Meta adds image generation

Meta has rolled out Muse Image, its first image generation model from Meta Superintelligence Labs. Muse Image helps users create high-quality visuals, and enables a number of creative tools across Metaʼs apps. Whether starting from scratch or working with an existing...

Travellers well aware of AI security risks when planning trips

AI is highly appreciated among travellers for saving time, finding personalised recommendations, and budget-saving offers – but data security risks awareness is also high, which security experts say is a good sign. New research from Kaspersky reveals what drives...

SA’s Refiant debuts long-context AI models

South African start-up Refiant has launched Protea, its suite of long-context AI models. With a 10 million-token context window, it is one of the largest ever made publicly available, and is accessible immediately. Until now, AI has been constrained by how much it can...

Economic activity weakens further in June

South Africa’s economic activity slowed further in June 2026, with the PayInc Economic Index declining by 0,9% on a monthly basis, following a revised 2% decline in May. “At 102.4, the PayInc Economic Index reached its lowest level since November 2025, although...
How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

How air transport industry plans to move 10bn passengers a year

It really sounds like a frequent flyer’s dream: Borders cleared in 10 seconds; weather delays cut by 65%; lost luggage down 90%; AI continually driving efficiency. But all this is becoming reality, says the SITA Impact Report 2025, documenting a year of customer-led...