Insurance enhances cyber resilience for SA organisations
South African companies have made a proactive shift towards enhancing cyber defences as a key to optimising insurance outcomes. This is among the findings of a new Sophos study that highlights the increasing integration of cyber insurance into the risk management...
Momentum builds in global smartphone market
According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 6,5% year over year to 285,4-million units in the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24). Although this marks the fourth...
2Africa cable deployment gets underway
The 2Africa cable has achieved its first landing, in Genoa, Italy. It will extend to 46 locations by the time the project is completed in 2024. The 2Africa consortium comprises China Mobile International, Meta, MTN GlobalConnect, Orange, stc, Telecom Egypt, Vodafone...
NFT of Dorsey’s first tweet unlikely to recoup $2,9m in immature market
The non-fungible token (NFT) of Jack Dorsey’s first tweet is struggling to sell, but this isn't surprising says Dr Lil Read, senior analyst in the thematic research team at GlobalData. “Though there has been plenty of hype around NFTs in the last year, the market is...
Regtech to account for more than half of regulatory compliance spend
A new study from Juniper Research has found that global regtech spend will exceed $204-billion by 2026; accounting for over 50% of all regulatory compliance spend for the first time. This spend will grow from $68-billion in 2022; representing growth of over 200% over...
Notorious Emotet botnet is back
The Emotet botnet has been classified by Europol as “the most dangerous malware in the world” and showed worldwide growth of over 200% in March 2022, according to Kaspersky telemetry. This growth indicates that the threat actors behind the botnet have been taking...
Elon Musk in hostile takeover bid for Twitter
Controversial entrepreneur Elon Musk has made an offer to buy all of Twitter’s shares. The “best and final offer” of $54.20 is for 100% of the company, which Musk plans to privatise and transform. As a 9,2% shareholder – which he disclosed earlier this month - Musk...
Partnerships can boost growth of super-apps
The digital transformation of business and society has found fertile ground with early promise for the super-app model, specifically in the Middle East and Africa, even as mobile digital platforms continue to offer proprietary and third-party functions under a single...
Debt body urges caution on Easter splurging
As South Africans get ready to host Easter brunches for their families and entertain the young ones with epic egg hunts, one thing is certain - family time could easily become a pricey affair. However, cautions National Debt Advisors (NDA), before you swipe your...
New heavyweight on the ransomware scene
In a new report - "A bad luck BlackCat" - Kaspersky researchers reveal the details of two cyber incidents conducted by the BlackCat ransomware group. The complexity of the malware being used, combined with the vast experience of the actors behind it, make the gang one...
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Smart info management key for governance
Information volumes continue to grow at an unprecedented rate, particularly in the area of randomly generated unstructured user data, says Chris Hathaway, director at Soarsoft International. This is a result of the way the modern “information worker” interacts and...
Altech Collab wins Huawei award
Altech Collab was recently presented with Best Service Capabilities award for 2014 at the Huawei Enterprise Annual Channel Conference. The company also scooped awards for Name Account Development and Best IP Sales. Altech Collab is the business unit within the Altron...
Ricoh SA sponsors Nedbank Golf Challenge
Ricoh SA is an official brand sponsor and office automation equipment supplier for the Nedbank Golf Challenge 2014 that takes place at the Gary Player Country Club at Sun City from 4 to 7 December. Ricoh SA’s entrance into golf sponsorship at this level demonstrates...
Schneider Electric updates Ampla
Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, has announced that a new version of Ampla, its innovative software that delivers a dynamic view of process performance, has been made available for the southern African market. This latest issue of the...
Tigo, Facebook offer free Internet access
Tigo has announced that it is teaming up with Facebook to provide millions of Tanzanians with affordable Internet and free access to some basic online services through the Internet.org app. Tigo is also offering customers the opportunity to purchase affordable...
Key factors to consider when buying an LFP
Wide format printing workflow is more than just printing. While technology advances have delivered hardware that's faster, cheaper and better, in order to achieve optimum productivity, it is important to broaden the purchase consideration analysis to look at pre- and...
Seagate expands NAS portfolio
Seagate Technology recently announced a new portfolio of networked attached storage (NAS) solutions specifically designed for today’s small businesses. The new portfolio includes five NAS products in a range of capacities from 2Tb to 30Tb and performance perfectly...
Jumia, Ivory Coast in partnership
In order to inaugurate their partnership, Jumia and theChamber of Commerce & Industry of Côte d’Ivoire organised a symbolic ceremony at the Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Côte d’Ivoire on Thursday 30 October. Amongst the guest speakers are Fatoumata Ba,...
Truecaller launches Truedialer app
Truecaller, an app that helps people take the right call, has announced the global launch of Truedialer on Google Play. Truecaller’s 85-million users trust the app’s service to provide them with the contact information they need and protect them from unwanted calls....
Trender photo app for party-goers
Partygoers can now download Trender, a free location-based photo app that gives a realtime indication of where friends are gathering and venues that are popular. The app is now available on Android and will be available on iOS within a few days. With the summer...
Senior Software Engineer (Python/Node.js) (Remote) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE engineering leadership & mentorship while working on technical challenges as the next Senior Software Engineer sought by a cutting-edge Communication Solutions Platform. Joining the Core Platform team, you will focus on Back End technologies...
Senior Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Braamfontein
You will be required to develop software and applications using mainly C#, ASP.NET and Client sideTranslate business feedback and requirements into working software solutions.Mentor more junior developers .Monitor code quality through peer code reviews.Lead on designs...
Data Solutions Architect (CH1016)
Our client, the most innovative financial institution in South Africa, is seeking a Data Solutions Architect to join their team in Sandton offices.Role PurposeTo define the technology solution for the Data and Analytics (D&A) environment and ensure that it is...
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Position: Application DeveloperHire Resolves client is currently seeking a talented and experienced Application Developer to join their team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining...
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IT Auditor
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About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
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Test Automation Engineer – Intermediate (5yr Fixed Term Contract) at Accenture – Gauteng Midrand
AUTOMATION TESTER Location: Johannesburg/Cape Town South AfricaAre you ready to be part of a transformational journey that will reshape the digital landscape of Africa? A leading Pan-African telecommunications company is launching a groundbreaking Software Engineering...
Azure Full Stack Developer (Dt0 – Dt2) – Gauteng Pretoria
Our Client is looking for a Azure Full Stack Developer to join their team.Area: Menlyn Maine, Pretoria Role:Design and develop robust, testable, and maintainable software solutions.Document software, in particular business rules and key technical decisions.Research...
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