Author: Thurgood Mashiane

As part of the second Moscow Startup Summit, international thought leaders discussed how artificial intelligence, robotics and new approaches to leadership will transform business and society. Leadership expert and bestselling author Robin Sharma presented his vision of leadership in the age of AI, Carlo Rovelli, Professor at Aix-Marseille University, spoke about the role of uncertainty in generating new ideas, while Ling Shao, President and Chief AI Officer of Terminus Group, outlined key areas for the development of robotics and physical AI. Three Perspectives on the Future Robin Sharma spoke about the role of leaders in the age of artificial intelligence.…

Spek combines algorithms with AI to analyze thousands of keywords, study competitors, and plan an app’s next move. Its self-learning agents track the results and adapt the strategy, turning every update into the starting point for the next. Spek is introducing self-learning ASO agents designed to turn app market research into an ongoing strategy for growth on the App Store. Rather than treating keyword selection as a one-time task, the agents examine where an app can realistically compete and use that research to guide its next update. As visibility and rankings change, the process is designed to carry what the…

If you spend your days in HR, people ops, or talent, you already know the feeling: the tooling landscape never sits still. Every quarter brings a new category, a new acronym, and a dozen tools promising to fix the same problem. Most of them blur together. A few are genuinely worth your time. This is the fourth installment in our hidden gems series. As before, we went looking for tools that sit in less obvious corners of the HR and workforce stack, the ones that rarely make the big analyst grids but quietly make a People team’s week easier. Some…

Thank You for Connecting with Us. Let’s Turn Conversations into Opportunities. Intrasia Management (IMML) extends its sincere thanks to everyone who visited our booth at Money Expo India 2026, held on 29–30 August at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. It was a pleasure meeting investors, entrepreneurs, forex professionals and business leaders who took the time to connect with our team. The event provided an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss international business opportunities and explore solutions for establishing and expanding businesses globally. We truly appreciate the valuable conversations, new connections and opportunities that came from…

Western product designers love to build for high-end smartphones connected to uncapped home fiber. It is an easy trap to fall into when working out of offices in London or San Francisco where gigabit internet is the default. Take that exact same software stack, run it on an entry-level Android handset on the outskirts of Lusaka or Ndola, and the entire experience falls apart. In Southern Africa, the digital reality is brutally practical. Cellular data is expensive, phone storage fills up quickly, and network signals fluctuate constantly between spotty 3G and congested 4G. According to connectivity research in the GSMA…

The promise of global e-commerce is often undermined by the physics of local banking. While a consumer in Johannesburg can view a product listing from a merchant in Seattle in milliseconds, the financial transaction required to settle that trade often takes three to five business days. For merchants, this latency is not merely an inconvenience but a conversion killer. Industry data consistently shows that cross-border checkout abandonment rates hover between 15% and 20% when local payment preferences are not met or when foreign exchange (FX) hurdles trigger fraud flags. E-commerce is global; payment infrastructure often isn’t We operate in a…

Crypto payment infrastructure expanded in 2026: the gateway market reached $2.39 billion, retail volume is projected at $600 billion, and stablecoin volume is set to exceed $33 trillion. Blockchain rails settle transfers in minutes rather than the 2–5 days typical of SWIFT, while encryption and final settlement protect data and remove chargeback risk. A crypto payment gateway lets merchants accept these transactions securely by routing data, locking rates, monitoring confirmations, and settling funds. The best crypto payment gateway for high-volume businesses in 2026 is NOWPayments. It supports 30+ stablecoins and 300+ digital assets, with deposit fees from 0.3% to 1.5%…

South Africa’s gambling market has outgrown the paperwork era. A regulator can no longer rely on licence files and public complaints while betting moves through phones at high speed. Gross gambling revenue reached R74.9 billion in 2024/25, according to the National Gambling Board. Betting accounted for 70% of that figure. Taxes and levies reached R5.8 billion. The same report said the sector contributed 0.83% of GDP. Those numbers explain why digital compliance now belongs at the centre of the gambling economy. The Verification Problem Casino comparison sites have gained a larger role because gambling now starts with research as much…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, August 17, 2026: The FIFA World Cup delivered another huge moment for the betting industry, but for operators the bigger test may be what happens after the final whistle. The expanded 2026 tournament generated exceptional betting activity, with attention now turning to whether operators can retain customers who signed up or became more active during the World Cup. That question is particularly relevant in South Africa, where bettors have a growing choice of locally regulated platforms. Betting.za.com has identified six brands that offer enough beyond major football tournaments to compete year-round: 10bet, Hollywoodbets, YesPlay, ZARbet, SuperSportBet and…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, August 17, 2026 — At the start of 2026, SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za identified a group of gambling brands it expected to stand out in the South African market over the course of the year. With Q3 now underway, six of those operators remain firmly on the site’s radar: 10bet, Hollywoodbets, YesPlay, ZARbet, SuperSportBet and EasyBet. The original selections were based on factors such as local licensing, game range, sportsbook depth, mobile usability, promotions, payment options and the overall experience offered to South African players. More than seven months later, each of the six still has a clear reason for…

