First-party fraud now the leading form of attack
There’s been a significant swing in the composition of global fraud attacks, with first-party fraud now the leading type globally, representing a third (36%) of all reported fraud in 2024, up from 15% the year before. This is among the findings from the new LexisNexis...
Q-Kon brings the Outernet to Africa
Q-Kon has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Outernet provider Rivada Space Networks power network expansion and digital transformation across Africa. Q-Kon will leverage Rivada’s Outernet to provide resiliency for specialised data networks across Africa...
Don’t fall for fake fundraisers for Telegram founder
Cyber scammers are renowned for closely monitoring current events, social changes, and the latest news to exploit and lure victims - and the news surrounding the arrest of Telegram founder, Pavel Durov, is proving to be no exception. Kaspersky experts have uncovered...
Backup of SaaS applications becoming a ‘critical requirement’
By 2028, 75% of enterprises will prioritise backup of software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications as a critical requirement - compared to 15% in 2024 - according to Gartner. SaaS-based applications have become a preferred choice for new and modernised deployments, with...
ACSA terminates biometric ID contract with French firm
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has terminated the contract for an Automated Border Control (ABC), e-Gates and single token project awarded to French technology company, IDEMIA. In a statement, ACSA says the contract termination is in line with the conditions of...
Global ICT leaders launch AI consortium
An AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium - led by Cisco and including Accenture, Eightfold, Google, IBM, Indeed, Intel, Microsoft and SAP, along with key advisors - has released its inaugural report, The Transformational Opportunity of AI on ICT Jobs. The initiative,...
DTIC, Takealot partner to digitise township economy
Kathy Gibson reports - The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has signed an agreement with Takealot to develop and digitalise the township economy. Parks Tau, minister of trade, industry and competition, made the announcement this morning at the launch of a...
Digital platforms could add R91,4bn to SA economy
Kathy Gibson reports - The digital platform economy could be a game-changer for South Africa, potentially adding R91,4-billion to the economy by 2035. This growth would see the sector's contribution expand from 0,02% of GDP in 2022 to a meaningful 1,38% by 2035. These...
4G/LTE will be embedded in next-generation spacesuits
Nokia has partnered with Axiom Space to integrate advanced 4G/LTE communication capabilities into the next-generation spacesuits that will be used for the Artemis III lunar mission. Together, Nokia and Axiom Space will incorporate high-speed cellular-network...
Big increase in attacks on vulnerable Windows drivers
Attackers are increasingly targeting Windows by exploiting vulnerable drivers and, in the second quarter of 2024, the number of systems attacked using this technique increased by nearly 23% compared to the first quarter, says Kaspersky. Vulnerable drivers may be...
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Avoid cyber-cons, budget disasters on Black Friday
The retail frenzy that is Black Friday is here. Last year, bargain hunters favoured online shopping - a trend noticed globally and not just in South Africa. Budget Insurance urges consumers to exercise caution in managing their money smartly and in protecting...
Fortinet is official cybersecurity partner of the European Tour
Fortinet has announced a multi-year partnership with the European Tour. As an Official Tour Partner and Official Cybersecurity Partner, Fortinet will provide its expertise and security solutions to support the Tour's digital innovation journey. The European Tour hosts...
Homegrown AI health solution wins international award
A South African-born financial services technology company has won a Southeast Asian award for its artificial intelligence (AI) system that is designed to make healthcare more affordable and effective, answering to the needs of the future today. The Singapore...
NU bolsters networking and storage division
Following on from the appointment earlier this year of a new business unit head in the networking and storage division, Networks Unlimited has strengthened this division further with two additional new hires in its F5 and Hitachi Vantara areas. This is according to...
Watch out for those CAPTCHAs …
Clicking "I'm not a robot" on an online form may seem harmless enough, but evidence is emerging that cyber criminals are turning their attention to CAPTCHA tests as a new way to redirect users to pages with malicious intent. Anna Collard, senior vice-president:...
New phishing risks as demand grows for fake vaccine passports
Nearly two years into the battle against Covid-19 over 3-billion people around the globe and over 15-million in South Africa are now fully vaccinated. "As governments continue their efforts to stop the spread of Covid-19 and encourage vaccination, the scene has been...
Contact centre maths: just add savings
When it comes to the contact centre, there are several cost touchpoints that are important. The first is the realisation that the contact centre itself is a powerful tool when it comes to differentiation, customer experiences and customer retention. As McKinsey points...
ISA/IEC 62443 declared as a Horizontal Standard
The International Society of Automation (ISA) and the ISA Global Cybersecurity Alliance (ISAGCA) has announce that the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has officially designated the IEC/ISA 62443 series of standards as "horizontal," meaning that they...
Hitachi Energy launches digital twin for power grids
Hitachi Energy has launched IdentiQ, its digital twin solutions for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and power quality solutions. IdentiQ will help to advance the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible and secure, accelerating the transition towards...
SA fintech raises $48b in series B funding round
South African payments company Ozow has attracted Tencent in its $48-million Series B funding round. The investment round also includes Endeavor Catalyst and Endeavor Harvest Fund. Notably, Endeavor Catalyst's investment committee approval was chaired by partner of...
Solutions Architect (Infrastructure, Devices, OS, and Applications) – Remote Remote
Job OverviewThe Solutions Architect (Infrastructure, Devices, OS, and Applications) is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the infrastructure, devices, operating systems, and applications that support the organization's operations. This role involves...
Data Scientist
To support the delivery of Analytics and Data Science Solutions within the client's business. The objective is to drive substantial bottom-line value by transforming the organisation's key decision processes (e.g., sales, marketing, product design and pricing, fraud,...
Frontend Developer (Angular)
Create a responsive and visually appealing user interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.Work closely with UI/UX designers to translate design wireframes and prototypes into functional web applications.Write clean, maintainable code to implement front-end...
Facilitator – Software Developer
Hire Resolve's client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Facilitator to lead a learnership program in Systems Development for learners in Upington, Northern Cape. This exciting opportunity involves guiding participantsthrough the Occupational Certificate: Software...
Scrum Master
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them on a permanent basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Coordinate internal resources and third parties / vendorsEnsure that all projects are delivered on time, within...
Data Scientist – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
To support the delivery of Analytics and Data Science Solutions within the client's business. The objective is to drive substantial bottom-line value by transforming the organisation's key decision processes (e.g., sales, marketing, product design and pricing, fraud,...
Frontend Developer (Angular) – Gauteng Pretoria
Create a responsive and visually appealing user interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.Work closely with UI/UX designers to translate design wireframes and prototypes into functional web applications.Write clean, maintainable code to implement front-end...
Facilitator – Software Developer – Northern Cape Upington
Hire Resolve's client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Facilitator to lead a learnership program in Systems Development for learners in Upington, Northern Cape. This exciting opportunity involves guiding participantsthrough the Occupational Certificate: Software...
Scrum Master – Western Cape Cape Town Region
My client based in Cape Town (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Scrum Master to join them on a permanent basis IT / Finance Responsibilities Coordinate internal resources and third parties / vendorsEnsure that all projects are delivered on time, within...
Strategic Information Data Officer (Wits RHI – Gophelega – Tshwane)
Background:The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute (Wits RHI) is a renowned African-led research institute that seeks solutions to Africa's health challengesIt is located within the University of the Witwatersrand and addresses some of the greatest public...
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