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NASA Says Goodbye to Its Longtime Mars MAVEN Mission
NASA has officially ended the MAVEN mission after the Mars orbiter stopped responding in December, apparently after an unexpected spin drained its batteries and knocked out communications. Launched in 2013 and orbiting Mars since 2014, MAVEN spent more than a decade studying how the planet lost its atmosphere and helped explain how Mars transformed from a potentially habitable world into the...
Three studies used by RFK Jr and allies to justify controversial vaccine policy changes facing new scrutiny
Scientists praise moves to investigate, retract or remove controversial studies. The authors stand by their work
Three scientific papers that raised questions about vaccine safety and were used by the Trump administration to justify controversial changes to US vaccine policies have over the last two months been removed, retracted or placed under investigation by the journals that published...
AI reshapes jobs while increasing mental demands
AI boosts productivity for SA’s workforce, but significantly increases cognitive load and workplace mental strain, a study finds.
Segway Myon Electric Bike Review: Too Smart?
From app-controlled security to electronic shifting and radar alerts, Segway’s Myon may have more tech than you need. That’s not always a bad thing.
Amazon Prime makes SA debut
The online retailer brings the membership programme to the local market, promising shopping and entertainment benefits.
Jeff Bezos Is Funding a Wild Hunt for the Brain’s ‘Core Algorithm’
With $500 million in funding and a reported $2.5 billion valuation, Flourish wants to reinvent AI by putting real neurons under the microscope.
Vandals target Gauteng’s CCTV camera network
There are growing concerns over theft and damage to CCTV cameras installed by the province as part of its e-policing programme.
Alpha School’s Ritzy New York City Campus Costs $65,000 a Year—but Isn’t Actually a School
A homeschooling center in Manhattan is part of the company’s nationwide expansion. Internal documents reveal its strategy: “Opening date > safety.”
Dr Anushka Bogdanov goes on offensive over ‘fake PhD’
Dr Anushka Bogdanov challenges a Financial Services Tribunal ruling that she deliberately forged documents to support a PhD she never earned.
Quantum Computing Is Having Its Public Market Moment
Quantinuum, a quantum computing startup, is losing millions. Investors want in anyway.
This Streamer Has Convinced the Internet Guy Fieri Never Swallows Food on TV
A video creator known as Doctor Spaghetti has scrutinized hours of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives to get to the bottom of an explosive culinary conspiracy theory.
Mint Group named Tech Icons winner at Africa Tech Week Awards 2026
The awards, presented by Topco Media, recognise companies and individuals shaping how technology is being used across the continent.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Buying Used Tech Gadgets
With a shortage of some components driving up costs of consumer electronics, refurbished devices are an attractive alternative to buying new.
SA’s must-attend FICA and AML conference
The nCino KYC Fighting Financial Crime Conference 2026 will take place in Johannesburg on 24 June.
The Small-Business Owners Managing Whole Armies of A.I. Employees
When you turn A.I. agents loose on your finances, email and customers, what could possibly go wrong?
Can These ChatGPT Ads Make You Love A.I.?
A campaign for ChatGPT relies on heartwarming retro vibes to sell a product that has become a source of concern for most Americans.
This App Makes Google TV Actually Usable
The app AT4K turns the messy Google TV interface into something closer to the Apple TV interface, making it cleaner, more customizable, and less frustrating to use.
Frontline workers overlooked in cyber security strategy
Those closest to systems are furthest from support, says Zethu Lubisi, IT strategy professional and researcher.
The MVNO trap deepens as the battle moves to data
South Africa’s banks built their MVNO defence around voice. But the war has moved to data, where telcos hold the advantage.
Cyber crisis plans fail when reality hits
Incident response plans developed in boardrooms assume cyber incidents will be manageable, says Cyanre MD Danny Myburgh.