SA has become the first country to register a patent for an invention created by an AI
Recently, an AI received a patent in South Africa for a product it invented. Dabus, the Device for the Autonomous Bootstrapping of Unified Sentience, developed an interlocking container based on fractal geometry, all using its own “intuition” to do so. The AI is, of course, a non-legal entity and has no rights, nor the ability […]
Apple Pay has arrived for FNB customers
Virtual and physical cards can be loaded onto the contactless payment system. FNB customers can now make use of Apple Pay. According to the bank, they have been working around the clock for months to bring this functionality to account holders. In South Africa, Discovery Bank, Absa and Nedbank beat them to the chase by […]
You have to check out these 4 South African cosmetic brands!
Some of them even compete with top international brands. If you love makeup and cosmetics, you’ll be pleased to hear that South Africa has a few brands that are major competitors in this industry. Some local brands are so popular that they even compete with top international makeup producers! We have listed 5 unique South […]
Reebok reinvents their Kamikaze sneaker
Check out the fiery Reebok Kamikaze II. Reebok has released images of a new sneaker they have dropped in selected countries. It’s called the Reebok Kamikaze II and it features a hot, flashy red pattern all over the uppers. The brand first released their Kamikaze brand in 2020, but it didn’t really take off until […]
Olympic gold medalist knits beautiful creations as he waits for his turn to compete
Tom Daley has been knitting and crocheting since 2020. A picture of an Olympic medalist, Tom Daley, has gone viral and not for the reasons you might expect. This athlete was spotted knitting a purplish creation while watching the women’s 3m springboard diving final. The photo was first released by the British Olympic Team on […]
Here are 5 Cape Town bars you definitely want to visit
After the alcohol ban, they need your support. During South Africa’s level 4 lockdown, which only recently ended, alcohol was banned yet again. The industry was already on its knees and had to endure another stretch without income for just over a month. Luckily, the ban has been lifted and the sale of alcohol is […]
Recently got vaccinated? Wimpy will give you a free coffee!
Just take your vaccination card to them. Wimpy restaurants all over the country have decided to reward those who have gotten their COVID-19 vaccination. They are giving everyone that has received their jabs a free coffee! All you need to do is visit your nearest Wimpy and show them your vaccination card. In a statement, […]
The Western Cape is now the epicentre of the third wave of COVID-19 infections
29% of all new infections now come from this province. The Western Cape has officially surpassed Gauteng as the epicentre of the third wave of COVID-19 infections. For the majority of this wave, Gauteng was hit hard by new infections and hospitalizations. Now, the Western Cape is responsible for 29% of all new Coronavirus infections […]
More Zuma-related riots on the cards on 10 August
Police are worried that stolen ammunition may be used by protesters. Over the weekend, reports have emerged that pro-Zuma supporters are planning yet another round of riots on the 10th of August. The ex-president is set to appear in court on that day. Police have voiced their concern that stolen ammunition might be used by […]
Kanye’s “Donda” is set to release on 6 August
He recently moved into the Mercedes Stadium to finish the long-awaited, much-delayed album. According to one of Kanye West’s representatives, the new date for the release of his album, “Donda” is now set for 6 August. The album was initially set to release last week after being delayed by more than a year. Kanye hosted […]
