Mastercard in the driver’s seat with McLaren
Mastercard will be the new official Naming Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team from next year onwards. From the start of the next season in 2026, the team will be known as the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team which it says will represent an exciting new era not...
Lenovo to power FIFAe Finals 2025
FIFAe has confirmed that Lenovo’s Legion gaming technology will be used at its pinnacle competition in 2025 – football esports’ “World Cup Finals” - to be held in Riyadh from 10 to 19 December. Lenovo’s Legion Tower 7i, Legion gaming monitors, mice, keyboards,...
Quantum computing investment surges
New research from Naoris Protocol reveals that IT directors at major global corporations are significantly increasing quantum computing budgets in anticipation of transformative industry impacts. Eighty-four percent of IT directors expect quantum computing to have...
Why Africa can’t trade freely until payments are borderless
Despite decades of trade blocs and policy frameworks, intra-Africa trade still accounts for a reported 18% of total trade, compared to 59% in Asia and 68% in Europe. One major reason is the result of moving money across borders which remains costly and fragmented. But...
Threat actors are exploiting the AI boom
As generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) continues to capture global attention, threat actors are quick to exploit AI’s capabilities and popularity. From deepfake scams to impersonation attacks, the rising trust in AI-powered platforms has created new openings...
Telecoms industry at centre of SA’s digital fraud tsunami
The scale and sophistication of digital fraud in South Africa is reaching crisis levels - with the telecommunications sector at the centre of the storm. Speaking at the recent SAFPS International Fraud Summit, Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of the Communication Risk...
Dell unveils next-gen AI solutions with Nvidia
Dell Technologies aims to help enterprises accelerate AI adoption and achieve faster time to value through a number of new innovations across the Dell AI Factory with Nvidia, designed to. As enterprises make AI central to their strategy and progress from...
Old Mutual sounds alarm on skyrocketing deepfake scams
Old Mutual has urged South Africans to be on high alert as deepfake scams become increasingly sophisticated and widespread, with scammers now using artificial intelligence (AI) to create convincing fake videos, voices, and images to defraud unsuspecting individuals...
Chris Norton joins Kaspersky as GM: sub-Saharan Africa
Kaspersky has appointed Chris Norton as its new GM for sub-Saharan Africa, with the goal of driving Kaspersky’s expansion across the continent. Kaspersky has been operating in Africa since 2009. In 2024, Kaspersky’s business in Africa achieved standout performance,...
Asokan Moodley to lead NTT Data’s AI efforts in MEA
NTT Data has announced the appointment of Asokan Moodley as gead of GenAI and industry advisory for Middle East and Africa (MEA), effective 1 May 2025. In this strategic role, Moodley will spearhead NTT Data's artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives across the MEA...
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Reduce cyber-related business risks
The latest edition of the Allianz Risk Barometer confirms what organisational leaders have been experiencing. A digital world means more efficiency, lower cost, greater opportunity, and much faster speed for business. But it also comes with new risks - cyber risks -...
Beware the dormant malware threat to your data
In today's constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape, companies must adopt a proactive approach to data protection to effectively defend against repeated cyberattack attempts, as it is no longer a matter of "if" or "when", but rather "how often" they will get hit....
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Harness IT asset disposition for environmental leadership
In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, businesses worldwide are reevaluating their operational practices to align with environmental stewardship, corporate governance, and data security imperatives. At the heart of this transformative...
Use data to revolutionise retail
For years, the industry has advocated for the benefits offered by business intelligence (BI), but many retailers are still struggling to get the most out of their data. As retail continues to evolve in a rapidly digitising world, companies are looking for different...
Keep it cool within the edge data centre
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Get full value from telephony services
It’s tempting to think that the technology available today means that even big businesses don’t need telephony systems. By Nic Laschinger, chief technology officer of Euphoria Telecom After all, almost every productivity suite on the market today comes with a video or...
Are extended notice periods enforceable?
You’ve just received your dream job offer, but there’s a catch. You need to start the new job in a month’s time, but your current employer requires you to give three months’ notice. Do you have to serve the full three months or is there a way out? According to the...
The role of subscription services in the payment landscape
After 2023 was defined by economic challenges and unexpected disruptions, South African consumers are gearing up for a more resilient and predictable 2024. The SpendTrend Report by Visa and Discovery Bank revealed a noticeable increase in online spending (up 13%...
Louise Steenekamp is new AFSUG vice-chair
The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) Board has unanimously appointed Louise Steenekamp as its new vice-chair, effective 15 February 2024. Having served on the AFSUG Board since January 2020, Steenekamp brings with her over two decades of extensive experience within the...
Technical Business Analyst – Enterprise Architecture at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg
We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Business Analyst with strong experience working within Enterprise Architecture teams and projects. This role requires a deep understanding of enterprise architecture principles, frameworks, and governance, as well as the...
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Our client is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead and deliver end-to-end application implementation projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing software deployments, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery...
Technical Test Analyst
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Assist with the testing...
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Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Technical Test Analyst to join our financial services client based in Centurion.What you will be doing: Assist with the testing...
Server Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
Job DescriptionOur client is seeking a skilled Server Engineer with strong operational experience and expertise across legacy and modern Windows Server environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimising server...
Intermediate C# Software Engineer (JHB/CPT Hybrid)
ENVIRONMENT:SHAPE high-value delivery working on impactful projects as your coding expertise as an Intermediate C# Software Engineer is sought by a niche Software company in the Fuel Sector. You will play an important role in contributing to the team's delivery and...
Power BI Specialist
Role Summary:Our client is seeking a Power BI Specialist with expertise in developing interactive dashboards, complex data models, and insightful analytics solutions. The successful candidate will have a strong grasp of data visualisation best practices and the...
Intermediate C# Software Engineer (JHB/CPT Hybrid) – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:SHAPE high-value delivery working on impactful projects as your coding expertise as an Intermediate C# Software Engineer is sought by a niche Software company in the Fuel Sector. You will play an important role in contributing to the team's delivery and...
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