AI-driven cybercrime moves into operational mainstream

AI, infostealers, vulnerabilities, ransomware, and geopolitical conflict are reshaping organisational risk and compressing the time defenders have to respond, according to Flashpoint’s latest 2026 Global Threat Intelligence Report: Midyear Edition. The threat...

MoonHacker uses NASA data to build lunar digital twins

The barren lunar landscape has some important resources, such as water and minerals like iron and titanium, but extracting and processing them will require special equipment. Where those resources can be found will dictate where to land and how to mine them. To help...

July economic activity reverses two months of decline

South Africa’s economic activity improved in July 2026, following a challenging performance in June and May, according to the PayInc Economic Index. Lower fuel prices provided some relief, while record transaction volumes point to resilient economic activity. However,...

Women embrace AI and narrow the workplace gender gap

South African women are narrowing the artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap with their male counterparts. This is according to the Pnet Job Market Trends Report for August 2026, based on an analysis of 1,5-million jobseeker profiles. Men account for around two...

Business-owned vehicles still bear brunt of vehicle crime

Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for January to June 2025 reveal that business-owned vehicles are 48% more likely to be targeted by criminals than personally-owned vehicles. This trend is largely driven by hijackings, with notable shifts in both timing and location...

Master Power Technologies achieves European certification

Master Power Technologies (MPT), a African provider of power and data centre infrastructure, has become the first African company to be officially certified as an Endorser of the European Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres. The certification,...

Scams ramp up ahead of the Oscars

As excitement builds for the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony, Kaspersky experts warn that cybercriminals are seizing the opportunity to exploit eager movie fans with fraudulent streaming scams. Disguised as free streaming offers for Oscar-nominated movies, these...

Meme coin started as a joke is biggest winner

Meme coins may have started as jokes, but their explosive growth over the past years proves they are anything but trivial. Although still considered speculative and risky, these digital assets have surged in popularity, fueled by their devoted online communities....

SA users tread a minefield of security, privacy threats

South African users experienced more than 32-million cybersecurity threats in 2024, according to new research from NordVPN. The study finds that Internet users should be careful when clicking links that appear to have been sent by big tech companies as there’s a good...

Hybrid working companies more optimistic about growth

Businesses operating in the hybrid model have reported that they are significantly more optimistic about growth in the year ahead than more traditionally focused businesses that require their teams to commute daily. These companies also recognise that hybrid working...

Pioneering telcos modernise with AI, cloud, security investments

A new global study from the IBM Institute for Business Value, with support from GSMA Intelligence, has found that telecommunication and communication service providers (CSPs) who are embracing cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) in their networks...

Fewer critical threats for government, development industries

The latest Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response (MDR) analyst report shows that government and development industries experienced a significant decrease in the number of high-severity incidents with direct human involvement in 2024, whereas the food, IT, telecom...

Home automation in for massive growth

The automated home market is rapidly evolving, with consumers increasingly adopting devices that enhance security, energy efficiency, and convenience. Against this backdrop, the global spending on automated home devices is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate...

Aviation industry increases investment in cybersecurity

SITA's 2024 Air Transport IT Insights report reveals how airlines and airports are increasing investment in cybersecurity, biometrics and sustainable IT solutions to cope with growing digital threats and rising passenger numbers. Seventy-four percent of airlines and...

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Hybrid solar now within easy reach

South Africans need a reliable power solution now. Confronted with loadshedding, power outages and price hikes, there is a real sense of urgency around securing a reliable power solution - capable of operating for extended periods of time. By Vincent Maposa, founder...

AI and robotics key to true digital transformation

Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are terms used to describe machines with human-like abilities, or the simulation of natural intelligence in machines, what is programmed to learn and mimic the actions of humans. By Amit Singh, solutions architect at In2IT...

