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...

Is AI choosing your Xmas gifts this year?

While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a regular part of the business environment, home assistance, and everyday consumer experiences, not many would have expected AI tools to transform holiday shopping. However, a rising number of consumers are now embracing...

Financial sector came under sustained attack in 2026

The 2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, including within the financial sector.  According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a...

Agentic AI set to change how we work

Organisations will soon have AI colleagues working alongside human employees in the workplace, fundamentally changing the future of work. Prosus explores this transformative shift in a new research report, ‘The Rise of the Agentic Workforce: How Autonomous AI Agents...

End users will spend $213bn on information security this year

Worldwide end-user spending on information security is projected to reach $213-billion in 2025, up from $193-billion in 2024, according to Gartner. Spending is estimated to increase 12,5% in 2026 to total $240-billion. “Established security spending will continue as...

European public cloud spending holds up to tariffs

According to the Worldwide Software and Public Cloud Services Spending Guide published by International Data Corporation (IDC), public cloud services spending in Europe will total $229-billion in 2025 and will reach $452-billion by 2029, recording a five-year...

Webb telescope traces the many shapes of nebulae

Since their discovery in the late 1700s, astronomers have learned that planetary nebulae, or the expanding shell of glowing gas expelled by a low-intermediate mass star late in its life, can come in all shapes and sizes. Most planetary nebula present as circular,...

rAge 2025 levels up with new venue

rAge  (the really Awesome gaming expo) is moving to a new venue for its upcoming event on 5 to 7 December 2025, becoming one of the first events to be hosted at Fourways Mall's 50 000 square meters of covered space rooftop. Fourways Mall is undergoing a transformation...

Growing demand drives new vehicle sales

New vehicle sales powered through the 50 000-unit volume mark in July, a feat last achieved in March 2023. The positive performance continues 10 consecutive months of increased volumes, the most recent five months registering double-digit growth. July was the best...

Duxbury to distribute MikroTik in SA

Duxbury Networking has announced its official distribution partnership with networking manufacturer MikroTik. “MikroTik brings us a powerful combination of carrier-grade performance and everyday affordability. We are starting with a focused portfolio that supports...

UK organisations moving away from single cloud

Sixty percent of companies in the UK are no longer reliant on a single cloud provider, reflecting a broader effort to avoid overdependence on any one platform amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and growing concerns around digital sovereignty. This is according to...

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The evolving role of the CIO requires a sustainability focus

As the world becomes increasingly digital and a shift by organisations to pursue generative AI (GenAI), a shift is taking place within boardrooms. CIOs are now fulfilling more strategic roles to drive digital transformation and sustainability. By Sarwar Khan, BT...

Take the lead in shaping your career path

In the face of South Africa's unemployment crisis, graduates seeking employment may encounter challenges with finding a suitable job. By Zanele Lecage, recruitment consultant at Altron Karabina However, taking charge or having a proactive approach to shaping your...

Designing networks for the digital era

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LG shares future vision

LG Electronics' (LG) CEO William Cho and key company executives introduced the strategies LG is implementing to achieve its 'Future Vision 2030' goal, during a press conference held for Korean media in Las Vegas. The CEO began the proceedings by noting that LG had...

Synthesis achieves AWS Migration Competency

Synthesis has met the standard required for AWS Migration Competency. Obtaining the AWS Migration Competency has stringent requirements that need to be met such as expertise, experience and several validated use cases where you've proven your expertise in migrating a...

Insurance companies weather the storm with threat alerts

Customers only engage with insurance companies during the claims process when something has been damaged - whether a home, a vehicle, or a business. And that's where weather intelligence can improve and enhance the customer experience, while saving insurance companies...

Veeam enhances global ProPartner network

Veeam Software has announced several updates and enhancements of its Veeam ProPartner Network program aimed at helping partners around the world to benefit from the growing adoption of Veeam technology. The program updates are focused on supporting partner...

Cybersecurity tips for a happy New Year

Some people may feel down when the long-awaited New Year does not really bring anything new and keeping their resolutions after the holiday is no easier than before it. When it is not yet possible to dramatically change a lifestyle, it can be better to focus on...

Digital transformation and the power of scanning

South African enterprises are facing a growing imperative to adapt and embrace digital technologies in order to remain competitive. One of the key areas of transformation is the transition from traditional paper-based processes to a more streamlined and efficient...

CryptoExpress App users can withdraw cash at ATMs

Global payment company Paycorp has partnered with digital currency payment institution Triple-A to allow CryptoExpress app users to make cash withdrawals at over 3 000 ATMs in South Africa. This gives digital currency holders a simple and practical way to convert...

Full Stack Web Developer at IT Career Switch – Remote Remote

About the Role We're looking for a Full Stack Web Developer who's confident working independently, someone who can design, build, and launch an entire website from the ground up.You'll be a one-person development team responsible for creating a modern, fast, and...

Junior Software Developer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban North

Junior Software DeveloperDurban (Office-based) | R20,000 - R27,000 per month About Our ClientOur client delivers software solutions that streamline operations and drive innovation across industries. They are committed to cultivating young talent, providing a...

Full Stack Developer (Expert) 0693 TT – Gauteng Pretoria

Design and develop high-quality software solutions using full stack technologies.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.Implement and manage cloud infrastructure using AWS and Terraform.Develop and maintain backend services...

IT Technician – Gauteng Kramerville

To provide both Esports coaching and IT technical support within a private school environment. The role combines competitive gaming leadership with day-to-day IT operational support to ensure effective learning delivery and technical functionality across the...

Solutions Architect

Shape the digital backbone of a future-focused enterprise designing smart, scalable, and secure systems that power business transformation. Purpose of the Role Lead the design and maintenance of enterprise-wide application and solution architecture. Drive alignment...

SAP Functional Consultant (Entry) 0281

Understand/workshop the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off.from users for Business Blueprint document.Basic understanding of ABAP debugging (Workbench related knowledge of new development / enhancements).SAP Configuration EWM,...

Junior Support Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Purpose of the role:The Junior Support Engineer provides first-level technical support, assists with system setup and user account management, and gains hands-on experience with IT support tools and processes. This role is designed to develop foundational technical...

Solutions Architect – Gauteng Centurion

Shape the digital backbone of a future-focused enterprise designing smart, scalable, and secure systems that power business transformation. Purpose of the Role Lead the design and maintenance of enterprise-wide application and solution architecture. Drive alignment...

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