SA the top African target for digital fraud

South Africa had the highest rate of suspected digital fraud among the African countries analysed in a new study, with 3% of transactions involving consumers in South Africa being suspected of digital fraud during 2025 – slightly below the global average of 3,8%. In...

Nvidia and Microsoft reinvent Windows PCs for personal AI

Nvidia yesterday unveiled Nvidia RTX Spark, a new superchip that it says reinvents Windows PCs for the era of personal AI agents, offering a new class of computer that moves from tool to teammate. Designed for AI, creating and gaming, RTX Spark brings Nvidia...

Between geopolitics and AI, global economic outlook hangs in balance

The global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, according to the latest edition of the World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists’ Outlook. Nearly nine in 10 chief economists surveyed expect global growth to weaken over the next 12 months, reversing...

Same job, different province, different pay

New jobs data shows significant variances in how much professionals in different parts of South Africa can earn based on regional, labour market dynamics. This is according to Pnet’s May 2026 Job Market Trends Report, which includes an exploration of how salary ranges...

Young scientists rise to the challenge at Eskom Expo

This year’s Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF) at Emperor’s Palace saw 319 young scientists from South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, India, and Russia showcase and compete against each other with their STEMI research...

Nominations now open for SAICTA Awards

The South African Information and Communication Technology Association (SAICTA) has officially opened nominations for the 2025 SAICTA ICT Awards honouring the leaders, innovators, and rising stars shaping the future of South Africa’s ICT sector. Scheduled for 14...

Jury is out on how banks benefit from GenAI

Despite the growing adoption of GenAI technology in the banking industry, banks and financial institutions are split when it comes to outcome-based strategies. According to NTT Data’s “Intelligent banking in the Age of AI” research report, only half of banks (50%) see...

Mobile tech, DX could boost global GDP by $11trn

The global economy is seeing a dramatic shift, with advanced connectivity and mobile technologies set to contribute $11-trillion to global GDP by 2030 – representing 8,4% of the total. According to a new study launched by GSMA Intelligence ahead of MWC Barlelona, this...

Public cloud to hit $1trn by 2026

The public cloud industry has experienced explosive growth over the years, as billions worldwide rely on cloud storage to manage and safeguard their data. Since 2020, the sector has nearly tripled and is set to reach a remarkable $934-billion value in 2025, 20% more...

When IT cost optimisation fuels innovation, ROI improves

There is a significant opportunity for companies of all sizes - but in particular for those with revenue between $500-million and $5-billion - to optimise their IT costs and surge ahead in innovation. SoftwareOne Holding’s “Driving Business Outcomes through...

As security staff take on more, retention challenges grow

As cybersecurity teams take on broader responsibilities, infosec professionals are working across multiple security domains. This is according to the 2025 Cybersecurity Staff Compensation Benchmark Report released by IANS Research and Artico Search, which takes a...

Microsoft’s new chip rewrites quantum computing playbook

Microsoft may have changed the quantum computing game, with the development of a new material that enables scalability on a new scale. Majorana 1, introduced yesterday, is the world’s first quantum chip powered by a new Topological Core architecture that Microsoft...

900m phishing attempts as cyber threats take off

Kaspersky’s security solutions blocked over 893-million phishing attempts in 2024 – a 26% increase from 2023, when the total stood at nearly 710-million. The surge in attempts (shown in the graph below) between May-July is traditionally tied to the international...

Companies in all sectors want agentic AI workers

Agentic AI is a significant advancement in artificial intelligence (AI) that transcends traditional content generation capabilities. It involves AI systems that can operate autonomously, making decisions and taking actions on behalf of users without requiring...

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Retailers using AI should be aware of privacy and cybercrime issues

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being deployed to help shoppers make better choices, but retailers must be aware of their obligations under personal privacy and cyber crimes laws. By Wendy Tembedza, partner at Webber Wentzel The acceleration of the fourth industrial...

Fintechs set to transform cross-border payments in Africa

For centuries people have crossed borders to live, work, and trade. While cross-border payment systems are crucial for financial inclusion and growth in a globalised economy, cost and efficiency challenges remain, particularly in Africa. Mark Dankworth, President...

African innovators invited to enter HVAC Design Award

LG Electronics is partnering with The Society of Air-conditioning and Refrigerating Engineers of Korea (SAREK) to bring this year’s HVAC Design Award to life. The HVAC Design Award is a competitive platform that invites companies, designers, and consultants in the...

