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Malick Talks About Autonomous Data Recovery as Cyber Threats Rise
Escalating cyber threats and attacks constantly put businesses under pressure, increasingly prompting organisations to shift their mindsets towards ensuring continuous operations and thus avoiding downtime and revenue loss. When the inevitable cyberattack happens, organisations must be able to rapidly rebuild,…
Exploring the Future of IoT: Edge Computing, AI, 5G, & Security in 2025
The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing sectors across Africa and in 2025 IoT is expected to continue driving digital innovation, enhancing operational efficiencies, and enabling the creation of smarter, more sustainable ecosystems. Key technologies like edge computing, artificial intelligence…
How Can AI Agents Transform Technical Support Services?
Very few businesses operating today don’t have a customer-facing piece of technology. Whether that’s an actual product, an app, or even just e-commerce and customer service functionality on their website, all have become crucial to surviving and thriving in today’s…
Are We Surrendering Too Much Personal Power to Smartphones and AI?
Smartphones and tablets have revolutionized the way we work, communicate, and entertain ourselves. Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI), these devices empower us with instant access to information and tools that make life smarter and more efficient. From enabling remote work…
Werner Joubert Explains How AI Can Reshape South African Enterprises
AI has brought about a seismic change for enterprises around the world. The technology’s adoption has increased dramatically in the past year, with organisations using it in more business functions now than previously—everything from sales and marketing to product and…
Vikash Tulsi on the Role of Data Management in the 5G Era
The future of 5G technology has great potential to transform industries by improving connectivity, speed, and capacity, especially as this standard for cellular networks is seeing such rapid adoption that it is set to outpace previous mobile generations due to…
Should you Invest in Trump’s new Crypto Coin?
Following the launch of Donald Trump’s meme coin, $TRUMP, the cryptocurrency market has been abuzz with excitement and skepticism. Announced on January 17 via a post on X, the coin saw an explosive debut, quickly reaching a market cap of…
Emerging Cybersecurity Trends to Keep an Eye On in 2025
As digital transformation accelerates across Africa and South Africa, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for governments, businesses, and individuals. The growing adoption of new technologies and the evolving sophistication of cyber threats necessitate proactive and future-proof security measures. Let’s…
3 Key Trends Transforming South Africa’s IT Sector
Partnerships have the power to not only unlock a new pool of tailored talent for South African businesses but also address the country’s unemployment crisis by bringing more people—particularly women and youth—into the IT sector. South Africa’s business landscape has…
How Can You Safeguard Your Data from Social Engineering Threats?
Social engineering remains the most pervasive form of cyberattack for one reason: humans are easier to hack into than most machines. Exploiting our psychological, personality, or behavioural weaknesses, cybercriminals can dupe us to get unauthorised access to systems or gain…
How Can South African Banks Leverage Generative AI for Growth?
The global banking landscape is experiencing seismic shifts, driven by the rapid advancement of technology and evolving consumer expectations. South Africa, with its robust financial sector and growing technological infrastructure, is positioned to spearhead a transformative revolution in the banking…
Quantum Leap/ Quantum Risk: How to Balance Innovation & Security in SA?
The emergence of quantum computing represents a transformative shift in technology, promising unparalleled computational power while posing significant risks, particularly cybersecurity. For South African businesses, navigating this duality—where quantum computing can be both a friend and a foe—requires a strategic…
How Fintech is Changing: Insights from Clinton Leask of Pay@
With today’s modern consumer demands, brands know that every touchpoint in the consumer journey is critically important. This is even more evident for the payment lifecycle and journey for consumers. To say we are spoilt for choice as 21st-century shoppers…
Four Technologies Driving the Future of Digital Identity Management
For years, proof of identity relied solely on physical documents like passports or driver’s licenses. However, the rise of new technologies has ushered in a wave of digital alternatives that offer greater convenience and security. Veridos, a leading provider of…
Can We Effectively Combat AI Threats with More AI?
”In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being weaponised by cybercriminals, the question of whether we can effectively combat AI threats with more AI is not just a technical inquiry but a pressing global concern.” The rise of…
How to Build Data Strategies with Cybersecurity & Resilience?
The terms “cybersecurity” and “cyberresilience” are often used interchangeably, which can be misleading. While they are related, these two concepts serve distinct yet complementary purposes, particularly when viewed from a data management perspective. Both are critical to safeguarding data and…
