Enterprise AI hits the wall

Enterprise AI is outgrowing the architecture and infrastructure beneath it as data privacy and sovereignty requirements tighten, according to new research from NTT Data. The latest research finds a widening split between enterprises that are redesigning AI for...

Information integrity passes geopolitics as the top risk

Information integrity risk, caused by the proliferation of AI‑enabled decision-making and uncertain AI transparency requirements, gained the top rank of emerging risks for the first quarter of 2026, according to Gartner. The Gartner Quarterly Emerging Risk...

SA skills gap: Where talent supply and employer demand collide

South Africa faces a persistent disconnect between the talent available in the labour market and the qualifications that employers are seeking, according to the latest Pnet Job Market Trends Report for April. Around half (54%) of job adverts posted in the last 12...

SA’s key industries come under fire from DDoS attacks

South Africa has become one of the most targeted countries globally for distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against certain key industries, including financial and computer services. New data from NetScout’s Threat Intelligence Report for the second half of...

Ombud opens eFiling profile hacking report for public comment

To curtail ongoing eFiling profile hacking, the Office of the Tax Ombud (OTO) recommends that all stakeholders adopt enhanced security practices. The OTO yesterday (1 October 2025) published the Draft Report into alleged eFiling Profile Hijacking for public...

Musk becomes first half-trillionaire

Elon Musk set a new wealth record when he became the first person with a net worth of half-a-trillion dollars. The achievement was short-lived, but for a few hours on Wednesday Musk was worth an incredible $500,1-billion. This dropped to $499-billion later in the...

Cisco offers integrated security through local PoP

Cisco is making its newly-expanded suite of cloud-based security services available to South African users through a local point of presence (PoP) hosted at AWS. “At a time when cybersecurity is one of the top concerns of every business and public sector leader, our...

Xeon 6 with P-cores enable next-gen computing

Intel has launched Xeon 6 processors with Performance-cores (P-cores), enabling modernised infrastructures that meet the demands of next-gen workloads like AI, high-performing and efficient compute – from data centres to networks and edge to PC. “We are intensely...

King V Draft is open for public comment

The draft of the new version of the King Code – which positioned South Africa as a global leader in corporate governance just over three decades ago – is now available for public comment. The King V Draft is a revised and streamlined update of King IV. The King...

Mobile Web traffic hits new high

After peaking at nearly 60% in mid-2022, mobile web traffic took a downturn throughout 2023, slipping to 53%, a level last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic.  However, things changed last year, with more people than ever using mobile devices to browse the web....

Your vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen

Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific...

Vumacam welcomes private CCTV draft by-laws

Vumacam has welcomed the City of Johannesburg’s publication of by-laws governing the use of CCTV in the city as a key step in making the city safer. The proposed by-laws will support the creation of a database of all registered CCTV cameras being used within...

Network International processes payments for MTN Fintech

Network International has been appointed as a payment processor – issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, which provides mobile financial services in Africa. The partnership will focus on rolling out card issuance products across key MTN Fintech markets, starting with...

Apple to invest $500bn in US infrastructure

Apple has announced its largest-ever spend commitment, with plans to spend and invest more than $500-billion in the US over the next four years. “We are bullish on the future of American innovation, and we’re proud to build on our long-standing US investments with...

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AIOps: turn noise into actionable IT operational data

Through identifying and understanding patterns in massive diverse sets of machine data, businesses can equip themselves to find, fix, and prevent performance problems within their organisation. This is the word from Dave Link, founder and CEO of ScienceLogic, which...

Recommendations for data centre operators to withstand heat waves

Record-breaking heat waves are making headlines and straining economies around the globe, with no signs of cooling down in the immediate future. Beyond the impact on human lives, extreme heat is taking a major toll on data center operations and infrastructure, from...

Digital access is transforming financial inclusion in Africa

In the convenience economy, digital payment solutions are central to businesses providing a service that is quick and seamless. In Africa, digital technologies are not only improving convenience but they're driving financial inclusion, allowing people to transact,...

