Pig butchering scams are using AI tools
Sophos has released new findings on CryptoRom scams, a subset of pig butchering (shā zhū pán) schemes designed to trick users of dating apps into making fake cryptocurrency investments. The latest report is "Sha Zhu Pan Scam Uses AI Chat Tool to Target iPhone and...
WhatsApp voice notes can put your company at risk
Using artificial intelligence tools to clone voices has introduced an entirely novel realm of risk for both companies and individuals. Generative AI (genAI) has become a catalyst for change, introducing new ways of doing business, managing data, gathering insights,...
Last chance for SA expatriates to come clean with SARS
South Africans living or working abroad can no longer avoid the long arm of SARS. Under pressure to meet its revenue quotas, the tax authority has started auditing the country's non-compliant expatriates in earnest. "We have been warning expatriates that this was...
Intel introduces on-device facial authentication
Intel has introduced Intel RealSense ID, an on-device solution that combines an active depth sensor with a specialised neural network designed to deliver secure, accurate and user-aware facial authentication. Intel RealSense ID works with smart locks, access control,...
PC sales still on fire
With the pandemic still in full swing, traditional PCs (inclusive of desktops, notebooks, and workstations) were once again an in-demand consumer technology. The fourth quarter of 2020 (4Q20) saw global shipments grow 26,1% year over year to 91,6-million units,...
Some good news on the tech horizon
In 2020, the future of technology arrived faster than anyone could have predicted. So for 2021, trends that might have been projected for 2024 are accelerating to the near horizon. As the pandemic revealed, being prepared for the unexpected is critical. That begins...
As Covid-19 peaks, healthcare comes under cyber-attack
At the end of October 2020, Check Point reported that hospitals and healthcare organisations had been targeted by a rising wave of ransomware attacks, with the majority of attacks using the infamous Ryuk ransomware. This followed a Joint Cybersecurity Advisory issued...
SA users confident they’ve avoided Sunburst, SuperNova hacks
South African users of the software at the centre of a supply chain hack on US government departments appear to be unaffected by the issue, and most have already applied the fixes that will prevent any potential problems. That's the word from Glenn Lazarus, CEO of...
Software updates cut the cost of data breaches
Enterprises in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region with outdated technology can lose 16% more money when they suffer a data breach compared to those who update everything in a timely manner. According to a recent Kaspersky report "How businesses can...
People find new ways to adapt in Covid times
2020 has been a year no one saw coming. Covid-19 has wrought economic, political and emotional chaos, testing the limits of individuals, families, healthcare systems and whole sectors of societies. Yet, as the ninth annual Looking Further with Ford Trends Report*...
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Vox offers free YahClick installation
Vox Telecom will be offering free hardware and installation on its YahClick business and enterprise packages during the month of March. YahClick, a pioneering Ka-band satellite service offered by Vox Telecom, is the answer that many rural businesses and regional...
T3T acquires Antinomy
Times 3 Technologies (T3T) has acquired local ERP software solutions provider Antinomy, with immediate effect. The incorporation of Antinomy into T3T will enable the organisations to realise their combined growth objectives and ensure the best service levels are...
IT channel must keep endpoints secure
IT managers have their hands full when it comes to protecting all of the operating systems and applications that are being used in the workplace today. Not only are attacks from malware and other threats increasing in sophistication and frequency, but the workplace...
Q-KON appointed as Newtec certified partner
Q-KON has been appointed as a member of the global Newtec Business Partner Programme (bePART) and is therefore an official distributor of Newtec satcom products. Newtec is a global provider of equipment used in critical satellite based TV distribution chains. The...
Industry must adapt to trends
The growth of consumerisation scenarios within business is forcing decision makers to adapt to emerging IT consumerisation trends – particularly BYOD (bring your own device). This is the view of executive management of Ukuvuma Solutions, an established South African...
Gemalto highlights NFC at MWC 2013
Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, demonstrated innovative NFC applications at this year's Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain. This proof of concept for enterprise applications transform mobile phones into secure and convenient identification...
Finance to go truly social in 2013
Next year personal financial management will move into an entirely new phase of development. Service providers within this competitive space say the continuous focus on research and development and rollout of offerings has helped lay the foundation for growth – and...
Alcatel expands OpenTouch Suite
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has announced the expansion of its OpenTouch Suite that supports mid- and large enterprises as they make the experience of the many new faces of conversations available to customers, partners and employees. The OpenTouch Suite 1.2 offers more...
Will the next Einstein come from Africa?
South Africa is calling for improvements in education, especially in the fields of mathematics, science and technology, says Eskom group executive of Sustainability, Dr Steve Lennon. At the same time, the global economy is under enormous pressure which is forcing...
Esquire expands CCTV product range
As part of its ongoing diversification drive, Esquire Technologies – the digital and lifestyle distributor – has expanded its range of K Guard-branded CCTV and security products. According to Asgar Mahomed, MD of Esquire Technologies, over the past two years K Guard...
Developer – C# (MASTER) (1001885) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Responsibilities: Deliver code that is functional, understandable, maintainable and testable. Work closely with analysts, documenters and testers. Automated testing of features developed. Deliver technical documentation as and when required. Act as a mentor to...
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Full-stack Developer Stable company in the manufacturing industry in George, Western Cape Experience: 3-4 Years +.If you only have backend exp, you should be open to learn new technologies for front-end as well. Key Responsibilities/Duties/Qualities: Review/Test/Fix...
Technical Product Manager
As a Technical Product Owner, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and management of technical products within our organization. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, designers, and stakeholders, to...
Developer – OpenEdge at Parvana Recruitment
Client Details:Our client has grown steadily since the 1990's without ever retrenching anyone. They hire for attitude and train for skill. Most staff have been there for over 10 years. Flexi-time, generous bonuses and the opportunity to learn and continuously evolve...
Developer – AWS (Senior) (1003092) at Parvana Recruitment
Parvana Responsibilities: Responsible for the development and building of a new robust system. Working closely with the leadership team to execute the company's technology strategy. Mentoring and providing general design guidance. Creating appropriate estimates and...
Software Developer – Western Cape George
Full-stack Developer Stable company in the manufacturing industry in George, Western Cape Experience: 3-4 Years +.If you only have backend exp, you should be open to learn new technologies for front-end as well. Key Responsibilities/Duties/Qualities: Review/Test/Fix...
Technical Product Manager – Gauteng Johannesburg
As a Technical Product Owner, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and management of technical products within our organization. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, designers, and stakeholders, to...
Developer – OpenEdge at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
Client Details:Our client has grown steadily since the 1990's without ever retrenching anyone. They hire for attitude and train for skill. Most staff have been there for over 10 years. Flexi-time, generous bonuses and the opportunity to learn and continuously evolve...
Developer – AWS (Senior) (1003092) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Parvana Responsibilities: Responsible for the development and building of a new robust system. Working closely with the leadership team to execute the company's technology strategy. Mentoring and providing general design guidance. Creating appropriate estimates and...
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C# Developers - Springs (2 Senior and 1 Mid-level)Remote/Hybrid to be considered Our client is looking for excellent developers with a real passion for making a difference and being exposed to the latest technologiesPermanent position. So, what's your mission? You'll...
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