Defences improve, but ransomware still threatens SA businesses

Almost two-thirds (63%) of ransomware incidents in South Africa resulted in data being encrypted over the past year, according to the new State of Ransomware in South Africa 2026 report from Sophos. This is above the global average of 56% and an increase from the 60%...

20 years on and gender gap parity is fracturing

Twenty years after the World Economic Forum first measured the global gender gap, the world is closer to parity than ever, but progress is fragile, with gains reversing in some areas, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2026. Women now reach senior leadership in...

Unemployed are least likely to prioritise betting spending-limit tools

The online betting group most likely to prioritise debt repayment with a windfall is also the group least likely to ask regulators or operators for spending controls, according to new research from Softswiss. Fewer than four in 10 unemployed South Africans think...

AI-first enterprises will win big if they do it right

Kathy Gibson reports - Enterprises that are reshaping and reinventing business domains around artificial intelligence (AI) are on track to experience great return on investment (ROI) and become more competitive. But there is a currently a big disconnect between AI...

Search is on the talented women in science

The Foundation L'Oréal, in partnership with UNESCO, has announced the sixth edition of the Women in Science Young Talent Search in South Africa. The initiative calls for outstanding female researchers under the age of 40 from diverse scientific fields including Formal...

Jaguar Land Rover trials digital supply chain using blockchain

Jaguar Land Rover has trialled the use of secure blockchain technology to ensure full transparency within a sustainable leather supply chain. In what is believes is a world-first, Jaguar Land Rover partnered with supply chain traceability provider Circulor, UK leather...

Digital currencies for business under the spotlight in 2022

A September 2021 survey of 251 CFOs and other finance leaders revealed that 47% intend to assess digital currencies for business in 2022, according to Gartner. A February poll centred on bitcoin adoption showed 84% of finance leaders said they would never hold bitcoin...

Zero-day exploit for Windows OS discovered

Over the last few months, Kaspersky's automated detection technologies prevented a series of attacks using an elevation of privilege exploit on multiple Microsoft Windows servers. Upon closer analysis into the attack, Kaspersky researchers discovered a new zero-day...

One-fifth of the world’s companies are retail or trade

Covid-19 has had a huge impact on the global retail industry, with thousands of stores, supermarkets, and shopping malls closed amid the lockdowns. Some retailers may have coped with this new situation better than others, but it has undoubtedly caused a financial...

Challenges ahead for managed service providers

As enterprises continue their transition to the cloud, the opportunities and roles for managed service providers (SPs) have expanded and grown more complex. At the same time, the managed cloud services market has become more competitive as organizations increasingly...

SA in the spotlight as top malware target

Kathy Gibson reports – Cybercrooks have been busy in the first half of 2021 – and there are no signs that they are slowing down. Trend Micro’s 2021 Midyear Security Roundup report reveals there are dangerous vulnerabilities across different types of devices and...

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Backing up from a storage snapshot

How frequently you back up determines how much data you’ll lose if something goes wrong – so any technology that allows more frequent backup without interrupting the flow of work is a good thing, says Warren Olivier, Regional Corporate Account Manager of Veeam...

Reconciliation as a strategic advantage

Many retailers are implementing Value Added Services (VAS) in an effort to enhance the customer experience, to generate incremental revenue, and to ultimately gain a competitive advantage, says Ian Steyn, executive : Products and Sales at Innervation Value Added...

Cisco launches application-centric solutions

Application-centric infrastructure is set to help businesses in South Africa unlock new routes to innovation and profit, Cisco has announced. “A new paradigm shift driven by cloud, mobility and big data is redefining IT, with the Web-based economy shifting to an...

LG G2 offers new features

The LG G2 has officially launched in South Africa. Based on LG’s research of consumer lifestyles and behaviours, this smartphone offers users more real-life benefits than any other phone. One of the most outstanding changes is the practical user experience (UX) of the...

