Twitch CEO clarifies mass layoffs at streaming company
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy released a statement publicly addressing the mass layoffs at the company. Here’s what he said.
Technology
Technology
X (formerly Twitter) removes NFT profile pictures
X, the social media giant formerly known as Twitter, has officially discontinued its support for NFT profile pictures.
Technology
SoundCloud bosses reportedly entertaining $1 billion offer to sell streaming platform
SoundCloud is rumoured to be in talks for a sale, with a staggering $1 billion price tag catching the industry’s eye.
Gaming
Arion Kurtaj: ‘GTA 6’ hacker smacked with life in hospital prison
Last year, Arion Kurtaj revved up the cyber world, breaking into Rockstar Games and leaking a trove of GTA 6 gameplay videos.
Gaming
GTA Online: New festive holiday gifts to look out for
GTA Online celebrates the holidays with a bang! Don’t miss the free Snowball Launcher and festive hats, plus the latest on GTA 6’s launch window.
Technology
X (formerly Twitter) outage on Thursday, 21 December 2023: Here’s everything we know
X (formerly Twitter) suffered a global outage on Thursday, 21 December 2023. Here is everything we can confirm at this time.
Gaming
PlayStation fans vote ‘Spider-Man 2’ PS5 Game of the Year
In a web of wins, ‘Spider-Man 2’ clinches the PS5 Game of the Year title, praised for its immersive story, graphics, sound, and accessibility.
News
SA govt warns citizens of serious consequences for joining IDF army in Gaza war
The SA government has warned its citizens about the legal consequences of joining the IDF army amid the escalating Gaza conflict.
Technology
Emerging technologies 2023: Insights from the World Economic Forum report
The World Economic Forum’s 2023 report highlights these ten emerging technologies that are set to significantly impact society in the future.
Movies
‘Rick and Morty: The Anime’: Cast, release date, synopsis, trailer
“Rick and Morty: The Anime,” directed by Takashi Sano, is set for a 2024 release, featuring Yōhei Tadano and Keisuke Chiba, and promises fresh adventures with a unique anime twist.
Crime
Boitekong mass shooting kills nine: Here’s everything we know
A devastating mass shooting in Boitekong, a township near Rustenburg, claimed the lives of nine individuals and injured eight others.
News
Jacob Zuma launches scathing attack on ANC with the launch of uMkhonto Wesizwe Party
Jacob Zuma shifting political allegiances, endorses the MK Party for the 2024 elections, a departure from his historical ties with the ANC.
Technology
Twitch reverses its ‘artistic nudity’ policy amid backlash
Twitch backtracks on its artistic nudity policy, reinforcing its stance against nudity on the platform.
International
Ice Spice named second-most Googled artist in 2023
Ice Spice emerged as the second most-Googled artist in 2023.
International
Nicki Minaj declines Kanye West request to clear ‘New Body’ [video]
Nicki Minaj declined Kanye West’s request to clear “New Body” for his upcoming album ‘Vultures’, following the release of her new album.
News
Mavuso Msimang reverses decision to resign from ANC
The controversy began when Fikile Mbalula, speaking at an event, implied that veterans like Mavuso Msimang were being bribed to leave the ANC.
Viral News
Mississippi 10-year-old boy gets probation for peeing in public
The 10-year-old boy from Senatobia was ordered to serve a three-month probation and write a two-page paper on Kobe Bryant.
Technology
Here are Netflix’s Top 10 most-watched shows in first half of 2023
Here are the top 10 most-watched shows on Netflix from January to June 2023.
Gaming
Twitch unveils final 2023 update: Discover what’s new
Twitch’s latest update introduces a revamped Discovery Feed, Twitch Recap Shelf, the new Stream Together feature, and more.
International
Megan Thee Stallion triples down on who shot her amid new developments in Tory Lanez’s appeal
On Instagram Live, Megan Thee Stallion insisted Tory Lanez shot her and questioned Kelsey Harris’s silence amid a shocking letter from the mysterious bodyguard.
International
Footage of Jonathan Majors running from Grace Jabbari made public [video]
New surveillance video sheds light on the altercation between Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari. The footage captures a physical scuffle and a subsequent chase.
Cape Town Buzz
SANParks rolls out safety plan to secure Table Mountain trails
SANParks has enhanced safety at Table Mountain National Park with these new measures to secure trails during the festive season.
Movies
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ movie: The cast, plot, release date, trailer [video]
Kung Fu Panda 4 presents Po’s evolution from an unlikely kung-fu warrior to a masterful teacher, leading him to his next adventure.
Technology
OpenAI partners with Axel Springer to ‘curate’ news in real-time
OpenAI collaborates with Axel Springer to enhance journalism with AI, integrating global news content into ChatGPT.
Crime
Watch: Burglars pillage fast food outlet at Lyttelton Shopping Centre [video]
Video captures burglars raiding a fast food outlet at Lyttelton Shopping Centre on Wednesday morning.
Crime
Kirsten Kluyts murder: State prosecutors add rape to Bafana Mahungela charge sheet
Bafana Mahungela, initially charged with the murder of Kirsten Kluyts, now faces additional rape and robbery charges.
Crime
Police release images of suspect behind Mhala cash-in-transit heist
A dramatic cash-in-transit heist in Mhala sparks a manhunt as authorities seek public assistance.
Gaming
E3: The legendary gaming expo permanently cancelled
The iconic Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) has been permanently cancelled. The ESA announced the end of this landmark event, marking the close of a significant chapter in gaming history.
International
Watch live: Kanye West premieres ‘Vultures’ album at Miami rave [video]
Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign kicked off their ‘Vultures’ live stream in Miami, FL. Watch it live right here.
Local
Zahara fans call for DJ Sbu’s head after singer dies with unresolved financial woes
Zahara had openly accused DJ Sbu and TS Records of failing to pay her due royalties, specifically for her successful ‘Loliwe’ album.