Phishing further evolves with AI and stealth
Kaspersky detected and blocked over 142-million phishing link clicks in Q2 2025 - a 3,3% increase globally and a 25,7% increase in Africa from Q1. Currently, phishing is going through a shift driven by sophisticated AI-powered deception techniques and innovative...
MTN scores global first with core network upgrades
MTN South Africa has become the first operator globally to go-live with automated In-service Software Upgrade (ISSU) on Ericsson Packet Core Gateway (PCG) node with a collocated Packet Core Firewall. The modernisation brings a range of benefits to South Africa’s...
New semiconductor boom ahead
The global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) will continue to rise - growing by over 15% in 2025 - according to IDC’S’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Technology Supply Chain Intelligence report. Major application markets -...
SA young scientists earn Medals of Honour in Mexico
Research projects by two local young scientists earned Medals of Honour, while ranking in the top 10 among the 45 international learners who presented at the ExpoCiencias Nacional Tabasco 2024 competition held in Mexico. The projects that earned international...
AI trends to watch in 2025
Intentional or not, everyone is already using AI. Whether it’s to help prompt ideas and trigger thoughts or to simply navigate mundane day-to-day administrative tasks, AI has a utility for everyone. This natural adoption of AI over the last few years has opened new...
Enterprise WLAN market continues to recover
Enterprise class Wireless LAN (WLAN) revenues increased quarter-on-quarter for the second time in a row - reaching $2,3-billion in 3Q 2024 - according to research group Dell’Oro Group which adds that the adoption of WiFi 7 continued its ascent, with shipments of the...
Black Friday drives traffic to malls
There were 4,3-million vehicle stops at 1 850 monitored malls/shopping centres on Black Friday this year - marginally up by 2,5% on last year - but the 25,7-million vehicle stops during Black Friday week were up by 10% compared to 2023’s Black Friday week, and 12%...
Protect your holiday cheer from cyber criminals
The December holiday season is prime time for cyber criminals and fraudsters, largely because people let their guard down and shop around for bargains more than usual over this period. This is the warning from members of the cyber security special interest group...
Supply chain issues still plague airline performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expects severe supply chain issues to continue to impact airline performance into 2025 – which will both raise costs and limit growth. IATA quantified the scale of the challenges facing airlines because of supply...
These are the jobs SA companies are battling to fill
2024 has seen a significant surge in demand for tech, data and analysis professionals. Going into 2025, it is crucial that companies budget for attracting and retaining the right talent - especially considering the recent economic trends that have impacted...
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Divergent trends in property values across Africa
The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic not only affected people and communities, but also impacted commercial property values across the world. By Roger Long, director of valuation and advisory services at Broll Property Group This report looks at the effect of the...
Reimagining the customer experience
Even though the value proposition behind insurance has not fundamentally changed over hundreds of years, advancements in technology and the rapid digital transformation brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic have contributed to an increasingly sophisticated customer...
KeyTec aims to disrupt fleet telematics industry
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SkyNet SA in private equity buyout
SkyNet's operations in South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, the UK, Belgium and Germany have been acquired by the South African management team together with RMB Ventures (RMBV) an on balance sheet long private equity investor and a subsidiary of FirstRand Bank, Bopa...
BT secures global partnership with OneWeb
BT and OneWeb have agreed terms for a new Distribution Partner Agreement, with OneWeb to provide Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communication services across BT Group. This builds on an initial Memorandum of Understanding signed in July and means BT is testing how...
Making the digital farm a working reality
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A game plan for higher education
Generation Z are rapidly stepping onto the world stage. They are graduating from high school, entering the workforce and studying at tertiary education institutions. Referred to as digital natives, this generation grew up with technology and have no knowledge of life...
Crystal Ventures transforms business processes across group companies
A lack of automation can undermine an organisation's efforts for greater efficiency and profitability and leave decision-makers blind to real-time information about the business. Data suggests up to 22% of a typical employee's time is spent on repetitive tasks, with...
Digitalisation enables smart supply chains
As with most other spheres of society, our supply chains took a massive hit - and are still recovering - from the disruption of the global pandemic. By Leon Steyn, CEO of Dante Deo From healthcare facilities and communities desperately waiting for medical and hygiene...
Oracle, Orange collaborate in West Africa
Oracle and Orange have signed a collaboration agreement as part of a joint plan to accelerate cloud-led digital transformation in West Africa. Under the agreement, the two companies will assess plans to build Oracle Cloud regions using Orange's infrastructure in...
Digital Implementation Specialist (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions, empowering financial professionals to enhance data-driven decisions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving...
Data Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...
Back-End Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is a leading global payments company who is building on their demonstrated success of transforming the payments landscape. Join this winning team to enhance your career and have a really enjoyable work environment. This client invests...
Embedded Software Engineer
Our client is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer based in CPT, with expertise in C/C++ or Assembly programming. Key Requirements 5+ years' experience overall.BSc/ BTech/ [URL Removed]C/C++AssemblyJavaGoWindows OSOODShould you meet the requirements for...
Junior Java Backend Developer (Centurion Onsite)
ENVIRONMENT:THE coding talents of an ambitious Junior Java Backend Developer are wanted by a cutting-edge HealthTech company in Centurion. Your role will include resolving and/or escalating issues in a timely fashion, developing / contributing to the written design...
Technical Support Specialist (Senior) (US Hours – West Coast) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client is a global leader in digital marketing and client reporting solutions. With operations spanning four continents, they are rapidly expanding their team worldwide. Serving top-tier clients in the fintech sector,...
SOC II Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
About our client:Our client is an industry leader in Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, with a reputation built on technical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and extensive experience. Their comprehensive managed services offer continuous, robust...
Reporting Analyst at Parvana Recruitment
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,...
Full-Stack Developer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment
This is a remote position.About our client:Our client develops and supports software and data solutions across a variety of industries. They want you to get ahead of the market and stay there. They offer a combination of plug and play products that can be integrated...
Data Engineer (Senior) at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
About our client:Our client is a dynamic IT company delivering innovative, value-driven solutions. Their culture is built on pride in their work, respect for colleagues, partners, and communities, and a commitment to collaborative decision-making. They also believe in...
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