Banking crime losses decline, but AI poses major threat

The South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) has released its Annual Crime Statistics for 2024, reflecting a significant decline in financial crime losses - but also warning of the growing threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in fraud schemes. In...

Agentic AI to dominate IT budget expansion

Year-over-year (YoY) spending, between 2025 and 2029 for artificial intelligence (AI) will grow by 31,9%, according to data from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Artificial Intelligence IT Spending Market Forecast. This investment, driven by the...

IBM and AMD join forces to build quantum-centric supercomputer

IBM and AMD have announced plans to develop next-generation computing architectures based on the combination of quantum computers and high-performance computing, known as quantum-centric supercomputing. The companies are collaborating to develop scalable, open-source...

Task-specific AI agents set for rapid adoption into enterprise apps

A significant 40% of enterprise applications will be integrated with task-specific AI agents by 2026, up from fewer than 5% today, according to Gartner. As organisations accelerate digital transformation, agentic AI in enterprise applications will move beyond...

TIA and Sedfa accelerating SA’s startup and SME ecosystem

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) and the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) looking to create a more integrated and supportive environment for innovators and Micro, Small, and Medium...

FNB warns about new fraud

FNB has warned the public about a fraud that involves criminals selling FNB Business Accounts to individuals who reside outside the borders of South Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe and Mozambique. The fraud sees criminals falsely presenting themselves as FNB...

Mental disorders shorten life expectancy of people with HIV

A new international study led by researchers from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and the University of Bern has found that people living with HIV who also have a mental disorder live, on average, three to five years shorter than people with HIV who do not have a...

BankservAfrica rebrands as PayInc

BankservAfrica has launched its new identity, marking a decisive shift in its role at the centre of South Africa’s payments landscape. Now PayInc, the rebrand represents more than a change of name. It reflects a renewed purpose, positioning the leading payments...

Agentic AI to dominate IT budget expansion

Year-over-year (YoY) spending, between 2025 and 2029 for artificial intelligence (AI) will grow by 31,9%, according to data from the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Worldwide Artificial Intelligence IT Spending Market Forecast. This investment, driven by the...

Global gaming PC spend set for growth

The world is spending more on gaming PCs and laptops than ever, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. A massive gaming user base and the growing esports audience have kept demand strong even when global PC sales hit the brakes. Cutting-edge...

Nvidia earnings show shift from ‘hyper growth to high growth’

Nvidia’s latest results underscore a turning point for markets: the AI leader is moving from hyper growth to high growth, says Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. The company reported second-quarter earnings that beat expectations, with adjusted EPS of $1.04 on revenue...

DDOS continues to dominate the digital battlefield

DDoS attacks have evolved into precision-guided weapons of geopolitical influence capable of destabilising critical infrastructure, according to new research from NetScout, with hacktivist groups like NoName057(16) orchestrating hundreds of coordinated strikes each...

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SA talent helps to alleviate port bottlenecks

As ports continue to rank among the worst in the world and road infrastructure buckles under pressure, local innovators are building the tech solutions we need to steer the country’s logistics and fleet industries toward a smarter, faster future. Daniel Novitzkas,...

CASA Software drives AIOps in SA enterprises

Artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps) is gaining traction in South Africa businesses as organisations strive to automate and optimise IT operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. “AIOps leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI),...

TCL scoops five EISA awards

TCL has clinched five EISA awards. The TCL 98-inch C8K earned the “EISA Statement TV 2025–2026” award, while the TCL 85C9K claimed the “EISA Home Theatre Mini LED TV 2025–2026” title. The TCL 75C7K was named as the “EISA Family TV 2025–2026”, the TCL 55C6K took...

WeThinkCode_ graduates stand out in the job market

Tuition-free software development academy WeThinkCode_ is celebrating the graduation of its 2025 class. This year, 361 students graduated across four campuses: 189 in Johannesburg, 67 in Cape Town, 73 in Durban, and 32 from CJC Parktown. The average pass rate stood at...

TCL offers 5G smartphone without a premium price

TCL has launched the TCL 60R 5G smartphone in South Africa. Available from September at participating retail stores, the TCL 60R is priced at R2 299 on prepaid. With 5G connectivity, TCL NXTURBO, and RAM expansion technology, the TCL 60R 5G is pitched as an...

Think you’re too small to be hacked? Think again

For years, small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) have convinced themselves they’re “not a target”. No one’s trying to breach the corner bakery, the local law firm, or the regional logistics company - right? Wrong. By Kurt Goodall, technical director of Troye Hackers...

Hisense wins international EISA awards

Hisense has won six awards at the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). This year’s recognition, based on independent testing, spans across Hisense’s TVs, laser projectors and wireless sound systems. “These awards highlight Hisense’s position as a global...

RS South Africa partners with Qhubeka to empower learners

RS South Africa has partnered with Qhubeka Charity through the Inqolobane Trust, to make a difference in the lives of South African learners. Through its bicycle donation initiative, 354 bicycles have been distributed to date, empowering students to access education...

Companies rethink putting all their eggs in one tech basket

The recent wave of Microsoft SharePoint breaches, allegedly carried out by Chinese state-sponsored hackers, has brought a stark reality into sharp focus: Being “all-in” with one big tech vendor doesn’t guarantee safety or resilience. In fact, it can make you a bigger...

Is SA ready for the connected TV tipping point?

As audiences move from broadcast to CTV, the real question is when local advertisers will catch up.  By Leslie Adams, sales director at Reach Africa For decades, television was the heavyweight of media spend. If you wanted mass reach, you bought primetime TV. Simple....

Senior Qlik BI Consultant

Companies of all sizes successfully rely on our client's management and IT consulting to solve relevant BI, planning and digitization challenges efficiently, modernly and reliably. They combine the strategic vision and commitment of a founder-managed company with the...

Junior Data Scientist – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Junior Data Scientist tto join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 6-months contract role.What you will be...

Project Manager – Eastern Cape East London

Project Manager required for a property company specializing in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate based in East London Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be...

Senior Qlik BI Consultant – Remote Remote

Companies of all sizes successfully rely on our client's management and IT consulting to solve relevant BI, planning and digitization challenges efficiently, modernly and reliably. They combine the strategic vision and commitment of a founder-managed company with the...

Senior Java Developer (JHB Hybrid)

ENVIRONMENT:DEVELOP cutting-edge & scalable solutions for account verification, means testing, and payment reconciliation as the next Senior Java Developer sought by a dynamic provider of custom-driven IT Solutions & Consulting in Joburg. You will support and...

Junior Business Analyst

We are seeking a Graduate Business Analyst to join our team. This role involves supporting the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of ERP systems, working closely with both developers and business users to understand requirements, explore solutions,...

Senior C# Azure DevOps Developer

Knowledge Areas:Understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging trends. Expertise in website creation, configuration, monitoring, and deployment. Familiarity with authentication concepts and patterns, including Active Directory Domain...

Senior Java Developer (JHB Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg

ENVIRONMENT:DEVELOP cutting-edge & scalable solutions for account verification, means testing, and payment reconciliation as the next Senior Java Developer sought by a dynamic provider of custom-driven IT Solutions & Consulting in Joburg. You will support and...

Junior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg

We are seeking a Graduate Business Analyst to join our team. This role involves supporting the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of ERP systems, working closely with both developers and business users to understand requirements, explore solutions,...

Senior C# Azure DevOps Developer – Gauteng Pretoria

Knowledge Areas:Understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging trends. Expertise in website creation, configuration, monitoring, and deployment. Familiarity with authentication concepts and patterns, including Active Directory Domain...

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