Luke Taylor, a Grade 9 learner at the German International School of Cape Town, fought off fierce competition from over 7,500 entries to become one of only 60 semi-finalists. FULL STORY >

In this week's gaming news round-up: Portal 2 level editor released, PS3 trade-ins, Soul Calibur V and the awesome Brink launch trailer. FULL STORY >

In part two of this week's gaming news round-up: Diablo III beta on the way, Diablo III followers unveiled and new Tekken CGI movie in the works. FULL STORY >

Google reveals its Chromebook notebook offerings along with hardware partners Samsung and Acer. FULL STORY >

MWEB unveils its new WTFast software, helping improve latency and stability for local online gamers. FULL STORY >

Security researchers at Symantec discovers a flaw allowing Facebook apps to leak user data to third party companies and advertisers. FULL STORY >

The fifth game in the Hitman franchise will sport a new game engine, with its storyline heading off in a more personal direction for the first time. FULL STORY >

HP's Just Right IT portfolio includes new server, printer and PC products designed and priced to deliver affordability and value to small businesses. FULL STORY >

Dimension Data refreshes its branding and also renames its Asian subsidiary. FULL STORY >

Google reveals its new Google Music service, allowing users to store and stream their music from the cloud. FULL STORY >

Sony's PlayStation Network and SOE services remain offline as the company scrambles to patch a number of security holes. FULL STORY >

GPU maker Nvidia plans to improve its position in the expanding mobile market by purchasing a baseband and RF technology company Icera. FULL STORY >

YouTube founders Chad Hurley and Steve Chen purchase two tech companies in as many weeks, with the latest purchase being Tap11.com. FULL STORY >

A new device joins Acer's popular Aspire One notebook range, delivering entertainment and usability in a single compact package. FULL STORY >

Microsoft is reportedly making its largest acquisition in recent years, with the company planning to buy Skype for a whopping $8.5 billion. FULL STORY >