Case Studies
2024 Arctic Wolf Security Report: Key insights and trends
Businesses are facing increasingly sophisticated threats from ransomware groups, hacktivists, and individual attackers. The 2024 Arctic Wolf Security Operations Report sheds light on the key trends shaping the modern threat environment and provides actionable insights...
Challenge Accepted: Next-Gen Mitsubishi Triton raises the bakkie bar
The Next-Gen Mitsubishi Triton is ready for SA’s toughest challenges. The Next-Gen Triton will be offered with the most extensive model range ever along with a variety of approved accessories.
Budget-Friendly Cars Drive October Sales Surge In New And Used Vehicle Markets
Following a dip in performance in September, the South African automotive sector experienced a strong rebound in October 2024, with notable sales growth in both the new and used car markets. Based on the latest sales data from AutoTrader, the used car market is on the...
Kaspersky and AFRIPOL strengthen partnership in combating cybercrime by signing new cooperation agreement
To further enhance global efforts to combat cyber offenses, Kaspersky and AFRIPOL have signed a cooperation agreement in preventing and fighting cybercrime. Covering a period of five years, the document formalises and facilitates cooperation between the company and...
Insights into how the retail sector can deploy cyber defenses and technology that prioritises security and protects customers information
Black Friday and the festive season are the biggest shopping events of the year, but busy retailers should take caution not to fall prey to cyber-crime. Between social-engineering, employee manipulation and cybersecurity neglect, businesses run the risk of devastating...
Rise in Telco Fraud Threatens Digital Trust in South Africa
By Amritha Reddy, senior director for solutions at TransUnion Africa Telecommunications fraud is on the rise in South Africa, with the sector seeing one of the highest suspected digital fraud attempt rates globally. In 2023 alone, 15.5% of all suspected digital fraud...
Kaspersky predicts quantum-proof ransomware and advancements in mobile financial cyberthreats in 2025
In the Kaspersky Security Bulletin: Crimeware and financial cyberthreats in 2025 report, the company’s experts shared their vision for the financial cybersecurity landscape evolution in 2025. One of the trends indicated in the report is that as the number of attacks...
Desco shines at Dell Tech Forum
Desco Electronic Recyclers, a leader in sustainable e-waste management, is pleased to announce the overwhelming success of its participation at the prestigious Dell Tech Forum held recently at the Kyalami International Convention Centre. In partnership with the...
Fearless. Exuberant. Compelling. This is Jaguar, Reimagined
A new era for Jaguar begins, with the reveal of a completely reimagined brand. Transformation of Jaguar recaptures ethos of founder Sir William Lyons to Copy Nothing, by being unique and original.
Fintech develops WhatsApp-powered bank card for those who can’t access conventional banking – available at Pick n Pay
Mama Money Financial Services, a fintech specialising in cost-effective money transfers, has launched a new bank card that enables cardholders to manage their account and money through a WhatsApp solution. In collaboration with Access Bank and Pick n Pay, the Mama...
Three technological advancements SMEs need to leverage
South African businesses are increasingly utilising technology to drive growth and stay competitive. This is according to the latest SA SME Tech Index by World Wide Worx, which found that nearly two thirds (63%) of local small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are using...
Pack smart with Thule this holiday season
The December holidays are a great time to unwind, relax and enjoy your favourite leisure activities and for many South Africans that means hitting the open road to their favourite holiday destination. However, these leisure activities often require specific gear and...
Announcement Regarding NDI License in Remote Camera Systems
Providing NDI as a Standard Feature Free of Charge
Property market optimism following interest rate cut could spark increase in cybercrime
The recent 0.25% interest rate cut has seen a sense of cautious optimism in the local market. And with consumer inflation falling to 4.4% in August 2024, its lowest since April 2021, this could spark interest from first-time buyers to enter the property market. While...
The call is coming from inside the house – dealing with insider threats
By Javvad Malik, Lead Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4 A startling 76% of organisations have detected increased insider threat activity over the past five years, yet less than 30% believe they are equipped with the right tools to handle them. These findings from...
Old beliefs tumble across Africa as Standard Bank rolls out continent-wide digital insurance solutions
For many years, Africa has been considered a difficult market for insurers. Low awareness of the insurance value, perceptions of insurance as an unaffordable luxury item and the inadequate distribution channels available on a facilities-challenged continent have often...
Volkswagen Group Africa commissions additional solar panels at Kariega plant
Additional 3 MW solar energy added to the grid. Total number of solar panels installed stands at 12 097. Plant Kariega’s renewable energy share increases from 1.5% in 2018 to 17.1%.
Emerging Technologies Transforming Finance: Unlocking Value Beyond Transactions
By Veronica Lukwago, Associate Director of Finance Transformation, BDO South Africa The role of traditional finance departments are moving beyond their historical role of record-keeping and transactional processing. Instead, today these departments are now expected to...
Financial sector faces pressure to meet FSCA Cyber Resilience Standards
The FSCA's Joint Standard on Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience is set to commence in June 2025, putting pressure on South African financial institutions to align with the stringent requirements established by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in...
AutoTrader data points to used car sales growth in October, with affordable hatchbacks leading the field
Sales numbers are up, but there is a clear shift towards budget-friendly vehicles.