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Have you created an app and wondered how you retain users? Create a personalised rewards program today
Did you know? You can optimise the time users spend on downloading and using mobile apps. Various app stores, such as AppGallery, offer a rewards program that enables users to earn points while enjoying the user experience of their favourite apps. As a business, big or small, rewards programs have become a great customer retention
Sign Language To Become South Africa’s 12th Official Language
Sign African Sign Language is now part of South Africa’s official language, the SASL has been given a thumbs up to become an official language in SA by the National Assembly after approving the report of the portfolio committee on justice and constitutional development. The bill still needs to be officially sent to President Cyril
The South African Reserve Bank unveils its new banknotes and coins
The South African Reserve Bank has officially introduced upgraded banknotes and coins as of today to move in time with the advancing technology. The banknotes and coins have enhanced security features and a new look and feel which celebrate South Africa’s heritage. With those who are partially sighted, the colours of the new bank notes
Meta discovers the rise of malware scams
Wednesday, Meta (formerly the Facebook company) shared it had uncovered malware scams relating to ChatGPT in April 2023. According to Social Media giant company, scammers use ChatGPT to attract users into downloading malicious apps and browser extensions. Meta said the malware scam cases are similar to the ones of cryptocurrency scams. In a report shared on
Tough trade talks ahead as Brazil plans for bird flu threat
Brazil, the world’s largest chicken exporter and the source of most of South Africa’s chicken imports, is trying to avoid being cut off, if and when bird flu breaks out in that country. Brazil is ringed by countries where bird flu has spread and, as the virus is carried by wild birds, it may be
Load-Shedding still a great threat with mitigation costs
Absa Purchase Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 94.8 index points in April 2023 from 48.1 in March. Even with the sharp rise in the purchase price index, load-shedding still possess as a threat with mitigation costs, such as powering diesel generators with the energy crisis the sector experienced another tough month at the start of
“I am confident AI will be used by bad actors, and yes it will cause real damage”- Microsoft Chief Economist
Artificial intelligence (AI) has elicited a range of reactions including one from Microsoft's chief economist, Michael Schwarz. Schwarz said during a World Economic Forum panel in Geneva on “I am confident AI will be used by bad actors, and yes it will cause real damage,” he continued, “It can do a lot damage in the hands of
Platinum Prices Surge as Supply Shortages Loom
Platinum prices have risen as investors anticipate supply shortages due to power outages at South African mines and increased demand from the automotive and hydrogen industries. Prices rose from just above $900 per ounce in late February to a high of $1,132.17 on April 21, the highest in more than a year, before easing to
JPMorgan to acquire failed regional bank First Republic
JPMorgan Chase & Co., the largest bank in the United States, purchased First Republic Bank in an emergency government-led intervention after private rescue efforts failed to fill a hole in the troubled lender's balance sheet and customers withdrew deposits. The assets acquired from First Republic included approximately $173 billion in loans, $30 billion in securities,
Ford introduces more affordable Everest SUV models in the local market
Ford has added the new Wildtrak and XLT models to its Next-Gen Everest lineup, addressing concerns that the initial Everest lineup lacked depth and pricing flexibility. For the first time in Everest's history, the new Wildtrak model sits between the Sport and Platinum trim levels, competing with the Toyota Prado rather than the Fortuner. It
Samsung Galaxy adds Microsoft SwiftKey's Latest Bing AI Feature
Microsoft SwiftKey's latest Bing AI feature is now available to Samsung Galaxy users, according to the SwiftKey team, who announced that the Bing AI update is now rolling out to Samsung users. The Bing AI update first appeared on iOS and Android in mid-April, but it is only now being added to Samsung's One UI's
Lesotho Discovers Exceptionally Rare Giant Pink Diamond
Late in March, Lesotho, a small country surrounded by South Africa, announced the discovery of a "spectacular fancy intense pink diamond." With a weight of 108.39 carats, the diamond is believed to be one of the largest pink diamonds in history. Storm Mountain Diamonds, which is owned by Namakwa Diamonds Limited and the Government of
MTN Nigeria Adds 1.1 Million Cell Phone Users In Q12023
MTN Group one of the largest leading telecom operators in Nigeria said they added 1.1 million new subscribers in the first quarter with their user base climbing to 76.7 million Nigerians. This 1.1 million increase represents a 1.4% growth in its customers compared to the previous quarter. Thursday MTN Nigeria release its first quarter results.
META wins back Wall Street Investors With AI Promises
Meta shares are making a comeback in what Zuckerberg believes is the “year of efficiency” after their shares went up by 14% after the company turned its focus on Artificial Intelligence and cost-cutting Thursday. The company showed some resilience to the weak spending environment and provided a great evaluation as it nearly doubles in value
MTI CEO ordered to pay R62 billion in fraud case
A federal judge in Texas has ordered the South African firm CEO to pay $3.4 billion( R62.5 billion) for what the U.S. Commodity regulator said was its largest-ever fraud case involving Bitcoin. In a statement by the regulator, The U.S. judge ordered Cornelius Johannes Steynberg to pay $1.7 billion to pay back the victims who
Are you up for an R9 flight? FlySafair has you covered with the launch of the massive R9 flight price
The local airline FlySafair has their travellers’ back as they bring back the R9 flight price which includes airport taxes. This year's theme has been dubbed “The Lucky R9 Sale”. The airline is offering 50,000 tickets to their lucky customers. The sale will be taking place next week and the airline is yet to announce
Teck Cancels Vote on Coal Split, Giving Glencore Upper Hand in Acquisition Bid
Teck Resources has cancelled the vote on the spin-off of its coal assets just hours before the shareholder meeting, potentially giving momentum to Glencore's bid to acquire the company. Teck and Glencore both spent three weeks lobbying for the decision. Teck turned down Glencore's $23 billion takeover offer earlier this month, preferring to concentrate on
UK Blocks Microsoft's $69 Billion Takeover of Activision, Citing Harm to Cloud Gaming Competition
The UK government has blocked Microsoft's $69 billion takeover bid for Activision Blizzard, claiming that it would disrupt cloud gaming competition. The decision will be appealed, but it could have significant implications for the deal's future. Microsoft launched the bid in 2022 in an attempt to create the world's third-largest gaming company by revenue. This
British American Tobacco to pay over $629 million in penalties for North Korea
British American Tobacco (BAT) and its subsidiary, BAT Marketing Singapore (BATMS), one of the world's largest tobacco product manufacturers, will pay more than $629 million in penalties to settle bank fraud and sanctions violation charges with US authorities. These charges stem from the companies' scheme to conduct business in North Korea through a third-party company
Anglo-American reports first quarter copper boost and maintains 2023 guidance
Anglo American reported a 9% increase in first-quarter output, largely due to increased copper production. The miner, which includes subsidiaries Anglo American Platinum, Kumba Iron Ore, and De Beers, said copper production increased by 28% due to increased output at its Quellaveco copper mine in Peru. Steelmaking coal production increased by 59% due to the