Retail, e-commerce face new threats in 2026
In 2025, the retail and e-commerce sector continued to face intense pressure from cybercriminals. According to Kaspersky data, 14,41% of users in the global retail sector encountered web-based threats, while 22,2% were affected by on-device attacks. Ransomware remains...
Global supply chains enter an era of structural volatility
Global value chains have entered an era of structural volatility, according to a World Economic Forum report released this week, forcing companies and governments to reevaluate how and where they invest and produce. The report finds that nearly three in four business...
Trump opens $9trn retirement market to crypto
US president Donald Trump has signed a landmark executive order that will reshape how millions of Americans build wealth by opening the doors of the country’s $9-trillion retirement market to cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other alternative assets. The order,...
Telkom FutureMakers, Aions empower tech startups
High-potential tech startups supported by Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology are gaining the operational support, strategic insight and hands-on mentoring needed to move beyond survival mode and into scalable, investable growth. “This partnership is...
Talos exposes ReVault vulnerabilities
Cisco’s Talos has reported five vulnerabilities to Broadcom and Dell, affecting both the ControlVault3 Firmware and its associated Windows APIs. More than 100 models of Dell Laptops are affected by the vulnerability, which is being dubbed “ReVault”, if left unpatched....
Demand for AI infrastructure boosts IaaS market
The worldwide infrastructure as a service (IaaS) market grew 22,5% in 2024 to $171,8-billion, according to Gartner, with Amazon retaining the number one position, followed by Microsoft, Google, Alibaba, and Huawei. "As enterprises continue to seek greater flexibility,...
You can no longer believe everything you hear …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the business landscape in South Africa, unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing customer experiences across sectors. But while much of the focus has been on the benefits, we must not ignore the risks, writes Nic Laschinger,...
Webb finds new evidence for planet around closest solar twin
Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope have found strong evidence of a giant planet orbiting a star in the stellar system closest to our own Sun. At just 4 light-years away from Earth, the Alpha Centauri triple star system has long been a...
Cybercriminals exploit social networks to target businesses
Kaspersky has detected a complex attack sequence that involved retrieving information from legitimate services such as GitHub, Microsoft Learn Challenge, Quora, and social networks. The attackers did this to avoid detection and run an execution chain to launch Cobalt...
Capitec, FNB first to sign up for dha’s new digital partnership
Capitec and First National Bank are the first banks to sign up to the Department of Home Affairs’ new digital partnership model which will expand access to Smart ID and Passport services from the current 30 branches to hundreds more across the country. In fulfilment...
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Earthshot Prize rewards climate change solutions
The Earthshot Prize, a global environmental prize to discover, accelerate, and scale ground-breaking solutions to repair and regenerate the planet, is awarded annually to five winners, each receiving a R20-million (£1-million) prize grant to scale their projects....
Hyper-personalisation can elevate CX
Hyper-personalisation has revolutionised customer engagement by tailoring experiences through data analysis and thus enhancing the Customer Experience (CX) - from in-store to in-app - by enabling retailers to create immersive encounters aligned with preferences. By...
Compliance is more than just legitimacy or excellence
If South African logistics firms hope to compete in the market they need to embrace compliance, not only in terms of laws and regulations but also social aspects that impact the world around us. By Petrus Gerber, supply chain solutions manager at Bidvest International...
These things should be standard in your VoIP system
Very little is certain in the world of business. That quickly becomes apparent to anyone who's ever started a business or even reached the executive level in a company. There are, however, things that all businesses should be able to take for granted. That includes...
Hybrid and multi-cloud drive business transformation
It would be impossible to find a business that is not at least partially exposed to the cloud, or which has cloud in its strategy. The cloud has changed everything but it is certainly not a one-size-fits-all conversation. What's best for one business may not be best...
Embrace the power of APIs in cybersecurity
In the fast-evolving landscape of cyber security, the intersection of technology and security has become imperative. By Sarthak Rohal, vice-president: IT services at In2IT Technologies Within this dynamic realm, application programming interfaces (APIs) have risen to...
Loud labourers add pressure to HCM
A new workplace trend has emerged - loud labourers - which will only add pressure to the lives of already stressed business managers. The term is used to describe workers who 'talk the talk, but barely walk the walk', according to Nicol Myburgh, head of CRS...
Ransomware and the obligation to stop fraud
Cyber security has taken centre stage in South African commerce, and it's no surprise, given the prevalence of ransomware attacks on businesses in Africa, write Karl Blom, partner, and Laone Setshedi, candidate attorney from Webber Wentzel. South African law sets out...
How to extend electronic lifecycles
In the pursuit of sustainable practices, extending the life cycle of electronic devices stands out as a potent solution that addresses climate impact, saves natural resources, and reduces harmful emissions. Wale Arewa, CEO of Xperien, discusses the importance of ITAD,...
Orange Business, VMware transform Flexible SD-WAN
Orange Business and VMware are strengthening their partnership to deliver Flexible SD-WAN with VMware as the first fully embedded SD-WAN offering in Evolution Platform. The Orange Business Evolution Platform combines a secured digital infrastructure with an agile,...
Software Quality Engineer – Gauteng Braamfontein
Test Automation Development: Design, build, and execute reusable automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API testing.Collaboration: Work closely with QA Leads, Developers, Architects, and Product Owners to define and implement automation strategies.Agile...
SAP Software Test Analyst
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a SAP Software Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field5-8 years of...
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming Spark Iceberg on Kubernetes)
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming, Spark, Iceberg on Kubernetes)Remote | R100 000 - R110 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing, technology-driven company building advanced, high-performance data platforms that power analytics, AI, and business...
SAP Software Test Analyst – Western Cape Observatory
My client based in Cape Town is currently looking for a SAP Software Test Analyst to join their team on a contract basis. IT / FINANCE Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, or related field5-8 years of...
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming Spark Iceberg on Kubernetes) – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Senior Data Engineer (Kafka Streaming, Spark, Iceberg on Kubernetes)Remote | R100 000 - R110 000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing, technology-driven company building advanced, high-performance data platforms that power analytics, AI, and business...
Front End Developer
Frontend Engineer (Mid-Level)Join a global sports tech innovator transforming how the world experiences live sport.Claremont, Cape Town | R60 000 to R80 000 per month | Hybrid working model About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing sports technology company on a...
Senior Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions
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Frontend Engineer (Mid-Level)Join a global sports tech innovator transforming how the world experiences live sport.Claremont, Cape Town | R60 000 to R80 000 per month | Hybrid working model About Our ClientOur client is a fast-growing sports technology company on a...
Senior Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Kenilworth
Cape Town based candidates only. The Senior Data Scientist will be responsible for developing, validating, and operationalizing advanced machine learning and AI models that support strategic business outcomes across the retail value chain — including customer...
Senior Application Development Manager
Senior Application Development Manager Job description:You will work in the IT solutions team within an Asset Management company. You will be responsible foranalysing, designing, and building solutions that enable operations and business strategic goals....
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