MICT SETA and Cortex Hub accelerate access to digital skills

The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) has partnered with the Cortex Hub to provide access to critical digital skills to young people. The partnership, with a Memorandum of Understanding, signed on 29...

DCC adds Lenovo consumer products

Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has been appointed an official distributor for Lenovo Intelligent Device Group's (IDG) range of consumer products into the South African channel. The Lenovo consumer ranges, immediately available to DCC's SA channel partners and...

Intel chooses Check Point for Pathfinder for RISC-V platform

Check Point Software Technologies has announced a new collaboration with Intel. Check Point's Quantum IoT Protec will be made available within Intel's new platform for IoT device developers - Intel Pathfinder for RISC-V. Traditionally, cybersecurity has been an...

All female team wins 2022 SATNAC Cybersecurity Hackathon

An all-female team of graduate students from the University of Johannesburg has won the inaugural SATNAC Cybersecurity Hackathon, in partnership with Telkom and Amdocs. Under the theme "Fraud Management: Innovating against digital identity theft, business email...

Kunle Awosika to lead Microsoft’s Africa transformation office

Microsoft veteran and Africa expert Kunle Awosika assumes the position of MD for the Africa transformation office as Wael Elkabbany steps into a new role heading up the Africa regional cluster. With more than 22 years' experience working in multiple countries across...

SAS and UKZN launch Teachers4DataAnalytics program

SAS has partnered with three South African universities to launch the Teachers4DataAnalytics program, a teacher training initiative that aims to reach hundreds of teachers and provide them with the knowledge and tools to inspire their students to pursue careers in...

The future potential of the cloud

Despite an increased awareness by decision-makers of cloud computing, many organisations around the world are yet to fully adopt it. By Frik van der Westhuizen, CEO of EQPlus Research shows that 41% of companies in the EU used cloud computing last year, and then it...

IT Technician – Gauteng Centurion

Our client looking for a talented IT Technician to join our team. As an IT Technician, you will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to our staff.ResponsibilitiesProvide technical support for hardware, software, and networks.Install and...

Real Time Analyst at The Foschini Group

JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Real-Time Workforce Optimisation Responsible for a multiple portfolio of store staff short-term and real-time scheduling needs, clocks, and business requirements monitoring, in which the incumbent needs to manage and check that...

Real Time Analyst at The Foschini Group – Western Cape Parow East

JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities: Real-Time Workforce Optimisation Responsible for a multiple portfolio of store staff short-term and real-time scheduling needs, clocks, and business requirements monitoring, in which the incumbent needs to manage and check that...

Full Stack Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Pretoria

We're looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building scalable, modern web applications from front to back. You'll play a central role in the design, development, and delivery of our core platforms,...

Network Engineer at PeopleSolved – Limpopo Burgersfort

PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for Cisco Network Engineer, to be based on-site at a mining operations company in Burgersfort, Limpopo. This Network Engineer will be responsible for the day to day operational administration of network infrastructure. This is a...

Software Developer (Flutter) – Gauteng Irene

A leading software development company is looking for an experienced Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile). The position is in Irene, Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute Software Developer to drive growth by building and shipping robust...

Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile)

A global leader in providing solutions for the identity and payment industries is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing applications across multiple platforms, with a...

Full Stack Java Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Join our dynamic, fast-paced team as a Full Stack Java Developer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vehicle dispatch and delivery management. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end development and support of a mission-critical internal application,...

Active Directory Expert Specialist at PeopleSolved

Summary: PeopleSolved is currently recruiting for an Active Directory Architect, for a 5-MONTH CONTRACT to join a global mining company. The Senior Active Directory Specialist is responsible for the global design of the Operational Technology (OT) Active Directory...

Software Developer (Flutter / Mobile) – Gauteng Centurion

A global leader in providing solutions for the identity and payment industries is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing applications across multiple platforms, with a...

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