ABC News reports on Sophia, a robot with human features that has been granted citizenship during this week in Saudi Arabia. It was soon met with backlash, however, seeing that the robot, Sophia, is said to now have more rights... FULL STORY >

Following Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba's recent mid-term budget announcements, Viresh Harduth, VP: New Customer Acquisition (Start up and Small Business) at Sage Africa & Middle East, reflects on what it means for local... FULL STORY >

A far better all-round offering than its predecessor, the Moto Z2 Play is a solid smartphone sans Moto Mods. FULL STORY >

Smart cities are on the rise around the world - an opportunity to integrate advanced Critical Communications infrastructures, says ETELM director. FULL STORY >

Mastercard has announced a collaboration with South African fintech company Yoco to roll out 15 000 mobile Point of Sale (mPOS) devices to small and medium-sized businesses by... FULL STORY >

EuroQuity, an online investment platform that connects startup companies with over a thousand international investors, has joined SAVCA and AVCA to partner with AfricArena to bring investment heavyweights to Cape Town, South... FULL STORY >

In a big leap forward for transparency, Twitter will now disclose the sources behind advertising campaigns, including for political ads and issue-based ads. FULL STORY >

Cognosec AB, a leading supplier of cyber security solutions with operations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, has completed its acquisition of Intact Software Distribution. FULL STORY >

The Japanese company's robot dog could be getting a refresh, according to reports. FULL STORY >

If you want to compete with the big boys, you can’t just step into the ring and think you’re going to knock them out. FULL STORY >

Google’s next big thing, the Pixel 2 XL, has ran into some troubles, with reports stating that some of the 6” displays are experiencing screen burn. FULL STORY >

The recent launch of Dell’s Learning Labs in Diepsloot combines renewable energy, community involvement and an innovative approach to bringing technology to disadvantaged areas. FULL STORY >

Entries for Startupbootcamp InsurTech close on 29 October 2017. InsurTech startups looking to turn their new venture into a high growth business are advised to apply to this London based accelerator programme. FULL STORY >

Mastercard has debuted No.14 on the Fortune Future 50 list as leaders in the world of innovative and forward-looking companies. FULL STORY >

The Global Transparency Initiative is part of Kaspersky Lab’s aim in assuring the integrity and trustworthiness of its products in service of its corporate mission: protecting customers from cyberthreats. FULL STORY >