We spend a great deal of time in this country talking about what we ship. Platinum, coal, citrus, vehicles. Every month the trade figures are dissected on these pages and others, and every month a growing export goes unmeasured, because it never passes through a port. It is the working time of skilled South Africans, sold to employers in the United Kingdom and paid for in pounds. Paid in pounds, spent in rand The mechanics are simple. A London fintech hires an accountant in Johannesburg. She keeps her flat, her medical aid and her Sunday braai. Her salary is funded…

Vancouver, British Columbia (PinionNewswire) Agreement expands access to physician-led virtual care for eligible Medicare and commercial health plan members of a major National insurer in New York State. Eligible out-of-state members from the plan traveling in New York can now access Rocket Doctor’s in-network physician services through a national reciprocal network program (subject to individual plan benefits).  Expansion supports Rocket Doctor’s strategy of increasing reimbursed patient access through established insurance networks. Rocket Doctor AI Inc. (CSE: AIDR, OTC: AIRDF, Frankfurt: 939) (“Rocket Doctor AI” or the “Company”) today announced that doctors using the digital health platform and marketplace of its…

Financial literacy is the capacity to comprehend and plan with money in everyday life. It involves budgeting, saving, borrowing, the use of financial products, and planning for the future. According to the FDIC’s Money Smart program, financial education is a tool to develop financial skills and form healthy banking habits. There is no correlation between life’s financial literacy and high earnings. It starts with awareness: understanding where and how much money is going, and the choices that are making it either more secure or more precarious. Someone who knows about money is able to make calmer decisions, not get into…

Vancouver, British Columbia (PinionNewswire) In-house production strengthens ZenaDrone’s path to Blue UAS Certification as federal restrictions on Chinese-made drones open a significant market opportunity for compliant American manufacturers. ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drones, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, announces that its U.S.-based subsidiary ZenaDrone has commenced flight testing of its custom-designed printed circuit boards (PCBs) at its UAE manufacturing and testing facility, integrating the proprietary boards directly into its ZenaDrone 1000 and IQ Nano drone platforms. The boards are designed…

Morrisville, NC (PinionNewswire) 374Water’s 2026 first half revenue exceeds $2.8M, more than doubling the Company’s revenue for the same period last year. 374Water Inc. (NASDAQ:SCWO) (“374Water” or the “Company”), a leading cleantech environmental services company deploying supercritical water oxidation technology for the permanent destruction of organic waste including PFAS through its proprietary AirSCWO™ technology, today provided a business update in advance of reporting its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. The Company will release its complete financial results on August 14, 2026. 374Water, Inc. is a B2i Digital Featured Company. See the company’s in-depth profile at:…

TAMPA, FL  GLP-1 agonist drugs now available Integration of online store CorexaRx.com into Health Lives Here app now complete Medical foods Forzet™ & Galectovid™, and dietary supplement Tollovid® now available Revenue stabilized above $600,000 for July 2026 amid rebranding as pharmacy prepares to expand through the launch of Health Lives Here app with NFL Alumni Health DataMeds AI, Inc. (NASDAQ:MEDS) (“DataMeds AI,” “DataMEDS,” or the “Company”), an integrated healthcare company leveraging its Health IT infrastructure and artificial intelligence platform EinsteinRx™ combined with blockchain-enabled smart contracts platform PharmacyChain™ to provide integrated solutions for the compliant delivery of healthcare and monetization of…

