When I joined Capitec in April 2022 as CTO, the first thing I wanted to find out was whether there was a zero trust strategy in place. Capitec is the second largest bank in South Africa, and like financial institutions the world over, it’s a potential target for attackers. To compound our
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In response to the rising threat of cyberattacks, the European Union has implemented the Network and Information Security 2 (NIS2) Directive. This comprehensive legal framework aims to increase the resilience of cybersecurity across vital sectors such as energy, banking, healthcare, and digital
The IT job market is constantly evolving, with certain certifications rising to the top in terms of demand and compensation. Professionals skilled in cloud computing, security, and artificial intelligence (AI) are enjoying lucrative opportunities, as these areas are crucial in today’s rapidly
As technology advances at a rapid pace, the transition from 5G to 6G networks brings along a multitude of opportunities as well as challenges, particularly in terms of trustworthiness. The future 6G networks are poised to be more complex and potentially more vulnerable than their 5G counterparts,
In today's hyperconnected world, managing a modern home network has become increasingly complex, especially with the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The ability to monitor and manage your home network is essential for optimizing bandwidth, enhancing security, and troubleshooting
