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Kaspersky shares tips for safer remote working
It is holiday season in many parts of the world. These days though, going on holiday does not always mean turning your back on office life – hybrid work cuts both ways. Today’s widespread connectivity—available at airports, train stations, restaurants, hotels,…
What Must Local Governments Prioritize Before the Next Cyberattack?
Disaster readiness often evokes images of physical emergencies, such as fires, storms, or floods. However, in the digital world, disasters are silent, invisible, and entirely online. Their effects are no less real, spiralling into public emergencies that directly impact citizens’…
Google Announces $37M in Cumulative Funding & New AI Supports Across Africa
Google has outlined a wave of AI support across Africa, representing $37 million in cumulative funding, including previously committed but unannounced funding for research, talent development, and infrastructure. The funding package includes funding and partnerships that aim to strengthen AI…
ThousandEyes as a Service: Sintrex offers a fully managed, scalable, and cost-effective monitoring solution
In today’s hyper-connected digital landscape, even brief moments of downtime can derail productivity, drain revenue, and damage reputations. Recognising this, leading IT infrastructure management company, Sintrex offers Cisco’s powerful ThousandEyes solution as a transformative, fully managed monitoring service to their…
Why is Cybersecurity Training the Smartest Investment for Businesses
In an age where data breaches, ransomware attacks, and phishing scams are daily threats, businesses can no longer afford to view cybersecurity training as a checkbox exercise. Instead, it should be regarded as a strategic investment with measurable returns. But…
Mimecast Appoints New Global Channel Chief
Mimecast, the UK-headquartered cybersecurity company, has appointed Michael McCollough as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Partners & Alliances. McCollough joins with a rich track record of building high-impact partner ecosystems, having held leadership roles at Anomali, Imperva, Akamai and Dell…
The Future of Infrastructure Monitoring: How Full Stack Observability is Changing the Game.
As digital transformation accelerates, traditional infrastructure monitoring is rapidly losing its effectiveness in the face of increasingly complex IT environments. With organisations expanding operations across hybrid and multi-cloud platforms, there is a growing demand for more mature, actionable insights that…
NETSCOUT Expands Automated Threat Detection & Response Capabilities
NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. has introduced Adaptive Threat Analytics, a new feature added to its Omnis Cyber Intelligence Network Detection and Response (NDR) solution. Designed to improve incident response and reduce risk. Adaptive Threat Analytics enables security teams to investigate, hunt,…
Phishing Scams Surge During Tax Season: 6 Tips to Stay Cyber-Safe
With South Africa’s tax season now open, auto-assessments have started rolling out, and cybercriminals are already exploiting this window to trick taxpayers into disclosing personal or financial information. According to a recent Kaspersky study, phishing accounted for 67% of cyber…
Sintrex Awarded Diamond Innovator Partner by Palo Alto Networks
A major milestone as Sintrex joins an elite group of cybersecurity partners in Africa Sintrex, a leading IT infrastructure management company in Africa, is proud to announce it has been recognised as a NextWave Diamond Innovator by Palo Alto Networks,…
Scan or Scam? 4 Hidden Risks Behind QR Codes
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 program points, make payments,…
NetScout Advances AI-Driven Network Operations for TM Forum’s NeuroNoc
NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC., a provider of observability, AIOps, cybersecurity, and DDoS attack protection solutions, has announced its recent participation in TM Forum’s NeuroNOC Catalyst, an innovation project at DTW Ignite 2025, which set records for having the most Communication Service…
Check Point Appoints New VP of Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA）
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. announced the appointment of Diego Arrabal as Vice President for Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA). Based in Dubai, Arrabal will oversee operations across this fast-growing and strategically vital region, driving Check Point’s…
Major Sporting Events Face Cybersecurity Storm, Says NETSCOUT
This time next year, the eyes of the world will be fixed on the Football World Championships; excitement is already building, with this event taking place across the US, Canada, and Mexico, promising an unrivaled experience over its 39 days.…
Mindware Expands Cybersecurity Reach with Everfox Distribution Agreement
Mindware has signed a distribution agreement with Everfox (formerly Forcepoint Federal), strengthening its cybersecurity offering with a portfolio of high-assurance solutions trusted by government and critical infrastructure sectors worldwide. Under this agreement, Mindware will distribute Everfox’s advanced cybersecurity technologies across…
“Cyber threats are evolving fast”—IPT’s Dillon Gray Warns Cape Town Businesses
Recent data from Interpol and Accenture confirms that South Africa is among the world’s most targeted countries for cyberattacks, with Cape Town ranking high among incident concentrations. In 2024 alone, reported cyberattacks against South African businesses surged by over 22%,…
