
Amazon’s Kuiper in deal for rural cell towers in Southern Africa
Amazon has partnered with Vanu to deploy cellular towers in rural parts of Southern Africa using Kuiper satellites.
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Amazon has partnered with Vanu to deploy cellular towers in rural parts of Southern Africa using Kuiper satellites.

Unlawful operators dominate South Africa’s online betting market, prompting calls for DNS and payment blocking.

BAIC will start assembling its newly launched B30 off-road SUV at its factory in the Eastern Cape as early as January.

International karate medalist and coach Sergei Shilovskikh believes this centuries-old martial art offers much more than physical skill, it’s a form of therapy that strengthens the minds and characters of today’s digital generation. According to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), the number of Americans participating in sports and fitness reached a record 80% […]

The hunt for the next cryptocurrency that could deliver 1000x ROI is on. This time around, financial utility seems to be influencing investors’ decisions. While LivLive ($LIVE) promises to connect blockchain value to user lifestyle, investors still consider it a speculative token. On the other hand, Digitap ($TAP) has built an omni-bank ecosystem that integrates […]

Animal behaviourists tested 61 gulls in Cornwall to find most effective method of countering feathery threat
Some people respond to the unwanted attentions of a gull eyeing up a bag of chips or a Cornish pasty by frantically flapping their hands at the hungry bird while others beat a rapid retreat into the nearest seaside shelter. But researchers have found that a no-nonsense yell – even a...

In a short period of time, the iGaming industry has exploded in all corners of the world. That includes the African continent, which has seen dramatic growth in both sports betting and online casinos in just the last couple of years, fueled in part by easy access to platforms on mobile devices. As one of […]

A new law will allow authorised testers to assess AI models for their ability to generate abuse material

On the fifth anniversary of the PlayStation 5, the firm says its focus remains on its current console.

Money isn’t just paper anymore. It moves fast, through screens and apps, across borders and time zones. People expect instant access to their finances, zero friction, and top security. For businesses planning to enter this space, developing a mobile banking solution is both an opportunity and a challenge. But where do you even start? What […]

What if the next big crypto win is hidden in a game of chess? Tapzi makes this a reality on blockchain, where you can stake tokens, outsmart opponents, and get rewarded based on your decisions, not luck. This skill-to-earn approach is unique in a Web3 space where most games are based on chance. As Bitcoin […]

Szabolcs Csépe played Dance Dance Revolution for six days to secure his place in the record books.
The move has further stoked concerns among some investors that the rally in artificial intelligence stocks was overdone.

The Globba platform lets customers send instant, affordable cross-border payments to 120 destinations.

Barloworld Equipment is sharpening its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving yellow parts & component market, unveiling a series of operational upgrades, training initiatives, and strategic shifts that position its Barloworld Rebuild Centre (BRC) as a future-ready hub for high-precision component rebuilding. “We’ve commissioned new machining technology and smart tooling systems at the...

Amid the rapid expansion of the global digital asset market, Stephen I. Miran, a candidate for the presidency of the Federal Reserve, stated that the Fed’s policy will need to undergo significant adjustments to address the potential impact of stablecoins exceeding $3 trillion in total size in the coming years. At the same time, the […]

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB), in collaboration with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), today announced the winners of the 2025 G20 TechSprint challenge on trust and integrity in scalable and open finance. Hosted under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, the 2025 G20 TechSprint marks the first time the global innovation initiative has taken place […]

SpaceX has criticised the time it is taking communications minister Solly Malatsi to issue a policy directive on licensing rules.

Imagine spotting a familiar coin like XRP teetering on the edge of a sharp drop, while a quiet newcomer in Web3 gaming quietly stacks up early wins. Traders sift through charts and filings, hunting signals that separate fleeting dips from lasting climbs. XRP currently trades at $2.29, down 1.96% in the last day and 19.87% […]

The 28th annual Africa Tech Festival will unite 15 000 attendees shaping the continent’s digital future.

In South Africa, fintech didn’t make a noise when it entered the betting scene. It quietly rewired how people fund their wagers, manage limits, verify identity, and interact with platforms. No flashy entrance. Just seamless integrations, mobile-first interfaces, and scalable payment options that made the old system feel clunky overnight. Today, betting platforms that haven’t […]