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New traces of Hacking Team in the wild
Previously unreported samples of Hacking Team’s infamous surveillance tool – the Remote Control System (RCS) – are in the wild, and have been detected by ESET systems in fourteen countries. Since being founded in 2003, the Italian spyware vendor Hacking…
How small businesses can use emerging technologies to cut down admin
In addition to giving businesses time and money back, think about what an injection of productivity could do for the African economy; better pay packets for everyone, more tax revenues for social spending, and perhaps most importantly, an improved work/life…
Benefiting from an Information Landscape Audit
The explosive growth of big data means companies can gain greater insights across the entire organisation. Thanks to the real-time nature of the digital world, decision-makers can more dynamically react to market conditions than in the past. A vital tool,…
The dangers of introducing tech in the classroom
Technology has taken the world by storm and its use now pervades arguably all fields. The education sector is also embracing the potential that technology offers, with good schools and universities incorporating tech to strengthen educational outcomes. But with devices…
The future of coaching in a world of Artificial Intelligence
Every year, the breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence (AI), the intelligence displayed by machines, become more and more astounding. The list of what intelligent machines can now do better than humans grows. From driving cars more safely to making more accurate…
Kaspersky Lab researchers uncover Slingshot Malware
Kaspersky Lab researchers have uncovered a sophisticated threat used for cyber-espionage in the Middle East and Africa from at least 2012 until February 2018. The malware, which researchers have called ‘Slingshot’, attacks and infects victims through compromised routers and can…
Uganda to implement online mining licensing system
The Directorate of Geological Surveys and Mines (DGSM) in Uganda has recently contracted Spatial Dimension, a Trimble Company, to upgrade its mining cadastre to an e-government based mineral licensing system. “Most of our internal processes are still paper-based and can…
Women urged to seize the opportunities of STEM careers
Sasol is urging female learners in Grade 12 to seize the opportunity to be at the forefront of economic growth and innovation by studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) courses at tertiary institutions. The company has provided all-inclusive bursaries…
Cathy Smith appointed as Managing Director of SAP Africa
SAP Africa announced on Monday, 12 March 2018, the appointment of Cathy Smith as Managing Director. Cathy brings more than 25 years of leadership and technology experience to the role and is the first female leader of SAP Africa. Steve…
Technology will continue to drive ways we make payments in 2018
Technology developments will continue to revolutionise payment in both the real and virtual worlds across the globe. As always, though, local conditions will dictate exactly how (and if) global trends affect local markets. African economies, with their quite distinct characteristics,…
Artificial Intelligence drives disruption in the analytics space
Advancements in analytics technologies and convergence of technologies have led to transformational breakthroughs in the business landscape, enabling companies to gain a competitive advantage and create new ways of generating revenues. The availability of ever-increasing amounts of structured and unstructured…
Vaal University of Technology students receive IT bursaries
The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Liquid Telecom South Africa and the Vaal University of Technology will see more students accessing bursaries in the field of Information Technology. Ten students received bursaries in 2017 to the value of…
Making Blockchain the foundation of your digital transformation
Blockchain is best known as the enabling technology behind the digital asset and payment network Bitcoin. This technology is enabling businesses, industries, and public organisations to almost instantaneously make and verify transactions, streamline business processes, save money, and reduce…
The rise of Fintech in South Africa
Only the hunger to innovate will truly disrupt. In 2018, it’s an absolute necessity. It prevents industries from settling into a complacent status quo and keeps businesses alert and competitive. One sector that is currently undergoing transformative change in South…
Digital transformation driving new business models
From the time the first state-run courier was established by Roman Emperor Augustus in the first century AD, global postal services have slowly evolved: the first postage stamps, for example, were only issued in 1840. For nearly 2000 years, the…
Cloud computing evolves, becomes enterprise cloud-as-a-service
Over the past two decades or so, the concept of cloud computing has evolved dramatically, as new data centre and networking technologies came to the fore, and new types of ‘cloud’ emerged. While the cloud’s roots may be traced back…
