BlockFi bankruptcy raises risk of crypto phishing
Kaspersky has detected a wave of phishing attacks preying on former customers of the bankrupt crypto lending platform BlockFi. These scams leverage the ongoing distribution of customer assets following BlockFi's 2022 bankruptcy, tricking victims into surrendering...
SA’s top young scientists to compete in the IRIS Global Symposium in India
Four of South Africa’s finest young scientists will represent the country at the Initiative for Research and Innovation in STEM (IRIS) Global Symposium in India, where they will showcase their scientific brilliance. The learners were top achievers at last October’s...
Hybrid working can help to reduce employee burnout
The vast majority of workers who have shifted to a hybrid model say that it has helped them to greatly reduce burnout in their working lives, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). The study, undertaken among more than 1 000 hybrid...
OpenAI and Broadcom ink deal for AI chips
OpenAI and Broadcom have announced a collaboration for 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators. OpenAI will design the accelerators and systems, which will be developed and deployed in partnership with Broadcom. By designing its own chips and systems, OpenAI can embed...
Resellers: Make your voice heard
Voting has officially opened for the South African IT distribution channel’s most prestigious awards – the Channelwise Awards 2025 – where resellers and partners get the chance to rate and reward their top distributors and vendors. “Over the years, the Channelwise...
EU’s Chat Control threatens the most secure messaging apps
Security specialists Surfshark say that its study of popular messaging apps reveals 90% of them use end-to-end encryption. But while some messaging apps are highly committed to user privacy, their efforts might not be sustainable in the long-run. Surfshark says the...
Unlocking the potential of biodegradable circuit boards
Looking to cut down on the electronic waste produced by traditional printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineers from the University of Glasgow and Jiva Materials are collaborating to develop more environmentally friendly, biodegradable boards for use in wireless...
Limpopo’s ambitious project to tackle e-waste
Discarded electronic devices and appliances are now the fastest growing waste stream in the world and, recognising International e-Waste Day today (14 October), Limpopo province will be reinforcing the message of safe disposal and recycling with its E-Waste for Youth...
Gen Z rewrites SA’s fight against hunger
Ahead of World Food Day, South Africa’s hunger crisis just met its next wave of disruption: 60 of the country’s smartest Gen Z innovators spent a week hacking one of the nation’s toughest problems - child hunger - and emerged with breakthrough, tech-powered ideas that...
World Robot Olympiad expands in Africa
The World Robot Olympiad (WRO), one of the world’s largest robotics competitions, has expanded significantly across Africa. From just five countries in 2020, WRO is now active in 14 countries with more than 40 000 young participants in the 2025 season. More than 2 000...
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Young Saffers lead with homegrown environmental tech solutions
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Peach Payments makes innovative tech startups list
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Emirates cabin crew to step into the virtual world for safety training
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Westcon-Comstor boosts profitability
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Nutanix hosts first Cloud Day in Lagos
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New CTO for Obscure Technologies
Obscure Technologies has announced the appointment of Philip Francis as chief technology officer. Francis brings 15 years of experience in the IT industry to the role having gained expertise in networking, infrastructure and securing the enterprise. “Philip has a...
Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Business Analyst (Student Information Systems) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a well-established and highly regarded South African software development company that develops, supports and consults software solutions for the academic sector. With offices in Jhb and Cape Town, they are progressive with regard to...
Data Analyst Graduate
Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...
Project Manager
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To execute the approved scope by managing the end-to-end process through all project phases. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASProject ManagementTo manage financial aspects of projectsTo manage project related risksTo manage project related...
Data Analyst Graduate – Remote Remote
Well known medical / pharmaceutical company based in Johannesburg North requires a Graduate to join their team for a 12 month learnership programme, starting in January 2026.Required Qualifications/Skills:Completed Degree in Information / Business Systems or...
Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To execute the approved scope by managing the end-to-end process through all project phases. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASProject ManagementTo manage financial aspects of projectsTo manage project related risksTo manage project related...
Network Engineer at Milkor
About the RoleWe're looking for an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in aviation network systems design and development. This role is ideal for engineers who can architect, implement, and optimise complex networks tailored for aviation operations....
Network Engineer at Milkor – Western Cape Cape Town
About the RoleWe're looking for an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in aviation network systems design and development. This role is ideal for engineers who can architect, implement, and optimise complex networks tailored for aviation operations....
Software Test Analyst
Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...
Software Test Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Our client is seeking a Test Analyst to form part of a project implementation and support team and working directly with the organisation's staff and product vendors to carry out software testing responsibilities. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring...
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