Roman telescope aims to travel 1m miles into space

This month could see the launch a new space telescope that aims to travel 1-million miles and record billions of galaxies. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could launch from the Kennedy Space Station as early as 30 August aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy. The Roman...

Climate change is redrawing the malaria map in Africa

Malaria is the deadliest climate-sensitive infectious disease. Yet, researchers and public health officials have debated how climate change has shaped its spread. A new Nature study by an international team, including the University of Cape Town (UCT), resolved this...

AI is driving more breaches, at an average cost of $6m

One in four malicious breaches were AI-enabled – a 56% increase over last year – and these breaches cost an average of $6-million, roughly $1-million more than the global breach average of $4,99-million. This is among the findings from IBM's 2026 Cost of a Data Breach...

AI automation is having an impact on entry-level hiring

Nearly a quarter (22%) of CHROs report that at least one business leader in their organisation has stopped hiring for entry-level roles due to AI automation, according to Gartner. The 4Q25 Gartner survey of 110 heads of HR also found that 95% of organisations have...

Interconnected systems at risk of a digital pandemic

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

AI offers a competitive advantage in cybersecurity

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping cybersecurity and is the biggest driver of change in the field, according to a new World Economic Forum report: 94% of cyber leaders identify AI as a defining force and 77% of organisations already use it in their...

Gates Foundation CEO details a plan to reverse health declines

Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman released his 2026 Annual Letter, The Road to 2045, warning that the recent reversal in global health progress raises urgent moral choices and outlining a 20-year agenda to accelerate impact as the foundation works toward completing its...

At 140 years old, Mercedes-Benz unveils Nvidia-powered S-Class

Mercedes-Benz is marking 140 years of automotive innovation with a new S-Class built for the AI era, bringing together automotive safety and Nvidia’s advanced autonomous driving platform to enable a level 4-ready architecture designed for trust. The new S-Class with...

Portable consumer electronics in for 13% growth

The global portable consumer electronics market size is anticipated to reach $760,99-billion by 2033 and is anticipated to expand at a compointd annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13,2% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Recent...

Deepfake-related fraud racks up $1bn in 2025

According to cybersecurity experts at Surfshark, 2025 experienced a massive surge in deepfake-related fraud losses. The numbers climbed over $1,1-billion, tripling from $360-million in 2024, and marking a staggering ninefold increase from the $128-million total...

PMI shows signs of recovery

The Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for January 2026 reflects a rebound in manufacturing sentiment after a sharp contraction at the end of 2025. The seasonally adjusted PMI rose by 8.2 points to 48.7 in January, marking a significant recovery from December’s...

Obituary: Julian Pienaar

Julian Pienaar, well-known in the industry for his long service at Lenovo and IBM, passed away on Thursday, 29 January. Julian graduated from King Edward School in 1994. He joined IBM in 2000 as a brand manager and moved across to Lenovo when IBM’s personal computing...

What you need to know about the new face of banking fraud

One of the fastest-growing and most dangerous scams targeting South African consumers involves something many people have never heard of: RAT attacks. According to Bonolo Sebolai, head of fraud at TymeBank, these scams rely on tricking customers into giving criminals...

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Trust no-one: Making sense of zero trust for your business

Protecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from cyber threats goes beyond traditional firewalls. A zero-trust approach is now essential, offering enhanced security against insider threats and risks associated with remote work. Despite the initial investment,...

35 years on, is ransomware still effective?

Ransomware has been around for 35 years, with the first known case involving the AIDS Trojan. This malware was spread using physical disks, pretending to be software to assess people’s risk of developing AIDS. Since then, ransomware has become a major cyber threat,...

Essential software skills that will dominate 2025

Developers and web operations (WebOps) specialists face a challenging year as organisations strive to drive more value from their ICT investments, ramp up cloud migration, fortify cybersecurity, and address sustainability and environmental imperatives. By James...

Lower the risk of abandoned online shopping carts

Many e-commerce platforms experience elevated levels of cart abandonment because they fail to consider the perspective of the buyer. In much the same way that software can be far removed from the actual needs of the end user, so disconnects occur between online...

Vertiv appoints ALKAN as Egyptian channel partner

Vertiv has appointed ALKAN Construction and Communication Networks as a Vertiv Partner Program Diamond Partner in Egypt. As the highest level within the Vertiv Partner Program - Diamond Partner - ALKAN will offer the Vertiv power and cooling portfolio and will be able...

Integrity360 acquires Nclose

Integrity360 has acquired Nclose, a cyber security services company operating out of both Cape Town and Johannesburg.  The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition comes on the back of the previously announced acquisition of Cape Town headquartered...

Top IT trends to watch in 2025

In 2025, the business world will transform rapidly, thanks to exciting advancements in technology. With AI leading the charge, a collection of groundbreaking trends is set to redefine how we think about IT strategies. Warren Bonheim, MD of Zinia, shares six trends...

Emotional intelligence the missing link in the AI-driven workplace

Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become a critical skill for modern leaders aiming to advance their careers. In an era where technology manages routine tasks, EQ is what differentiates leaders by enabling them to inspire, engage, and create cohesive teams, writes...

How SA’s telecoms can prioritise the client

Around the world, telecommunications service providers are constantly evolving, adapting reconfiguring themselves to meet new industry and client expectations. At the same time, telecoms are drivers of innovation; they have to keep up with the latest trends, and...

Java Developer – Gauteng Gauteng

Java Developer: Contribute to design discussions and decisions on application architecture and development, algorithm design, highly-available application services, and reliable APIs; Implementing continuous integration practice.Required Skills:Diploma/ Degree in...

Investment Business Analyst – Western Cape Claremont

Investment Business AnalystCape Town (hybrid/on-site)Market-related Come drive transformation in Investments and Asset Management with exposure to diverse clients, complex projects and end-to-end investment operations, all within a secure, permanent role. Is this...

Senior Python Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are recruiting a Senior Python Developer for a client based in Sandton on a hybrid basis. The Senior Python Developer will be responsible for...

SharePoint Developer at GEMS

IntroductionThe position of SharePoint Developer is vacant. The SharePoint Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is permanent and will be based at GEMS Head...

Senior Python Developer – Remote Remote

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are recruiting a Senior Python Developer for a client based in Sandton on a hybrid basis. The Senior Python Developer will be responsible for...

SharePoint Developer at GEMS – Gauteng Pretoria

IntroductionThe position of SharePoint Developer is vacant. The SharePoint Developer role will report directly to the Senior Manager: Application Development and forms part of the ICT Division. The position is permanent and will be based at GEMS Head...

BI Developer

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a BI Developer to join our client based in Centurion for a hybrid role.What you will be doing:Design, develop, and deliver...

Full Stack Developer Team Lead at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Description: The above-mentioned position is within the Application Development Department. The Professional ICT Level 1 Team Leader will be responsible for providing strategic technical direction and managing multiple technical teams responsible for the technical...

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