Don’t fall for a QR code scam
In today’s digital world, QR codes are placed on almost everything - from yogurt containers and restaurant menus to museum exhibits, and even utility bills and parking lots. People use them to open websites, download apps, collect loyalty programme points, make...
Gaia Renewables 1 expands power portfolio
In a transaction worth more than R200-million, Gaia Renewables 1, listed on the Cape Town Stock Exchange (CTSE), has officially acquired stakes in two renewable energy plants. The transaction includes the sale of what is arguably South Africa’s first solar IPP...
Young gamers fall victim to cybercriminals
The number of unique users targeted by cybercriminals using popular children’s games as a lure surged by 30% in the first six months of 2024 compared to H2 2023, according to Kaspersky experts. Researchers analysed gaming risks for young players and discovered that...
SASE growth slows as economic pressures weigh
The worldwide Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market posted 10% year-over-year (Y/Y) revenue growth in 2Q 2024, according to a new report from Dell’Oro Group. This is the lowest growth rate since Dell’Oro Group started tracking SASE in 1Q 2019. Economic pressures,...
Handheld radios detonated in Lebanon
A new wave of explosions has rocked Lebabon, this time as handheld radios (walkie-talkies) were yesterday detonated in a co-ordinated remote network attack. At last report, at least 20 people had been killed and about 450 others wounded when the devices exploded. The...
Startups set to win at AfricaIgnite
When the 2024 Africa Tech Festival kicks off in Cape Town on 12 November, anchor event AfricaIgnite will give startups exposure to pitch their businesses, connect with funders, and meet potential customers. In addition to the various events on offer at Africa Tech...
AI to contribute $19,9trn to the global economy
Business spending to adopt artificial intelligence (AI), to use AI in existing business operations, and to deliver better products/services to business and consumer customers will have a cumulative global economic impact of $19,9-trillion through 2030, driving 3,5% of...
Co-ordinated remote attack targets 5 000 pagers
In an eye-watering demonstration of how the Internet of Things (IoT) can be employed to bring cyberwarfare into the physical realm, experts are scrambling to figure out how pagers used by Lebanon’s Hezbollah operatives were detonated yesterday. At least 11 people are...
Insurers have a critical role in defining ethical AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to revolutionise how property and casualty (P&C) business gets done. As a result, P&C insurers are uniquely positioned to advance the conversation for ethical AI – not just for their own businesses, but for all...
Targeted global spend can save millions of children
In its eighth annual Goalkeepers report, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation urged world leaders to increase global health spending where it is needed most in order to boost children’s health and nutrition, especially in the face of the global climate crisis. The...
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POPIA shines spotlight on cybersecurity
With the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) coming into effect from 1 July 2021, it is critical for organisations that have access to their clients' sensitive information to ensure measures are taken to protect them. This is especially true for accountants...
WiFi 6 is the future of remote working
Although remote work isn't new, the Covid-19 pandemic definitely accelerated its adoption to the point where it has become the new reality. With the third wave gripping South Africa among other countries, employees around the world are realising they might be working...
Strengthening the MLOps team
Machine learning operations (MLOps), the standardisation and streamlining of machine learning lifecycle management, has become one of the most important development areas within business. By Fred Senekal, head of R&D at Learning Machines Machine learning (ML) and...
Upskilling talent imperative in the new world of technology
The events of the past year have shown that if organisations and industries are to keep up with the fast-paced change and uncertainty of the current market, they need to accelerate their digital transformation strategy. By Mark Wilson, CEO of Syspro EMEA&I Having...
NTT creates ‘digital twin’ of the Tour de France
NTT Ltd., the official technology partner to A.S.O, will create the world's largest connected stadium, a concept unique to the Tour de France, generating a 'digital twin' of the event. Millions of data points will be collected and brought to life through stunning,...
Cloud is key to government’s digital transformation
The hybrid cloud market is rapidly maturing and has become a central part of the transformational journey for government entities of all sizes and types. By Hamilton Ratshefola: country GM of IBM Southern Africa With 60% of South African executives reporting that...
On the road to crypto-asset regulation
The recently-published Crypto Asset Policy Paper lays out the types of crypto asset service providers that will be subjected to regulatory oversight and how they will be supervised, writes Seshree Govender, senior associate at Webber Wentzel. On 11 June 2021, the...
LGBTQ+ inclusion will build better companies and societies
For decades the rainbow flag has united the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) community and serves as a symbol of diversity and solidarity. By Robin Fisher, senior area vice-president at Salesforce Emerging Markets Pride Month, as well as being...
Salesforce, AWS partnership creates opportunities in SA
Cloud enterprise technology company BlueSky will be spearheading the rollout of new intelligent applications to accelerate digital transformation in South Africa. Last week Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Salesforce announced a new development in their global strategic...
Commvault is HPE’s GreenLake Momentum Partner of the Year
Commvault has won the 2021 Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) GreenLake Momentum Partner of the Year Award at HPE Discover 2021. According to HPE, the 2021 Partner of the Year Awards recognise partners from across the HPE ecosystem for their incredible commitment to...
Business Intelligence Developer (Microsoft Power BI) at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd – Gauteng Brakpan
Red Ember recruitment is recruiting for a Business Intelligent Developer for our client in the East of Johannesburg. The BI Developer will be responsible for creating, managing, and optimising Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reportsRequirementsReport and Dashboard...
Business Intelligence Developer at NRF National Research Foundation
Postion Summary: The National Research Foundation (NRF) seeks to make an appointment for the position of Business Intelligence Developer within the Data Science directorate which forms part of the Digital Transformation business unit. The incumbent will support and...
System Engineer – Intermediate at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
This is a remote position.We are seeking a skilled and proactive Intermediate Systems Engineer to join our client's dynamic IT operations team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a solid background in system patching, application packaging, and...
Business Intelligence Developer at NRF National Research Foundation – Gauteng Pretoria
Postion Summary: The National Research Foundation (NRF) seeks to make an appointment for the position of Business Intelligence Developer within the Data Science directorate which forms part of the Digital Transformation business unit. The incumbent will support and...
System Engineer – Intermediate at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Gauteng
This is a remote position.We are seeking a skilled and proactive Intermediate Systems Engineer to join our client's dynamic IT operations team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a solid background in system patching, application packaging, and...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
This is a remote position.To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify, and implement solutions and actively implement Agile methods and frameworks such as SAFe and Scrum in alignment with the ART Leadership and LACE Team. In accordance with local / global strategic...
Test Analyst – 1355
Test Analyst ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Test Tools used:JIRA, ALM, ConfluenceSelenium / UFTSerenity / CucumberApiumPlaywrightSonar cubeRequirement review, Analyse Test Scripts for feasibility, API Testing, Static and Dynamic analysis, Maintainability Testing,...
Scrum Master at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Centurion
This is a remote position.To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify, and implement solutions and actively implement Agile methods and frameworks such as SAFe and Scrum in alignment with the ART Leadership and LACE Team. In accordance with local / global strategic...
Test Analyst – 1355 – Gauteng Pretoria
Test Analyst ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:Test Tools used:JIRA, ALM, ConfluenceSelenium / UFTSerenity / CucumberApiumPlaywrightSonar cubeRequirement review, Analyse Test Scripts for feasibility, API Testing, Static and Dynamic analysis, Maintainability Testing,...
Data Analyst
Junior Data Analyst - Fintech Startup We're a fast-growing fintech startup building innovative products to reshape financial services. We're looking for a Junior Data Analyst to join our product team and help drive data-informed decisions as we scale. What you'll do:...
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