Biometrics, building automation under attack
In Q1 2025, malicious objects were blocked on 21,9% of ICS computers globally, according to a new report by Kaspersky ICS CERT (Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team). Regionally, this share varied: from 10,7% in Northern Europe to 29,6% in Africa....
AMD unveils EPYC 4005 Series processors
AMD has launched its AMD EPYC 4005 Series processors that enable right-sized solutions with enterprise-class features and performance for small and medium businesses and hosted IT service providers. AMD EPYC 4005 Series CPUs deliver the performance, features and...
Scientists report on last week’s meteorite that blew up over Gqeberha
Kathy Gibson reports - Scientists have confirmed that a big meteorite exploded close to Gqhberha last week (25 August), with witnesses reporting the flash and sound from hundreds of kilometres away. Researchers from the University of the Witwatersrand, Nelson Mandela...
SA children face big school readiness challenges
A major global survey of primary school teachers has revealed that a significant proportion of South African children are starting school without being developmentally ready, placing them at a disadvantage compared to their international peers. The survey, conducted...
UIF online platforms are down
The Unemployment Insurance Fund's (UIF's) online platforms are currently down. On 30 August 2024, the Pretoria High Court issued an interim interdict preventing, with immediate effect, a new service provider from rendering services for the UIF online portal. As a...
Cost of data breaches continues to soar
Although security teams worldwide are doing a much better job detecting and containing breaches, the average data breach cost continues to snowball, according to Stocklytics.com. In 2024, the average cost of a data breach skyrocketed to $4,88-million - up from...
Pre-paid electricity meters linked to energy poverty, food insecurity
A doctoral thesis by Isaac Kwamena Nunoo from the University of Cape Town's (UCT) School of Economics has highlighted the crucial role of electricity in enhancing household welfare in Ghana and South Africa. The thesis explores the impact of electricity and fuel usage...
ISPA echoes calls for regulatory support for MVNOs
ISPA, South Africa's official internet Industry Representative Body (IRB), welcomes recent calls for an appropriate, light-touch regulatory regime specifically tailored to support the growing number of Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) introducing competition...
August vehicle sales underwhelm but NADA still optimistic
August vehicle sales in South Africa showed a 4,9% decrease compared to the same month last year - a drop that comes at a critical time for the automotive sector. "This decline is disappointing, especially considering the July sales results and improving consumer...
Time to give mobile devices the spring cleaning they deserve
Spring has officially sprung. And with the traditional thoughts around warmer weather and an exciting period of renewal and rejuvenation, now is also the perfect time to give a fresh start to your digital devices. Giving them a proper spring cleaning will not only...
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The more Africa innovates, the closer the world gets to net zero
The climate crisis is an unavoidable reality. For every company, individual and government, changing the shape of this crisis has become, or should become a priority. By John Lewis, MD of Aggreko Africa It needs to be central to every conversation, expansion plan, and...
Don’t let form trump corporate governance substance
More laws and regulations are not going to solve the many problems business - and the country - face. Only changed behaviour will do that. By Parmi Natesan, CEO of the Institute of Directors in South Africa (IoDSA) Reading through the proposed amendments to the...
These are the technologies businesses are using to adapt
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Work-from-home ushered in an age of flexible human work
Most organisations have settled into more digital ways of working and collaborating since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. By Gerhard Hartman, vice-president: medium business for Sage Africa & Middle East Following the success of the universal work-from-home...
JSE launches sustainability and climate change disclosure guidance
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Accel-KKR backs Entersekt
device identity and authentication vendor Entersekt has announced a significant investment from Accel-KKR, a technology-focused private equity firm. The investment will enable Entersekt to accelerate its roadmap, hire top talent and fuel expansion into new markets....
Fujitsu quantum-inspired optimisation services cut traffic, CO2 at Hamburg Port
Supply chain logjams are currently causing disruption, shortages and inflationary cost pressures across the globe. In a major step toward solving this global problem, the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) has successfully demonstrated an approach to the more sustainable...
Enterprise 5.0: unlocking the value of 4IR
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is here but in order for industrial companies to realise a real return on their investment, they need to move to Industry 5.0. People are the missing ingredient in 4IR. By Willie Ackermann, chief sales and marketing officer at...
Reinventing retail through AI
The future of retail is one where artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) will combine to deliver a customer experience unlike any other. By Tony Nkuna, senior presales solutions consultant at TechSoft International Already, the likes of 5G, the...
Look out for these software development trends in 2022
Imagine going back thirty years and making predictions about the future. Video calls on hand-held computers that are way more advanced than the computers that sent the Apollo ships to the moon, the ability to work and have meetings with colleagues from anywhere in the...
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Systems Analyst II – Western Cape Cape Town
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Systems Analyst to join our team in delivering high-quality, business-aligned IT solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for understanding and translating business requirements into effective system designs that drive...
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