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Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, digital devices and data from unauthorised access, theft, damage or disruption. It encompasses a range of technologies, processes and controls designed to safeguard information assets against cyber threats such as hacking, malware, ransomware, phishing and denial-of-service attacks. The field spans multiple domains including network security, application security, information security, operational security and disaster recovery planning. Cybersecurity has become critical across all sectors of the economy as organisations increasingly rely on digital infrastructure for operations, communications and data storage. In the financial services sector, cybersecurity is particularly vital given the sensitivity of customer data, the value of financial transactions and regulatory requirements for data protection. Key challenges include the evolving sophistication of cyber threats, the shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals and the need to balance security measures with user convenience and operational efficiency. Organisations typically employ layered defence strategies combining firewalls, encryption, access controls, monitoring systems and employee training. Regulatory frameworks in many jurisdictions now mandate minimum cybersecurity standards, incident reporting and consumer data protection. The cybersecurity industry has grown rapidly, encompassing specialised vendors, consultancies and managed security service providers. As digital transformation accelerates and threats multiply, cybersecurity investment has become a strategic priority for businesses, governments and institutions worldwide.

Cybersecurity News


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Miners face new cyber threats as operations become increasingly digital
31st July 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The mining industry’s increasing adoption of digital infrastructure and operational technology systems to support autonomous vehicles, drilling systems and remotely controlled equipment is giving... 


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Miners face new cyber threats as operations become increasingly digital
31st July 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The mining industry’s increasing adoption of digital infrastructure and operational technology systems to support autonomous vehicles, drilling systems and remotely controlled equipment is giving... 


Huawei sub-Saharan Africa VP of enterprise sales department Michael Zhuang
Huawei and partners chart a smarter, AI-native future for SA's public sector
30th July 2026

At the Digital AI+ Government Summit in Johannesburg, government, healthcare and industry leaders explored how trusted, locally anchored AI can power the next phase of South Africa's public service... 


Why digital resilience has become a business imperative for SMEs
29th July 2026

In June, Meta experienced a global outage that disrupted Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp services for users worldwide, leaving many businesses temporarily unable to connect with customers through... 


Closing South Africa's digital gender gap
28th July 2026

South Africa's digital transformation journey has accelerated rapidly in recent years. From cloud adoption and artificial intelligence (AI) experimentation to digital public services and hybrid... 


LanDynamix highlights the growing scourge of payment fraud in South Africa
LanDynamix highlights the growing scourge of payment fraud in South Africa
28th July 2026

Payment fraud is a critical and growing crisis in South Africa. It is costing billions of Rands annually and showing massive spikes in digital banking and mobile app fraud. Criminals are... 


Mtron CEO and Anglo Asian nonexecutive director Cameron Pforr
Anglo Asian appoints cybersecurity expert to board
23rd July 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Aim-listed Anglo Asian Mining has appointed Cameron Pforr nonexecutive director effective immediately. Pforr brings to the Azerbaijan-focused copper and gold producer considerable cybersecurity... 


Outcome partners – how certified industrial automation channels become co‑creators in the AI era
Outcome partners – how certified industrial automation channels become co‑creators in the AI era
20th July 2026

As industrial automation becomes increasingly software‑driven and AI‑enabled, the role of the channel partner is undergoing a profound shift. The next generation of partners will be measured not by... 


GROWING LOCAL VALUE 
Manufacturing Indaba 2026 is structured to help manufacturers capture more value locally, access new markets, and adopt the technologies that define global competitiveness.
Indaba 2026 targets access, value and innovation
10th July 2026 By: Keabetswe Shilakwe

For South African manufacturers, 2026 offers pressure and possibility, says specialists in technical, logistics and administrative solutions for events Siyenza MD Liz Hart. Energy insecurity and... 


Virtualising the control room – why cloud-ready BMS is reshaping building operations
Virtualising the control room – why cloud-ready BMS is reshaping building operations
25th June 2026

By: Charles Coetzee - Buildings & C&SP Lead for Sub-Saharan Africa at Schneider Electric Buildings may be getting smarter, but too many control rooms are still anchored to yesterday’s technology,... 


Decoupling software from hardware for future-proofed process automation
Decoupling software from hardware for future-proofed process automation
22nd June 2026

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric For decades, industrial automation was built around a simple principle: install robust control hardware, keep... 


SAHRC weighs human rights costs of South Africa’s data centre expansion
12th June 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is undertaking a high-level stakeholder engagement to determine the human rights implications of the rapid expansion of data centres and digital... 


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Cybersecurity integral to modern product development
12th June 2026

Given increased electrification and software content, as well as expanded system networking in hydraulic components and systems, cybersecurity has become an integral part of modern product... 


Centralised control rooms – where growth is elastic, not physical
Centralised control rooms – where growth is elastic, not physical
27th May 2026

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Today’s control rooms are evolving; slowly but surely, we’re seeing the dense landscape of humming... 


 Carey van Vlaanderen, Group CEO of 4D Innovations Group, t/a ESET Southern Africa
Carey van Vlaanderen
15th May 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This week we profile Carey van Vlaanderen, Group CEO of 4D Innovations Group, t/a ESET Southern Africa, an advanced cyber-solutions business 


Huawei unveils AI-ready data infrastructure to drive enterprise innovation in South Africa
8th May 2026 By: Natasha Odendaal

The need for intelligent storage and computing is growing as AI puts pressure on infrastructure, leaving organisation increasingly reconsidering how they store, manage, protect and use data, says... 


Green, smart cities must be secure by design
Green, smart cities must be secure by design
5th May 2026

By: Taru Madangombe - Vice President for Power and Grid Segment, MEA at Schneider Electric Around the world, countries are investing heavily in the development of smart, green cities. These... 


Your company is already breached, you just don’t know it yet
Your company is already breached, you just don’t know it yet
30th April 2026

Attackers are no longer relying on sophisticated exploits to break in. Instead, they are systematically targeting weak credentials, misconfigured systems, and exposed devices. In fact, multiple... 


Cisco report: Strategic Wireless investments are driving higher ROI for enterprises in the AI era
22nd April 2026

Cisco today released its inaugural State of Wireless Report, revealing that Wi-Fi has evolved into a strategic growth engine capable of delivering a multiplier effect—where a single network... 


Advanced DCS - preserving what must not change, while enabling what must
Advanced DCS - preserving what must not change, while enabling what must
31st March 2026

By: Kobus Vermeulen - Direct Sales Executive, Process Automation at Schneider Electric Process industries today are walking a tightrope of sorts, modernising ageing distributed control systems... 


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