Remote user experience tool delivers IT performance gains at SANBS

The South African National Blood Service (SANBS), a not-for-profit organisation providing an essential service within South Africa, has successfully rolled out the Aternity digital experience management platform with the help of Datacentrix. The new platform provides...

Are we doing enough to empower young people as digital citizens?

Even if you've got your house kitted out with all the latest smart tech, understand blockchains and NFTs, and can't wait to explore the metaverse, chances are your kids will be even more adept with technology than you are. By Greg Gatherer, account manager at Liferay...

Trends impacting the future of HR

Leveraging digital, data and design thinking to create HR strategies that evolve within a complex future. By Hope Lokuto, chief human resources officer at BCX The role of the human resources (HR) professional has evolved and changed over the years. It's a role defined...

Key challenges for the energy sector

Energy sector leader Lethabo Manamela has identified at least three issues she believes South Africans should tackle with greater urgency. Assessing key trends and issues in 2022, Manamela, interim-CEO of the South African National Energy Development Institute...

SD-WAN eases data security, compliance headaches

Data security and data privacy have become increasingly important as the digital world becomes our reality. By Amritesh Anand, associate vice-president: pre-sales at In2IT Technologies Laws and regulations have emerged to support this, and every industry now has some...

NU opens its doors as Exclusive Networks Africa

Following on from the initial acquisition announcement of late 2021, Networks Unlimited has officially begun its operations as Exclusive Networks Africa. The move, as part of Exclusive Networks' newly expanded Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, is aligned with its...

Huawei launches FTTR solution

At the 2022 Mobile World Congress (MWC), Huawei launched innovative gigabit fibre-to-the room (FTTR) solutions. The solutions extend fiber to every room and aim to build an all-optical base for smart homes and digital enterprises, enabling gigabit Wi-Fi 6 coverage in...

Senior Automation Engineer (Mechatronics)

We are recruiting a Senior Automation Engineer (Mechatronics) to lead the Automation Team and drive integrated solutions combining mechanical, electronic, and software systems. The role demands a balanced expertise in all three disciplines to design, optimize, and...

Software Developer (Java & Delphi) – Gauteng Irene

An established and innovative technology company based in Irene, Gauteng is seeking a highly skilled Software Developer (Java & Delphi) to join their Software Development Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team working on...

Java Developer Senior – Gauteng Menlyn

My client is looking for a Java developer with: Extensive experience in Java Development, Including Java EE and Spring Framework.Strong Knowledge of RESTFUL API design and implementation.Experience with Microservices Architecture and Design Patterns.Experience in...

Senior Automation Engineer (Mechatronics) – Gauteng Gauteng

We are recruiting a Senior Automation Engineer (Mechatronics) to lead the Automation Team and drive integrated solutions combining mechanical, electronic, and software systems. The role demands a balanced expertise in all three disciplines to design, optimize, and...

Software Developer (Java & Delphi)

An established and innovative technology company based in Irene, Gauteng is seeking a highly skilled Software Developer (Java & Delphi) to join their Software Development Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team working on...

Project Manager (Intermediate) at Parvana Recruitment

About our client:Our client provides cutting edge, cloud-based solutions to major banks, retailers, insurers and telcos, allowing them to process payments with ease. You will work with industry-leading experts and be involved in solving everyday payment problems that...

Support Technician (Longdale JHB)

Key ObjectivesTo assist the IT Team with Information & Communication Technology for the company.Inherent Job RequirementsGrade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4 essential3 Year degree in Computer Science / Information System would be advantageousUp to 2 years of...

Senior IT System Administrator (JHB)

ENVIRONMENT:A dynamic Financial Services provider with a mission to help under-served customers in emerging markets to achieve financial stability and success is looking for a strong technical Senior IT System Administrator to join its team. You will be responsible...

Software Developer (Java & Delphi) – Gauteng Irene

An established and innovative technology company based in Irene, Gauteng is seeking a highly skilled Software Developer (Java & Delphi) to join their Software Development Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team working on...

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