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...

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...

Parktown Boys claims JSE Investment Challenge top spot

A team of four pupils from Parktown Boys' High School has claimed the top spot in the Equity Portfolio category for the June edition of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Investment Challenge. The team, 'Trading Titans', consisting of pupils Aarhush Siddapur,...

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...

As power declines, InSight is still hunting marsquakes

NASA’s InSight Mars lander is gradually losing power and is anticipated to end science operations later this year. By December, InSight’s team expects the lander to have become inoperative, concluding a mission that has thus far detected more than 1 300 marsquakes –...

How scammers leverage crypto hype in liquidity mining

Sophos has released threat research about nascent cybercrime, lifting the lid off scammers who are taking advantage of the hype about cryptocurrency trading and the vast sums of digital wealth users have made (and lost) in crypto markets to lure in and swindle...

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CommVault achieves 97% satisfaction rating

CommVault has announced its continued industry leadership in technical support and services with a 97% customer satisfaction rating based on the results of the company’s 2014 support services survey. The rating marks the fourth consecutive year that CommVault has...

MobileData introduces TradeSwitch

Global South African-based payment facilitation and token distribution technology solutions provider MobileData introduces TradeSwitch to the continent, a service delivery platform that enables smart service delivery, mobile device management and business process...

ICS extends African presence

ICS Financial Systems Limited (ICSFS), the global software and services provider for banks and financial institutions, partnered with new banks through expansion of its operations in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. This project was awarded to ICSFS by Guaranty Trust Bank...

Googles.com seeks financial support

Googles.com - not affiliated with Google - in a continuing effort to redesign its existing children's Web site is seeking equity partners/content providers to help develop and/or fund the re-launch. The googles.com domain name was registered before Google.com and the...

BlackBerry Classic packs high-performance features

BlackBerry has launched the BlackBerry  Classic, a no-nonsense smartphone built to meet the needs of productive people who appreciate the speed and accuracy that can be found with a physical QWERTY keyboard. “We listened closely to our customers’ feedback to ensure we...

Customers not afraid to demand convenience

Two recent incidents, where customers have lashed back at well-known brands for bad customer service, have put the need for improved processes in the spotlight. Customers are no longer willing to accept sub-standard service and the proliferation of social media is...

Debunking the top three myths of flash storage

In this article, Servaas Venter, country manager of EMC Southern Africa, debunks the three common preconceptions around flash storage as businesses wake up to its potential to improve business performance, create competitive advantage, reduce risk and save them money....

Dangers of voting against a business rescue plan

Creditors take heed: Not understanding business rescue and the Companies Act 71 of 2008 could see you voting against the business rescue plan. A creditor could be forced to sell his voting interests and claims against the company for little or no value to any affected...

Vidi brings video on demand to all devices

South Africa's first video on demand service, where you can enjoy movies and TV shows over the internet -  can now be watched on any device including tablets and smartphones without an app. However, if subscribers prefer going via the app route, that option is now...

A journey into the cloud

Mark Walker, regional director: sub-Saharan Africa at IDC, looks back on 50 years of technology. It's April 7, 1964, and while the Beatles are telling the world that 'Money Can't Buy Me Love', IBM is attempting to convince the business community that it can at least...

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Business/Data Analyst

We are currently seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business/Data Analyst with a strong foundation in statistical analysis, data modeling, and business intelligence. Adept at transforming data into actionable insights to drive business decisions and...

Cloud Database Engineer – 2509 – Gauteng Pretoria

A Large company in Pretoria looking for fill this urgent role.ContractHybrid (2/3 days at the office)ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:· We are looking for a highly skilled, analytical Cloud Database Engineer to join our team at BMW Hub South Africa. You will play a...

Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town

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Backend Developer – Gauteng Arcadia

As the Backend Developer, you will be working with senior developers to develop and maintain high-quality APIs for web and mobile applications. You will collaborate with internal teams to develop functional and high-performance APIs, while working in a fast-paced...

Business/Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are currently seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business/Data Analyst with a strong foundation in statistical analysis, data modeling, and business intelligence. Adept at transforming data into actionable insights to drive business decisions and...

Junior Full Stack Developer (Laravel)

A reputed and growing company in the east of Pretoria is looking for a Junior Full Stack Developer to join the team that is specialising in communication solutions and commercial platforms using open source technologies. The successful candidate is an excellent...

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IQbusiness is a leading management consulting firm. We are currently looking for a Senior Business Analyst available immediately with "Collections" experience and has worked on a system called "Debt Manager". Must be open to contracting opportunties. Key...

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