Deepfake fraud losses creep towards $1bn

The first half of 2025 had almost four times as many deepfake incidents (a total of 580 incidents) as the entire year of 2024 - and losses from deepfake-related fraud reached $410-million, according to a new report from Surfshark. Since 2019, deepfake technology used...

Global data centres face rising climate risks

Data centres - the critical infrastructure powering banking systems, cloud storage, emergency services, communications, and logistics - are facing sharply rising risks from climate change-driven extreme weather, according to a new report from physical climate risk...

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...

ESA tracks rare interstellar comet 

Astronomers have confirmed the discovery of a rare celestial visitor: a comet from beyond our Solar System. Officially named 3I/ATLAS, the newly-identified interstellar object is only the third of its kind ever observed, following the famous 1I/ʻOumuamua in 2017 and...

Beware of online share scams

Anglo American has noted an increase in online share trading scams circulating on various social media and digital platforms, bearing fictitious company brand identity and names of some of its executives to lure unsuspecting victims. Scammers are taking advantage of...

Customer-facing conversational GenAI to go mainstream in 2025

A massive 85% of customer service leaders will explore or pilot a customer-facing conversational generative AI (GenAI) solution in 2025, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey of 187 customer service and support leaders conducted in July through August...

Broken printers cost SA healthcare in lost hours

Healthcare workers across South Africa lose an estimated 76 working days every year thanks to slow or non-functioning printers, according to new research from Epson undertaken throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. South Africa is already grappling with...

Telkom expects increased earnings for FY24

Telkom expects to report improved financial results for the financial year ended 31 March 2024, stronger operational performance driven by continued demand for its next-generation technologies along with cost-optimisation initiatives. It has issued a trading statement...

MTN, Huawei sign strategic MoU on Net5.5G

MTN South Africa and Huawei have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for strategic cooperation on Net5.5G. An IP Day Summit themed "Net5.5G Network Development" and co-hosted by the two organisations brought together experts from MTN's network planning and...

Boom period ahead for e-commerce

The global e-commerce market will reach $83,26-trillion by 2030 with a CAGR of 18,9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new study by Grand View Research. The market has grown substantially due to the increasing popularity of omnichannel retailing in which companies...

Network security growth stalls as industry shifts to cloud

The network security market saw a modest single-digit revenue growth in Q1 2024 reaching $5,5-billion, according to Dell'Oro Group. This muted growth, down from double-digits a year ago was driven by a significant decline in hardware-based solutions and a contrasting...

Cisco well-positioned following recent announcements

Cisco is demonstrating great strength in collaboration targeting both hybrid work and call centres following its recent announcements at Cisco Live in Las Vegas, says GlobalData. "Cisco is moving the needle in a meaningful way on both the hybrid work and contact...

Hotels under threat from cybercriminals

Kaspersky has discovered a new fraudulent scheme targeting hotel owners and staff with fraudsters attempting to steal credentials or infect computers with malware. The fraudulent emails, posing as correspondence from former or potential guests, exploit the hospitality...

Apple enters the GenAI fray with Apple Intelligence

Apple has debuted Apple Intelligence, its personal intelligence system for iPhone, iPad and Mac that combines generative models with personal context to deliver useful and relevant intelligence. Apple Intelligence is integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS...

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Access Bank closes $50m Step-Up Green Bond

Access Holdings' banking subsidiary Access Bank, a leading full service Nigerian commercial bank with presence in 17 countries, has successful priced a $50-million Reg S Step-Up Green Notes due 2027 in the international capital market via a private placement. This US...

New GM for demand generation at Tarsus On Demand

Inayeth Govender has been appointed general manager for demand generation at cloud and hybrid cloud enablement vendor Tarsus On Demand. He joined Tarsus On Demand as a campaign manager. In 2020, he was promoted to head of market development, and now takes on a...

When thinking about security, do you consider employee wellbeing?

Insiders pose the greatest single threat to digital security, and the conditions created by hybrid workplaces are making the risk even more acute. According to the Ponemon Institute, insider security threats have risen over 44% since 2020. Yet while we focus a lot of...

New additions to Mweb Exco team

Mweb has announced new additions to its executive committee (exco) leadership team. Johan Jordaan and Lizette Loxton have been appointed as acting co-CFOs with immediate effect. Johan and Lizette are taking over from outgoing CFO Imraan Parker, who is leaving the...

VMware addresses data sovereignty needs of regulated industries

VMware recently announced that it is adding several new partners to its Sovereign Cloud Initiative, along with several new cloud-native developer-centric capabilities. The initiative strengthens VMware's ability to address the needs of enterprises from regulated...

Rectron plants the seed of education with ICT

Limited access to digital technology and a lack of training in digital literacy are barriers to bridging the digital divide for South African youth and enhancing educational outcomes in the country. For example, almost 70% South African youth between the ages of five...

NTT, Grok team up on AI-designed, data-driven operations

Dimension Data's parent company, NTT has partnerd with Grok, a SaaS artificial intelligence (AI) operations provider, to help organisations realise new advantages and improved experiences across their network through AI and machine learning. Early client deployments...

Project Manager (Mining & Engineering) – Gauteng Gauteng

A dynamic Mining organization based in the East Rand is looking to employ a Project Manager with 5 years' experience working in a similar role.Minimum RequirementsMatricValid Driver's License and Own VehicleDegree or Diploma in Project Management...

Oracle PL/SQL Developer – Western Cape Cape Town Region

My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for an Oracle PL / SQL Developer to join them on a permanent basis. IT / Finance Responsibilities Provide Technical Guidance and SupportOffer expertise and support to the product team, assisting with...

MS CRM Tech Lead – Western Cape Cape Town Region

We are a dynamic, customer-centric organization committed to leveraging innovative technologies to drive business success. As part of our commitment to digital transformation, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MS CRM Tech Lead to join our team. Key...

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RPA Developer

Job Title: RPA DeveloperLocation: JohannesburgContract type: Contract (12-month contract)Hybrid Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior RPA Developer to join the team on a 11-month contract. The ideal candidate will assist in designing,...

Ruby on Rails Developer (JHB/CPT/Remote)

ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an experienced Ruby on Rails Developer is sought by a cutting-edge AgriTech company, to join its team and help build out a SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. The team is full stack, and you can expect to be given the necessary...

Senior Business Analyst

Job description:You will work in the IT solutions team within the company. You will drive technology solutions that enable business goals and create efficiencies. Your relevant industry experience together with a strong skillset in systems and data will give you the...

Retail Solutions Architect

A vacancy exists for a Solutions Architect to contribute to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects across a Retail and Omnichannel environment by translating strategies and requirements into technical solutions. Reporting to the Portfolio Manager: Retail and...

SQL DBA

Responsibilities:Install, maintain, and upgrade SQL Server instances: Ensure that all database environments are deployed, maintained, and managed.Develop and implement database security policies: Protect sensitive data by establishing and enforcing security...

Senior REACT Developer

Senior React DeveloperOur UK based client is looking for a Senior React Developer with the following Skills:Experience with server-side rendering frameworks such as [URL Removed] with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices.Experience with state machines (e.g.,...

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