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...

New cohort named for Google Startups Accelerator

Google has announced the 8th cohort of its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program, featuring 10 startups from Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Africa that were selected from nearly 1 000 applications. Since its inception in 2018, the Google for Startups...

Engineering solutions dominate Eskom Expo regional event

A sound-following robot; a renewable energy model; a lunch box microwave; and an automated patient paralysis healthcare system were among the innovative research projects showcased at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Gauteng South Regional Science Fair. A total of...

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...

Financial stress for workers impacts business profitability

Financial stress is a key detractor from employee wellness and research suggests it's an impairment to cognitive functioning, which can lead to a reduction in productivity. A recent study which measured and analysed the experiences of a sample of South Africa's...

Financial services slowest in multicloud adoption

Fewer financial services organisations have adopted multicloud than any other industry, trailing the global average by 10%. However, adoption is expected to nearly double from 26% to 56% in the next three years, in line with the global trend of evolving to a...

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Thermal imaging cameras mitigate poaching

Effective monitoring is key in the fight against rhino poaching. Using thermal imaging cameras with advanced detection capability can offer a more proactive solution to stopping poachers. Technology not only helps to protect the lives of the rangers, it can also mean the difference between pre-empting the death of a rhino, or hunting for the killers after the fact, when it is already too late.

Indoor smartphone used boosted by Ericsson

We spend more than 85% of our time indoors, but a recent Ericsson ConsumerLab study conducted with more than 47 000 respondents across 23 countries reveals that only 41% are highly satisfied with their indoor experience when browsing or accessing social networks. This...

Gartner names IFS as leader

IFS, the global enterprise applications company, has been named as a leader for its enterprise service management solution in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Field Service Management, authored by William McNeill, Michael Maoz and Jason Wong on 22 December 2014. It is...

Virtual NAS from QNAP, AMD

QNAP Systems has partnered with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and announced the release of the high-performance 10GbE-ready TVS-863+ and 4/6/8-bay TVS-x63 Turbo vNAS series, with an AMD Embedded G-Series quad-core 2.4GHs processor and a RAM module expandable to 16Gb....

DCC offers Ultimate HT703 tablet

The Ultimate HT703 7-inch tablet from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) is the last word in affordable tablets for every user, with all of the basic functions and features users’ need. Including WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, this affordable, entry-level...

Affordable Nokia 215 from Microsoft

Microsoft Devices Group has announced the Nokia 215, its most affordable Internet-ready phone. The Nokia 215 is designed to connect and introduce first-time mobile phone buyers to the Internet and new digital experiences. Available in both Single SIM and Dual SIM...

VoD drives carrier-neutral POPs in Africa

Video-on-demand (VoD), the ability to access specific video content at a convenient time and place on a convenient device through the Internet, has previously been an unfeasible technology in much of Africa as it requires large amounts of affordable, available and...

DCC offers Ultimate HT713 OctoCore tablet

The Ultimate HT713 OctoCore from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) redefines the business tablet market with premium features at a price that suits even the tightest budget. The Ultimate HT713 OctoCore offers an incredible 1,7GHz eight-core processor with...

Cloud adoption among SA corporates grows

Shifting enterprise IT infrastructure and assets to cloud-based architecture is a trend gathering momentum among enterprises worldwide, says AJ Hartenberg, portfolio manager: Data Centre Services at T-Systems in South Africa. It enables faster, more flexible...

Telkom, MTN still in roaming talks

Telkom has renewed its cautionary announcement regarding negotiations with MTN SA. According to the latest announcement the two companies remain in discussions regarding the potential extension of their existing roaming agreement to include bilateral roaming and outsourcing of the operation of Telkom’s radio access network.

Space Project Manager

A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint an Space Project ManagerReporting to the Space Programme Manager, the Space Project Managers combine their project management, systems engineering, and contract management skills with their engineering or...

Intermediate /Senior Software Developer/ Team Lead (Office Based)

Our client in the IT industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Senior Software Developer/ Team Leader. Main purpose of the position:The purpose of this position is to develop solutions by guiding development of program specifications,...

Graduate Software Developer

Graduate Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company! ?? Hybrid working model opportunity where coding meets excellence ?? ?? No working experience required ?? We are looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Software...

IT Service Delivery Manager

Are you ready to take your Technical IT career to the next level?Are you an experienced IT senior analyst, with strong technical background?Are you experienced in deep network cabling?Our client is looking for an experienced IT Lead! WHO YOU ARE: Someone with...

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Main purpose of the job:The project manager/study coordinator is responsible for coordinating all clinical trial activities according to good clinical practice, the study protocol, and the site's standard operating proceduresLocation:22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow,...

SAP ABAP Developer (Advanced) 2628 TT

Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for Business Blueprint documentABAP debugging beneficial (Workbench related knowledge of new development/enhancements)Setting up the organization structure of...

Space Project Manager

A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint an Space Project ManagerReporting to the Space Programme Manager, the Space Project Managers combine their project management, systems engineering, and contract management skills with their engineering or...

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Our client in the IT industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Senior Software Developer/ Team Leader. Main purpose of the position:The purpose of this position is to develop solutions by guiding development of program specifications,...

Graduate Software Developer – Gauteng Bryanston

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IT Service Delivery Manager – Gauteng Benoni

Are you ready to take your Technical IT career to the next level?Are you an experienced IT senior analyst, with strong technical background?Are you experienced in deep network cabling?Our client is looking for an experienced IT Lead! WHO YOU ARE: Someone with...

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