Author: Gugu Lourie

The XRP price may be holding the spotlight with ETF rumors and adoption stories, but the louder excitement is swirling around Rollblock. Traders across multiple communities sense that while Ripple could stabilize here, Rollblock might surge up to 50x this year.  The intensity of the FOMO among investors big and small is setting the stage for one of the boldest moves in 2025… Rollblock (RBLK): FOMO At Fever Pitch Rollblock (RBLK) is shaping up as one of the top crypto projects of 2025, building momentum across Telegram, X, and trading forums. The platform’s edge is simple yet powerful: over 12,000…

The month of September has once again reminded global investors why Bitcoin remains one of the most unpredictable yet rewarding assets. Price swings have tested the nerves of traders worldwide, but for those leveraging BAY Miner Cloud Mining, volatility has become less of a risk and more of an opportunity. With advanced cloud-based infrastructure, investors are now able to generate up to $85,777 in monthly passive income, positioning BAY Miner as one of the most trusted names in the next era of digital wealth creation. September Volatility: Risk for Some, Opportunity for Others In the past, September has proven to…

TaxTim, South Africa’s leading digital tax assistant, has been acquired by a private consortium led by Twofold Capital. The consortium, which includes Stellenbosch-based technology group Octoco, provided a successful exit for TaxTim’s non-operational shareholders and a partial exit for co-founder Evan Robinson, who will remain involved in the business and continue to lead product strategy. The acquisition paves the way for significant product enhancement and expansion into new services, backed by deep technological expertise. “TaxTim has built a trusted brand, a loyal user base, and a track record of solving real customer problems in a market where simplicity and trust…

How can artificial intelligence be harnessed to protect a nation’s soul and ensure its people’s security? The Empire Partner Foundation (EPF) and TechFinancials are posing this critical question for September’s TFS Q&A Competition, offering a R5,000 cash prize for the most innovative answer. The latest challenge in the Solve For X initiative asks: “How can AI protect our heritage and keep our public spaces safer?” This call to action invites students, tech developers, data scientists, and civic-minded innovators to propose practical AI applications. The challenge seeks solutions that could monitor heritage sites for vandalism or decay, analyse data to prevent crime in public areas, or create…

 In response to a dramatic surge in AI-powered banking fraud, the Democratic Alliance (DA) is urgently calling for the establishment of a dedicated Cyber Commissioner to protect South African consumers. This proposal follows the release of the latest South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) report, which revealed that digital banking fraud cases doubled from 2023 to 2024, with financial losses climbing from R1 billion to a staggering R1.4 billion. While overall crime-related losses decreased, the report highlights a worrying trend: sophisticated scams targeting individual customers are becoming increasingly common. Currently, banks have no legal obligation to reimburse victims of…

The South African Competition Commission has unconditionally approved the proposed acquisition of local messaging company SMSPortal by Norway-based LINK Mobility Group Holding ASA. Founded in Cape Town, SMSPortal has become a leader in the cloud communications (CPaaS) industry as it evolve with its ever-changing customer base. For more read: From student entrepreneurs to billion-rand business According to a notice from the regulator, the deal involves LINK Mobility using a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to acquire 100% of SMSPortal. The Commission found that the transaction is “unlikely to substantially lessen or prevent competition in any market” and raised no significant public…

The Reyaga Community project has announced plans for a major shutdown of the industrial suburb of Rosslyn, taking direct aim at automotive giant BMW and the broader industry for what they call entrenched economic exclusion and practices that violate spatial justice. The planned action, detailed in a comprehensive memorandum addressed to BMW and other major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), is backed by a list of urgent demands. These include radical procurement reform, enforceable hiring quotas for local residents, full transparency on supplier contracts and a fundamental overhaul of the industry’s transformation fund. TechFinancials reached out to BMW for comment but…

Vodacom has become the first company to fully operationalise virtual wheeling. The achievement delivers on a power purchase agreement (PPA) with leading independent power producer SOLA Group and provides a replicable blueprint for other corporations to procure renewable electricity. The solution, which leverages an agnostic platform developed by Vodacom subsidiary Mezzanine and renewable energy from SOLA’s solar power plant in the Free State, overcomes the historic barriers that have prevented companies with widespread operations from accessing clean energy. “Executing this innovation is an immensely proud moment for Vodacom South Africa, and highly significant for the country’s future where energy is…

Ericsson has announced the appointment of Sandile Dhlomo as the new Head of Ericsson South Africa, effective 01 September 2025. He will report to Majda Lahlou Kassi, Vice President and Head of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, and will also serve as a member of the regional leadership team. Dhlomo brings extensive expertise to the position, with over two decades of experience in the telecommunications and digital industry across the African continent. His background includes strategic leadership roles in ICT, network consulting, and business development in multiple markets, including Algeria, Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana. The appointment underscores Ericsson’s commitment to…

In a major move to digitise and personalise the customer experience, Famous Brands, Africa’s largest restaurant franchisor, has announced a strategic partnership with MoEngage, a Customer Data and Engagement Platform (CDEP). The collaboration is set to revolutionise how the company’s iconic brands, including Mugg & Bean, Wimpy, and Milky Lane, build customer loyalty and drive repeat business. The initiative focuses on unifying customer data from multiple sources to seamlessly connect digital interactions with in-restaurant transactions. A key objective is to enhance the performance of loyalty programmes by encouraging both the earning and spending of points, creating a continuous and rewarding…