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South Africa’s MTI Bitcoin scam leaders face jail, massive fines
Jan 10, 2024 · Masterminds of South Africa’s biggest pyramid scheme in history could lose millions, face jailtime. By Jan Vermeulen. The promoters and directors of Mirror Trading International could face criminal prosecution and significant civil penalties, Barnard Incorporated Attorneys senior associate Pieter Walters has told MyBroadband.
Alphabet’s Q3 earnings surge on cloud growth and AI success
Oct 30, 2024 · The Other Bets division remains unprofitable, losing $1.1 billion in the quarter, but Alphabet has been working to narrow those losses. Ruth Porat, Alphabet’s former longtime CFO who famously instilled a greater spirit of fiscal discipline in the company, recently transitioned into a new role as president and chief investment officer.
The Economist: Why Microsoft’s Excel won’t die - BizNews
Oct 16, 2024 · Microsoft Excel, the go-to tool for financial analysts and consultants, turns 40 this month. Known for its versatility in everything from pricing assets to analyzing company data, it has remained a staple despite the rise of competitors like Google Sheets.
Ivo Vegter on US election 2024: High stakes for South Africa
Nov 5, 2024 · The 2024 US presidential election is a critical event with potential global consequences. Both Trump and Harris represent polarized visions for America’s future, affecting not only US citizens but also international trade partners, including South Africa.
Starlink breakthrough could open up Musk’s financial muscle in SA
Sep 25, 2024 · Extended transcript of the interview ___STEADY_PAYWALL___. Linda van Tilburg (0:00) It seems a new bromance is developing between Cyril Ramaphosa and Elon Musk. Footage released by the GCIS of their meeting shows them quite at ease with each other.
Steven Hurwitz on Naspers CEO’s 100-day report: AI ... - BizNews
Oct 22, 2024 · BizNews Reporter. In a recent interview with Alec Hogg on the BizNews Briefing podcast, Steven Hurwitz of 36One Asset Management discussed Naspers’ new CEO, Fabricio Bloisi, and the company’s current strategy.
Experiencing slow Gmail? Here’s why your inbox might be
Oct 30, 2024 · Many Gmail users have reported sluggish performance and connectivity issues today, October 30, 2024. According to a response by Elon Musk’ X.com AI chatbot Grok, the slowdown is likely due to widespread technical issues, with some speculation around server overloads, maintenance, or glitches.
Patrick McLaughlin: ANC remains determined to execute on NHI
Oct 20, 2024 · The ANC’s push for a National Health Insurance (NHI) system is facing mounting resistance from the public and healthcare professionals. Concerns about rising taxes, the exclusion of private medical aid, and the financial sustainability of the plan are central to …
Volkswagen to close factories, cut wages as auto crisis deepens
Oct 29, 2024 · Volkswagen faces an unprecedented crisis, planning factory closures, job cuts, and wage reductions to stabilize operations. Europe’s largest automaker proposes a 10% wage cut for around 140,000 German workers, fueling unrest. Management aims to control escalating expenses amid VW’s struggle to ...