cybersecurity

Beyond ransomware: Navigating the perils of cyber extortion

As cybercriminals evolve their tactics, businesses must strengthen their defenses to protect against the growing threat of cyber extortion. Cyber extortion has become one…

Cisco’s DNS analysis reveals shifting patterns in cyber threats

Cisco’s latest cyber threat report has shed light on the evolving landscape of digital threats, with researchers analysing DNS data to uncover trends in…

Data breach costs soar as AI adoption offers hope for SA

Data breaches are becoming increasingly costly and disruptive for South African businesses, with the average incident now carrying a price tag of R53.10 million,…

Mimecast launches innovative human risk management platform

Human error remains the Achilles’ heel of cybersecurity, prompting email security provider Mimecast to unveil a groundbreaking solution aimed at mitigating employee-driven risks. The…

McLaren F1 Expands Cisco Partnership, Bolstering Cybersecurity

The high-octane world of Formula 1 is about to get a significant boost in digital defences. McLaren’s Formula 1 team has expanded its partnership…

Cybersecurity Threats Persisted Through South Africa’s Elections

South Africa’s recent elections unfolded against a backdrop of heightened cybersecurity concerns, with the nation facing a surge in digital attacks that targeted critical…

Securing the Cloud

Cloud computing has reshaped the digital landscape, but with innovation comes new security challenges. At Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world’s leading cloud provider,…

Balancing data security with innovation

In today’s digital age, the ascent of cloud computing and artificial intelligence has ushered in an era of unprecedented innovation. Yet, this technological revolution…

Fostering a Culture of Security in Higher Education

Creating a security-conscious culture is no easy feat for any organisation, but universities face unique hurdles. Adam Mikeal, the Chief Information Security Officer at…

AWS Fortifies Cloud Security with Overhauled Partner Competency Program

AWS is fortifying its defences through an overhauled security competency program. Ryan Orsi, a leader in AWS’s Cloud Foundational Services Partners team, shed light…

AWS VP talks up sci-fi maths tooling to rid world of software bugs

In a refreshingly frank conversation with media from around the world, a vice president at Amazon’s cloud arm poured ale-scented realism over the AI…

Building an Unshakeable Security Culture at AWS

At the heart of Amazon Web Services‘ industry-leading cloud offerings lies an unwavering commitment to security excellence. This imperative permeates every facet of the…

Bolstering Cloud Fortifications: AWS Doubles Down on Security at re:Inforce

Affirming their commitment to safeguarding the digital realm, Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled a formidable arsenal of security enhancements at their annual re:Inforce conference….

Ticketmaster suffers massive data breach

Ticketmaster, the world’s leading online ticketing platform owned by Live Nation, has been dealt a severe blow as a group of hackers called ShinyHunters…

Bridging the Cybersecurity Disconnect Between Boards and CISOs

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity is no longer an afterthought – it’s a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. However, a concerning disconnect…

World Password Day: It’s Time to Kill the Password Once and for All

Today marks World Password Day, an annual event that was originally designed to remind people to update their passwords regularly. However, in 2024, security…

MFA Fatigue Attacks: The New Social Engineering Threat Plaguing Enterprises

While multifactor authentication (MFA) has long been heralded as an essential security measure for keeping corporate networks safe from cybercriminals, a new type of…

Google Cloud Taps Telecom Veteran to Lead Security Push in Middle East, Turkey and Africa

Google Cloud has appointed Noor Al-Sulaiti as head of security business development and government relations for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, tapping a…

Cybercriminals exploit human error as biggest security flaw

As the digital world expands and more countries prepare for elections this year, cybercriminals are escalating their attacks on businesses, capitalising on employees’ mistakes…

Cisco Buys Splunk for $28 Billion, Betting Big on Data and Security

Cisco completed its $28 billion acquisition of the data analytics company Splunk on Monday, making a major push into the rapidly growing markets for…

Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap to Boost Prospects for Underprivileged Youth

On Saturday, 3 February, the inaugural cohort of the 2023 Mido Cyber Academy celebrated their graduation alongside parents, sponsors and supporters. Launched in 2023…

New KnowBe4 report reveals spike in public sector cyber attacks

A recent report by KnowBe4, a leading provider of security awareness training, has revealed a major increase in cyber attacks targeted at the public…

5 things technology leaders wish their boards knew about cybersecurity response

South Africa loses R2.2 billion per year to cybercrime, according to a 2020 Accenture report. Kaspersky research shows that 32.5% of local users were…

Everlytic Launches Cutting-Edge AI Studio with WhatsApp Chatbots for Smarter Communication

Everlytic’s new API Communicator feature enhances customer engagement across multiple channels

Huawei’s All-Optical smart-home showcase unleashes a new era of home connectivity in Africa

Savant Launches Savant Build Cohort 3 to Accelerate Deep-Tech Innovation in the Green Economy

Simplicity at scale: The role of leadership in agile transformation

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

Honor Magic V3 launches, four things to know

Honor Magic V3, a Guinness world record attempt

GM switches-off Cruise control on $10bn robotaxi project

CHARGE taking EVs off-grid in the North West

eActros 300 and Zimi Charge creates EV win for Bakers