small office, and the desktop computers and laptops on...

iEnter aids PCI-DSS compliance with XRay

Johannesburg-based technology service provider iEnter has developed and introduced a new solution which eases compliance with the PCI-DSS payments standard. The XRay solution combines all required hardware and software to scan databases rapidly for compliance data...

Flapit launches social metrics counter

Available as a pre-order, Flapit (www.flapit.com) is the first physical counter to connect with all major social media platforms. Inspired by the iconic 1960s split-flap design, Flapit is not only easy to use and fun to watch, but also a powerful, interactive...

Hetzner lauded by Frost & Sullivan

Based on its recent analysis of the Web hosting market, Frost & Sullivan recognises Hetzner with the 2014 South African Frost & Sullivan Market Leadership Award for excellence in capturing the highest market share within its industry. Hetzner consolidated its...

Give security more context

The traditional approach to security simply isn’t working anymore and every device should be treated as if it’s infected, says Martin Walshaw, senior engineer at F5 Networks. Christmas has come and gone and, if gadget sales figures are anything to go by, many people...

Bytes US, Informatica partner

Bytes Universal Systems (BUS), a division of Bytes Technology Group, has announced its partnership with Informatica Corporation, the world’s number one independent provider of data integration software. Through its partnership with Informatica, BUS will enable...

Qualcomm introduces new processors

Qualcomm Technologies has introduced four new Qualcomm Snapdragon processors aimed at enhancing user experience and connectivity for high-performance and high-volume mobile devices. The new Snapdragon 620 and Snapdragon 618 processors are redefining the 600 tier with...

Konica wins BL awards

Konica Minolta’s bizhub PRESS devices have swept the board at the Buyers Laboratory LLC’s (BLI) 2015 PRO Awards by scooping all three prizes. The bizhub PRESS C1100 was awarded Outstanding Colour Mid-Volume Production Device; whilst the bizhub PRESS 1052 and bizhub...

Tintri expands global footprint

Tintri has announced record results for its recently-completed fiscal year. Tintri delivered another year of triple digit sales growth, welcoming hundreds of new enterprise customers, including Accenture, Chevron, Comcast, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, SK Telecom and Toyota....

Check Point acquires Hyperwise

Check Point Software Technologies has announced the acquisition of Hyperwise. Hyperwise is a privately held, early-stage company that has developed a unique and cutting-edge CPU-level threat prevention engine that eliminates threats at the point of pre-infection. The...

Microsoft Dynamics CRM Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for leadership and innovation? We're seeking a talented and motivated a Senior CRM Developer with ClikDimensions experience to join our growing team.The ideal candidate would need to be able to adapt to new technologies...

Automation Engineer at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client stands out as a recognised expert in automation technology, earning prestigious accolades for their innovative approach. Through the utilisation of state-of-the-art technology, they have positioned themselves as a prominent figure in global...

Website Developer – Gauteng Pretoria North

IT SOEwebsite developer specialistunderstanding of online sales and traffic Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practicesCreating website layout/user interfaces by using standard HTML/CSS practicesProvide internal IT...

Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg

At iOCO, we're more than just a company; we're a dynamic team committed to pioneering solutions that matter, driving business agility, and ensuring digital resilience for our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Web Developer to join our...

Junior Azure Full Stack Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Our Client is looking for a Junior Azure Full Stack Developer to join there teamRole:Daily Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research and make...

Data Scientist (DBN)

ENVIRONMENT:FACILITATE data-driven decision-making and improve company operations as the next Data Scientist to develop & execute cutting-edge AI and BI solutions for a Durban-based Financial Services company. You will drive Data Science projects, using...

Lead Security Support Engineer

Lead Security Support EngineerA great opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer ready to apply knowledge in a dynamic role!As a Lead Security Support Engineer, you will provide essential technical support to the customers by not only answering queries but further...

Technical Engineer

Performing electronic and mechanical repairs to productsConduct Field Service Support as assigned daily on all productsCompiling, recording and updating data on CRMl log management systemPreparing, configuring and installing of Mobile computer equipment into vehicle,...

IT Administrator

A large national legal firm based in Brooklyn, is seeking an IT Administrator with excellent problem-solving abilities to oversee and manage the company's IT systems, including hardware, software, and network infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Manage and maintain all...

WordPress Developer (CPT – Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT:A prestigious digital command hub situated in Cape Town is in search of an experienced WordPress Developer to join their team. As a WordPress Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining WordPress websites and applications....

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