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The ANC’s control over South African telecoms companies

The South African government is one of the biggest shareholders in local telecommunications companies, which is of concern to industry players.

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The new Netflix movies and series releasing in 2016

Here’s a selection of the top new Netflix original series and movies coming in 2016.

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Movie prices in South Africa: 2005 – 2016

Ster-Kinekor and Nu Metro have increased their movie ticket prices – this is how they’ve changed over the years.

Telkom FreeMe

This is how Telkom’s Unlimited FreeMe fair use policy works

We detail how “unlimited” Telkom’s new FreeMe Unlimited package is.

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Telkom LTE network improvements within a week

Telkom said it is experiencing congestion on some sections of its 2,300MHz LTE network, and is addressing the problem.

The Gotham Golfcart

This is why I am still broke

With so many cool gadgets and great geek gear, it is not surprising that I have no money left at the end of the month.

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How South Africa’s new fingerprint payment standard will work

PASA recently unveiled a biometric standard for South Africa – this is how it will work.

South Africa ISPs

South Africa’s ADSL ISPs ranked by customer service levels

The latest Hellopeter Index reveals which ADSL Internet service provider in South Africa has the best customer service.

BlackBerry DTEK50

BlackBerry DTEK50 – the world’s most secure Android smartphone

Pre-orders have opened for BlackBerry’s latest Android smartphone.

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Hardware

Xiaomi launches Apple MacBook competitor

Xiaomi has entered the laptop market, unveiling its Mi Notebook Air on 27 July.

Broadcasting

SABC reinstates 7 journalists

The SABC has reinstated seven dismissed journalists, according to a report by News24.

Partner content

Wifi killed the hotel star(s) – How to roll-out a secure Hotel network and catch a falling star

Offering hotel guests secure wifi is not a competitive advantage, but a commodity that they expect.

SEACOM celebrates 7th anniversary with charitable contributions across Africa

For SEACOM’s Foundation Day (23 July), the company’s teams around Africa volunteered to support causes and non-profit organisations that are close to their hearts.

Government

Telecoms policy in South Africa is dysfunctional

The battle over South Africa’s wireless broadband spectrum auction highlights significant government policy missteps, says local technology analyst Arthur Goldstuck.

Cellular

Telkom FreeMe glitch on prepaid bundle fixed

Telkom has fixed a glitch that affected voice minute bundle allocations for prepaid subscribers.

Science

Water recovered from urine to make Belgian beer

Scientists have recovered 1,000 litres of drinkable water from the urine of party-goers with a solar-powered machine.

Software

Opera Mini now supports video downloads

Opera Mini for Android allows users to download videos that have been uploaded to social media or video platforms.

Broadcasting

EU ruling against Paramount and Sky may end geoblocking

Paramount’s legally-binding commitment to the European Commission could mean the end of geoblocking in Europe.

Security

TechCrunch hacked by OurMine

News website TechCrunch has been hacked by a group called OurMine.

Broadcasting

SABC journalists refused entry into work

Four journalists from the SABC have been refused entry into work at the broadcaster’s Johannesburg offices, despite the Labour Court ruling that their dismissals were unlawful.

Business

A minimum wage of R4,000 will seriously hurt South Africa: Economist

Economist Dawie Roodt has dismissed the idea that a minimum wage in South Africa will support economic growth and reduce the inequality gap and poverty.

Broadcasting

50 Cent will save Top Gear

50 Cent said he can save Top Gear if he presents the show, but it will “cost” the BBC.

Smartphones

LG X Cam smartphone launch date and prices for South Africa

LG South Africa has announced the launch date and recommended pricing of the LG X Cam.

Gadgets

Your wireless keyboard can give away all your passwords

Wireless keyboards from eight companies suffer from the KeySniffer vulnerability, allowing attackers to glean passwords, credit card numbers, and security questions and answers.

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The culture of mentorship at redPanda Software

redPanda meeting

Knowledge sharing and mentorship are key components of redPanda Software’s success and the growth of their developers.

Less haste is more speed in software development

redPanda Software developers at work

A look at how redPanda delivers quickly on client expectations while still developing internal team members.

Poll

Would you rather use your fingerprint instead of a PIN to make card payments?

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Avoid being scammed when investing

Snake

Investors need to be careful to avoid falling victim to con artists who want to separate them from their hard-earned money.

Three ways to protect yourself against shaky markets

Sygnia helmet

Andrew Steyn, Head of Consulting Relations at Sygnia Asset Management, says that investors need to get used to the idea that over the next few years returns will be hard to come by.

Why your business needs RSAWEB’s Enterprise Cloud

Enterprise Cloud

RSAWEB’s Enterprise Cloud offers a flexible, safe and time-saving solution to data storage and sharing.

Meltwater’s media influencer database now available in South Africa

Influencer

The scope of Meltwater’s proprietary influencer database software has been expanded to include South Africa, as well as Kenya and Nigeria.

Wifi killed the hotel star(s) – How to roll-out a secure Hotel network and catch a falling star

10dot expert

Offering hotel guests secure wifi is not a competitive advantage, but a commodity that they expect.

SEACOM celebrates 7th anniversary with charitable contributions across Africa

Volunteering

For SEACOM’s Foundation Day (23 July), the company’s teams around Africa volunteered to support causes and non-profit organisations that are close to their hearts.

2016 South Africa International Expo for Leisure, Tourism, Recreation & Modern Business

Fun and Biz Expo logo

On August 5-7 2016, the 2nd South Africa International Expo for Leisure, Tourism, Recreation & Modern Business and South Africa International Amusement & Attraction Expo will be held in Johannesburg.

Avoid being scammed when investing

Snake

Investors need to be careful to avoid falling victim to con artists who want to separate them from their hard-earned money.

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