Not enough: Eskom unions spurn above-inflation wage offer
Two of South Africa’s biggest trade unions have rejected an improved 6% salary increase offer from Eskom.
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More drama in Warner Bros tug of war
Warner Bros Discovery has rejected Paramount Skydance’s latest hostile takeover bid, but has left the door open a crack.
SA firms turn to automated dispatch as crime perception soars
Automated dispatch technology is gaining ground in South Africa as crime drives a surge in security callouts.
Sony Tech Can Identify Original Music in AI-Generated Songs
Sony Group has developed a technology that can identify the underlying music used in tunes generated by AI, making it possible for songwriters to seek compensation from AI developers if their music was used. From a report: Sony Group’s technology analyzes which musicians’ songs were used in learning and generating music. It can quantify the contribution of each original work, such as “30% of...
Inside the Homeland Security Forum Where ICE Agents Talk Shit About Other Agents
Forum members discuss their discomfort with mass deportation efforts, debate how federal agents have interacted with civilians, and complain about their working conditions.
Rasan Reports Record FY 2025 Results with 82% Revenue Growth to SAR 653 Million and Adjusted Net Income Nearly Tripling
Rasan Information Technology Company (Tadawul: 8313), the leading Insurtech and Fintech platform in Saudi Arabia, today announced record financial results for the full year ended 31 December 2025.
LLMs mark the real AI tipping point
Language-driven systems represent a structural, irreversible change in how organisations access and apply intelligence, says STM Healthcare’s Vukosi Sambo.
Could Bill Gates and political tussles overshadow AI safety debate in Delhi?
As global tech leaders meet Delhi, India hopes to level the playing field for countries outside the US and China.
The Simplest Android App for Scanning Documents
Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.
AI Digital Twins Are Helping People Manage Diabetes and Obesity
As patients and employers look for alternatives to pricey GLP-1 drugs, Silicon Valley startup Twin Health is using AI and wearable sensors to help people make healthier choices.
Students to deliver digital literacy to their communities
WeThinkCode and IDC-SEF partner to equip 44 000 youth with digital skills, combining learning and earning in community-driven programmes.
Investec’s Invest-ED targets digital skills, career readiness
The initiative links education choices to work readiness and future-focused thinking.
Joburg billing ‘mess’ delays sale of homes
Issues with the city’s billing system freeze property sales, as its SAP platform fails again, trapping buyers and sellers in bureaucratic limbo.
Chatbots Are the New Influencers Brands Must Woo
Companies are realizing they can no longer simply promote themselves to potential customers. They have to win over the robots, too.
Did That Bald Head Get Your Attention? One Start-Up Hopes So.
Billboards that wouldn’t make sense to people outside the tech industry have become common in the Bay Area. One company took the microtargeting game to another level.
With Niche Tech World References, Vibe Hopes Its Billboards Reach Start-Up Insiders
Billboards that wouldn’t make sense to people outside the tech industry have become common in the Bay Area. One company took the microtargeting game to another level.
SA banks shift from caution to participation in crypto market
The move follows a series of policy developments, including the classification of crypto assets as financial products and the rollout of the licensing regime.
Scaling modern, data-driven farming across Africa
AgriLogiq and NEC XON partner to scale protected, data-driven farming across Africa through strategic collaboration.
Unseen cyber attacks uncovered – how criminals exploit digital exposure, ID
Cyberrey will highlight how attackers operate before intrusion at ITWeb Security Summit JHB 2026.
DVT strengthens 2026 Launchpad with cross-stack skills, practical AI focus
Alongside technical training, DVT’s graduate development programme places strong emphasis on professional skills and consulting readiness.
Bitcoin likely to follow traditional cycle, with muted 2026 ahead
The crypto-currency is expected to continue following its traditional four-year cycle pattern, with a post-halving rally followed by a year or more of muted pricing, says John Singh, VP of the IITPSA.