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South African companies have significant gaps in workforce password security, underscoring growing risks as they contend with rising cyber threats, increasing regulatory pressure, and limited visibility into user identities and access. This is according to a new study...

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

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New data strategies needed as AI ambitions outpace readiness

A new global study by the IBM Institute for Business Value reveals enterprise data strategies are rapidly evolving as organisations race to scale AI across their business. The findings suggest that, while chief data officers (CDOs) are at the helm of this...

AMD unveils strategic roadmap

AMD has showcased its long-term strategy, products and technology IP, underscoring its momentum in driving accelerated growth and delivering long-term shareholder value. “AMD is entering a new era of growth fueled by our leadership technology roadmaps and accelerating...

FMF study counts the cost of BEE compliance

A new study by the Free Market Foundation (FMF) and the Solidarity Research Institute (SRI) indicates the South Africa’s economic trajectory has been undermined by the zealous promulgation of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE). The report, titled “The...

Huang shares Nvidia blueprint for Europe’s AI boom

At GTC Paris — held alongside VivaTech, Europe’s largest tech event — Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang delivered a clear message: Europe isn’t just adopting AI — it’s building it. “We now have a new industry, an AI industry, and it’s now part of the new...

CSIR, Coega sign collaboration MoU

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Coega Development Corporation (Coega) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their collaboration aimed at advancing research, technology development, innovation and knowledge sharing....

Huawei enables alternative AI solutions

Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI), with its ability to drive productivity and competitiveness, has become a critical geopolitical battleground. With US sanctions preventing China from accessing some of the high-powered chips and chipsets required to...

BETI rebounds in May, bringing some relief 

The BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI), measuring the value of all electronic transactions cleared through BankservAfrica on a monthly basis at seasonally adjusted real prices, made a positive turnaround in May 2025, after months of subdued activity....

Schneider Electric opens first African Innovation Hub

Schneider Electric has launched its first Innovation Hub in Africa. Based in Midrand, it is part of Schneider Electric’s global network of over 40 registered Innovation Hubs, providing an interactive environment where visitors can explore the company’s integrated...

Joburg is still Africa’s top data centre location

Johannesburg officially confirmed its position as Africa’s digital infrastructure powerhouse. The new Cushman & Wakefield 2025 Global Data Centre Market Comparison ranks Johannesburg as the continent’s leading data centre market and places it in the top 10...

Entrepreneurs drive retail growth

South African small businesses are experiencing an unprecedented boom, with more than 200 000 entrepreneurs processing 173-million transactions and driving over half a billion rand in measurable growth over the past year. This is according to Yoco's 2025 Exchange...

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Blockchain makes crypto asset transactions transparent, traceable

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ESG and sustainability the cornerstones of a future-proof business

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Think like a hacker to stay ahead of cyber threats

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Digitalisation can quench Africa’s thirst for potable water supplies

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Junior DeveloperKickstart your career in software development with hands-on .NET projectsPretoria | R30,000 - R40,000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology-driven organisation specialising in building and maintaining enterprise-grade software solutions....

Systems Manager at QE Services – Western Cape Stellenbosch

My client based in Stellenbosch is currently looking for an IT Systems Operations Executive to join their team on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Qualifications Minimum 3 years' experience in IT systems administration, operations, or similar roleStrong technical...

Junior Developer – Gauteng Pretoria CBD

Junior DeveloperKickstart your career in software development with hands-on .NET projectsPretoria | R30,000 - R40,000 per month About Our ClientOur client is a technology-driven organisation specialising in building and maintaining enterprise-grade software solutions....

Test Analyst (QA) (Investment Management)

Leading investment management company, with operations locally and internationally is seeking a dynamic and curious Test Analyst / Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure that new software features and enhancements satisfy the specified business requirements.They seek a...

Mid-Level C++ Developer

Seeking an energetic Mid-Level C++ Developer to join an IT team specializing in Fuel Automation Systems that operate on contact-less smart card technology. Key Requirements Minimum 2 years working experience in a development capacity (following...

Test Analyst (QA) (Investment Management) – Remote Remote

Leading investment management company, with operations locally and internationally is seeking a dynamic and curious Test Analyst / Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure that new software features and enhancements satisfy the specified business requirements.They seek a...

Mid-Level C++ Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

Seeking an energetic Mid-Level C++ Developer to join an IT team specializing in Fuel Automation Systems that operate on contact-less smart card technology. Key Requirements Minimum 2 years working experience in a development capacity (following...

Cloud Database Consultant at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

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The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the technological infrastructure that supports the business's operations. The duties include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware and software systems, ensuring network connectivity, and providing...

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