Tesla sales rebound: Elon Musk's 7% growth amid boycott challenges

Associated Press|Published

After months of boycotts, Elon Musk reveals a 7% sales increase for Tesla, but analysts remain sceptical about a true turnaround amidst ongoing controversies.

The power struggle behind AI tech: Who controls the machines?

Enrique Dans|Published

Explore the critical question of who controls the vast AI compute clusters that are shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

Samsung Galaxy Ring review: The good, the bad, and the possible battery problems

Vernon Pillay|Published

Discover how Samsung's Galaxy Ring, launched mid-2024, aims to revolutionise wearable health tracking, while also uncovering serious battery issues that have left ...

Understanding AI in South Africa: Is Mzansi embracing this new tech?

Fast Company Contributor|Published

In South Africa, AI is now part of everyday life, but a recent survey reveals mixed feelings. Explore how widespread familiarity meets deep-seated concerns about ...

Can OpenAI's Sora compete with TikTok and YouTube Shorts?

Vernon Pillay|Published

OpenAI has entered the short-video arena with Sora, an innovative AI-powered app that allows users to create and share videos, potentially reshaping the landscape ...

Startup funding fail: Inside the collapse of a once-promising African venture studio

Fast Company Contributor|Published

Discover the dramatic rise and fall of Founders Factory Africa, a venture studio that once transformed the continent's startup landscape, and learn what its collapse ...

Capitec is biting a major chunk of the mobile network sector

Vernon Pillay|Published

Discover how Capitec Bank is evolving from a traditional bank to a comprehensive technology platform, with Capitec Connect leading the charge

ANALYSIS: ChatGPT can handle your purchases - This is a huge deal for both users and brands

Thomas Smith|Published

This groundbreaking feature not only streamlines the shopping experience but also positions ChatGPT as a key player in the future of AI-driven commerce.

Explore the 10 most disruptive companies in AI outside the Magnificent 7

Chris Morris|Published

Explore the emerging players in the AI landscape that are shaping the future, as Futurum Equities reveals 10 companies making significant strides outside the spotlight ...

Apple’s secret chatbot: How it plans to reinvent Siri from the inside

Vernon Pillay|Published

Discover how Apple's Veritas chatbot is set to revolutionise Siri's capabilities, providing a unique testing environment for advanced conversational features.

OpenAI's ChatGPT enables seamless shopping with Etsy and Shopify

Reuters|Published

OpenAI's latest feature allows users to shop directly through ChatGPT, partnering with Etsy and Shopify to revolutionise online shopping. Discover how this innovation ...

Global leaders call for urgent AI regulations: Establishing 'red lines'

Vernon Pillay|Published

A coalition of former heads of state, Nobel laureates, and AI experts is calling for urgent international regulations on AI, warning of catastrophic risks if 'red ...

Uber debuts women-only rides in SA with tech built to prioritise safety

Vernon Pillay|Published

Uber is revolutionising safety in South Africa with its new women-only rides feature, allowing female riders to connect exclusively with women drivers. Discover ...

New ChatGPT parental controls launched by OpenAI

Reuters|Published

Following a tragic lawsuit linked to a teen's suicide, OpenAI is rolling out new parental controls for ChatGPT, allowing families to manage interactions and safeguard ...

How telemarketing and fake calls threaten the future of phone communication

Wesley Diphoko|Published

On 21 February 2024, FT Rams Consulting received the first enforcement notice for violating direct marketing laws, signalling a crackdown on unsolicited communications. ...

From passwords to biometrics: How SARS is racing to reinforce its digital tax perimeter

Vernon Pillay|Published

A surge in unauthorised access to SARS eFiling accounts has raised alarms about South Africa's tax infrastructure.

US stance on AI governance diverges from the UN's global framework

Sarah Bregel|Published

In a significant move, U. S. officials have rejected a global AI governance framework at the UN General Assembly, a decision that contrasts sharply with the support ...

The legacy of Adobe Flash: From innovation to obsolescence

Harry McCracken|Published

Explore the fascinating journey of Adobe Flash, from its pivotal role in shaping YouTube to its eventual decline, as told through the voices of those who witnessed ...

How China's K visa aims to attract tech talent as US H-1B fees soar

Reuters|Published

China launches its K visa programme this week, aiming to attract foreign tech talent in response to the US's rising H-1B fees.