When AI plays Cupid: the dangers of companion chatbots

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s worth asking an uncomfortable question: what happens when the feeling of being ‘seen and heard’ doesn’t come from a partner, but from a machine? Designed with distinct personalities and an affirming tone, artificial...

Love in the age of apps …

Giving cards, flowers and chocolates for Valetine’s Day is a tradition that stretches back hundreds of years. But these days, our smartphones offer a range of new ways to be thoughtful and share love. TCL looks at some ways you can use digital technology, especially...

Spotify brings Audiobooks to SA

Audiobooks are now available to listen to on Spotify in South Africa. Spotify’s selection spans bestsellers, new releases and genre favourites. Users on Premium Platinum get 12 hours of audiobook listening each month included in their subscription. If they need more...

Why discipline matters more than predictions in 2026

Investors enter 2026 carrying the scars of a volatile year, writes Etienne Viljoen, chief investment officer at Aurora Capital. Markets have moved rapidly between fear and optimism. Policy signals have shifted. Narratives around inflation, interest rates, AI, and...

BitCo debuts FTTH service

Less than a week ago, business connectivity solutions provider BitCo announced its debut in the fibre to the home (FTTH) market. The company says home customers can now expect an FTTH offering with competitive prices, coupled with 24/7 support. BitCo sales director...

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BitCo debuts FTTH service

Less than a week ago, business connectivity solutions provider BitCo announced its debut in the fibre to the home (FTTH) market. The company says home customers can now expect an FTTH offering with competitive prices, coupled with 24/7 support. BitCo sales director...

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Free service day for LG

LG Electronics (LG) South Africa has announced its annual Free Service Day 2018 for all South Africans on 12 and 13 October 2018, between 09:00 and 16:00 daily. "The one of a kind industry event has previously attracted many interested and current consumers, industry...

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Taxify boosts driver safety

Ride-hailing company Taxify has boosted driver safety, with drivers now able to connect quickly and easily to private security response teams, emergency medical services and roadside assistance in the event of any medical or security emergencies. The new safety...

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AI and how driving will change forever

Autonomous or self-driving vehicles may appear to be a new phenomenon, but key transport manufacturers and stakeholders have been developing smarter driving systems for some time, and South Africans can expect to see revolutionary new intelligent cars and driving...

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