Capitec vanishes with user balances in yet another tech breakdown
Capitec users were rocked out of sleep when, on Tuesday, 25 April 2023, the banking app reflected zero balances.
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Watch: Breathtaking views of the 2023 total solar eclipse [video]
The Ningaloo eclipse was even more special because it was a hybrid eclipse, which means it appeared either as a total eclipse or an annular eclipse depending on where and when it was viewed.
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Huawei updates: Here’s what you can expect in April 2023
Huawei announced details of its April 2023 security EMUI patch update for its global phones. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Starlink in South Africa will never happen, DA claims
The DA claims the government reportedly refused to allow Starlink to operate without handing over at least 30% of its equity to the ANC.
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President Ramaphosa promises R800m fund to ‘unlock’ skills training in digital economy
The National Skills Fund is expected to launch a training package in digital skills for unemployed youth in the country.
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Microsoft set to roll out important Xbox system update in April 2023
The update will start rolling out to users in April 2023, and it is expected to enhance the gaming experience for Xbox users.
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Bob Lee: Cash App founder reportedly stabbed to death in San Fransisco
Bob Lee was found with multiple stab wounds in San Fransisco, in the wee hours of Tuesday, 4 April 2023. He was 43.
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Here are some benefits to Twitter open-sourcing its code
This move is expected to have a number of benefits for both Twitter and the wider community.
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WhatsApp for Windows: How to make calls from your desktop
Here are five things you need to know about how to make calls on the WhatsApp app for Windows.
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Here’s why online slots are the most popular online casino game
In this article, we will take a look at why slots are the most popular online casino game.
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Xbox Game Pass: Free games you can play in April 2023
Take a look at the full breakdown of Xbox Game Pass releases dropping in April 2023.
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PlayStation Plus: Free games catalogue for April 2023
April’s PlayStation Plus free games catalogue includes a slew of exciting PS5 and PS4 titles.
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The Rise of Mobile Gaming in South Africa
We take a look at the mobile gaming market in South Africa, reasons for the fast growth, top online casino bonuses and how to choose great mobile casino sites.
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What’s DeFi? – Your Ultimate Guide to Decentralised Finance
DeFi is designed on a blockchain, which means it is open, public, and secure, which means no central authority will be needed.
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A selection of useful mobile gaming accessories in 2023
In order to experience mobile gaming at its best, it’s worth adding some accessories to your gaming setup.
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Starlink: SpaceX’s new internet service could be a gamechanger in Africa
Starlink is a satellite-based internet service. It is set to be rolled out elsewhere on the continent.
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TikTok rolls out new screen time limit features for teen users
TikTok users aged 18 and below will be actively encouraged to limit usage with the screen time tool.
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Meta will ‘turbocharge’ AI for WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger
Meta is launching a new team to ‘turbocharge’ AI for WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger and Instagram.
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Twitter makes 200 more people redundant, say reports
Twitter made 200 more people redundant, say reports, after new CEO Elon Musk let go over half of the workforce in late 2022.
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PlayStation Plus: Games you can download for free in March 2023
PlayStation has announced its latest list of free games you can download and play in March 2023.
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E3 2023: Nintendo confirms its not attending global gaming expo
Nintendo confirmed it won’t be at E3 2023 later this year – although the company has insisted that it remains a ‘supporter’ of the event.
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AI art copyright protection scrapped in landmark ruling
The US Copyright Office reversed its decision to grant full copyright protection to an art piece produced by AI software.
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Report: Activision Blizzard planning ‘Call of Duty’ premium drop
According to Bloomberg, fans can expect a standalone ‘Call fo Duty’ game before the year is out.
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‘Hogwarts Legacy’ breaks records as it rakes in $850m in first two weeks
The controversial ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ game has proved a huge commercial success.
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Tohru Okada: PlayStation logo composer dies aged 73
Tohru Okada, the composer of PlayStation’s logo sound, Tohru Okada, died aged 73. Here’s everything we know at this time.
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Can’t find ‘Angry Birds’ game on Google Play Store? – Here’s why
‘Angry Birds’ developers say the 2008 game will be delisted from the Google Play Store this week.
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Boxed first-generation iPhone fetches over R1m at auction
A first-generation iPhone has sold for more than R1.1 million at auction 16 years on from its initial release.
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2023 Mobile World Congress: OPPO to unveil new product range
OPPO will debut a new range at MWC 2023 in Barcelona later this month. Here’s what you must know.
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‘Fortnite’ players get new app to share gaming clips
Epic Games has just released the Postparty app to help ‘Fortnite’ fans share, save and edit their gaming footage.
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WhatsApp announces new features for Android users
WhatsApp has announced a series of minor but useful features for Android users.