Tech Central news updates “South Africas best technology journalism”. Visit Tech Central website here or see the feed summary below.
- Beyond Trump tariffs: the real threat to Cape Town’s film industryProposals by US filmmakers could lead to studios and production houses returning more of their operations to American soil. Read more »
- Is Google’s search empire crumbling? AI signals concernInvestors have long fretted over risks posed by AI to Google's search business. The threat has became much more immediate. Read more »
- Spar says it’s gaining ground in on-demand groceries warRetailer Spar has claimed it is making significant headway, especially in townships and more rural parts of South Africa. Read more »
- R7-million ATM ‘software heist’ in South AfricaSuspects allegedly used “specialised software” to steal about R7-million in cash from Western Cape ATMs. Read more »
- Apple Silicon road map expands to AI servers and smart glassesApple’s silicon design group is working on new chips that will serve as the brains for future devices. Read more »
- TCL unveils Mini LED TVs with new HVA panels and Halo Control technologyTCL Electronics has unveiled its 2025 Mini LED TVs in South Africa, delivering unbeatable performance and value. Read more »
- Notorious ransomware group gets a taste of its own medicineThe ransom-seeking cybercriminals behind the extortion group Lockbit appear to have suffered a breach of their own. Read more »
- Post Office has cost taxpayers R10-billion in 10 yearsThe struggling South African Post Office has once again received a temporary lifeline from government. Read more »
- Scopa gives Sita a grillingThe State IT Agency's paper-based accounting systems have opened the door to corruption, parliament has heard. Read more »
- Bill Gates to give away $200-billion in next 20 yearsBill Gates pledged on Thursday to give away $200-billion via his foundation by 2045. He also lashed out at Elon Musk. Read more »
Daily Live is updated with the latest
news from Tech Central find out how to keep this page updated.