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Digital forensics goes mainstream

Jul 26, 2019

Digital forensics has become an increasingly popular topic in the world of cyber security. We are seeing a slew of TV shows, with clever hackers working for the good guys to retrieve sensitive information, or to stop wily cyber attackers in their tracks. By Simon...

Digital fatigue and the print opportunity

Jul 26, 2019

Many of today’s consumers are falling out of love with digital, their trust eroded by data mishandling and their patience tested by straightforward digital overload. By James de Waal, head of marketing, business imaging group, Canon SA In 2017, the Advertising...

City Power ransomware attack ‘no surprise’

Jul 26, 2019

The ransomware attack that shut down Johannesburg City Power’s systems for several hours yesterday is not surprising, given the high level of vulnerabilities at utilities and crucial infrastructure, says GECI Mike Bergen of GECI, an international tactical...

Success factors of digital transformation

Jul 22, 2019

Digital transformation is more than a trend. According to Forrester, executives predict 47% of their revenue will be influenced by digital by 2020. By Chris Volschenk, CEO of Nexio “Digital is approaching a tipping point. Over the next five years, companies will begin...

PARC defines the era of artificial intelligence

Jul 22, 2019

I’ve learned one thing about artificial intelligence (AI), it’s that we’re a long, long way from seeing something like Data, the sentient android from the Star Trek franchise, writes Xerox’s Gregory Pings. Let’s be clear, however: AI has arrived, rolled up its...

Culture shock: F1 turns its back on tradition

Jul 22, 2019

At last year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Sebastian Vettel lost his temper and dangerously banged wheels with Lewis Hamilton. The incident came after Vettel believed Hamilton had “brake-tested” him while running behind the safety car. Vettel was handed a stop-and-go...

Tips to jumpstart AI transformation

Jun 18, 2019

As AI takes hold in the workplace, both employers and employees believe it will benefit the enterprise and help workers to be more productive. Organisations are increasingly turning to AI-infused applications as a starting point to drive their digital transformation...

How SMEs can flourish in a downward economy

Jun 18, 2019

During an economic recession or downturn, small businesses are often hit the hardest. Budget constraints, reduced spending power and inadequate preparedness for a recession can make it impossible for a small business to survive. Some industries are affected more than...

What’s left after the machines take over?

Jun 18, 2019

One of the questions that we are often asked is what impact technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) will have on jobs. Where are there likely to be job opportunities in the future? Which jobs (or job functions) are most ripe for automation? What sectors are...

Five cyber security trends to look out for

Jun 18, 2019

The cyber security landscape is rapidly evolving, and businesses across the board need to take new measures to secure their most valuable assets. By Simon Campbell-Young, MD of Credence Security Information security is a growing concern for all South African...

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