HP catches cybercriminals cat-phishing users
Cyberattackers are relying on open redirects, overdue invoice lures, and Living-off-the-Land (LotL) techniques to sneak past defences, according to HP's quarterly HP Wolf Security Threat Insights Report. The report provides an analysis of real-world cyberattacks...
New zero-day vulnerability in Windows
Kaspersky researchers have identified a new zero-day vulnerability in Windows - designated CVE-2024-30051. The discovery was made while Boris Larin and Mert Degirmenci were investigating the Windows DWM Core Library Elevation of Privilege vulnerability...
Global smartphone sales in Q3 decline
Global smartphone sales to end-users declined 6,8% in the third quarter of 2021, compared to the same time period in 2020, according to Gartner. Component shortages disrupted production schedules, leading to lower inventory and delayed product availability, which...
Digitalisation key to improving SMEs chances of success
Approximately 75% of South Africa's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) fail within the first five years. And these companies contribute only 25% to gross domestic product (GDP) when compared to 60% in more developed economies. This is the word from Lunga Siyo, CEO of...
Resilient systems key to infrastructure and operations success
In a world where constant change is becoming routine, Gartner urges infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders to shift their traditional focus from efficiency to one of adaptive resilience. "I&O leaders must re-imagine how they manage their talent, their...
Record quarter for AMD computer and graphics segment
AMD is a household name among gamers. It benefitted from the boost in engagement the gaming industry experienced in 2020, and which has clearly carried over the momentum into 2021. According to data presented by Wette.de, in Q3 2021, AMD recorded its largest ever...
Smart gas meter penetration hits 33% in Europe
According to a new report from the IoT analyst firm Berg Insight, the installed base of smart gas meters in Europe amounted to 39-million units in 2020, equal to a penetration rate of 33%. The installed base will continue to grow at a compound annual growth rate of...
Pandemic highlights the threat of interconnected risks
With ransomware attacks filling the headlines and the Covid-19 pandemic pushing organisations to embrace remote working and online business models, cyber security has become a top-of-mind concern for many business leaders. It should come as no surprise, then, that...
SA in need of a growth mandate
While the pandemic may not be over, the major economies are shifting their mindset and focusing increasingly on the potential risks and rewards of a more sustainable long-term recovery and route to sustainable growth. This is one of the trends spotted by chief...
CFO 4.0 instrumental in building the factory of the future
The manufacturing chief financial officer (CFO) will play a critical strategic, innovative and financial role in the business moving forward. A Syspro study into the CFO 4.0, which was conducted in July to September 2021, assessed the sentiment amongst senior level...
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Big data, big benefits
Most companies have heard about big data, and are vaguely aware of the benefits. Unfortunately, it remains a "nice idea" but one whose benefits are not well understood. Gerald Naidoo, CEO of Logikal Consulting, takes a look at some of the very real benefits big data...
Integrity key when selecting employees
The public broadcaster has become an open joke. Earlier this month, SABC employees were again found to have fraudulent matric documents, with more than 2 200 staffers without a shred of proof that they had passed high school. In fact, a senior finance administrator...
Farmers use TruTeq for wireless security
TruTeq Devices, which provides wireless connectivity solutions to all market sectors – including the likes of Eskom and Sasol – is to increase its focus on the farming sector in South Africa after providing various wireless solutions to “thousands of farmers” over the...
Ricoh reduces Waterlinx’s IT support calls
WaterLinx, the national swimming pool, spa, koi, and solar products supplier, has cut costs significantly in its document environment, reduced IT support calls by 30% and gained ease-of-use and improved employee use of its document environment by employing Ricoh SA’s...
Is your WiFi carrier grade?
The good news is that WiFi is finally taking its rightful place in the industry. The bad news – not all WiFi is made equal. This is the sentiment of Ruckus Wireless, a global supplier of advanced wireless systems for the rapidly expanding mobile Internet...
Quintica appoints new MD for Africa
Global ICT specialist company Quintica is pleased to announce the appointment of Kerry Evans as MD for its African operations, Quintica Africa. Evans previously held the position of managing director of the company’s South African operation. The announcement will see...
ADT Security launches GPS-driven app
ADT Security has launched a GPS-driven application using smartphone technology to extend its service of monitoring and response beyond the home or business premises to track and locate individuals in an emergency and dispatch the relevant response team. The ADT FindU...
Smart FM outsourcing needs Six Sigma
When it comes to facility management (FM), driving efficiencies up and costs down is a major objective. Outsourcing FM can offer a considerable advantage, but doing it without first performing a technical due diligence can be both risky and expensive, says Daniel...
Spam still a business bugbear
Spam has long-been a bugbear for business – chewing bandwidth, clogging-up inboxes, and a spoke in the wheel of employee productivity. Despite improvements in anti-spam technologies over the years, spam messages still manage to slip by, and valid e-mails are lost....
Dell ultrabooks for the mobile generation
Form meets function in the new Dell Latitude 7000 series of ultrabooks from distributor Drive Control Corporation (DCC). These stylish machines are available in 12-inch and 14-inch models, featuring 4th Generation Intel Core Processors, Windows 8 Pro and optional...
Software Architect – Gauteng Johannesburg
Are you a skilled Solution Architect looking for your next challenge? Our team is looking for someone like you to help shape the future of tech! You'll work with a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about innovation and are dedicated to providing the...
IOS Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
This position reports to the Mobile Engineering Team Lead. Help design, develop and refine new featuresLocate and resolve bugs and crashesBrainstorm new ideas and conceptsWork with teammates on design, code reviews, and estimationWe expect you to:Be...
Field Support Engineer – Mpumalanga Secunda
Yearning for More in Your Career? iOCO Infrastructure Services Invites You to Explore Possibilities. We are seeking a Field Support Engineer to join our team. As a Field Support Engineer, you'll be responsible for resolving complex technical issues and ensuring that...
Senior Software Developer
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Our client is awesome. And they are on the hunt for a strong Java Team Lead.Based in Melrose Arch, you will be part of a team of top notch professionals who are team orientated and collaborative in their approach. Flexibility is offered, but team culture and...
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Senior Software Developer – Gauteng Sandton
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Junior Software Developer (C#.Net) – Western Cape Tokai
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