In the rapid evolution of the digital enterprise, 2026 has become the year where the promise of AI met the reality of the cyber frontline. For many IT leaders, the initial excitement surrounding AI has been replaced by a sobering realisation that the technology is maturing faster than our ability to secure it.

A Security Operations Centre (SOC) is a dedicated team of cybersecurity specialists (in-house or outsourced) that continuously monitors an organisation’s IT environment to detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats in real time, 24/7. It combines threat intelligence, analysis, and security technology to reduce the time between when a threat is detected and responded to.

The rapid advancement of AI has major implications for the future of managed services. We spoke to Morne Laubscher, CTO of Logicalis South Africa, about where he sees major changes coming for managed services.

AI is rapidly transforming the energy sector, but while organisations are increasing investment to drive efficiency, sustainability, and growth, many face significant challenges in scaling AI securely, responsibly, and effectively across the business.

Manufacturers are rapidly accelerating AI adoption to improve efficiency, decision-making, and innovation, but achieving scalable, secure, and sustainable outcomes requires stronger governance, operational readiness, and risk management.

AI is rapidly reshaping financial services, creating significant opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and customer experience, but organisations must overcome challenges around scale, governance, security, and trust to realise its full value.

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