AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Global AI regulations fuel massive market for AI governance platforms

The cost of unmanaged AI risk is escalating. According to Gartner, by 2030, fragmented AI regulation will quadruple and extend to 75% of the world’s economies, driving $1-billion in total compliance spend. This regulatory wave is transforming AI governance platforms...

As business closures ease, debt recovery falters

In 2026, business insolvencies are expected to rise slightly again, against a backdrop of gradually easing financing costs. Behind this apparent stabilisation lies a still high level of fragility, particularly in the construction, chemical and textile industries. A...

Insurance scams to watch out for …

A recent InfoQuest survey found that 57% of South Africans have been targeted by scams in the past year, indicative of an increasingly sophisticated “scam economy” – and while fraudsters one focused primarily on banking and e-commerce, insurance scams have become a...

‘Just say goodbye’ to scam artists

In recognition of International Fraud Awareness Week (16 to 22 November), the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS) has launched the “Just Say Goodbye” campaign aimed at helping South Africans recognise and respond to increasingly sophisticated...

SA travel and tourism on the road to recovery

South Africa's travel and tourism sector is in a strong recovery phase in 2025 - marked by a record-setting number of jobs and growing domestic spending, according to the Tourism Trends in South Africa 2025 report. While the sector's total economic contribution is...

Pesticide exposure affects children’s cognitive performance

Children living in agricultural areas may experience reduced cognitive performance due to exposure to various pesticides in their daily lives. This is according to a new study conducted by scientists at the Centre for Environmental and Occupational Health Research in...

Jeff Bezos in new AI startup venture

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has thrown his weight behind Project Prometheus, a startup that aims to develop artificial intelligence (AI) to engineer and computers, cars and spacecraft. He will serve as co-CEO of the venture, alongside physicist and chemist Vik Bajaj,...

AI training initiative launched for African SMEs

AI and digital trade skills are being made available to 7 500 SMEs on the continent through the AfCFTA Digital Inclusion & Entrepreneurship Programme. The new, free training initiative is a collaboration between Google and the African Continental Free Trade Area...

Top entrepreneurs, SMEs crowned at 2025 SA Small Business Awards

The 17th Annual South African Small Business Awards, hosted by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC), has honoured South Africa’s leading entrepreneurs and small businesses. The event recognised 20 outstanding winners, including Main Category Champions and...

Africa’s Gen Z consumers are reshaping its retail future

Despite the toughest consumer climate in years, Africa’s youngest consumers are powering a potential retail reset that blends digital discovery with hyper-local focus and redefining what it means to consume, connect, and aspire. This is according to Boston Consulting...

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Key technology trends affecting the security sector in 2025

We’ve once again reached the time of year when we look ahead to some of the technology trends that will affect the security sector over the coming 12 months. The pace of change is as fast as ever, write By Johan Paulsson, chief technology officer; Mats Thulin,...

Top cyber security controls for SMEs

There are a multitude of cyber security controls that businesses can implement and leverage to protect against cyber threats, but we’ve selected five of the best that are ideal specifically for SMEs. In today’s digital, data-driven economy, cyber security is the...

Why ITSM is important

IT Service Management (ITSM) has transitioned from a back-office function to a central component of success in today’s digitally driven business environment. By Muggie van Staden, MD of Obsidian Systems Traditionally, ITSM is relied on to ensure IT systems run...

Digitisation helps SMEs to scale and thrive

Small businesses face numerous challenges, from managing cash flow to staying competitive in a crowded market. This is particularly true in South Africa, where small businesses are a vital part of the economy, contributing significantly to employment and GDP. By Colin...

How data helps insurers weather climate risks

A January 2024 article published by the University of KwaZulu-Natal suggests that South Africa has seen a 60% increase in extreme weather events over the past two decades. With extreme weather events like floods, droughts, and storms becoming increasingly common, the...

What does 2025 hold in store for SA enterprises?

As technology continues to evolve, its impact on the way we work, live and innovate grows exponentially. By Doug Woolley, GM and vice-president of Dell Technologies South Africa Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved beyond being just a buzzword. It’s now at the heart...

There’s green and then there’s blockchain green

Greener blockchain, who would have thought?  Blockchain’s very nature sees it consuming a lot of energy; with great power comes great power usage. But here we are, and green blockchain continues to garner significant attention, driven by the heightened awareness of...

Unlock business success with SDN

South African businesses are increasingly recognising the importance of leveraging advanced IT solutions to enhance their operational efficiency and competitiveness. By Amritesh Anand, vice-president and MD: Technology Services Group at In2IT Technologies. Among these...

Building reliable consumer electronics logistics in a volatile state

There has never been a greater need for accurate consumer electronics supply chain management. The product lifecycles for consumer electronics are notoriously short. No sooner has a company brought new technology to market than a more impressive innovation replaces...

Scrum Master LW

Empowering software development teams to apply the Scrum framework and achieve higher levels of Scrum maturity and flow.Stand-ups - Facilitate daily stand-ups.Iteration/sprint planning meetings – Protect the team from over-committing and scope creep. Aid in estimation...

Scrum Master LW – Gauteng Pretoria

Empowering software development teams to apply the Scrum framework and achieve higher levels of Scrum maturity and flow.Stand-ups - Facilitate daily stand-ups.Iteration/sprint planning meetings – Protect the team from over-committing and scope creep. Aid in estimation...

PowerBI Data Analyst

Ready to take your IT career to the next level? A top-tier fast growing manufacturing company in Alberton is on the hunt for a PowerBI Data Analyst who is ready to dive into real-time problem solving and data-driven innovation!Core responsibilities of the position...

PowerBI Data Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg South

Ready to take your IT career to the next level? A top-tier fast growing manufacturing company in Alberton is on the hunt for a PowerBI Data Analyst who is ready to dive into real-time problem solving and data-driven innovation!Core responsibilities of the position...

IT Security Specialist

A global logistics company providing end-to-end supply chain solutions, including air, ocean, road, and rail freight, customs brokerage, cargo insurance, and contract logistics (warehousing/distribution), is seeking an IT Security Specialist who will be responsible...

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