Vodacom/Maziv deal clears Competition Commission
The Competition Commission has reached an agreement with Vodacom and Maziv (Business Venture Investments no 2213) on revised conditions that substantially remedy the competition concerns raised by the Commission in its recommendation to the Competition Tribunal that...
Strategic priorities for CEOs amid global, local turbulence
There is an urgent need for adaptive leadership and proactive strategies in response to emerging market trends across talent, technology, and geopolitics. This is according to the latest report from management consultants Oliver Wyman titled “CEO Agenda 2025”, based...
Americans way ahead in mobile data spend
Mobile data spending has skyrocketed over the years as the world becomes increasingly connected through digital platforms, IoT devices, and smartphones. In 2024, Internet users worldwide spent around $641-billion on mobile data, a figure expected to grow by another...
Cape Town’s traffic among the world’s worst
Capetonians battle some of the worst traffic in the world, with Cape Town ranking as one of the most congested cities in the world. This is according to the latest Inrix Global Traffic Scorecard, which provides travel delay comparisons, costs of congestion to drivers...
Cybersecurity is the top risk businesses face in 2025
The World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 highlights the increasing complexity in the cyber landscape, which has significant implications for organisations and nations. This complexity arises from the rapid growth of emerging technologies,...
Retailers ready to fully embrace AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming the cornerstone of innovation in the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries. Forward-thinking companies are using AI to reimagine their entire business models, from in-store experiences to omnichannel...
New scam targets businesses on social media
Kaspersky experts have uncovered a new phishing scam targeting businesses that promote their pages on Facebook. Scammers send emails allegedly on behalf of Meta for Business – Facebook’s platform for businesses – claiming the recipient’s page contains prohibited...
Data loss concerns will limit GenAI access for developers
Enterprises are expected to tighten restrictions on generative AI (GenAI) usage among developers, citing proprietary data concerns. Meanwhile, agentic AI is emerging as a critical upskilling opportunity for IT professionals, and open-source software (OSS) technologies...
50 years ago, Intel 8080 kick-started an industry
The Intel 8080 didn’t revolutionise microprocessors – it created the microprocessor market. “The 4004 and 8008 suggested it, but the 8080 made it real,” says Federico Faggin, Intel’s lead designer for the 8080 and its predecessor processors, the 4004 and 8008. Prior...
Helium and Its potential alternatives
Helium is sourced as a byproduct of natural gas, which is produced naturally through the radioactive decay of uranium and thorium. It is mostly found and commercially produced from gas deposits in the US, Qatar, Algeria, Russia, and Canada, and is subsequently...
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Business email compromise could cost you dearly
As the business landscape rapidly evolves, a general awareness of security vulnerabilities is no longer enough. Cyber fraud, data and payment breach risks need to be managed urgently and strategically with the right tools, says Ryan Mer, CEO of eftsure Africa. South...
ISO 27001 compliance a must have in the digital era
There are various reasons why a company might want to comply with ISO 27001, with some looking to provide assurances to customers and partners that they are aligned with international best practices. Others want to show that they promote organisational improvement for...
Banking and payment security threats and trends to watch
The digital pendulum is swinging back to pre-pandemic agendas, offering security leaders in the banking world a chance to revisit longer-term projects and take advantage of the tech crunch layoffs to bolster their security teams. This will be especially important as...
What lies ahead for security in 2023
If the past 12 months are anything to go by, the biggest cybersecurity prediction for 2023 is to keep the hatches battened down and prepare for the worst. In 2022, the number of data breaches went up by 167% in the third quarter compared with the second, and the...
What to do in the face of growing ransomware attacks
Ransomware attacks are proliferating, with attackers becoming more sophisticated and aggressive, and often hitting the same victims more than once, in more than one way. By Doros Hadjizenonos, regional director for Southern Africa at Fortinet FortiGuard Labs research...
Commvault takes Kubernetes data protection honours
Research firm GigaOm has named Commvault a "Leader" and "Outperformer" in the new GigaOm Radar for Kubernetes Data Protection for the third year running. Commvault was evaluated along with 14 other vendors based on execution, roadmap, and ability to innovate....
Ricoh SA achieves DocuWare Diamond Club status
Ricoh South Africa has been awarded membership status of the DocuWare Diamond Club in recognition of its exceptional performance and exceeding revenue target by client onboarding, growth, satisfaction and retention. Ricoh SA's 2022 performance placed the company...
Embracing a distributed world of work
The normalisation of a distributed workforce has seen some companies fall short when it comes to maintaining effective communications with their employees. Engagement between workers was always taken for granted in traditional office environments. By Catherine Muller,...
Generative AI a game changer for people, business and government
Using OpenAI's ChatGPT, the response below was generated following the prompt Write the opening paragraph for a media release about how transformative generative AI can be for business and government. "Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to...
Every day should be Data Privacy Day
Data Privacy Day, also known as Data Protection Day, takes place annually on 28 January to raise awareness about the importance of data privacy and to promote data protection best practices. By Nadine Mather, partner at Bowmans South Africa This international event is...
Senior Systems Developer
Seeking a Senior Systems Developer in Cape Town (Bellville) for software development, integration, mentoring, and maintaining code standards. Key Requirements 5-10 years' experience in full lifecycle software developmentStrong in C#, .Net, .Net Core, WebAPI/REST, and...
Firmware Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Our global client who produce cutting edge security products is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is...
Senior Systems Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region
Seeking a Senior Systems Developer in Cape Town (Bellville) for software development, integration, mentoring, and maintaining code standards. Key Requirements 5-10 years' experience in full lifecycle software developmentStrong in C#, .Net, .Net Core, WebAPI/REST, and...
Test Automation Engineer
Global concern is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to take ownership of test automation on a range of exciting products currently being developed in the physical access control space. You would get to work closely with highly skilled engineers in a very...
Senior Business Analyst
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a fast-growing international startup consultancy, specializes in delivering tailored implementations of their digital transformation platform for financial institutions and multinational enterprises. They are seeking a Senior Business Analyst...
Test Automation Engineer – KwaZulu-Natal Durban
Global concern is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to take ownership of test automation on a range of exciting products currently being developed in the physical access control space. You would get to work closely with highly skilled engineers in a very...
Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg
ENVIRONMENT:Our client, a fast-growing international startup consultancy, specializes in delivering tailored implementations of their digital transformation platform for financial institutions and multinational enterprises. They are seeking a Senior Business Analyst...
Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Join one of the world's biggest automotive giants!We're seeking a talented Full Stack Developer to innovate our digital platforms.Design cutting-edge web applications using modern frameworks and cloud tech.Collaborate with global teams to shape the future of...
Systems Analyst – Payments I Contract at IQbusiness
Our Innovative Analysis Team is seeking experienced Systems Analysts for contract opportunities within the Financial Services sector. We're looking for professionals with a strong background in technical analysis and proven experience delivering successful...
Backend Python Developer (CT – Onsite) – Western Cape Cape Town
ENVIRONMENT:Our client is redefining the parking industry by transforming parking lots into smart, digital spaces. Their advanced technology leverages license plate recognition, management software, and digital payments to deliver seamless parking experiences. Based...
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