New non-executive director for Stanchion

Stanchion Payment Solutions has announced the appointment of Sandy Baker as an independent non-executive director of the company. Baker has more than 30 years’ experience in finance, corporate finance and governance in the fintech, biotech and impact investing...

Look again at security automation

The sheer scale and pace of today’s cyber threats could prove overwhelming for the security department, outpacing its resources. Hila Meller, BT Security, Global Head of Sales shares BT’s own learnings on the top five things to consider for your security automation...

Green building an opportunity for SMEs

The demand for ‘green,’ or environmentally sound buildings has been driven strongly by the global shift towards sustainable development as well as various push and pull factors. Unstable power supply and the opportunity to save on utilities are just two of the reasons...

DCC wins at APC for Schneider Electric MEA Awards

Drive Control Corporation (DCC) has been awarded the highly contested Leading Edge Award for Distribution 2021 at the recent APC by Schneider Electric MEA Secure Power President’s Club Partner Awards held in Slovenia. The ICT distributor’s APC by Schneider Electric...

Econz Wireless partners with 4Sight Dynamics Africa

Econz Wireless has appointed JSE-listed 4Sight Holdings as a distributor of its products throughout the Middle East, Central Europe, and Africa regions. The partnership will allow mutual customers to take advantage of already commercially available bi-directional...

CloudSmiths and DotModus merge

CloudSmiths has merged with DotModus to form an omnichannel customer journey company that will operate under the CloudSmiths brand. Launched in 2010, DotModus specialises in Google Cloud Data Analytics and Google Cloud Infrastructure. It is also a Gold Microsoft...

New channel director will help Cybereason expansion

Cybereason, the XDR company, has appointed Chantél Hamman as its new channel director focused on growing the company’s presence across sub-Saharan Africa. Hamman, who has almost 20 years of experience, will work with existing and prospective partners on programs to...

Reporting Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:Our client is a global financial services company focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. This is an amazing opportunity to work with a highly successful global team. The environment is flat structured, collaborative,...

Backend Java Developer

Looking for a Backend Java Developer with extensive experience in Back End: Java, Quarkus Framework experience, API DesignDatabases: SQL Language using PostgreSQLTesting: Unit Test Framework like JunitDocker: Knowledge on how to build and use container imagesVersion...

Full Stack Developer (Java, Javascript) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

FULL STACK DEVELOPER WANTED – Drive Innovation in the Automotive Industry!Location: Gauteng (Hybrid Model) – Long Term Contract We're on the hunt for a dynamic Full Stack Developer to join our client – a trailblazer in the automotive industry, known for pushing...

Application Support Analyst at QE Services

Application Support Analyst We're looking for an Intermediate Application Support Analyst to join a fast-paced, solutions-driven IT Support team. This role is at the heart of supporting, maintaining, and enhancing mission-critical business systems. This isn't your...

Backend Java Developer – Gauteng Menlyn

Looking for a Backend Java Developer with extensive experience in Back End: Java, Quarkus Framework experience, API DesignDatabases: SQL Language using PostgreSQLTesting: Unit Test Framework like JunitDocker: Knowledge on how to build and use container imagesVersion...

Application Support Analyst at QE Services – Western Cape Bellville

Application Support Analyst We're looking for an Intermediate Application Support Analyst to join a fast-paced, solutions-driven IT Support team. This role is at the heart of supporting, maintaining, and enhancing mission-critical business systems. This isn't your...

Senior Software Developer II .Net API (Contract Role)

Description:C# - experience in Restful Api development, async operations understanding and experience, SOLID design approach, integration development (Kafka, SOAP, Rest, Batch, Persistence)MS SQL - indexing, stored procedures, SQL troubleshooting and...

BI Developer

Seeking a BI Developer who will be responsible for building and maintaining data processes, automating reports, and supporting business intelligence initiatives across various platforms. Key Requirements BCom degree or BA in FinanceMicrosoft Data Engineering and Data...

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The fastest growing IT company in South Africa is looking for Full Stack Java Developers to join their team You work on a Hybrid Model. Tavel Internationally atleast once a hear and get exposure to the most advanced corestack in SA Desired Skills: Java Java EE...

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