New malware steals passwords under the guise of AI
A new ongoing malware campaign that exploits the growing popularity of AI tools by disguising itself as an AI voice generator has been discovered by Kaspersky. The malware uses GitHub to store password-protected archives as the final payload. This payload contains...
Apple trails in AI patents; Google leads with 870
Big tech firms are scooping up most of the AI patent rights - but Apple is falling behind its counterparts with a notable gap. According to Stocklytics.com, Apple pegged 142 patents to its name in 2023, less than a quarter of Google's total patents. The site's...
Stronger security needed for IoT solutions
Most businesses face security challenges when deploying Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Most of those polled by Inmarsat research say the fear of external cyber-attacks and poor network security are their two biggest concerns, underlining the need for stronger...
SA to see rise in exports
Global supply-chain disruptions could remain high until H2 2022 amid renewed Covid-19 outbreaks around the world, China’s sustained zero-Covid policy and demand and logistic volatility during Chinese New Year. This is according to the Euler Hermes Global Trade Report,...
MSPs are hurt by supply chain attacks
According to a recent Kaspersky survey, 28% of managed service providers (MSPs) reported that a massive supply chain attack on an MSP software provider, revealed in December 2020, had affected their organisation in some way. The breach also had a wider impact on the...
Manufacturing sector faces ‘stop-start’ recovery
Risks related to the fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic and uncertainty regarding load shedding continue to weigh on local manufacturers, despite positive news regarding domestic and export sales volumes as well as fixed investment levels, the Q4 Absa Manufacturing...
New MD for HPE SA as Ntuli moves to regional role
Sandile Dube has been appointed as acting-MD for Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) in South Africa, effective 1 January 2022. Current MD President Ntuli has been promoted to a pan-regional role as director of HPE GreenLake Cloud Services across the UK, Ireland, Middle...
Supply constraints challenge growing PC, tablet markets
With 2021 nearing a close, global shipments of Traditional PCs are forecast to reach 344,7-million units, according to the latest forecast from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. While annual shipments are...
Chip shortages will drive automotive OEMs to make their own
By 2025, chip shortages and trends such as electrification and autonomy will drive 50% of the top 10 automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to design their own chips, according to Gartner. As a result, it will give them control over their product roadmap...
Study finds which data-driven security practices work
Security teams that have a modern, cloud-based IT are more likely to maintain pace of business, as it's twice as likely their technology is kept up to date. This is one of the findings from Cisco's latest cybersecurity report, Security Outcomes Study Volume 2, which...
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Phoenix offers Parallels software
Leading distributor of software products in sub-Saharan Africa, Phoenix Distribution, has announced the availability of a variety of award-winning Parallels software. Parallels, a global leader in cross-platform solutions, provides businesses, educational institutions...
Complex IT security outpaces in-house skills
The ever-growing complexity of IT security technologies will continue to push more companies to outsource IT security to managed service providers. The average company just doesn’t have the skills in-house to manage and maintain increasingly-sophisticated security...
DCC appoints new Huawei PM
Distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has appointed Zubair Loonat as its new Huawei Enterprise product manager (PM). Loonat will focus on the entire Huawei Enterprise suite of products including servers, storage, switches, security, unified communications (UC)...
Adapt IT automates UTi’s credit notes
UTi has engaged with Adapt IT to automate their credit note management system. UTi recognised that accuracy and effective reporting functionality are key to a good credit note management system and by replacing its manual system with an automated one could result in...
BYOD catches SA companies by surprise
Organisations in South Africa have been caught on the proverbial back foot when it comes to one of the fastest growing trends in the local IT industry: BYOD. With the fast-rising adoption of smart devices in SA, the percentage of those users connecting to their...
Can you trust self-signed SSL certificates?
The problem of verifying identity, and being able to trust that verified identity, has only worsened as internet usage has increased, and usernames and passwords have become more valuable, says Megan Rehbock, LAWtrust, certificate service manager. Security measures...
New Latitude Rugged Extreme range from Dell
Dell has announced the launch of both the Latitude 14 Rugged Extreme notebook and the Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme convertible notebook for customers who require powerful solutions that can survive unforgiving conditions. “With new ground-up design and industry-first...
SAV Credit uses Aspect’s WFM solution
Leading store card and credit card provider SAV Credit has chosen Aspect Workforce Management (WFM) version 8.0 for its new Leeds-based contact centre. Aspect Software’s technology will enable SAV Credit to effectively manage its agents for improved efficiency and...
Genesys acquires Solariat
Genesys has announced that it has acquired the assets of the Solariat business, a social customer care and analytics platform company. With the Solariat acquisition, Genesys is further extending its social media engagement capabilities to help organisations deliver...
Wireless networking solutions from Motorola
Westcon is pleased to announce that vendor partner Motorola Solutions has announced the availability of three new wireless network management solutions, namely the VX 9000, NX 7500 and the EX 3500. In a direct response to customer needs, Motorola is now offering new...
Project Manager at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:This award winning software company has offices in the US, UK and South Africa. You will join a talented team of curious, creative and driven individuals who are dedicated to empowering organisations to overcome various business challenges using their...
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ENVIRONMENT:CREATE and implement scalable data architectures, develop and optimize ETL processes while ensuring the availability, quality and integrity of data throughout the organization of a leading Group operating a portfolio of leading responsible travel companies...
Junior IT Support Engineer – Eastern Cape Port Elizabeth
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IFS Tester – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Join our dynamic team as a IFS Tester, where innovation meets impact! At the forefront of global strategy, our Consulting company in Cape Town invites you to pioneer change and shape industries. Elevate your career with unparalleled opportunities and be part of a...
Ruby on Rails Developer (CPT/JHB Hybrid)
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Accountant / Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
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