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Online bullying has replaced the schoolyard – and it's more hurtful

Explore how the rise of digital platforms has transformed teen interactions, leading to more public and relentless conflicts, and discover strategies for parents to support their children through these challenges.

Lifestyle
Sarene Kloren|Published

Unisa’s catalytic niche areas are gaining international traction as Prof LenkaBula champions Africa’s intellectual futures at global events

Unisa embraces the Fourth Industrial Revolution, focusing on AI, automation, and future careers, while fostering interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

News Education
Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Wordware’s AI Roast which gauges netizens’ online persona goes viral… and it’s hilarious

The roasts are often so spot-on and funny that users can’t resist sharing them with their followers. This creates a viral loop, as more people see the roasts and are tempted to try the tool themselves.

Tech Mobile Apps
Duduzile Zwane|Published

Run on numbers: Disinformation in Africa. How prevalent is it in South Africa?

The internet and social media have created the ideal conditions for a huge increase in false information and conspiracy theories.

Personal Finance Financial Planning
Corrie Kruger|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: The beauty makeover, AI's influence on the beauty industry

In the quest for a more personalised customer experience, beauty brands are offering customers everything from games to product demonstrations and master classes. Picture: Nars Cosmetics

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Sarene Kloren|Published

Unveiling South Africa's vulnerability: How the nation became a playground for cyber threats and hackers

South African companies, both private-owned and those in the public sector, have been hit with an onslaught of cyber threats.

News
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Guinea's junta lifts internet restrictions

After deeming the internet a security problem, Guinea’s Junta has moved to lift the restrictions around internet usage this week.

News Africa
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Massive outage strikes MetroFibre network across SA. These are the provinces affected

Fibre network operator MetroFibre was hit by a widespread network outage, disrupting services for numerous fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) customers in at least four provinces of South Africa.

Tech
Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Point of view: 91% South Africans think that life with AI will look different in 5 years

The research also further shows that search interest in AI increased by 370% over the past year.

Personal Finance Financial Planning
Dieketseng Maleke|Published

Work smarter, faster, and better with HUAWEI MateBook D 16

The HUAWEI MateBook D 16 is the new productivity tool made for the modern working professional.

Tech Partnered
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The HUAWEI MateBook D 16 2024 redefines portability and power

The newly upgraded HUAWEI MateBook D 16 is a large-screen, high-performing laptop built for portable lifestyles.

Tech Partnered
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WATCH: AI Journey International conference Moscow

The 8th AI Journey International conference was held in Moscow from 22 to 24 November. The event focused on the latest developments in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), their role in new scientific discoveries, and the significance of AI in the development of business and society as a whole.

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MTN goes the extra mile to reduce the load-shedding burden in KZN

With a significant portion of our population living in rural areas, MTN is expanding its network to those communities.

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MTN goes the extra mile to reduce the load-shedding burden in Gauteng

Keeping you connected is what MTN is all about.

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It’s time to talk to kids about internet safety

These modern conveniences are wonderful, but they have also introduced new and ever-present dangers.

The Star Opinion
Opinion|Published

Women In Tech SHEVOLUTION Experience speakers

The Innovator Trust announces it’s speakers - dynamic entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and tech enthusiasts, in celebration of women tech SMMEs.

Tech Partnered
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Vodacom Business causes a stir while sharing an important cybersecurity message

Since the pandemic experts consider cybercrime among the top threats to businesses across the globe.

Business Report Partnered
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Cybercrime a clear and present danger for individuals and businesses

Cybercrime has become a global pandemic, with South Africa leading the charge in terms of countries that have become a hots pot for cybercrime.

Personal Finance Financial Planning
Opinion|Published

Run on numbers: Is digitisation a friend or foe?

Since the advent of the digital age, digitisation and digitalisation have been buzzwords. Lately, digital transformation has also become a popular phrase in business and technology circles. Digitisation is the process of converting analog information to digital format.

Personal Finance My Money
Corrie Kruger|Published

Dawie Roodt & Zunaid Moti on webinar

Businessman and billionaire investor Zunaid Moti’s acclaimed MotiMoves business mentorship webinar hosts prominent economist and media personality Dawie Roodt.

Business Report Entrepreneurs
IOL Reporter|Published

Africa Online Safety Fund announces grant winners

The selection of the 22 winning organisations from seven countries was announced by Impact Amplifier in Cape Town, South Africa.

News South Africa
IOL|Published

HONOR marks a new era of innovations with all-new AI technologies

The brand-new HONOR 90 5G comes with a raft of groundbreaking AI features and industry-leading technology.

Tech Partnered
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Slow internet connectivity over the last week? Here’s why

Experts say it could take up to a month for a cable repair ship to reach the site of a break and begin the repairs.

News
Kailene Pillay|Published

What’s breaking your binge?

With a variety of streaming content available, South Africans have migrated from traditional TV and state channels.

Cape Times Partnered
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