21 Best iPhone 17 Cases and Accessories (2025)
Protect your expensive iPhone 17, iPhone Air, or Pro iPhone with our favorite cases and screen protectors.
Science/Tech
The Underwater Cables That Carry the Internet Are in Trouble
The roughly 500 fiber-optic cables lying on the ocean floor carry more than 95% of all internet data — not satellites, as many might assume — and they face growing threats from natural disasters, terrorists and nation-states capable of disrupting global communications by dragging anchors or deploying submarines against the infrastructure. The cables are protected by layers of copper, steel, and...
End of an era at Bank Zero
The Competition Tribunal has unconditionally approved the acquisition of Bank Zero by Lesaka Technologies.
Take Command of Your Powerful New Smartphone Camera
This year’s high-end models from Apple and Google raise the bar for mobile photography, but users should take the time to learn the settings and features.
Malaysia’s Johor Bans Low-Tier Data Centers Over Water Strain
Malaysia’s Johor, one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing data center hubs, has announced it will no longer approve applications for Tier 1 and Tier 2 data centers because of their enormous water consumption — up to 50 million liters daily, or roughly 200 times what higher-tier facilities require. The Malaysian state has approved 51 data center projects as of November 2025. 17 centers are...
The Best Star Wars Gifts for Everyone, From Padawans to Jedi Masters (2025)
These are the best Star Wars gifts in the galaxy for everyone, from Padawan fans to Jedi masters.
From R6,599 to R945 per month in 11 years
100Mbps fibre-to-the-home prices have plummeted since launching in South Africa at R6,599 per month in 2014.
AirMobile 6-for-2
What’s better than double the value? Triple the value! With the 6-for-2 top up promo, AirMobile clients can get 4GB FREE every time they top up with 2GB.
Bolt steps up ride-hailing security in South Africa
A new Ipsos report, commissioned by Bolt, has confirmed that safety concerns are shaping rider behaviour.
The company with enough data centre space to cover 10 rugby fields in South Africa
Teraco’s facilities can also draw power equivalent to what a coal-fired generating unit at one of Eskom’s older power stations can produce.
Texas Buys $5 Million In BTC ETF As States Edge Toward First Government Crypto Reserves
Texas has purchased $5 million worth of BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF as an initial step toward creating the first state-level bitcoin reserve in the U.S.”[O]ther states having previously invested in such funds with public-employee retirement money,” notes CoinDesk. “Michigan has been building such an investment, and Wisconsin sold its $350 million pension-fund stake in the BlackRock ETF in May. From...
12 Best Computer Monitors (2025): Budget, OLED, 4K, and More
The Gear team spends countless hours in front of displays while writing for you. So we reviewed those too (including a portable screen).
Solar power battery arbitrage – a financial lifeline for South African businesses
For South African businesses, energy is no longer a fixed cost but a dynamic, manageable variable.
Nvidia plays down Google chip threat concerns
The world’s most valuable company said it was still “a generation ahead of the industry”.
14 Best Tablets (2025), Tested and Reviewed
We’ve tested all the top slates, from Apple’s iPads to Android and Windows devices, and rounded up our favorites.
Why MTN still won’t rule out a deal with Telkom
MTN CEO Ralph Mupita says consolidation still makes sense – and a deal remains possible if three factors align.
MTN is eyeing East Africa for future growth
MTN plans a strategic push into East Africa to rebalance its footprint and spur growth, according to its group CEO.
Vodacom beats MTN and Cell C
MyBroadband tested mobile network websites, and found the Rain website to be the fastest loading.
The Trump Administration’s Data Center Push Could Open the Door for New Forever Chemicals
The EPA is prioritizing review of new chemicals to be used in data centers. Experts say this could lead to the fast approval of new types of forever chemicals—with limited oversight.
Africa’s Graduate Talent: The Future Of Early-Career Hiring In A Remote World
Across the UK, Europe, and the US, HR leaders are facing a growing shortage of young talent who are truly job-ready. Particularly in remote settings, employers increasingly seek more mature profiles with strong soft skills and an understanding of company life capabilities that many graduates still lack. In this context, 76% of employers worldwide report […]
Plentify Closes Oversubscribed Series A To Accelerate Rollout Of Its Intelligent Energy Platform
Backed by Secha Capital, Buffet Investments, E3 Capital, Fireball Capital, Endeavor SA Harvest Fund, Satgana and South African family offices, the round signals strong investor confidence in South Africa’s leading home energy innovator. Plentify, the pioneering South African electrotech company, using AI-fueled hardware and software to connect home appliances to cheaper, cleaner energy, has...