AI-enabled attacks drive ransomware surge

Cybercrime no longer functions as a series of isolated campaigns. Today, it operates as a system, with malicious hackers operating across an end-to-end life cycle and compressing the attack life cycle with shadow agents. This is the headline finding from the 2026...

Employees are the biggest cyber threat – and it will only get worse

South Africa experienced a 46% increase in insider cyber risk in 2026, surpassing the global average of 44%. What’s more, 63% of South African companies surveyed expect insider‑driven data losses to increase as growing numbers of disgruntled employees are resorting to...

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​" –...

CEOs are reshaping C-suite roles for the AI era

The accelerating pace of artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing CEOs to redesign how C-suite roles are structured to drive greater business impact across the enterprise. In the foreword of a new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, IBM...

Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU expands desktop memory options

The Nvidia RTX PRO 5000 72GB Blackwell GPU is now generally available, bringing robust agentic and generative AI capabilities powered by the Nvidia Blackwell architecture to more desktops and professionals. The new GPU configuration offers AI developers, data...

Users embrace a more secure digital life

Around the world, more people are taking control of their digital security. A recent Kaspersky study shows that cybersecurity solutions have become increasingly popular, with the number of users globally exceeding 90% among surveyed participants in 2025. This...

DFA and Ciena break fibre capacity records

DFA and Ciena, a global leader in high-speed connectivity, have achieved a landmark breakthrough in fibre capacity, delivering more than 4-times the performance of previous trials. Using Ciena’s WaveRouter and WaveLogic 6 Extreme solutions, DFA successfully...

Jordaan Burger is new MD for Sage AME

Sage has announced the appointment of Jordaan Burger as MD for its Africa & Middle East (AME) region, following a successful three-month period in the role on an interim basis. Since joining Sage in 2019, Jordaan has held several senior roles, including...

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...

Nvidia launches Blackwell-powered Jetson Thor

Nvidia has announced the general availability of the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Thor developer kit and production modules, powerful new robotics computers designed to power robots across industries including manufacturing, logistics, transportation, healthcare, agriculture and...

Digital mindfulness a key weapon in cybersecurity

People continue to be the primary target for cyberattackers, but by understanding why people are susceptible to social engineering - and empowering them to resist it - organisations can reduce their cyber risk exposure. This is the view of Anna Collard, senior...

Role of education key for risk management

Government shortcomings, energy instability, and a lack of strong leadership are jeopardising South Africa’s economic stability. These are some of the stark findings of the newly released Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) 2025/2026 Risk Report. Marisa...

Musk threatens Apple lawsuit

Elon Musk has threatened to sue Apple for what giving preference to OpenAI’s ChatGPT over xAI’s Grok artificial intelligence (AI) app. Writing on X, Musk says: “Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the...

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April 10th is when Redmi Note 13 Series changes the smartphone game

The Redmi Note 13 Series arrives in South Africa soon. Prepare for the day with key features and specials from Vodacom. Forget your birthday or Christmas, the real big day in 2024 is 10th April because that’s when Xiaomi releases the Redmi Note 13 Series in South...

SMEs play a crucial role in the global economy

According to the World Bank, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) account for the majority of businesses worldwide, representing about 90% of businesses and more than 50% of employment worldwide. This is according to Andrew Maren, founder and CEO of ProfitShare...

A new era in skills development beckons

Is your company ready to successfully transition from Learnerships to Occupational Certificates? As the deadline of 30 June approaches for the registration of legacy learnerships, companies must ensure they are prepared for the seismic shift in the Skills Development...

For CX excellence, balance humanity with technology

In a hyper-competitive business landscape, customers will opt for the business that gives them the best experience. Khosi Ncube, chief experience officer at Rentoza, unpacks the importance of CX for the modern consumer and shares her advice on how to make CX a...

Duxbury releases dedicated switches for AV environments

Duxbury Networking has announced the availability of the range of Netgear Pro AV switches that are specifically engineered for delivering audio/video (AV) services over IP infrastructure. "Delivering IP-based AV packets to multiple conference rooms, TV screens in...

Virtual bookclub targets SA youth

The Fundza Literacy Trust has partnered with Zibuza.net and the Department of Arts, Culture and Sport to launch what it believes to be South Africa's first, cost-free virtual book club, tailored specifically for South African youth. The virtual space aims to fostering...

Adopting ITSM can deliver customer value

Virtually every business function inside an organisation requires technology to work effectively, writes Muggie van Staden, MD of Obsidian Systems. The digital 'glue' that binds all these once disparate systems is Enterprise Service Management (ESM) which breaks down...

White-label video learning could enhance corporate training

Given the breakneck pace of change in business today, the significance of efficient customer and employee training cannot be overstated. As companies strive to stay competitive, investing in the development of their people is critical, writes By Tebogo Moleta, MD and...

Rand volatility influences forex for businesses, individuals

It's no secret that the rand is incredibly volatile. Anyone who listens to the currency reports at the end of a news bulletin knows how big the swings (mostly in the wrong direction) any time there's a major economic event at home and abroad. By Harry Scherzer, CEO of...

PowerBI and SQL Developer

Our client is looking for a solid PowerBI and SQL Developer with at least 5 years good commercial experience. This role will suit a qualified Consultant who is looking for a remote-based half day role (4 hours per day) position, though the demand is growing and the...

IT Administrator at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client, established in the 90's and headquartered in Cape Town, has a global presence with 500+ employees. They are a diverse team of engineers, developers and specialists in finance, HR, digital infrastructure and marketing who love utilising...

ERP Application Consultant (Finance) – Gauteng Johannesburg North

Ready to blend your finance expertise with cutting-edge technology? Transition from audit to an exciting career as an ERP Implementation Consultant, where you'll combine your financial acumen with systems to shape the future of business operations across...

PowerBI and SQL Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Our client is looking for a solid PowerBI and SQL Developer with at least 5 years good commercial experience. This role will suit a qualified Consultant who is looking for a remote-based half day role (4 hours per day) position, though the demand is growing and the...

IT Administrator at Parvana Recruitment – Gauteng Johannesburg

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ENVIRONMENT:PROVIDE Hyper-V, Exchange and Cloud Infrastructure Support as the next Senior Support Engineer sought by a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist to join its team. You will conduct proactive analysis of system health, architect new solutions...

Senior Systems Integration Engineer

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Business Process Analyst (CPT)

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Cloud Solutions company is looking for a dynamic Business Process Analyst to take the lead in analysing, designing, and optimising business processes with a strong focus on the customer journey. This role blends systems analysis, workflow...

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