SA has world’s highest cyberattack rate, identity visibility gap

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

Are we ready for solar storms, submarine cable cuts, satellite disruptions, and extreme weather to disrupt communication networks and potentially trigger a “digital pandemic"? A new report – “When digital systems fail: The hidden risks of our digital world​" –...

Limpopo’s ambitious project to tackle e-waste

Discarded electronic devices and appliances are now the fastest growing waste stream in the world and, recognising International e-Waste Day today (14 October), Limpopo province will be reinforcing the message of safe disposal and recycling with its E-Waste for Youth...

Gen Z rewrites SA’s fight against hunger

Ahead of World Food Day, South Africa’s hunger crisis just met its next wave of disruption: 60 of the country’s smartest Gen Z innovators spent a week hacking one of the nation’s toughest problems - child hunger - and emerged with breakthrough, tech-powered ideas that...

Reset expectations about AI’s impact on productivity and headcount

Despite artificial intelligence’s (AI) promise for enhancing efficiency, many organisations struggle to turn investments in traditional and generative AI (GenAI) into material improvements in worker productivity, according to a survey by Gartner. Gartner's survey of...

Semiconductor Foundry 2.0 enters growth phase

According to IDC’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Supply Chain Tracking Intelligence report, the global semiconductor market, following a recovery in 2024, is expected to experience steady growth in 2025. The broadly defined Foundry 2.0 market -  encompassing foundry,...

UN agencies move to protect satellite navigation

Increasing incidents of interference with aviation, maritime and other satellite telecommunications services mean states must urgently enhance the protection of a critical radio-frequency band, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International...

Stablecoins rise to hold 8% of crypto market cap

While crypto investors often seek the thrill of high-risk, high-reward opportunities, many are increasingly turning to stablecoins to weather market volatility. This shift in preferences combined with regulatory clarity, growing institutional interest, and the rise of...

Valid accounts come under attack

Valid accounts were increasingly being leveraged as an initial attack vector in 2024, representing 31,4% of cases. Public-facing applications still hold the top position with 39,2% of cases. These findings were reported in the recent Kaspersky Incident Response...

HPC, AI drive 15-fold increase in HBM demand

Parallel computer architectures, such as those deployed for modern high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, frequently encounter memory bottlenecks that limit performance, known as the 'memory wall'. Historically, this has stemmed...

Stock market set for 2026 surge after slump

The stock market had a rough start in 2025, with the S&P 500 dropping 10% due to investors’ recession fears. Despite a brief stock rally in mid-March, economic uncertainty and trade tensions have set the ground for a disappointing end to a quarter. The market...

Webb unmasks the true nature of the Cosmic Tornado

Exquisite details from the James Webb telescope reveal a chance, random alignment of a protostellar outflow and a distant spiral galaxy. The new composite image combines observations from Webb’s NIRCam (Near-Infrared Camera) and MIRI (Mid-Infrared Instrument), which...

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Dariel deepens AWS and Azure partnerships

Following the formation of its Cloud Practice, software development specialist Dariel has secured close partnerships with international cloud providers Azure and AWS. Dariel has completed a number of complex certifications to reflect the company's capabilities in...

How can brands stop product fraudsters

They are sophisticated syndicates, insidious as they are dangerous - both to local economies and importantly, to customers. For years, the counterfeit goods industry has illegally benefitted from legitimate businesses by making illegal copies of their products,...

Bolster creativity to stave off worker apathy

Employers need to do more to provide fulfilling work, with recent research suggesting the majority of enterprise workers seek more stimulation and creativity in their job. This is the word from Jolene Castelyn, marketing executive at Ricoh South Africa, who comments:...

Why the C-suite needs asset lifecycle management

The average cost of a data breach is now nearly R50-million, while breach costs have increased by nearly 20% over the last two years. Recent high-profile breaches and ransomware attacks are a stark reminder to C-suite leaders of how vulnerable their businesses are....

Healthcare and the edge a partnership for the future

Technology plays an all-important role in how today's healthcare providers handle resources and manage medical centres. Foremost, is the handling of patient safety and comfort, staff shortage, access to real-time data, physical and cybersecurity, and services...

When investing, don’t just follow trends

Gen Z are emerging as one of the world's most meaningful groups of investors today as they are afforded easier and greater access to investing than any other generation before them. They're also a generation driving some of the investment landscape's biggest and...

Youngsters need these skills to get ahead in the tech industry

Software developers are in greater demand than ever before because of how rapidly the world is evolving. The rise of remote working, e-commerce, artificial intelligence and cloud computing means that software developers are, and will continue to be, at the coalface of...

Stay digitally secure this holiday season

This holiday season, checking off that gift list will look a little different than in past years. Given the spike in digital activity predicted over the holidays, cybercriminals, too, will be making their lists and checking them twice this year. By Aamir Lakhani,...

Simple data protection tips could save millions

South Africa has in recent times become a playground for cybercriminal activities, with syndicates targeting South Africans, companies, and organisations, stealing personal data by hacking into computer systems and causing data breaches. This poses a threat to the...

These are some data security trends for 2023

Data is the new oil, the lifeblood of businesses - without access to critical data and systems, companies will stall at the roadside while their competitors race ahead. This is according to Byron Horn-Botha, Business Unit Head Arcserve Southern Africa, who advises...

Data Administrator (E-Commerce) – Western Cape Cape Town Region

We are seeking a Data Administrator to join our US client's team for a fully remote position. The Data Administrator will be responsible for collecting, analysing, and reporting data to support business decisions and strategies. This role involves working with large...

Data Analyst

Data Analyst (Retail/FMCG)Unleash your data wizardry in a captivating storytelling environment!R 840,000 - R 1,056,000 plus benefitsJoin a dynamic company that brings brands to life through captivating storytelling. Hirt & Carter offers a unique opportunity to...

OCEP Developer at Reverside

Reverside is a leading IT services provider, delivering top-tier Software Development, IT Resourcing, Digital Transformation, and Systems Support solutions across various industries.We're always looking for skilled professionals to join our team of #Changeables –...

Data Analyst – Remote Remote

Data Analyst (Retail/FMCG)Unleash your data wizardry in a captivating storytelling environment!R 840,000 - R 1,056,000 plus benefitsJoin a dynamic company that brings brands to life through captivating storytelling. Hirt & Carter offers a unique opportunity to...

OCEP Developer at Reverside – Gauteng Gauteng

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Senior SQL Developer

PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Snr SQL Developer, for a 6-MONTH CONTRACT opportunity, to join one of SA's leading financial services providers. This 6-MONTH CONTRACT opportunity is based in Sandton, and is HYBRID. Open to all SA Citizens. Summary: Senior...

Server Engineer – 6 month contract

We are seeking a skilled Server Engineer with strong operational experience and expertise across legacy and modern Windows Server environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimising server infrastructure, ensuring high...

Senior SQL Developer – Gauteng Sandown

PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for a Snr SQL Developer, for a 6-MONTH CONTRACT opportunity, to join one of SA's leading financial services providers. This 6-MONTH CONTRACT opportunity is based in Sandton, and is HYBRID. Open to all SA Citizens. Summary: Senior...

Server Engineer – 6 month contract – Western Cape Cape Town

We are seeking a skilled Server Engineer with strong operational experience and expertise across legacy and modern Windows Server environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, securing, and optimising server infrastructure, ensuring high...

Senior Networking Engineer – Durban

Join Our Client's Tech Revolution!?? Location: Durban (preferred) or Johannesburg?? Type: Full-Time?? Company: Our Client - A Leading Managed IT Services Provider Are you a networking guru ready to level up your career? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where...

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