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Imagine Gugu Lourie, the South African columnist known for dissecting business, tech, and policy, suddenly thrust into a Black Mirror episode, where his very existence depends on a monthly subscription. It’s not as far-fetched as it sounds. The dystopian anthology Black Mirror, created by Charlie Brooker, has long been a chilling reflection of our tech-obsessed society. In its seventh season, the show takes aim at subscription-based living, a reality already creeping into our daily lives. For someone like Gugu, who analyses the intersections of commerce and digital life, this premise hits close to home. The Subscription Trap: A Frightening New Normal From…
As the 25-year standoff between Vodacom and Please Call Me inventor Nkosana Makate drags on, concerns mount over delays in justice and the power imbalance in South Africa’s legal system. Commentators argue that those with deeper pockets are able to exploit endless appeals, raising broader questions about access to justice. Tech Financials founder Gugu Lourie weighs in on what this case means for innovation and legal fairness. Watch Interview below: GUGU LOURIE: It’s time to end Vodacom’s 25-year battle against Makate After nine court losses, Vodacom continues engaging in legal manoeuvres while Nkosana Makate waits for fair compensation BL Premium 13…