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...

Green light for Convergence Partners’ buyout of Datacentrix

All of the conditions precedent for Convergence Partners' purchase of 100% of Datacentrix have been met, and both the Competition Commission and Independent Communications Authority of South Africa have unconditionally approved the transaction. On 17 January 2024,...

Radiation emissions in top smartphones flagged

Recent data from Stocklytics.com highlights a significant difference in radiation levels between two flagship smartphone models - the Samsung S24 Ultra and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. According to the research firm's analysis, recent SAR (Specific Absorption Rate)...

Millennials, Gen Z want NFTs in their investment portfolios

More than half of millennials and nearly three-quarters of Generation Z are considering including NFTs into their investment portfolios, reveals a new survey. The findings from a global poll carried out by deVere Group show that 52% of those born between 1980 and...

Mental health of adolescent girls, young women worst hit by Covid-19

Findings from a recent study led by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) have shown that the Covid-19 pandemic and related restrictions severely impacted the mental health of adolescent girls and...

Record growth as mobile money promotes financial inclusion

Mobile money adoption and use saw continued growth in 2021, with a record $1-trillion processed during the year. The industry enjoyed a substantial increase in the number of registered accounts, up 18% since 2020 reaching 1,35-billion globally. The volume of...

Are SMEs being left behind?

Small and medium enterprises (SMBs), which represent two-thirds of global jobs and over half of global GDP, remain resilient and confident in the face of current challenges. They warn of rising costs and the need for more government support and better financing...

AI emerges as the power tool for customer experience

Customer experience (CX) Champions gain better returns from their CX tech investments than competitors by managing CX across the enterprise through cross-functional teams, clearly defined workflows, and extensive use of analytics and AI. This is according to a new...

Sustainability a priority in digital transformation

Sustainability is at the top of corporate agendas worldwide, as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals have become major considerations in companies' digital transformation programs. New research from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) shows that more than 60%...

Chat helps to strengthen customer experience

Chat technology has becoming critical for bolstering customer experience while driving revenue and growth for the businesses. This is among the findings of Clickatell's new Chat Commerce Trends report, which reveals that 99% of customer service executives recognise...

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Aspect Software wins award

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Security company uses GIT solution

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LG launches G3 Beat smartphone

The LG G3 Beat is the latest smartphone from LG Electronics. The G3 Beat is compact, but retained most of the big features of the LG G3. Amongst these features is the powerful camera. The 8MP camera is equipped with Laser Auto Focus and Touch&Shoot that were...

Managed services sees African rebirth

The notion of managed IT services is not new, but thanks to the ever-evolving nature of technology and the rapid growth of cloud services in Africa, managed services has in effect been born again. “This time, we see a very real merger of software and infrastructure as...

Avoiding data theft in the cloud

Most enterprises are already using cloud based solutions, even if they don’t see them as such. We see enterprises readily using Salesforce and Webex, yet still voicing concerns about a move to enterprise cloud computing, says Anton Jacobsz, MD of F5 distributor...

Quintica offers BMC’s TrueSight

Quintica customers can now combine data from their operations management and capacity optimisation solutions along with BMC’s new operational analytics TrueSight product family, to derive a better view and deliver critical insights into IT operations.  Locally...

Five cloud misconceptions affecting business

In our developing economy, the potential benefits of cloud-based products, particularly for SMMEs, cannot be ignored. Yet for many a small business owner, the concept of “the cloud” is still a foggy haze.

Go green with mobile payslips, statements

South African companies looking for ways to lower their carbon footprint and save money in the process, can score quick wins by digitising their invoices, statements and payslips. That’s the word from Zane Renou, chief commercial officer at Cellfind, who says that...

TransUnion enhances fraud detection

TransUnion is now offering a next-generation solution to the challenges of identity theft and digital fraud with the new DecisionEdge Identity Manager solution, which can operate in-store, in branch and online.

IT Technician

IT TechnicianOur client in Stellenbosch is seeking an IT technician to assist with desktop support. Relevant A+ and N+ certification required. Desired Skills: Desktop support Ticket management Hardware/Software install & setup Learn more/Apply for this...

Control Systems Programmer

BSc / BEng / BTech Electrical (Process Instrumentation)ECSA Pr. Eng. Registration preferableRegistered Candidate Engineer an optionMinimum requirements: Primary responsibility would be : Industrial control system design, programming and commissioning in the mining...

Automation Tester

Ready to test the waters of banking software with precision and finesse? Dive into this opportunity where every bug squashed is a step closer to financial harmony. Minimum Requirements: ISTQB Certification5-7 years experienceExposure to Azure DevOps tools and...

DBA Specialist (Linux) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client: Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a...

IT Engineer

Job Title: IT EngineerHire Resolves client is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Engineer to join their team in Hoedspruit, Limpopo. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT systems, networks, and infrastructure support. They will be...

Group Corporate Benefit Specialist

GeneralObtain relevant information to draft proposals to clientsAttain various quotations from the providersAttend appointment with broker to offer products, assist with queries and give specialist insights and advice on types of benefits in the marketSubmission of...

IT Technician

IT TechnicianOur client in Stellenbosch is seeking an IT technician to assist with desktop support. Relevant A+ and N+ certification required. Desired Skills: Desktop support Ticket management Hardware/Software install & setup Learn more/Apply for this...

Control Systems Programmer – Gauteng Sandown

BSc / BEng / BTech Electrical (Process Instrumentation)ECSA Pr. Eng. Registration preferableRegistered Candidate Engineer an optionMinimum requirements: Primary responsibility would be : Industrial control system design, programming and commissioning in the mining...

Automation Tester – Gauteng Johannesburg

Ready to test the waters of banking software with precision and finesse? Dive into this opportunity where every bug squashed is a step closer to financial harmony. Minimum Requirements: ISTQB Certification5-7 years experienceExposure to Azure DevOps tools and...

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