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Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting
28Jul

n8n VPS Hosting: Run Unlimited Automations On Your Private Server

Domains.co.za, a leading local domain name and hosting provider, has launched its latest innovative solution: Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting. This high-performance, locally hosted VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting solution enables developers, digital agencies, and growing businesses to automate repetitive tasks, connect apps and systems, and build AI-powered workflows. With pre-installed n8n, a popular open-source automation platform, businesses can start automating in minutes without the limitations of third-party platforms. TABLE OF CONTENTSAutomation & AI in 2026Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting: Key Benefits to CustomersSelf-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting: Built for Performance, Reliability, and ScaleAbout Domains.co.zaOther Blogs of […]

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Header Banner: AI Agents Go Rogue and Hack into Hugging Face Database
27Jul

OpenAI Autonomous AI Agents Escape And Hack Hugging Face: What Happened?

In what feels like a bad sci-fi movie, ‘some’ autonomous AI agents broke out of an isolated test environment, accessed the internet, and hacked into a private database. All by themselves! According to OpenAI, the incident happened during an internal test designed to test how far advanced AI models could go when solving complex cyberattack scenarios. The models subsequently “escaped” containment and hacked Hugging Face. It wasn’t malicious, but they did act on their own, and that is the part we should take seriously. Generative AI risks are becoming harder to prevent, and attacks are happening faster. If your Web Hosting or site security is outdated; or something you keep saying “I’ll get to”, it makes it even […]

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Header Text: OpenAI Has Been Accused of Trade Secret Theft By Apple
17Jul

The New OpenAI Class Action Lawsuit: This Time It’s Not About Data

For the last few years, most of the major AI legal battles have focused on data: what was collected, whether it was copyrighted, and whether AI companies had permission to use it. OpenAI is involved in a lawsuit with The New York Times over copyrighted content used in training data for its AI models. However, OpenAI’s latest legal woes aren’t about generative AI tools and scraped websites. Now it is being accused of something more tangible: stealing. Apple filed a lawsuit against the AI giant, alleging trade secret theft and claiming that it used former employees and underhanded recruitment tactics to do so. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Apple lawsuit alleges that OpenAI stole trade secrets and other protected company information. A […]

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Could You Spot AI Data Poisoning Before It's Too Late?
30Jun

Data Poisoning In AI Models: What It Is And Why You Should Care

AI models are only as reliable as the data behind them. That sounds simple enough, but if that data is corrupted, it creates a serious problem. Data poisoning is a cyberattack that manipulates the information used to train AI models, changing their behaviour and answers for the worse. This blog explains what data poisoning is, how it works, the different methods attackers use, and why it’s becoming a bigger risk than ever. It also looks at ways to prevent your data from being compromised and why protecting your website and domain, and having secure Web Hosting, matter even more when using AI tools for your business. KEY TAKEAWAYS Data poisoning happens when attackers corrupt the data an AI model learns from, causing it to pr […]

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Header Text - DDoS Attacks Explained and How to Stop Them
18Jun

What Is A DDoS Attack And How Can It Be Prevented?

A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack can make your website slow at best ,or completely unreachable at worst. That means poor user experiences, lost traffic, and missed sales. The good news is that you can prevent falling victim to them with the right Domain Protection and web hosting security in place. The right setup helps reduce the chances of downtime and slowdowns and keeps your site available to real visitors. This article explains what DDoS attacks are and how they work. We’ll also show you why they can be such a threat to both your business and data, and what you can do to help keep your domain and website up and responsive. KEY TAKEAWAYS DDoS attacks flood websites, servers, or networks with harmful traffi […]

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Header Text: PHP Extended Support: Keeping Your Site Fast and Secure
29May

PHP Explained And Why PHP Extended Support Is Important

When running a website, you may not think about PHP very often. In fact, most people only notice it when something changes or stops working. PHP is a general-purpose scripting language that helps power the dynamic parts of your site and plays a direct role in how pages load, how forms work, and how your content is managed. For some, moving to the latest version is simple; for others, it is not that straightforward. Older plugins, applications, and custom code can make updating immediately risky. That is where Domains.co.za’s PHP Extended Support Add-On comes in, helping keep your site running safely and smoothly on older, unsupported versions. KEY TAKEAWAYS PHP is a server-side scripting language that helps power websites, […]

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Header Text: GPT-5.5-Cyber: What Can It Do and Why Is Access Restricted?
19May

OpenAI’s GPT-5.5-Cyber: Revolutionary Cybersecurity Or Potential New Threat?

OpenAI’s GPT-5.5-Cyber is not being rolled out like a normal AI model update. You are not being told to go try it. There is no major launch, no “have fun and see what it can do,” and no pretending this is just another fancy new model. Instead, OpenAI is making it available only through a tiered program for specific companies. If you’ve been keeping up with AI news, that should sound familiar. OpenAI says GPT-5.5-Cyber is for defence, but is that all it can be used for? This article looks at what it can do and the implications for the future of cybersecurity, Web Hosting, and AI usage. KEY TAKEAWAYS GPT 5.5 Cyber is OpenAI’s fine-tuned version of GPT-5.5 for defensive cybersecurity work. OpenAI says the model suppor […]

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Header Banner: Claude Mythos: What Can It Do and Should We Be Worried?
06May

Anthropic’s Claude Mythos AI: A Product Launch Or A Warning?

Anthropic’s Claude Mythos AI was not announced the way tech companies usually introduce a new flagship model. There was no public rollout and no open invitation to try it out. Instead, it was a gated research release with access given to only ‘selected’ partners because of Anthropic’s own risk report. That makes it feel less like a product launch and more like a disclosure if something goes catastrophically ‘wrong’. Whether you see that as a warning, clever marketing, or a little of both, the implication is crystal clear: AI is moving even further past chatbots and agents, into the actual software that websites and Web Hosting depend upon. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mythos is Anthropic’s most advanced AI model so far, but i […]

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Header Text - WordPress Version 7.0: New Features, AI Infrastructure, and More
30Mar

WordPress Updates: The First Major Version Release For 2026

WordPress version 7.0 was set to be released on April 9, 2026, as the first major update of the year but has been delayed. It focuses on structural improvements and provides the infrastructure that lets plugins connect to AI tools in a more consistent, manageable way. It also increases the minimum system requirements for WordPress Hosting, gives the Admin Dashboard a fresh look, enhances the editor, and introduces real-time collaboration. This article looks at what the latest WordPress updates are and how to get ready for launch day. KEY TAKEAWAYS WordPress 7.0 is not a feature-packed update but a reset for the platform’s infrastructure. The update doesn’t include built-in AI tools, but WordPress 7.0 makes it much easier […]

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Header Text - Getting Online Costs Less Than You Think
04Feb

Getting Your Small SA Business Online Costs Less Than You Think

If you are considering taking your small South African business online – there’s no better time than now. As we move deeper into 2026 and beyond, the connection between your business’ online visibility and its long-term success will become undeniable. But for many small businesses this seemingly obvious step may seem a little too daunting. What if it costs too much, or is too difficult to manage? Here’s the good news: getting your small business online costs less than you think, plus it can be easy and quick too. From the Domain Name you register to the Web Hosting plan you sign up for, at Domains.co.za we make getting online affordable and effortless. In this article, we look at why it is vital for your small business to be […]

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