Global IT spend to exceed $6trn for the first time
Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $6,08-trillion in 2026, an increase of 9,8% from 2025, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “The uncertainty pause that began in the second quarter of 2025 started to alleviate in the third quarter and a significant...
Windows 10 sunset, tariff dynamics spur PC market recovery
Global PC shipments grew 8,1% YoY in Q3 2025, according to Counterpoint Research, primarily driven by the approaching end-of-support for Microsoft Windows 10 and strategic inventory adjustments linked to evolving US import tariff policies. The Windows 10 sunset has...
SA’s greylist delisting a milestone for lasting reform
After much concerted effort and collaboration, South Africa’s exit from the FATF greylist is a milestone worth celebrating. It represents the tangible results of systemic reform across the financial sector, including regulation and prosecution, demonstrating that...
Consumers becoming comfortable faking data on credit applications
There is a rising trend in financial dishonesty among consumers under pressure – and 26% of South Africans say it’s acceptable in some circumstances to exaggerate income on a loan application, while 22% say inflating income for a mobile phone is considered normal....
New Demon Slayer movie ignites global scam campaigns
The new Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle movie recently premiered in several countries, but its debut has also led to a surge in scam activity, according to Kaspersky. Cybercriminals are exploiting users’ interest in the new film, luring them with the...
What Google search data reveals about SA’s fitness trends
Whether you consider yourself to be a gym bunny, a wellness seeker, a functional fitness fanatic or a cardio addict, you’re part of a growing movement of South Africans paying closer attention to their health. And it’s showing up in Search: over the past year,...
Geneva Consensus sets out trade roadmap
The 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16), held from 20 to 23 October in Geneva, Switzerland, concluded with the adoption of the Geneva Consensus and a political declaration. The conference took place against a complex global backdrop, as...
rAge hosts six cosplay competitions
Cosplay is taking centre stage at this year's rAge (really Awesome gaming expo), with six competitions hosted by GES. “At GES we stand by the moto Cosplay is for Everyone, and we want to reflect this in the diverse number of competitions this year allowing everyone to...
Kyocera strengthens ECM offering with Square 9 launch
Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa (KDZA) has announced the addition of Square 9 to its solutions portfolio, expanding its enterprise content management (ECM) capabilities to help businesses digitise, automate, and secure their content more efficiently. Square 9...
Smart ways to cut mobile data usage and stretch your budget
Mobile data prices have fallen in South Africa over the past few years, but many users still have a limited budget. At the same time, we’re using more data than ever before for work and personal apps. But the good news is that you can cut back on mobile data without...
How SA businesses can safeguard themselves from cybersecurity breaches
Cybercriminal activity in South Africa surged by 14% between July 2024 and July 2025, according to Check Point Research’s Global Threat Intelligence Report. This rising threat affects businesses of all sizes, with recent cyberattacks on state-owned airline South...
Paratus opens in Rwanda
Paratus Group has opened an office in Rwanda to provide and install Starlink services. Paratus was awarded the African distributorship of Starlink global LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellite services in 2023, enabling the Group to offer cutting-edge satellite connectivity...