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WeChat getting serious with games and payments

WeChat, the Chinese popular messaging app sweeping through the emerging markets, has introduced mobile payments, a game center, and a sticker store in its…

Mobile paid search is seriously winning: here’s how

As we use our tablets and mobile phones more and more in everyday life; advertisers have to follow us. To illustrate my point; over…

‘Showrooming’ hurting your business? Don’t try to match the online experience

How would you like to be charged to get advice from an assistant in a camera shop or a PC reseller? Or if you…

12 Kickass African startups worth getting excited about

I have decided that any old Joe can start a company. In fact all you have to do is have an idea. It doesn’t…

Living with Google Glass and Twitter’s TV dreams: top stories you should read

What’s it like to walk down the street wearing a pair of US$1500 futuristic glasses? What steps is Twitter taking to make sure that…

Entrepreneurship and the fallacy of work-life balance

How do you deal with stress and life balance as an entrepreneur? This was the question posed on the latest Startup Edition thread. As…

Leap Motion preview: two days of fun and frustration

Leap Motion is onto something different, innit? Leap is a 3D motion-controller the size of an electric slug that works on PC or Mac….

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet

With powerful hardware working together with an industry-leading camera system and intuitive AI experiences, everyday tasks have never been easier and faster

Netflix Paramount Trump Clash Escalates As Streaming Power Meets Political Pressure

Donald Trump’s call for Netflix to remove board member Susan Rice has intensified the Paramount saga, pushing the streaming wars into a political confrontation.

The Future of Forex Brokers in South Africa – Consolidation, Regulation, or Exit?

South Africa’s retail forex industry is entering a decisive phase as regulation tightens and consolidation accelerates. What does it mean for brokers and traders?

Kimi K2.5 Enters the Global AI Race Against ChatGPT 5.2 and Its Rivals

Kimi K2.5 has launched as a powerful open AI model from China. Here’s how it compares to ChatGPT 5.2, Claude, Gemini and Grok in capability, architecture and strategy.

Is 2026 The Crypto Tipping Point For African Merchants?

With stablecoins gaining traction and regulation improving, African merchants may be nearing a crypto tipping point. Here’s why 2026 could mark a shift from hesitation to adoption.

Can Digital Skills Unlock South Africa’s Next Growth Cycle?

With youth unemployment above 60 percent, South Africa is betting on digital skills to drive inclusive growth. Here is how MICT SETA is positioning the next generation for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Vox 100Mbps Fixed Wireless Review: Fast, Reliable Internet That Finally Feels Like Fibre

We tested Vox Telecom’s 100Mbps Kiwi Home Wireless in South Africa. Installation, real speed tests, pricing and how it compares to fibre for everyday use

Sony WF-1000XM6 Lands In South Africa With Smarter Noise Cancelling And Premium Sound

Sony launches the WF-1000XM6 in South Africa with upgraded noise cancelling, better call clarity and premium sound. Pricing starts at R7,999.

Niche Dating Apps Are Gaining Ground In South Africa Beyond The Swipe

South Africa’s online dating scene is shifting in 2026 as users move away from endless swiping toward niche apps focused on values, safety, and real connection.