Social media the top culprit as deepfake fraud grows

Deepfake attacks are growing, and costing people more. Scial media is the main culprit

Muse highlights privacy, copyright issues in AI training

Copyright and privacy issues under the spotlight as Meta withdraws Muse feature

PC shipments tank as memory crunch bites

Worldwide PC shipments fell 4,9% year-over-year in Q2 2026 to 68,2-million units, according to IDC — the first decline after nine consecutive quarters of growth. A persistent memory chip shortage drove the reversal, pushing vendors to pull inventory forward as far as...

AI, cross-border trade reshape e-commerce in SA

AI could soon choose what we buy, sustainability has shifted from nice-to-have to non-negotiable, and second-hand shopping is rapidly becoming mainstream, according to DHL’s E-Commerce Trends Report 2026. Based on survey findings from 29 000 online shoppers and 5 800...

The looming threat of Web session hijacking

A new Kaspersky report reveals that 87% of randomly surveyed websites display cookie notifications - yet most users remain unaware of the serious threats posed by these small data files. Cookies are text files stored by browsers to enhance website functionality and...

Redvine expands into Europe

Redvine Networks, the managed secure SD-WAN and networking service provider and VeloCloud distributor, is expanding its global footprint with the launch of four European gateway locations and the establishment of a strategic presence in France. “At Redvine, we see...

Nvidia CEO says India should manufacture its own AI

Artificial intelligence will be the driving force behind India’s digital transformation, fueling innovation, economic growth, and global leadership, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said at this week’s  Nvidia AI Summit in Mumbai. Addressing a crowd of entrepreneurs,...

Equinix adds to mushrooming SA data centres

Nasdaq-listed digital infrastructure company, Equinix, has opened its first international business exchange (IBX) data centre in Johannesburg, South Africa – JN1 – which it says is a key facility within its global network. Equinix says that the JN1 site is in a...

Digitisation, cloud is improving business outcomes

Kathy Gibson reports – South African organisations are increasingly using cloud services to unlock opportunities and improve business outcomes. Pandelani Munyai, group CIO of Transnet, explains that key considerations when adopting cloud included improved security and...

Cloud key to SA’s digitalisation goals

Kathy Gibson reports – Government has a firm policy t drive digital innovation, with the aim of improving service delivery while helping to uplift citizens. Nonkqubela Thathakahle Jordan-Dyani, director-general of the Department of Communications and Digital...

Huawei details ‘cloud everywhere’ strategy

Kathy Gibson reports - Everything as a service: that’s the goal that Huawei Cloud is aiming for in a world where technology innovation is moving at an unprecedented pace. Huawei built the first local cloud region in Johannesburg in 2019. Since then, it has signed up...

Practical advice on scaling AI in your organisation

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries across the globe, organisations are grappling with the ways in which to effectively scale and integrate this transformative technology into their day-to-day operations. The potential benefits of AI are...

Strengthening SA’s 4IR research capacity

The Media Information Communication and Technologies Sector Education Training Authority (MICT SETA) and the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) are are set to host the inaugural 4IR Research Symposium and Expo from tomorrow (25 October), marking a pivotal moment for...

New Grandoreiro malware variant exposed

Despite the arrest of important operators in early 2024, Grandoreiro malware continues to be used by its partners in new campaigns – Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis team (GReAT) has discovered a new light version focused on Mexico targeting around 30 banks....

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SMEs urged to understand their employees’ rights during the pandemic

SMEs have had to deal with a litany of issues since the pandemic began. Many were forced to close shop for a period of time, had to put their staff on short time or retrench and even needed to restructure their entire business offering to make it relevant in these...

Telcos use holistic data to create customer intimacy

Telco organisations understand better than most that their business is only as good as the last positive interaction experienced by a customer. It is a business mantra by which they live and breathe and one that is shaped by a holistic approach to data management that...

Be clear on the finer points of POPIA to avoid regulatory run-ins

The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) takes effect on 1 July, a move that will compel businesses and organisations to protect personal information and prevent it being exposed and disseminated to unauthorised individuals and entities. While the Act has...

Is the hybrid workforce the future of work?

As the restrictions that were put in place to combat Covid-19 have been lifted, some companies have opened their offices and employees can expect a very different workplace to the one pre-pandemic. By Sigrid Müller, head of human resources, South Africa and southern...

Non-compliant expats in Africa headed for tax showdown with SARS

South African expatriates who ignore their tax obligations will soon find themselves in hot water with SARS. "They need to urgently review their compliance status with an expatriate tax specialist or risk a major personal financial crisis and even jail time," warns...

Technologies that should be part of your future CCM strategy

Customer expectations are evolving faster today than ever before. By Brent Haumann, MD of Striata That's hardly surprising. In an always-on world where people have devices with them all the time, they're exposed to great digital experiences on a daily basis. When a...

Gestalt calls for B-BBEE mindset shift

Very few businesses are forced by legislation to participate in broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE). It is a voluntary process and for most small business owners, the decision about whether or not to do it is primarily a financial one. The reality is...

OKI MEITA boosts textile industry with JG Electronics partnership

OKI Europe has announced a significant improvement in its go-to-market strategy in sub-Saharan Africa: with immediate effect, JG Electronics will be one of the official distributors of OKI for the textile printing solutions in South Africa. JG Electronics is one of...

PWC releases new Africa VAT Guide

PwC Africa has released the seventh edition of its Africa VAT Guide, comprising updates on VAT regimes in 41 African countries. With the theme of "Moving towards a united Africa", this edition is focused on Africa's journey into the future and how different countries'...

Regtech takes centre stage in digital transformation

Regulatory technology or regtech is starting to play a crucial role in ensuring digital transformation projects are not only successful, but fully compliant too. Andrea Tucker, head of research & development and strategic projects at e4, notes that while regtech,...

IT Project Manager (Junior) at EnableSA (Pty) Ltd

Our International Software Solutions client is seeking a talented Junior IT Project Manager to support and drive innovative digital projects across the globe. Responsibilities: Assist in planning, coordinating and delivering software development projects; Communicate...

Intermediate .Net Developer

ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking a skilled and passionate Intermediate .NET Developer to join their Cape Town team in a unique role. From the outset, you will be responsible for delivering new features while...

Business Analyst at Parvana Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town

About our client:With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of...

Intermediate .Net Developer – Western Cape Cape Town

ENVIRONMENT:A Germany-headquartered company, driven by innovation and growth, is seeking a skilled and passionate Intermediate .NET Developer to join their Cape Town team in a unique role. From the outset, you will be responsible for delivering new features while...

Senior District Project Managers at Takora

Applicants must have the following requirements: Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree or a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a Diploma in Civil Engineering.Must have 10-12 years post-graduate experience as a Project Manager.Must have knowledge of budgeting and...

IT Applications Analyst at Famous Brands

IntroductionResponsible for SAGE ERP and all Bespoke systems. Lead the support and maintenance of business information systems. Work with FB Application and Infrastructure team and appointed partners to maximize efficiency and minimize risk to the business. Contribute...

React Native Developer (Hybrid)

Our client, a leader in mining technology, delivering advanced analytics and solutions to improve operational efficiency and safety is seeking a highly skilled Intermediate React Native Developer to join their development team in Lonehill, Sandton. The ideal candidate...

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