ChatGPT boss ridiculed for online ‘tantrum’ over rival’s Super Bowl ad
Commenters said Altman’s lengthy post shows “a nerve was well and truly hit” by Anthropic’s advert.
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Kalshi Claims ‘Extortion,’ Then Recants in Feud Over User Losses
Kalshi, the largest U.S. prediction market, accused a small data startup called Juice Reel of “extortion” after a stock analyst used the company’s transaction-level data to argue that prediction market users lose money faster than gamblers on traditional betting apps — then walked the allegation back hours later. The equity research analyst Jordan Bender at Citizens found that the bottom...
Government department says it can save South Africa R2 trillion
South Africa has ambitions to develop and launch its own communications satellite system, which the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation says will save taxpayers billions every year.
UK’s £8bn research fund faces ‘hard decisions’ as it pauses new grants
UKRI boss Ian Chapman said it had been told by the government to “focus and do fewer things better”.
What Is Thread? Matter’s Smart Home Network Protocol, Explained
Thread is a mesh networking protocol that connects low-power smart home gadgets, and it’s one of Matter’s underlying technologies.
The Best Flower Delivery Services of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Skip the sad grocery store bouquet this Valentine’s Day. These online flower delivery services do the heavy lifting for you—just don’t forget the card.
Starlink considers building its own phone
SpaceX has big plans for its Starlink business that could expand its reach into new markets, including handsets.
Brenna Huckaby Starter Pack: Paralympic Winter Games 2026
How this four-time Paralympic medalist controls her controllables under the spotlight.
How the Olympic Torchbearers Are Chosen
From world-class athletes to the stars of Heated Rivalry, torchbearers are selected for their inspiring stories. Here’s what to know about the people carrying the flame for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Vox Kiwi Wireless: fibre-like broadband for South African homes
Uncapped, unshaped data with no fair use policies, Kiwi Wireless is about to change the face of connectivity.
Huge blow to DStv in South Africa
DStv has responded to questions about whether SuperSport will show the Winter Olympic Games this year.
Binance SA sees growth amid crypto boom
The crypto-currency exchange sees 208% year-on-year customer growth, boosted by financial inclusion and cross-border payments.
How iPhones Made a Surprising Comeback in China
Huawei’s and Xiaomi’s flagship devices are packed with impressive features, but Apple is dominating the Chinese smartphone market again—for now.
Lesaka disburses R1bn in loans to social grant recipients
The fintech firm sees an uptick in demand after it increased its loan size from R2 000 to R4 000 and extended the terms from six to nine months.
China Has Seized Sony’s Television Halo
Sony announced last month that it plans to pass control of its home entertainment division — including the two-decade-old Bravia television brand — to Chinese electronics group TCL through a joint venture in which TCL would hold a 51% stake. The Japanese company was long ago overtaken in sales by South Korea’s Samsung and LG and now holds just 2% of the global television market. Sony stopped...
Hollywood Is Losing Audiences to AI Fatigue
Entertainment about or made with artificial intelligence has been missing the mark with viewers over the past year.
MTN Group looks to increase stake in IHS
The JSE-listed firm cautions shareholders as it confirms advanced discussions to acquire the 75% shares in IHS it doesn’t already own.
Makro launches new online store in South Africa
Makro Restored offers numerous pre-owned tech products at a fraction of the prices of new items.
South Africa is losing its film industry – one delay at a time
A frozen incentive scheme has hollowed out South Africa’s film industry, costing jobs and investment.
Superbalist turns to AI search to fend off rivals
The portal reworks its strategy to stay visible in AI-driven search, as global platforms reshape how South Africans shop online.
End of an era for prepaid electricity meters in South Africa
It is no longer possible to get key change tokens for meters still running on KRN 1.