Crypto helps drive DeFi market up 137%
After struggling through multi-year lows in 2022 and 2023, the 2024 crypto bull run breathed new life into the decentralised finance (DeFi) market. The surge in crypto prices propelled asset values in DeFi, attracting more users and liquidity. Investors flocked to...
Phishing threats target Telegram Premium
Kaspersky has warned that fake Telegram Premium offers have been spreading globally, targeting users with phishing scams and malware disguised as alternative app versions. These attacks aim to steal account credentials or compromise devices. The scams capitalise on...
AI comes of age as hype clears
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - As the hype around artificial intelligence (AI) starts to dissipate, organisations are starting to use the technology to drive real business transformation. Doug Woolley, vice-president of Dell Technologies, says...
Hardware supply chains under siege from hackers
HP Inc has released the findings of a global survey highlighting the growing concern over nation-state threat actors targeting physical supply chains and tampering with device hardware and firmware integrity. The study of 800 IT and security decision-makers (ITSDMs)...
Investment in enterprise business pays off for Pinnacle
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - The South African IT market is a dynamic and constantly-changing environment - and distributors have to be agile to ensure they stay relevant. A case in point is how Pinnacle Enterprise has grown over the last few...
Fragility of international economic system under scrutiny
The US economy is facing a recession - and while the Federal Reserve's missteps with interest rates are under scrutiny - a surprising factor may be driving the downturn, warns the CEO of one of the world's largest independent financial advisory and asset management...
Pace of change drives new tech adoption
Kathy Gibson reports from Pinnacle TechScape, Durban - The pace of business today has accelerated beyond most people's expectations - and the right technology is vital for businesses and individuals to keep up. Claudio Polla, senior country manager: Africa at Nvidia,...
Significant leap forward in the fight against TB
From 15 days to just 23 hours - that's the median turnaround time for full tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis that includes resistance testing to the most important TB drugs, according to a groundbreaking study published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases journal, and which...
DIY ransomware: Novice cybercriminals becoming a bigger threat
A new report from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has shed some light on the tools and methods utilised by both organised ransomware groups and individual attackers involved in ransomware attacks. With a vast array of tools and samples at their...
Top 7 SA start-ups selected for Irish Tech Challenge
Seven local tech start-ups have been selected for the prestigious Irish Tech Challenge South Afrrica 2024. Now in its third successive year, the collaboration aims to forge mutually beneficial partnerships between South African entrepreneurs and Irish technology...
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SA has room for growth in innovation
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Building and enabling smart and sustainable cities
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Renasa gets Digimune cybersecurity cover
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Commvault named a leader in data resilience solutions suites
Forrester has positioned Commvault as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Data Resilience Solutions Suites, Q4 2022. Commvault has been top ranked in the Current Offering category, achieving the highest scores in the Backup-and-Restore Functionality and Automation and...
Aragon Research positions Avaya as a Leader in Intelligent Contact Centre Solutions
Avaya it has, for the fourth consecutive year, been named as a Leader in The Aragon Research Globe for Intelligent Contact Centres (ICC) 2022, for the Avaya Experience Platform. According to the report, authored by Aragon Research CEO and lead analyst Jim Lundy, the...
Put safety first over the festive season
The end-of-year period has earned itself a notorious reputation as the 'silly season' - and for good reason. Insurance claim data is indicative of a trend that sees a noticeable upsurge in motor vehicle accidents and home burglaries over the festive season. For South...
Keep kids safer online this holiday season
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Chief restructuring officer for Cell C
Cell C has appointed Brett Copans into a newly-created role of chief restructuring officer. The intention of this role is to ensure the prudent and efficient use of resources and funding allocation to high value opportunities. This is critical to reviewing all major...
Shift to renewable energy must include plans for waste disposal
As South Africa increasingly looks to renewables to help address the country’s chronic energy crisis, independent power producers must ensure they have the right systems in place to dispose of wind and solar energy and associated storage equipment reaching the end of...
Microsoft, LinkedIn to help 10m people learn digital skills
Microsoft and LinkedIn have announced the next step in the Skills for Jobs programme, providing free access to 350 courses and six new Career Essentials Certificates for six of the most in-demand jobs in the digital economy. The companies will also be offering 50 000...
BI Analyst
Business Intelligence AnalystUnleash your data wizardry with us! Join a TOP 10 Employer of Choice!R550,000 - R620,000 plus benefitsJoin a leading provider of Fintech, dedicated to offering fast and convenient financial solutions. This is an ideal opportunity to...
BI Analyst – Western Cape Western Cape
Business Intelligence AnalystUnleash your data wizardry with us! Join a TOP 10 Employer of Choice!R550,000 - R620,000 plus benefitsJoin a leading provider of Fintech, dedicated to offering fast and convenient financial solutions. This is an ideal opportunity to...
Fullstack Developer
Full Stack Developer/Shopify DeveloperRevolutionize e-commerce with cutting-edge technology!R 50,000 - R 88,000 per monthJoin a renowned toy company at the forefront of innovation in South Africa, specializing in high-quality toys that ignite creativity and...
Fullstack Developer – Western Cape Western Cape
Full Stack Developer/Shopify DeveloperRevolutionize e-commerce with cutting-edge technology!R 50,000 - R 88,000 per monthJoin a renowned toy company at the forefront of innovation in South Africa, specializing in high-quality toys that ignite creativity and...
SAP Project Manager
SAP Project Manager - SAP Migration ProjectsOur corporate client in the oil and gas industry in Cape Town is looking for the services of a (Super) SAP Project Manager with SAP Migration Projects experience to lead a lead a strategic SAP migration project, on a 6-12...
SAP Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town
SAP Project Manager - SAP Migration ProjectsOur corporate client in the oil and gas industry in Cape Town is looking for the services of a (Super) SAP Project Manager with SAP Migration Projects experience to lead a lead a strategic SAP migration project, on a 6-12...
Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide architectural and design leadership across solutions produced/consumed in/by the division. Collaborate with business architect and Business Analysts with business stakeholder engagement. Provide...
Technical Lead
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Techical Team Lead to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Program and Project Delivery:...
Solutions Architect at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East
Package & RemunerationJOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Provide architectural and design leadership across solutions produced/consumed in/by the division. Collaborate with business architect and Business Analysts with business stakeholder engagement. Provide...
Technical Lead – Gauteng Midrand
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.We are looking for a Techical Team Lead to join our financial services client based in Sandton.What you will be doing: Program and Project Delivery:...
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