Latest News & Developments
mark zuckerberg
How Trump's tariffs impact South Africa's billionaires and threaten thousands of jobs
Donald Trump’s trade tariffs protected South Africa’s richest but put thousands of jobs at risk in one of the world’s most unequal countries.
Donald Trump's tariffs cause a $208 billion loss for the world's richest, including Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos
On April 3, President Trump's new tariffs triggered a staggering $208 billion (around R3. 97 trillion) loss for the world's 500 richest individuals.
Elon Musk's political shift: From green energy advocate to MAGA supporter
Explore Elon Musk's dramatic political shift from a pro-green energy advocate to a key player in the MAGA movement, and uncover the implications of his influence on American politics.
Meet the superbillionaires: A new class of the ultra-rich emerges in 2025
In a groundbreaking shift of global wealth dynamics, 2025 witnesses the emergence of an exclusive club of 24 individuals whose personal fortunes exceed $50 billion each, with Elon Musk topping the list at over $400 billion.
Liberalism’s Frankenstein: How it helped create and empower the billionaire class
This analysis reveals how liberalism's long-standing role as capitalism's gatekeeper may have created the very monster it now fears - an unleashed billionaire class that no longer needs its services.
Instagram courts TikTok stars during turbulent times
After officially increasing the allowed length of videos and adding a new editing tool, Meta recently began letting TikTok creators earn as much as $5,000 over the course of three months for posting ‘Reels’ to Facebook and Instagram.
The dynamics that polarise us on social media are about to get worse
Zuckerberg claims these changes promote “free expression”. But some experts worry he’s bowing to right-wing political pressure
Trump's return: Lessons for South Africa's energy crisis
As Donald Trump returns to the US presidency with bold energy policies, South Africa faces critical decisions about its energy future.
'Good luck to your organisation’s reputation!': Fans react to Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig attending Trump's inauguration
Fans of the prestigious Miss Universe organisation expressed how disappointed they are that the reigning beauty queen was at Trump's inaugartion and claimed that they are contradicting what their values about women empowerment say.
Musk, Zuckerberg, Bezos | Tech billionaires take centre stage at Donald Trump's inauguration
Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos were amongst the tech titans at Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Donald Trump pledges 'golden age' on being sworn in as US president
US President Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in as the the 47th president of the United States. Trump was set to kickstart his new term with a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars.
Triumphant Trump set for return to power
Donald Trump prepares to make American political history as he returns to the presidency, promising sweeping changes and a 'golden age' in an unprecedented indoor inauguration ceremony. From executive orders to international relations, here's what to expect as the 47th president takes office.
Oligarchy unmasked? Mark Zuckerberg follows Elon Musk, dives into right-wing politics, kissing the ring and bowing to Donald Trump
Tech bros are falling over each other in an effort to cozy up to president-elect Donald Trump.
US tech moguls shift right: Zuckerberg, Musk and Bezos to reportedly attend Trump inauguration
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg will reportedly attend Donald Trump's inauguration, further highlighting the tech moguls' efforts to develop closer ties with the incoming president.
Facebook owner Meta abandons racial diversity programmes amid right-wing shift
Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg has been moving aggressively to reconcile with Donald Trump since his election in November.
Zuckerberg's censorship claim 'false': International Fact-Checking Network
Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg's claim that the fact-checking programme on Facebook and Instagram has veered into censorship is "false", the International Fact-Checking Network said.
Celebrating love: Mark Zuckerberg teams up with T-Pain for a unique anniversary gift
The duo’s rendition of the 2002 track is a gift for the Facebook founder’s wife Pricilla Chan to celebrate their 21st wedding anniversary.
Billionaires and CEOs kiss the ring as Trump sweeps to power
As the dust settles and the world takes stock of this new reality it seems prudent to see what the world's business leaders and billionaires say about Trump’s victory.
The role of media in a BRICS context
One of the primary ways in which the media shapes global narratives is through the stories it chooses to tell and the voices it amplifies, writes Masibongwe Sihlahla.
US lawmakers press Meta over illicit drug ads
A letter signed by 19 lawmakers pressed for details about such ads given disturbing reports by the Tech Transparency Project and the Wall Street Journal.
Mark Zuckerberg, AI's 'open source' evangelist
The company maintains total control over its Instagram and Facebook platforms, leaving little to no leeway for outside developers or researchers to tinker around.
Meta unveils next generation AI models with enhanced capabilities
Meta on Thursday unveiled a new smarter and faster AI assistant.
How big tech is shaping the future media landscape
Since the advent of social media, humanity has felt both the negative and positive effects of big tech companies. With the EU seeking to clamp them down, a media expert weighs in on big tech;s influence in South Africa.
US Senate to vote on Tik Tok ban
All eyes are on the US Senate as they decide on the fate of Tik Tok in America after its House of Representatives approved a bill on that would force the media giant to sever ties with its Chinese parent company or be banned in the United States.