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SpaceX snaps up xAI in push to move AI into space

SpaceX’s acquisition of xAI is intended to accelerate the build-out of large-scale computing infrastructure, including space-based data centres.

Amazon Leo signals year-end availability of services in SA

The tech giant plans to offer its low-Earth orbit satellite service in SA later this year, through local licensed partners.

Photoshopped images of Ntshavheni land on X

Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni condemns the photoshopping of her X account with vulgar images and misinformation, describing it as distasteful and shameful.

Starlink crowdsources support to operate in SA

The low-Earth orbit satellite provider mobilises its SA database to pressure regulator ICASA into accepting alternative empowerment compliance.

Political pushback against Malatsi BEE leniency for Starlink entry

The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, the EFF and the ANC call for the immediate withdrawal of minister Solly Malatsi’s BEE policy direction.

Vodacom forges partnership with Starlink to connect Africa

Under the deal, Vodacom will be authorised to resell Starlink equipment and services to enterprise and small business customers in Africa.

ITWeb TV: Q-KON readies to fill gaps from Starlink licence impasse

The company is preparing to launch consumer satellite broadband in SA, leveraging Eutelsat OneWeb while addressing gaps Starlink’s current model leaves unserved.

SpaceX affirms support for SA’s empowerment laws

The firm welcomes the policy directing the spectrum regulator to explore alternative solutions to expand broadband access.

Trump is asking nicely that you use America's non-woke AI

The “Visionary AI Action Plan” touted by US president Donald Trump shows America wants to win in AI by distorting the market.

Profit-taking cools Bitcoin rally

Despite the dip, analysts and major investment houses remain confident the bullish momentum is not over.

Bulk volume submissions on proposed EEIPs in ICT sector

The draft policy direction on the role of equity equivalent investment programmes in the ICT sector receives over 19 000 submissions in the public consultation process.

Bitcoin sets new record amid global uncertainty

The crypto-currency’s new record high is being driven by buyers seeking a hedge against a weaker US dollar amid geopolitical risk.