Water management solutions needed in SA

Wasting water in a country that’s as dry as South Africa is almost a sin, and a very expensive one at that. But while there’s growing awareness around the need to protect and conserve the country’s water resources, at consumer level,-millions of litres are lost every...

Standard Bank app arrives for Nokia Lumia

There is a rush of new great applications coming to the Windows Phone Store, and one of South Africa’s leading banks have added theirs to the growing catalogue. The Standard Bank app brings a wide range of features designed to make on-the-go banking easy and secure....

Secure operating environment key for cloud

Increasing levels of adoption of the cloud is driving urgency around the need for a secure operating environment and the skills necessary to maintain this environment. Cloud services experts like Gavin Lingenfelder, cloud services lead at Pamoja, believe good...

School-leavers do have choices

According to Statistics South Africa the country’s unemployment figure now stands at 25,06% and competition for jobs, particularly in sectors such as ICT, retail and manufacturing, is on the rise. HR and recruitment specialists believe that the more information about...

Ericsson to showcase Radio Dot System

The recently launched Ericsson Radio Dot System, a disc-shaped cellular radio that is small enough to fit a person’s hand, will be showcased at Ericsson’s stand during the 2013 edition of AfricaCom, scheduled to take place at the Cape Town International Convention...

Automotive industry needs SCM

The South African automotive sector is plagued by uncontrollable factors such as strike and labour action, port delays due to weather and congestion, unreliable rail infrastructure and high costs for road transportation. This is according to Rob Williams, Business...

Frontend Developer at Datonomy Solutions

As an Intermediate Frontend Developer, you will have a pivotal role in developing and implementing user interfaces for our web applications. You will collaborate closely with our design and backend development teams to craft seamless and engaging user experiences....

Senior Business Analyst – Clearing – Gauteng Edenburg

Minimum requirements:Bachelors degree or Diploma in IT or EngineeringBusiness Analyst Certification from a reputable institution+7 years experience in the BA field with a focus on CLEARING Candidates must come from the Financial SectorClearing Knowledge a mustGather...

DevOps – Gauteng Menlyn

Are you a talented DevOps Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technology and a knack for cloud-based solutions? Are you ready to be part of an iconic brand's journey towards innovation and excellence? If so, our client is looking for you to join their dynamic...

Technical Support Specialist – Gauteng Midrand

Ready to Escape the Mundane? Join iOCO Infrastructure Services for a Journey Beyond Work.We are seeking a Technical Support Specialist who possesses strong technical aptitude coupled with excellent communication skills to effectively troubleshoot and resolve problems....

Frontend Developer at Datonomy Solutions – Gauteng Johannesburg

As an Intermediate Frontend Developer, you will have a pivotal role in developing and implementing user interfaces for our web applications. You will collaborate closely with our design and backend development teams to craft seamless and engaging user experiences....

Project Manager IT

Key Result Areas : Establish & operate planning standards & controlsProactively monitor progress, resolve issues, and initiate appropriate corrective actionRoll-up & analysis to program-level plan.Highlights variances to baseline commitments.Support...

Senior IT Administrator

Our client in the Manufacturing Industry, based in City Deep (JHB South), is currently looking to employ a Senior IT Administrator. An exciting career opportunity awaits you!Requirements:A minimum of 3 years' experience in a desktop support role. A+ / N+ - MS...

ODOO Developer

Our BI & ICT Consulting client (German) is seeking an experienced Odoo developer to join their SA-based team. Work from home anywhere in SA for this German organisation.As an Odoo developer, you will be responsible for developing and customizing Odoo modules to...

IT Support Technician

A small business based in Durban is seeking a knowledgeable IT Support Technician to join their team. You will be responsible for all IT Support related tasks for the business. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel to the office...

Project Manager IT – Gauteng Bryanston

Key Result Areas : Establish & operate planning standards & controlsProactively monitor progress, resolve issues, and initiate appropriate corrective actionRoll-up & analysis to program-level plan.Highlights variances to baseline commitments.Support...

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