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South Africa’s digital platform economy holds immense potential for economic transformation, with projections estimating it could contribute R91.4 billion to the country’s GDP by 2035. According to a joint study by Naspers and the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA), the sector’s GDP share could expand from 0.02% in 2022 to 1.38% by 2035, underlining […]
In a landmark move towards sustainable transportation, South Africa has officially enacted a 150% tax incentive for the production of electric and hydrogen vehicles. Signed into law on January 3, 2025, the legislation is expected to unlock approximately $27 billion in investments, significantly boosting the country’s nascent electric vehicle (EV) industry. The ambitious initiative aims […]
Microsoft is set to make a monumental investment of $80 billion (R1.5 trillion) in its 2025 financial year, focusing on building advanced data centres to support artificial intelligence (AI) development and the deployment of AI-powered and cloud-based applications. This announcement was made in a blog post by Brad Smith, Microsoft’s Vice Chair and President, on […]
We have previously reported that the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant system is being defrauded. Here we explain how weak computer systems at the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), Shoprite and TymeBank allowed large numbers of fraudulent grant applications to be made. Shoprite and TymeBank have taken measures to reduce the risk of […]
Gray Zone Warfare is a tough game to master. You’ll face many challenges as a new player. The game throws you into a world of tactical combat and strategic decisions. It can be overwhelming at first. Learning the key tips and tricks will give you a big advantage in Gray Zone Warfare. You’ll want to […]
An AI-generated notification says the teen has won the tournament before the final is even played.
The world’s most popular YouTuber, known for his grand stunts, says he opted for an intimate proposal.
From space junk gel to hologram surgery, the team had lots of intriguing predictions. Which, if any, came true?
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After ‘systems issues’ delayed deliveries, some customers were left without food on Christmas Day.
Two big releases will dominate the industry next year, but they’re not the only games in town.
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has announced that fuel prices in South Africa will increase effective Wednesday, 01 January 2025. This adjustment, attributed to fluctuations in international oil prices and the depreciation of the Rand, will affect both petrol and diesel prices, while illuminating paraffin prices will see a slight decrease. Fuel price […]
How a very popular puzzle that was first invented 50 years ago may have certain wellbeing benefits
The supermarket says its systems are back to normal but some customers still don’t have their Christmas shop.
We look back at the high and lows of another fascinating twelve months in tech
The supermarket has been advertising cheap deals, including 10p vegetables, ahead of Christmas.
Google called a US Justice Department plan to force it to sell its web browser “extreme” and at odds with the law, urging a federal court judge to take caution lest he stifle innovation and future investment.
Computer scientist Craig Wright was given a suspended prison sentence for what was described as “legal nonsense.”
The US Department of Justice says it expressed concerns directors’ positions on two company boards violated Clayton Act.
As the US Supreme Court considers whether to uphold a law that could get TikTok banned in the United States, here is a look at the rise of the video-snippet social app.
BEIJING, Dec 19 – Apple is in talks with Tencent and TikTok owner ByteDance about integrating their artificial intelligence models into iPhones sold in China, according to three sources familiar with the matter.