Growth came mainly from low-margin Microsoft and Sage distribution, and flat costs did the rest.
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MultiChoice revenue fell 3% like for like in the first nine months, though the decline eased in the third quarter.
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South Africa’s big financial firms call artificial intelligence a growth driver, yet benefits are rarely tracked properly.
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Broadcaster-only election rules leave South Africa exposed to the AI-driven disinformation already shaping votes elsewhere.
As the so-called Magnificent Seven pour billions into AI, the chip makers selling them hardware are getting rich.
Altron’s continuing-ops Heps is now seen rising 31-37%, with group-level outlook upgraded more meaningfully.
JSE-listed Datatec expects headline earnings per share to rise more than 50% for the year ended 28 February 2026.
A generation of software engineers who never develop foundational competencies has become a genuine concern.
Adjusted earnings per share more than tripled to R1.80, with consumer and enterprise segments leading growth.
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The Russian operation used fake social media accounts enhanced by AI to spread propaganda.
Microsoft intends to offer iPhones to its employees in China, citing the absence of Android services in the country.
Meta Platforms has worked with Vodafone Group to free up capacity on the latter’s mobile networks.
Technology companies from Microsoft to Qualcomm are embarking on a marketing blitz for a new type of computer.
Several international airlines recently cancelled flights into certain US airports over concerns the roll-out of 5G mobile communication technology.
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