Check Point acquires Lakera
Check Point Software Technologies has entered into an agreement to acquire Lakera, an AI-native security platform for Agentic AI applications. The acquisition will enable Check Point to deliver a full end-to-end AI security stack designed to protect enterprises as...
Fiscal uncertainty undermines SME confidence
After starting the year on an optimistic note, South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were confronted by a wave of new uncertainties that disrupted planning and dampened confidence. This is according to the Quarter 1 2025 SME Confidence Index by Business...
How Intel used AI to improve the Paris Olympics experience
As the Official Worldwide AI Platform Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Intel implemented an artificial intelligence (AI) platform technology to improve the experience for fans, organisers, athletes and viewers worldwide. With 9,5-million tickets...
Absa PMI drops in November
The seasonally adjusted Absa PMI fell by 4.5 points to 48.1 in November, down from 52.6 in October, signalling a loss of recovery momentum observed over the previous two months. While this decline reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the manufacturing sector,...
Secure USB drives come under attack
Kaspersky found that a secure USB drive was compromised with malicious code injected into its access management software. The drive was developed by a government entity in Southeast Asia to securely store and transfer files between machines in sensitive environments....
EMEA public cloud poised to reach $415bn
The Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) public cloud services (PCS) market, including infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS), is projected to generate $203-billion in revenue for 2024. That's according to...
International advisory body supports submarine cable resilience
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations Agency for Digital Technologies, and the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), the leading industry organisation promoting submarine cable protection, have formed the International Advisory...
How AI is shaping the future of work and innovation
South Africa's recent 1,4% decrease in the unemployment rate has offered a glimmer of hope, yet the country continues to grapple with persistently low employment levels. By Professor Amit Kumar Mishra, professor at the Engineering and Built Environment Faculty, and...
Interactive video wall market to hit $39,44bn
The global interactive video wall market size is estimated to reach $39,44-billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 14% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research. Increasing adoption of interactive video walls in educational...
Green spaces play a massive role in cooling cities
As any urban dweller who has lived through a heat wave knows, a shady tree can make all the difference. But what happens when there’s no shade available? A recent study in Nature Communications used NASA satellite data to identify a major gap in global resilience to...
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Critical steps help prevent and detect ransomware threats
Aon's Cyber Security Risk Report found that ransomware is a crisis that will only get worse as threat actors continue to grow in sophistication and expertise. Ransomware attackers often operate with the discipline and approach of a legitimate traditional business,...
Mavuso to lead MWeb
Dimension Data's parent company NTT has announced the appointment of Manelisa Mavuso as MD of MWeb effective 1 October. MWeb is wholly owned by Dimension Data and is one of the first ISPs in South Africa, launched in 1997. Having recently made the decision not to sell...
Bracing for cyber cover in today’s data era
In today's always-on, always-connected economy, businesses are under pressure to enhance their cybersecurity strategy and prove to their customers that data protection is critical to their engagement strategy. By Michel Nader, senior regional director: data protection...
Keep productivity up when the power goes down
Load shedding is a reality that every South African business needs to manage. The good news is that there are a wide range of affordable backup solutions on the market that can help your business to stay productive when the lights go out. By Christiaan Hattingh, MD of...
Rise of the African tech unicorns
African unicorns have made big news in recent months, with four startups having recently reached a $1-billion valuation or more this year alone, taking the total up to seven. Two of the new entrants are in fintech, one in edtech, and one in general technology. These...
How to choose an e-waste recycling partner
With new laws making it illegal to send electronic waste to landfill, your business needs a recycling provider. Here's what you need to know about selecting a reputable recycler. On 23 August, a new law, The National Norms and Standards for Disposal of Waste to...
Influence the specification decision-making process
As architects and specifiers increasingly turn to the online realm to source products and materials for their building projects, building product manufacturers and suppliers should adapt their sales and marketing strategies accordingly to increase their chances of...
Stop security threats early
An always-on, cloud-based email security solution is critical in today's complex cybersecurity environment. By John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Every business needs comprehensive protection including a cloud-based email security solution that reduces the complexity of...
SA insurance industry almost ‘out of the woods’
The South African insurance industry has been invaluable to the economy, serving as a shock absorber and allowing many businesses to recover. This is among the findings of KPMG South Africa's annual South African Insurance Industry Survey for 2021, which polled 40...
inQuba is Microsoft ISV partner of the year for financial services solutions
inQuba has been announced as Microsoft's ISV Partner of the Year, Industry Solution - financial services industry. The awards are held annually and honour South African technology companies which have excelled in delivering Microsoft solutions over Microsoft's...
IT Tester ( SQA)
Software Testing SpecialistRevolutionize your career with cutting-edge tech!R 420,000 - R 660,000 CTCJoin a leading fintech company that empowers businesses to thrive without traditional collateral requirements. Accelerate your career with innovative financial...
ICT INFRASTRUCTURE SPECIALIST – Gauteng Midrand
The role of the Infrastructure Specialist is to ensure that the Banks' Information Communication and Technology (ICT) infrastructure services are available in line with the Service Level Agreements and requirements of the organisation. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS ICT...
IT Tester ( SQA) – Gauteng Sandton
Software Testing SpecialistRevolutionize your career with cutting-edge tech!R 420,000 - R 660,000 CTCJoin a leading fintech company that empowers businesses to thrive without traditional collateral requirements. Accelerate your career with innovative financial...
Sap Autorisations Consultant
We're looking for a hands-on SAP S/4HANA Authorisations expertwho can hit the ground running and take ownership of both implementation and support activities. This is a role for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is confident navigating the complexities...
Senior Project Manager
Job Title: Senior Project ManagerLocation: Cape TownSalary Band: R37,000 - R50,000 (CTC)Department: OperationsReports to: Operations ManagerStart Date: ASAP Purpose of the RoleTo plan, manage and ensure the successful delivery of built environment projects, with a...
Sap Autorisations Consultant – Gauteng Johannesburg
We're looking for a hands-on SAP S/4HANA Authorisations expertwho can hit the ground running and take ownership of both implementation and support activities. This is a role for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is confident navigating the complexities...
Senior Project Manager – Western Cape Cape Town CBD
Job Title: Senior Project ManagerLocation: Cape TownSalary Band: R37,000 - R50,000 (CTC)Department: OperationsReports to: Operations ManagerStart Date: ASAP Purpose of the RoleTo plan, manage and ensure the successful delivery of built environment projects, with a...
SENIOR DATA ANALYST (11 MONTHS)
Support RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending programme, approved, ongoing, completed, non-lending etc) in the region. Its purpose is to ensure qsupport RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending...
SAP Solutions Architect – Retail | S/4HANA Migration Expert at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
Seeking an experienced SAP Solutions Architect with deep expertise in SAP Retail and a strong track record of leading migrations to S/4HANA. The role is responsible for designing scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that align with business strategy, technology...
SENIOR DATA ANALYST (11 MONTHS) – Gauteng Pretoria CBD
Support RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending programme, approved, ongoing, completed, non-lending etc) in the region. Its purpose is to ensure qsupport RDGS.4 in managing data related to the Bank's operations (pipeline, lending...
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