More collaboration, specialisation from cybercriminals
New findings from Trellix's CyberThreat Report: November 2023 from its Advanced Research Centre indicates that collaboration is taking place between ransomware groups and nation-state-backed advanced persistent threat (APT) actors. They are believed to be adopting and...
5G router and gateway sales gain momentum
More than 5,6-million cellular routers and gateways were shipped globally during 2022, at a total market value of approximately $1,4-billion. Annual sales grew at fast rate than shipments at a rate of 19%, reflecting strong customer demand in a constrained supply...
Bizarro banking Trojan goes global
Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new banking malware from Brazil, named Bizarro, targeting 70 banks from different European and South American countries. Last year, Kaspersky researchers saw several banking trojans from South America (Guildma, Javali, Melcoz...
Users warned about Post Office scams
Cybersecurity firm J2 has warned against the rapid increase in Post Office scams, lulling unsuspecting people into believing there is a package for delivery. The email is made to look like a notification from the South African Post Office (SAPO) and prompts the...
SA’s Information Regulator seeks legal advice on WhatsApp privacy policy updates
South Africa's Information Regulation is taking legal advice on WhatsApp's updated privacy policy, which gives more disclosure about use of their personal information to users in the EU than outside it, writes Webber Wentzel's Wendy Tembedza. On 13 May 2021, the...
HPC now more accessible to businesses
High-performance computing (HPC) is increasingly running on the cloud or at the edge, which is reducing its dependency on local data centre infrastructure and placing it within reach of businesses that cannot afford the upfront investment that building a local data...
Vodacom reports increased revenue, earnings
Vodacom Group has reported group revenue up 8,3% to R98,3-billion, supported by service revenue growth of 5,8%, in its preliminary results for the year ended 31 March 2021. South Africa service revenue grew 7%, with consistent growth through the financial year....
DSA lauds Kenya’s TVWS framework
The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance (DSA) has complimented the Communications Authority of Kenya's decision to approve the framework authorising the use of a TV White Space (TVWS). The step will make a significant difference in addressing increasing capacity demands,...
AI seen as key in driving post-Covid business
Recent advances in technology are making artificial intelligence (AI) more accessible than ever - but a lack of AI skills and increasing data complexity are cited as top challenges to AI's adoption. This is among the findings from new research from IBM, which found...
Security, risk management spend to top $150bn
Worldwide spending on information security and risk management technology and services is forecast to grow 12,4% to reach $150,4-billion in 2021, according to the latest forecast from Gartner. Security and risk management spending grew 6,4% in 2020. Gartner analysts...
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Video surveillance demands reliable HDDs
Governments and businesses of all sizes have invested in digital video surveillance and digital CCTV solutions over the years, as part of an all-encompassing security system to protect valuable assets, says Kalvin Subbadu, Components sales manager, WD South Africa....
Fujitsu rolls out ITMaaS offering
Fujitsu has helped enterprises of all sizes and ISVs to gain greater insight into their ICT operations – supporting the modernisation of their infrastructures and their innovation of new business services – with the global availability of Fujitsu IT Management as a...
Aloe named Xerox Dealer of the Year
Bytes Document Solutions (BDS), Africa’s leading document management technology and services company and the largest Xerox distributor in the world, has awarded the Xerox dealer of the year to Aloe Office and Business Equipment. Aloe Office and Business Equipment is a...
CA enhances mainframe performance
CA Southern Africa has announced the release of significant product innovations aimed at performance enhancement in the mainframe environment. CA Cross-Enterprise Application Performance Management 3.0 (CA CE APM) helps IT administrators achieve greater reliability...
Keeping WiFi networks safe and secure
The days of being tethered to a phone cord to be able to access the internet or tap into a company network are long gone. The advent of WiFi, the popular technology which allows electronic devices to exchange data wirelessly via radio waves, is having hotspots...
Panda strengthens cross-platform security
Panda Security has announced the release of Panda Gold Protection, a new solution designed especially to protect users’ data, regardless of the device they’re using - whether it is a PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet. Receiving e-mail, shopping online, staying in touch on...
Information Builders offers cloud hosting
The dedicated South African cloud hosting service launched by New York-based Information Builders will include business intelligence (BI) and integration capabilities. Johan Jurd, MD of InfoBuild, representing Information Builders in SA, says Information Builders’...
Samsung boosts student-centric learning
Adequate education remains a critical issue in South Africa. With remote locations playing a largely negative role in appropriate learner schooling alternative options to traditional classrooms are required. Technology is driving the way forward for many educators and...
Mitel, Vidyo offer cloud telepresence
Mitel and Vidyo have partnered to deliver a single, comprehensive offering that will integrate Vidyo's HD video and telepresence solutions across Mitel's entire line of unified communications and collaborations (UCC) products. Through this reseller and distribution...
Discovery 702 walk route guidance from mapIT
The Discovery 702 Walk the Talk is one of Joburg’s most well-loved and supported outdoor events, attracting 50 000 entrants for the 5km, 8km, 15km and 30km walks. The walk takes place on Sunday 28 July 2013, and for the third year running, mapIT, together with Altech...
Internship – IT Computer Operator at Sintrex Integration Services – Western Cape Bellville
Overview All Sintrex Interns report directly to the Training Manager. Sintrex Interns form part of a 12 month internship programme where they are trained up to be employed into the company. Once successfully employed they will be placed in a junior role which could be...
Senior Software Engineer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Looking for a Senior Software Engineer for a Remote Position. Candidates MUST have Excellent Communication Skills and be well-versed in English as they will be dealing with foreign clients - Communication and Understanding is KEY. Candidates MUST have very strong...
Service Desk Agent I
iOCO Infrastructure Services: Where Challengers and Innovators Thrive. We are currently hiring for the position of Service Desk Agent I to join our IT support team. As a Service Desk Agent I, you will be the first point of contact for technical issues, providing...
Business Analyst
Duties & Responsibilities Facilitate and/or participate in workshops and JAD sessions with stakeholders to determine, analyse and interpret business requirements.Manage the end to end planning and successful deployment of solutions and facilitate software release...
System Analyst
As a Systems Analyst specializing in Software Development, you will be a key liaison between business stakeholders and the software development team. Your primary focus will be on understanding business requirements, translating them into technical specifications, and...
Senior Java Developer – Gauteng Johannesburg
Purpose of the role:We are seeking a Java Spring Developer to join our dynamic development team.As an essential member of our technology department, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining Java Spring applications.Your expertise will...
Snr Data Analyst – Western Cape Cape Town
We are looking for a dynamic Data Analyst to join our team...OverviewThis role is individually accountable for turning data into actionable insights. The incumbent will be responsible for providing first-line analysis and support and escalation of data reconciliation...
Agile Coach/Scrum Master – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Desired Skills: Strong knowledge of Scrum Solid Agile coaching experience Strong Understanding of software development project management Desired Work Experience: 5 to 10 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree About The Employer: - Key deliverables: Scrum Master...
Implemantation Specialist
Qualification: Degree in FinanceAdded advantage: completed articles Experience: 3 - 5 years experience in Treasury or Finance Systems Implemantation Key Responsibilities:Coach and prepare customers for successful rollouts of the applications. Ensure effective transfer...
Field Support Engineer
Seeking More Than Just a Job? Embrace a New Chapter with iOCO Infrastructure Services. We are a leading [industry/sector] company looking for a highly skilled and motivated Field Support Engineer to join our technical support team. As a Field Support Engineer, you...
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