Fort Lauderdale, FL  Algorhythm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIME), a leading provider of AI-powered logistics solutions, today announced that it will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 on Friday, August 14, 2026. Algorhythm Holdings, Inc. is a B2i Digital Featured Company. See the company’s in-depth profile at: https://b2idigital.com/algorhythm-holdings-1 Algorhythm Holdings (NASDAQ: RIME) will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 on Friday, August 14, 2026. About Algorhythm Holdings Algorhythm Holdings, Inc. is a leading AI technology company focused on the growth and development of SemiCab, an emerging leader in the…

Choosing the best executive search firm for a CTO hire starts with hard data. In Q2 2026, 263 mega-rounds absorbed 81 percent of global venture funding, while total deal count fell to a ten-year low, CB Insights reports. At the same time, only 44 percent of CEOs say their CIOs are truly AI-savvy, according to Gartner. Capital is concentrated, AI talent is scarce, and a mis-hire burns both. We solved the noise problem. Our team scored dozens of firms on technical depth, stage fit, evidence transparency, partner time, diversity, global reach and proprietary tools – flagging each metric as independent,…

In South Africa, OOH is a business of geography. This means that the corridors carrying billboards in South Africa (arterial freeways, national routes, and inner-city networks) funnel the country’s population past a finite number of sites every day. South Africa runs the most developed OOH market on the continent, and it is competitive enough that reach alone no longer justifies a rate card. To create impactful brand campaigns, understanding where the corridors are and how audiences behave along them is what enables premium-selling inventory to deliver results. Major national OOH routes If you plan OOH at national scale, everything starts…

A quick platform check before claiming any gambling offer: What must be done before winnings can be withdrawn? Is the platform clear about deposits, verification and payout times? Does the bonus apply to all games or only selected titles? Are limits, cooling-off tools and account controls visible? Is the app secure enough to handle money and identity data? Does the offer create information, or does it create urgency? Online gambling is usually marketed as entertainment. For a TechFinancials audience, the more useful way to read it is as a digital finance product with entertainment layered on top. A casino app…

Mobile now drives the majority of real-money gambling activity in South Africa, and the app you choose matters almost as much as the bonus you claim. A generous welcome offer means little if the app itself lags on a mid-range phone or eats through your data bundle in a single session. We’ve ranked the strongest real money gambling apps currently available to South African players, based on bonus value, app performance, and how well each operator actually handles a mobile deposit and withdrawal from start to finish. Top 10 Real Money Gambling Apps in South Africa 2026 Rank Operator App…

Lagos, Nigeria, July 21, 2026 — Inveslo is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Ajimoko as its Country Manager for Nigeria, effective 1st July 2026, marking an important step in the company’s continued growth across key African markets. Benjamin brings strong industry experience in business development, partnerships, sales leadership, client relationship management, and regional market expansion within the financial markets sector. Over the course of his career, he has held senior and leadership roles with organizations including OneRoyal, MultiBank Nigeria, Scope Markets, ICM Capital, HubNob Trading, and other market-focused ventures. In his new role, Benjamin will lead Inveslo’s local…

Online gaming has become more accessible, giving players the option to enjoy casino-style entertainment from home. With many platforms available, choosing the right one depends on understanding what makes a reliable south african online casino both engaging and trustworthy. From game variety to payment options, each factor plays a role in the overall experience. Game Variety and Quality One of the first things users notice is the range of games available. A strong platform typically offers a mix of slot games, table options like blackjack and roulette, and live dealer experiences. Variety matters because different players have different preferences, and…

A growing number of young South Africans are getting their first taste of “the markets” not from a bank, a broker, or a financial adviser, but from a video on TikTok or Instagram. The app that follows looks like modern fintech: a clean dashboard, a portfolio tab, a colour palette borrowed straight from budgeting apps. What it delivers, in a lot of cases, is closer to a fast, repeatable bet than a considered financial decision. This isn’t an argument against trading or investing. Millions of South Africans build wealth responsibly through JSE shares, unit trusts, and retirement products, and none…

Nairobi, Kenya (PinionNewswire) — The Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC) continues to strengthen Kenya’s position as Africa’s leading destination for global capital by certifying a new cohort of firms spanning digital finance, climate and carbon markets, artificial intelligence, investment management, healthcare, fintech and capital markets innovation. The latest certifications add to the NIFC’s rapidly expanding and increasingly diverse portfolio of firms choosing Kenya as their platform for investment, innovation and regional expansion. Collectively, these firms are expected to mobilise over US$200 million in investment across strategic sectors of the economy while creating more than 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, reflecting…