Nice SA has announced the release of MyNice Smartgo, a compact access automation solution, designed specifically for the South African market, combining an easy-to-install device with a user-friendly smartphone application.friendly smartphone application.
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The South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) has announced the appointment of Andre Wentzel as interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
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SMARTpod recently spoke with Pieter Nel, Sales Director for SADC at Sophos, and Sarel Lamprecht, MD at Phishield, about ransomware and their new cyber insurance partnership.
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Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management solution in South Africa, has launched Webfleet Video 2.0, an AI-powered solution designed to enhance fleet safety, security, compliance with local regulations and operational efficiency through real-time video insights.
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Choicejacking is a new cyberthreat that bypasses smartphone charging security defences to confirm, without the victim’s input or consent, that the victim wishes to connect in data-transfer mode.
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Paxton has announced a significant reduction in its carbon footprint, cutting emissions by 961 tonnes of CO2e in its 2023 second reporting year.
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Sophos and Phishield Announce first-of-its-kind cybersecurity and insurance partnership for sub-Saharan Africa. The SMARTpod podcast, discussing the deal and the state of ransomware in South Africa and globally, is now also available.
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South African enterprises are rapidly integrating Generative AI (GenAI) into their operations, but most are doing so without formal strategies, dedicated leadership, or the infrastructure required to maximise value and minimise risk.
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Acronis has appointed Metrofile Cloud as its premier disaster recovery (DR) partner in southern Africa, combining Acronis' technologies with Metrofile Cloud's local expertise to deliver secure and adaptable disaster recovery solutions for businesses across the region.
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AI offers local manufacturers an answer to a growing list of operational challenges. The increasing sophistication of AI solutions could not come at a better time for South African manufacturers, who are grappling with declining sales and the uncertainty of global trade.
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Eagle Eye’s new Precision Person & Vehicle Detection feature detects people and vehicles at long distances with high accuracy and is especially designed for customers who actively monitor for intruders
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Kaspersky has announced the registration opening for its new Kaspersky{CTF} (Capture the Flag) competition, inviting academic and corporate teams from around the globe to compete in a battle of skill, strategy and innovation.
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A growing fraud strategy involves leveraging AI to produce highly convincing fake images, videos, and audio, commonly referred to as deepfakes, which are used to impersonate real individuals and spread misleading or false information.
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When businesses invest in managed detection and response (MDR), they’re buying more than a product, they’re securing access to an entire ecosystem of human expertise, global threat intelligence, and 24x7 incident response.
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Invixium has joined forces with SAP to deliver a touchless access control experience for the S.Mart Store, SAP’s first fully automated, 24/7 self-service retail outlet, located at its global headquarters in Walldorf, Germany.
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NEC XON recently showcased its advanced cyberthreat detection and response capabilities by successfully thwarting a human-operated ransomware attack targeting a major service provider.
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Rina Redelinghuys, customer services executive at Cquential, a member of the Argility Technology Group, examines stock management across various industries, including retail, fast-moving consumer goods, food and dairy, automotive, apparel, industrial, accessories, paint and chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
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South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has proposed a significant increase in its online ID-verification fee, which could have severe unintended consequences, potentially undermining the progress made in anti-money laundering initiatives and exposing individuals to greater risk of identity fraud.
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“Medium-sized businesses are often the easiest target for cyber criminals, because they are just digital enough to be vulnerable, but not mature enough to be fully protected," says Warren Bonheim, MD of Zinia.
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Voice assistants, kitchen robots, smart lights and many other intelligent devices have become part of our everyday life. However, with the rise of smart technology comes the need for robust protection against potential vulnerabilities.
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Kaspersky Global Research & Analysis researchers have discovered a new malicious campaign which is distributing a Trojan through a fake DeepSeek-R1 Large Language Model (LLM) app for PCs.
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New FIDO-compliant USB, Bluetooth, and NFC BioKeys with biometric login and centralised management for phishing-resistant, passwordless multifactor authentication (MFA) for enterprise users.
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This year’s Sophos State of Ransomware 2025 report found that nearly 50% of companies paid the ransom to get their data back, the second-highest rate of ransom payment for ransom demands in six years.
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IQ Panels, now supported by PowerManage, simplify installation and data management. The PowerManage interactive platform allows for localised data storage, so customer information is not stored in the cloud or exposed to a third party.
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The winners of the 2025 Southern Africa Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) were revealed on Wednesday, 4^th June, at Securex South Africa. Winners from all categories (except the Lifetime Achievement) will be featured in the second Global OSPAs set to take place in 2026.
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Secutel Technologies recently launched SecuVisit, a cloud-based visitor access control system. SMART Security Solutions asked Secutel’s Norman Pretorius for more information on the product and its capabilities.
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24/7 Drone Force is showcasing the Docked Drone Solution, which utilises unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)/drones designed to conduct remote docking station operations.
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EZVIZ has launched its AOV software alongside the X5S large-capacity storage solution, providing a 360-degree security solution with real-time footage of incidents and recorded evidence when needed.
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E-commerce and other high-volume logistics operations need open and collaborative technology ecosystems that drive efficiencies, throughput and digital transformation. Hikvision discusses the benefits of harnessing open and collaborative systems in the logistics market.
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Looking for new and exciting advancements in electric fence management? Look no further than Nemtek at stand LN6 this year at Securex 2025.
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SMART Security Solutions asked three platform vendors in South Africa, one that is developed and maintained in the country with an international market, for their views on the state of the VMS market and where it is headed.
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Ajax Systems has introduced the IndoorCam, designed for private households, small offices, and small to medium businesses, equipped with a 4 MP camera, HDR, and IR illumination of up to 8 m.
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Dahua Technology South Africa held its annual summit in Johannesburg in early April. The summit focused on highlighting the company’s range of new products and solutions and recognising its regional partners.
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The global market for connected commercial drones is forecast to grow from US$18.6 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% to reach US$37.3 billion in 2029
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Nick Collins discusses standards for commissioning and handing over a fire project once the installation is complete.
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