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Wikipedia’s new crowdfunded newspaper ‘can fix news’

Today, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales launched Wikitribune — an online crowdfunded newspaper looking to combat “fake news.” According to Wales, media’s move to the internet broke…

The ultimate guide to building apps in 2017

This article is, more than anything, about user experience. Whether it’s an app, a website or something in between, your mobile platform of choice…

Cracked: could this comedy site’s model prevent another ‘Shelley Garland’?

I’ve been reluctant to add my voice to the hailstorm of opinions surrounding the ongoing Huffington Post South Africa ‘Shelley Garland’ saga (you can…

Ask these questions when buying a secure printer [Native]

Believe it or not, but security is an important factor to consider when buying a new printer for the office these days. But what…

Google doesn’t want you using adblockers, so its building its own

Google’s wildly popular Chrome browser could soon feature its own adblocker, according to sources quoted by the WSJ. “People familiar with the company’s plans”…

[Updated] Here’s what went down at the Huffington Post SA this weekend

Update, 20 April: The Huffington Post has revealed Marius Roodt, a white man from Johannesburg, as the man behind the blog. Roodt says he was concerned…

Google Earth’s new facelift lets you explore the planet from your couch

Google has redesigned Google Earth for Chrome and Android, with features meant to inspire you about humanity’s “shared home.” “Google Maps is about finding…

Technology is a differentiating factor for financial services firms

Few industries are as ripe for technological innovation as the financial services sector. This opportunity, however, also carries considerable risk for established players that…

(E)commerce: 5 ways the future of consumer retail is already here

The next generation of shopping experiences is not an abstract idea – it is here. Customers are ready. They’re increasingly tech-savvy, they’re demanding personalised…

There are lessons for every business in the Ashley Madison hack

At the end of July, news broke that Ashley Madison, an extramarital dating website, was hacked by a group calling itself The Impact Team….

Google’s Michelle Atagana talks life after journalism, spreading the tech gospel

Long-time Memeburn readers across Africa are probably very familiar with the name Michelle Atagana. And if you didn’t read our former Managing Editor’s content…

Google Maps takes a giant step into Zomato’s territory with individual restaurant recommendations

Google Maps has always been about giving users more than detailed directions, and now it seems to be heading into Zomato’s territory. The internet…

Google for Nonprofits will see NPOs get up to $10k in free Google advertising

Google South Africa has launched Google for Nonprofits, an initiative aimed at assisting NPOs in making use of Google’s products and tools. The initiative…

6 UX design trends online retailers should be aware of

Focusing on your ecommerce website’s usability always adds a competitive advantage. Consumers today prefer the sites that provide the best shopping experience. According to…

10 things you need to know about keeping your kids safe online

Very few parents use parental controls on internet-enabled devices bought for their children, leaving youngsters potentially exposed to online threats. Most parents feel it…

Early-warning asthma prediction device secures top spot at SA Innovation Summit

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Inventors Garage competition awarded PhD student Moses Kebalepile for his prototype, called the Asthma Grid, at the SA Innovation…

South Africa seriously needs to fix its education system to develop a knowledge economy

South Africa’s education system is in a bad state. That was the grim message conveyed by Prof Roy du Pré (pictured above), chairperson of…

Google unveils sleek new logo, pushes it out on home page right away

Internet search giant Google has just unveiled a new logo, marking the biggest change to the famous six letters since 1999. Looking back 17…

Fatherhood app wins at Early Childhood Development Hackathon

The SA Innovation Summit‘s Hackathon for Early Childhood Development (ECD) awarded top honours to an app aimed at encouraging fathers to be more involved in…

Innovation Summit 2015: Pete Smith on using LEGO as a team building tool

If you’re reading this site, chances are you already know that LEGO is far more than just a toy you used to play with…

Never miss these 5 steps while transferring hosting providers

Moving a website from one host to another host can be little tricky. Most newbie webmasters make too many mistakes during the entire migration…

Satellite networks could prove key to the financial services industry

Satellite networks are reliable, very reliable. The very nature of the technology integrated with sound engineering practises leads to the most trusted and reliable…

R19,000 for Bass? Sony Tests South Africa’s Audio Appetite

Tech Stocks Tank – Can SA Survive a Global Meltdown?

iGaming FAQ: Answering the Most Common Questions for South African Players

Why MVNOs are gaining ground — and how Huge NXTGN is accelerating the shift

How UVU Accelerate is Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in South Africa

Acer Unleashes Beastly New Predator BiFrost and Nitro GPUs with AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series

Philips Evnia Drops Jaw-Dropping QD OLED Monitors: 240Hz, Ambiglow, and All the Good Stuff

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

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