Author: TheSerpent

Ransomware Response for SMEs: The First 24 Hours That Decide the Outcome

A practical first-24-hours framework for SME leaders responding to ransomware incidents, covering containment, continuity, legal crossover, and recovery discipline.

By TheSerpent March 23, 2026 8 min read

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How Goldrush Scam Chaos into a Whack-a-Mole Masterclass

By TheSerpent June 6, 2025 5 min read

Hijacking brand terms is the digital version of a Jozi smash-and-grab. But instead of crying foul, Goldrush fought back,with humour, game design.

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Breaking Down the Barriers of Township Establishment In PTA

By TheSerpent January 15, 2025 6 min read

Township establishment. For the average South African, the term might sound bureaucratic, but its impact reaches deep into how land is developed and used

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Landgrab for New South African Domain Names | .WEB.ZA, .CAPE

By TheSerpent December 15, 2024 5 min read

South African domains like .WEB.ZA, .CAPETOWN, and .JOBURG. Explore why businesses are adopting these innovative extensions to boost their local online presence

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Online Piracy in South Africa

By TheSerpent December 13, 2024 6 min read

Research involving thousands of participants indicated that more than half of tech-savvy South Africans admitted to downloading pirated content.

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Maximize Your Online Slot Wins for South African Players

By TheSerpent December 7, 2024 11 min read

How to boost your online slot winnings with this comprehensive guide for South African players. Learn about pay lines, RTP, slot features, bonuses and more.