Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

These are the top future of work trends in 2026

Gartner has revealed nine future of work trends that chief human resource officers (CHROs) will need to address in 2026 and beyond to ensure their organisation achieves its desired talent and business outcomes. “This year’s predictions address significant workplace...

Samsung, Apple push global smartphone sales up

According to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, global smartphone shipments increased 2,3% year-over-year (YoY) to 336,3-million units in the fourth quarter of 2025 (4Q25). Despite the memory...

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...

To remain relevant, SA needs to build resilience

Kathy Gibson reports - With the world economy faltering in the face of tariff uncertainty, and global supply chains under intense pressure, it’s important for us to become more resilient as a country. This is the word from BCX CEO Jonas Bogoshi, speaking at last...

Trade reform key to overcoming development challenges

The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) has unveiled a bold new vision for reforming the international financial architecture. The Sevilla Commitment or Compromiso de Sevilla – endorsed by over 190 nations – resolves to mobilise finance at...

Data centres look to fusion power

On 30 June 2025, Google signed a deal to purchase 200MW of power from Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), which expects its first commercial power plant, ARC, to come online in the early 2030s. This announcement shows that fusion is now being taken seriously as a...

SA shines at WSIS awards

South Africa’s Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has won an award from the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), for using emerging technologies to bridge the digital divide and advance socio-economic progress. Nineteen winners were...

High-speed broadband drives OTT market

The global over the top devices and service market size is expected to reach $1,42-trillion by 2033 - expanding at a CAGR of 18,6% from 2025 to 2033 - according to the latest research from Grand View Research. The rollout of high-speed broadband Internet has resulted...

Eskom Expo empowers young scientists through regional fairs

Eskom Expo for Young Scientists will soon host a series of Regional Science Fairs in 35 regions across South Africa, where school learners will have the opportunity to showcase their innovative ideas, scientific research, and problem-solving skills on a competitive...

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SARS’ new process for emigration and foreign investment allowance

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) introduced the new Approval for International Transfer (AIT) process on 24 April 2023, which heralds a significant change in the disclosure requirements for South Africans taking money abroad. The AIT process applies to both...

A better way to prioritise vulnerability management

Digital transformation offers enormous benefits, but equally increases the security threats faced. Continuous Threat Exposure Management, first coined by Gartner, is one of the most effective methods to combat these, writes Patrick Evans, CEO at SLVA CyberSecurity....

We need to work together to solve youth unemployment

So goes the well-known African proverb, "If you want to go fast go alone, if you want to go far, go together". For years the race to solve youth unemployment can be characterised as one that has been rushed with little preparation for the journey and a vague idea of...

Ensure information security in the cloud age

Every business today needs to manage, retain and secure an exponentially growing volume of data. And in an age where the cloud and connected devices allow people to connect with each other and business resources - data, documents, databases, networks and systems -...

Why financial services cybersecurity is important

User experience remains the main differentiator for successful financial services organisations and digital transformation provides the only scalable answer. By Ricardo Ferreira and Michael Brown of Fortinet The digitisation of products, services, and operations is...

Think waste management is a waste of time? Think again

Effective waste management plays a pivotal role in our daily lives. From reducing unsightly garbage strewn across the country's streets to reducing environmental contamination, it is a critical element in preventing the spread of diseases and promoting public health....

Innovative payment solutions are shaping SA’s retail sector

Today's consumers have access to a myriad of convenient experiences through mobile apps and online platforms, and they expect a similar level of ease when interacting with businesses and specifically payment interactions. Indeed, consumer demand for better and more...

Your phone system could save your people time

With new hires suspended by many businesses as the combined effects of slow economic growth and load shedding take hold, businesses are having to try and do more with fewer resources. For the people involved, this means risking burnout or quiet quitting unless...

SARS confirms removal of ‘financial emigration’ process

SARB removed the requirement to financially emigrate from South Africa in 2021, but SARS had not yet aligned their processes with the emigration change until now. By Jonty Leon, attorney and tax practitioner, and Reinert van Rensburg, attorney and tax practitioner at...

Legislative changes for foreign employers

Using foreign employees has become a big business trend in the modern connected era. A combination of labour skills shortages and global connectivity encourages organisations to look abroad when filling roles, often because it can be more affordable due to differences...

Technical Lead (PHP) (CPT Remote) – Western Cape Somerset West

ENVIRONMENT:A cutting-edge Tech company in Somerset West seeks to fill the crucial role of a Technical Lead who will oversee not only its Conversation Automation stack but also ensure that every Virtual Agent they build is effectively integrated into each client's...

Java Developer with Camunda BPM at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng

<br/><br/>Reverside is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients.<br/><br/>We are seeking a skilled Java Lead Developer with expertise in Camunda BPM to join...

Financial System Administrator at NRF National Research Foundation

Postion Summary: The National Research Foundation (NRF) seeks to make an appointment for the position of Financial System Administrator Key Responsibilities: Provide technical and functional support for Microsoft D365 Finance and Operations (F&O) in production and...

Java Developer at Reverside

Reverside is an established IT services provider specializing in delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team and contribute...

Java Developer at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng

Reverside is an established IT services provider specializing in delivering high-quality Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions. We are always looking for skilled professionals to join our growing team and contribute...

Intermediate – Senior Full Stack Developer (PHP) (CPT Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:OUR client, a cutting-edge Tech company, has an exciting opportunity for a fully Remote role for the coding expertise of an Intermediate – Senior Full Stack Developer with strong PHP to join its team. You will, however, be required to attend face-to-face...

Frontend Developer (Angular)

Rapidly experiment with multiple solutionsImplement pixel perfect UI designsImplement re-usable HTML and JS logicEnsure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all implementations...

Frontend Developer (Angular) – Gauteng Pretoria

Rapidly experiment with multiple solutionsImplement pixel perfect UI designsImplement re-usable HTML and JS logicEnsure all code is readable, extendable, and scalable.Ensure that stylesheets are maintained and adapted where necessary.Ensure that all implementations...

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