Microsoft, Google top list for Q1 phishing attacks
Check Point Research has released its latest Brand Phishing Ranking for Q1 2024, highlighting the brands most frequently imitated by cybercriminals in their attempts to deceive individuals and steal personal information or payment credentials. In the first quarter of...
Kagiso Trust hackathon bears fruit for municipalities
A Web-based solution to improve data management in local government will undergo further development after being conceived by the winning team at a Kagiso Trust hackathon. A team of young coders dubbed Mzansi Innovators shared a R20 000 prize for their solution which...
Stealer is disguised as games and performs well in search
Even with more ways to play games, from new consoles to in-browser options and mobile games, demand for PC games persists. So does a gamer’s desire to play them for free – often by finding and downloading cracked versions of games. However, such shortcuts often come...
Africa Data Centres in hyperscaler expansion
Africa Data Centres has announced a $500-million plan to build large hyperscale data centres throughout Africa, including the North African countries of Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt. The project will involve building 10 hyperscale data centres, in 10 countries, over the...
Ford’s automated valet makes parking a breeze
The search for a parking space can be a daunting endeavour, and when a space is found, it might be a tight squeeze to get the vehicle in. The solution? Leave that work to the vehicle. As part of a German Association of the Automobile Industry collaboration, Ford has...
Flaws identified in Draft Critical Skills list
The Draft Critical Skills list, published in February this year, will be beset by the old problems as well as some new ones. This is according to Global Migration Group CEO Leon Isaacson who, as chairman of the immigration practitioner’s professional forum in 2010,...
El Salvador approves bitcoin as currency
El Salvador will tomorrow (7 September) become the first country in the world to make bitcoin official legal tender, alongside the US dollar. Nigel Green, chief executive and founder of deVere Group, predits that other nations will soon follow suit,. Currently,...
Europe’s summer air travel falls short
New research from ForwardKeys reveals that international flights to European destinations in July and August reached 39,9% of pre-pandemic levels. This is significantly better than last year (which was 26,6%), when the Covid-19 pandemic caused widespread lockdowns;...
Marketers must re-establish connections with customers, partners, employees
Marketers play a vital role in re-establishing and fortifying connections across the stakeholder landscape - from customers to business partners and employees, according to Gartner. “Now is the moment for marketing leaders to recognize and assert their role as the...
Machine learning will create satellite swarms with a hive mind
Swarms of small satellites could communicate amongst themselves to collect data on important weather patterns at different times of the day or year, and from multiple angles. Such swarms, using machine learning algorithms, could revolutionize scientists’ understanding...
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PCI-DSS compliance: now for everyone
With fraud and cybercrime proliferating, PCI-DSS compliance is an issue businesses of every size need to address, says Perry Hutton, regional director for Africa at Fortinet. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) has been in place for some time,...
Size immaterial when it comes to security
IT security has no respect for size. A hacking group can have hundreds or thousands of members globally, like anonymous, or just a handful, like the group that mounted the successful Eurograbber attacks against banks in 2012 – but in either case, the disruption to the...
RDB keeps Vodacom Mozambique up and running
RDB Consulting is ensuring that Vodacom Mozambique's databases enjoy maximum uptime. The Johannesburg-based database consulting specialist signed a two year contract with BCX Mozambique in April this year to provide monitoring and administration services for the...
SA’s lagging broadband requires action
South Africa currently ranks 123rd in terms of Internet download speed, with an average of 4.03 Megabits per second (Mbps). Furthermore, according to the Net Index results by broadband testing company, Ookla, the country ranks 63rd in cost per Mbps, and averages...
Plan for a successful data migration
Data integration and migration challenges arise every time an organisation moves to a new data system, or wishes to combine multiple data systems, either internally or as a result of a merger, says Gary Allemann, MD at Master Data Management. This is a significant...
IP VPNs – the evolution of communications
Choosing a technology partner provider for your voice, video and data traffic can be complex. This is particularly relevant in business competitive environments where delays, information loss and downtime are truly worst case scenario, says Dean Young, senior sales...
HR technology reinforces management
Technology to regulate human resources (HR) remains one of the fastest growing and most relevant within business management solution development. Today, the emphasis is on big data management and analytics to strengthen operations – with security the first priority....
Customise video communications with APIs
Today’s working environment is more mobile than ever. Employees are no longer bound to their desks but can now work from home, on the road, while travelling, irrespective of what part of the world they are in, says David Sales, head of Product Management at Kathea....
Bytes, OneVault offer biometric solution
Bytes Systems Integration has partnered with authentication service provider OneVault and will integrate OneVault’s hosted voice biometric solutions into its solution offerings. Bytes SI’s main focus lies in providing innovative solutions by integrating products,...
Vivotek, Radwin meet mine challenges
Mines are challenging environments. The terrain where mines operate is unforgiving and working conditions are perilous, so effective technology is essential for improving safety. Even in uncommissioned mines, safety and security is of paramount importance. A new...
SQL Developer – Eastern Cape Gqebera
Our client, a market leader in the IT Industry, based in Port Elizabeth, is currently looking to employ an SQL DeveloperAn awesome career opportunity awaits you!Requirements: Com/Bus Sci (IS); or BSc. (Comp); or B.Tech IT (Software Development).Understanding of SQL...
Personal Data Processing Register Specialist – Gauteng Johannesburg
To identify all processes, products, assets and third parties within a business area (global records or local records) where there is processing of personal information so that risk assessments can be performed and appropriate control measures implemented so that the...
IT Service Delivery Manager – Gauteng Pretoria North
Be the next IT Service Delivery Manager for a cyber security service provider that is renowned for its cutting-edge security solutions and professional services in information and cyber protection, with over two decades of establishment.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain...
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.Net Intermediate Developer wanted for an in-office role in Johannesburg Our client is looking for a .Net Developer in Gauteng for an Ecommerce Platform. This candidate must have experience with Visual Studios, SQL databases and T-SQL and source coding. A degree is...
C# Developer
Calling all KZN-based Developers!!! Are you looking to shake things up and take your career to the next step? This may be the role for you! Our client is looking for individuals with a problem-solving mindset and willingness to go the extra mile while being a...
Solutions Architect
Are you a master of the monetary realm, a sage of the transaction trade, a virtuoso of the payment process? We're searching for a Solutions Architect who can navigate the labyrinth of payment systems with finesse and flair. Experience in the Banking sector and in...
Senior Software Developer
The Software Engineer/Tech Lead will work collaboratively with the Merchant Journey team to drive development of merchant onboarding and dashboard. How you'll be making a difference: Work alongside the team and be a part of the full software development life...
Service Desk Agent
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and providing technical support? We're seeking a highly motivated and customer-oriented Service Desk Agent to join our dynamic [Email Address Removed] a Service Desk Agent, you'll play a crucial role in...
Financial Data Management Specialist
Financial Data Management Specialist required for a reputable company based in East London , Eastern Cape Requirements:Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in finance, accounting, or data management roles.Previous debtors / creditors management experience is beneficial...
Senior Java Developer
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