Mobile Web traffic hits new high
After peaking at nearly 60% in mid-2022, mobile web traffic took a downturn throughout 2023, slipping to 53%, a level last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic. However, things changed last year, with more people than ever using mobile devices to browse the web....
Your vehicle is more likely to be hijacked than stolen
Tracker’s vehicle crime statistics for July to December 2024 reveal that nationally, hijackings comprise 56% of all vehicle crime incidents, while theft accounts for 44%. However, hijacking becomes more pronounced when evaluating business-owned vehicles and specific...
Obituary: Stephan Nel
Stephan Nel, founder and CEO of the Omni Group of companies, has passed away. Nel was born in Potchefstroom on 18 February 1977 and died in Pretoria on 10 April 2024. A lifelong entrepreneur, he started his career in the IT industry at the age of 16, operating out of...
African alarm clock – the hadeda – just loves your lush lawn
A new study by Dr Carla du Toit, Professor Anusuya Chinsamy, and Associate Professor Susan Cunning from the University of Cape Town (UCT) has unveiled the extraordinary sensory capabilities of Hadeda Ibises (Bostrychia hagedash) - shedding light on their remarkable...
Cisco targets security in the AI age with Hypershield
Kathy Gibson reports - Artificial intelligence (AI) is dominating the headlines today, but the technology to power the revolution is still being developed - and it is largely still unsecured. "This is one of the largest platform shifts most of us have experienced in...
Intel welcomes Open Platform for enterprise AI
The Linux Foundation AI & Data have announced the Open Platform for Enterprise AI (OPEA) as its latest Sandbox Project. OPEA aims to accelerate secure, cost-effective generative AI (GenAI) deployments for businesses by driving interoperability across a diverse and...
Hackers get more precise with malware attacks
In the last four years, hackers performed over 11-million malware attacks, reveals the latest study by NordPass, which also investigates which countries are the most targeted, which credentials are the most leaked, and which type of malware Internet users fall victim...
Huge surge in data breaches in Q1 2024
Leaked accounts increased by five times in Q1 2024 compared to Q4 2023 - up from 81-million to 435-million - according to data from cybersecurity specialist Surfshark. So far this year, the US, China and Russia were the most breached countries. Since 2004, a total of...
SDV market on track to hit $700bn by 2034
The self-driving vehicles (SDV) and artificial intelligence (AI) cars market is set to be worth over $700-billion by 2034, representing around 20% of the global car market, according to IDTechEx's "Software-Defined Vehicles, Connected Cars, and AI in Cars 2024-2034"...
Data stealers still on the prowl
The malware development market continues to flourish with new stealers such as Lumma, but for the last three years, Redline still remains the dominant data-stealing malware used by cybercriminals. More than half of every device (55%) targeted by password-stealer...
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Management needs to adapt for ‘out of sight’ employees
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Digitisation of remittances can support Africa’s economic recovery
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With cross-platform enterprise innovation, work smarter not harder
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Be cautious when selling your car privately
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Cybersecurity is personal
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Tarsus signs distribution agreement with Dell EMC
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Don’t confuse e-commerce with omnichannel retailing
The age of the mall is waning. The phrase that sends property fund managers into a cold sweat. But it's not just the lower foot traffic as a result of Covid that is to blame for the pressure on brick-and-mortar stores. Businesses which have refused to embrace the...
The basic skills you need to be a great salesperson
Sales is the life's blood of any business, no matter the size. Whether you're a one-person business, doing everything alone, or a multinational corporation with sales teams spread across the globe, you need effective sales to survive. By Lyndy van den Barselaar, MD of...
Cybersecurity predictions for 2021
Check Point Software Technologies has released its cyber-security predictions for 2021, detailing the key security challenges that organisations will face over the next year. Check Point states that the effects of the changes introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic...
Cyber security culture the best defence
People have the potential to be an organisation's best defence against cyber threats and fraud. This is especially true as companies continue to embrace work-from-home models and hybrid office and remote working structures. With perimeter security lines blurred, more...
Senior Business Analyst – Gauteng Johannesburg Region
Looking for a Senior Business Analyst with Digital Wallet experience who has business analysis experience in the payments / financial industry as well as the ability to engage with all levels of stakeholders. Key Requirements 5+ years' experienceBachelor's Degree /...
IT Auditor at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
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SAP FICO Consultant (Expert) 2360
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Software Developer ( ASP.NET Core) at Datonomy Solutions
We are looking for a Software Developer to join our team based in JHB. This role is an initial 12-month contract, onsite.Salary: R60 000- R75 000.00The ideal candidate for this position should have a strong knowledge and experience in ASP.NET/ASP.NET Core...
IT Auditor at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Bryanston
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SAP FICO Consultant (Expert) 2360 – Gauteng Pretoria
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IT Systems Business Applications Administrator at Gina@work
Job Overview:We are seeking a skilled IT Systems Administrator with a strong background in managing and supporting a range of applications, including ISYNC, Freshdesk, Sage Evolution, Gina Connect, Granite, Office 365, and VIP Payroll. The ideal candidate will have...
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