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Africa is moderately ready to face escalating cyber threats
African organisations demonstrate a moderate level of readiness in security culture. This is according to KnowB4's 2024 Security Culture Report for Africa, which provides a detailed analysis of the intricate relationship between security practices and employee...
African markets are still innovating despite liquidity struggles
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Crypto wallet theft on NFT marketplace thwarted
Check Point Research (CPR) identified critical security flaws in OpenSea which, if left unpatched, could allow hackers to hijack user accounts and steal entire cryptocurrency wallets by crafting malicious NFTs. OpenSea is known as the world's largest NFT marketplace,...
Dating apps used in trading scam
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Ransomware pandemic rages alongside Covid-19
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BCX Digital Innovation Awards 2021 announces shortlisted nominees
This year the BCX Digital Innovation Awards received 61 entries, made up of 45 SME and 16 Large Enterprise entries. "BCX understands that innovation is not an end-point, but an evolving, constant journey that requires hard work and collaboration as much as it does...
Icy ‘glue’ may control pace of Antarctic ice-shelf breakup
As the ice-and-snow rubble known as mélange melts in Antarctica's ice shelves, rifts can grow and icebergs break off even in the brutal cold of winter. Researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the University of California, Irvine, have discovered an ice...
Who will keep the connectivity lights on when ICASA flips the switch?
South Africans who work from home, study online and try to keep their businesses alive rely on connectivity, without which it all ends. By Paul Colmer, exco member of Wireless Access Providers Association (WAPA) "Digital loadshedding" is small-fry compared with...
Worldwide PC shipments up just 1%
Worldwide PC shipments totaled 84,1-million units in the third quarter of 2021, an increase of 1% from the third quarter of 2020, according to preliminary results by Gartner. As Covid-19 vaccines become more widely available, consumer and educational spending began to...
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Use failures to boost security
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Technical Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client: Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance investor engagement and retention. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team...
Programmer
Desired Experience C, C# & C++PythonExternal and Internal networksInternet APHardware integration with Raspberry Pi controllers, ESP32 and Scada systemsRS485/232CAN busMinimum 3 years relevant experience. Desired Skills: Programming Software Programming Raspberry...
Intermediate Software Developer – Cape Town
3 years of Experience IT Diploma/Degree is advantageous Industry Related certificated Retail industry experience is advantageous. Stable work history Proven track record of successful implementation Main Language (JavaScript, C#, SQL) Containerization Experience with...
IT Project Manager
Are you passionate about leading projects and driving successful outcomes? We're looking for a motivated IT Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to manage diverse IT projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...
Scrum Master (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Programmer – Gauteng The Willows
Desired Experience C, C# & C++PythonExternal and Internal networksInternet APHardware integration with Raspberry Pi controllers, ESP32 and Scada systemsRS485/232CAN busMinimum 3 years relevant experience. Desired Skills: Programming Software Programming Raspberry...
Intermediate Software Developer – Cape Town – Western Cape Cape Town
3 years of Experience IT Diploma/Degree is advantageous Industry Related certificated Retail industry experience is advantageous. Stable work history Proven track record of successful implementation Main Language (JavaScript, C#, SQL) Containerization Experience with...
IT Project Manager – Gauteng Kempton Park
Are you passionate about leading projects and driving successful outcomes? We're looking for a motivated IT Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to manage diverse IT projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...
Scrum Master (Junior) at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
About our client:Our client offers financial service solutions helping their clients achieve their dreams. With an emphasis on culture fit, they boast a dedicated team of over 600 employees, many with over a decade of tenure. They have built their culture on a feeling...
Project Manager
The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating internal resources and vendors for the flawless execution of projects, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget.REQUIREMENTS:Relevant degree or qualification in Project...
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