OpenAI, Anthropic, SpaceX face the real test after IPOs
OpenAI has joined AI rivals Anthropic and SpaceX in filing for an initial public offering (IPO) to tap public markets to pursue ambitious plans, having confidentially filed paperwork for a US stock market listing. But the real challenges will start after the cash is...
SME confidence rebounds
Nearly half (46,5%) of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) surveyed in the latest SME Confidence Index by Business Partners Limited indicated that seasonal trading had no significant impact on their business performance, with a further 8,1% reporting a negative...
NASA marches toward Artemis III mission in 2027
NASA has announced the four prime crew members and a backup for the Artemis III test flight. The mission will undertake a series of challenging tests in Earth orbit in 2027, essential for Artemis IV, the first planned crewed mission to the lunar South Pole in 2028....
Cybercriminals are already targeting the World Cup
Starting tomorrow (June 11), the FIFA World Cup 2026 will unite fans, teams, sponsors, broadcasters, hospitality providers, and businesses in one of the world’s largest sporting events. It also presents a significant opportunity for cybercriminals. Major international...
SMEs shift from survival to disciplined growth in 2026
South African SMEs are entering a new phase of measured optimism, balancing improving local conditions with ongoing global uncertainty. This is according to Lula’s latest SME Pulse Report, which points to improving affordability and operating conditions, alongside a...
Gamblers say they’re in control. The data suggests otherwise
A new national study conducted by local research technology company Yazi has revealed concerning insights into the realities of online gambling in South Africa, uncovering a pattern of financial sacrifice, informal borrowing and loss-chasing behaviour that often sits...
Early mental health support remains out of reach for men
As South Africa marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, data from Lyra Southern Africa highlights a clear and persistent gap between mental health need and help‑seeking behaviour. Men account for just three in 10 users of employee wellness programmes, despite...
I pulled Excalibur from the stone and used it to trim my hedges
By Barry Buck, with Claude Fable 5 - This week Anthropic handed the village folk the keys to the armoury. Claude Fable 5 – a Mythos-class model, the tier whose legend of being too dangerous to release precedes it – is now generally available for a limited period. Its...
Unpacking the risks major event organisers must manage
The Comrades Marathon is one of South Africa’s most enduring symbols of resilience, with thousands of runners taking to the road each year in a display of grit and determination, while millions of spectators watch with pride. Yet the spectacle that unfolds on race day...
Salesforce to transform football fan engagement
Salesforce has announced a landmark partnership, becoming an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America and Europe and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 in North America and the host country Brazil. The multi-tournament partnership brings...
Lenovo powers FIFA World Cup 2026 operations
Lenovo is delivering a near real-time AI-powered infrastructure platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026 to enable ultra-low-latency IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) video distribution in addition to the traditional cable and satellite broadcast, intelligent content...
Mining and banking payouts drive growth
South African dividends increased 75% year on year to R143,2-billion during Q1 2026, says Computershare. The global financial services company says that the increase reflects higher dividend payments from metals and mining companies, as well as banks. The rebound from...