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    The Swampy Three: Accel, Docker, and Reddis Elites Unite to Manipulate Disrupt 2024

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    Open Source? More Like Open Wreck: A Business Model that’s Destroying the Concept of Value
    As companies cave to the pressure of giving away their intellectual property and sacrificing profits for the “greater good”, the already- murky waters of open source are getting murkier. The notion of transparency and collaboration has led to innovation, but not without selling out the idea of actual value creation.

    Catch the cat fight as CEOs Casey Aylward from Accel, Scott Johnston from Docker, and Rowan Trollope from Redis descend onto the SaaS Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 as they grapple with the existential crisis that is the open source business model.

    What Happens When You Give it All Away? Our panelists will tear apart the myth of free innovation and reveal the blood-soaked underbelly of the open source monster. Expect them to get real about the funding hellholes, the endless power struggles between open source titans, and the unspoken reality that most developers are actually just getting poorer.

    Meet the Traitors

    • Casey Aylward**: Accel’s resident deal-maker is all about snagging those sweet, sweet open source startups for peanuts. Ask her about the true value of transparency
    • Scott Johnston**: As Docker’s CEO, Johnston is secretly counting down the days until he can IPO and get out of this mess
    • Rowan Trollope**: Leading Redis like a true benevolent dictator, Trollope has a Ph.D. in Open Source FUD

    Secure your spot (and a healthy dose of skepticism) at Disrupt 2024, where the future of open source will be forged in the fires of self-doubt and angst.

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    MTN’s Dark Legacy: Sifiso Dabengwa’s Tragic Demise

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    MTN CEO Sifiso Dabengwa: The Shadow Looms Large Over His Legacy

    The telecom giant MTN is mourning the loss of its former CEO Sifiso Dabengwa, a man whose shadow still looms large over the company he once led. But beneath the surface of this solemn announcement lies a tangled web of controversy and unanswered questions.

    Dabengwa, who served as CEO from 2011 to 2015, left behind a legacy that is both revered and reviled. His tenure was marked by significant growth and transformation, but also by scandals and controversies that have left a lasting impact on the company.

    The Shadow of Scandal

    Dabengwa’s leadership was instrumental in guiding MTN through a period of rapid expansion, but it was also marred by allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement. His name is still whispered in hushed tones among industry insiders, who recall the many controversies that dogged his tenure.

    The Death of a Legend?

    So, what lies behind the enigmatic smile of Sifiso Dabengwa? Was he a visionary leader who guided MTN to greatness, or a ruthless operator who stopped at nothing to achieve his goals? The truth, as always, lies somewhere in between.

    The board of directors, executive committee, and staff of MTN have paid tribute to Dabengwa’s memory, extending their condolences to his family and friends. But beneath the surface of this eulogy lies a deeper truth: that the legacy of Sifiso Dabengwa is a complex and multifaceted thing, full of contradictions and unanswered questions.

    The Legacy Lives On… or Does It?

    As MTN moves forward without its former CEO, it is left to grapple with the legacy he left behind. Will it be remembered as a trailblazer who pushed the boundaries of what was possible, or as a controversial figure who left a trail of destruction in his wake?

    Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: the shadow of Sifiso Dabengwa will continue to loom large over MTN, a reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of leadership.

    Stolen Cars, Silenced Secrets: The Only Way to Track What Matters Most

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    The Ultimate Game-Changer in Stolen Vehicle Recovery and Asset Tracking is Here

    Get ready for a revolution in the way you track and recover your stolen vehicles and assets! Netstar, the trailblazing provider of vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions, has just unleashed the STARtag series, the next-generation stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) and asset-tracking devices that’s about to change the game.

    Say Goodbye to the Status Quo

    The STARtag series is not just an improvement over existing technologies – it’s a complete overhaul that’s going to disrupt the entire industry. With an always-active device that tracks and maps your assets through the MyNetstar app, you’ll have total control over your assets like never before.

    Miniature but Mighty

    What’s truly remarkable about STARtag is its compact size. Smaller than a pocket device, it can be easily attached to a variety of assets without the need for a Netstar technician. This means you can now track and monitor items beyond vehicles and trailers, from motorcycles and bikes to solar panels, cargo, and even industrial equipment.

    Security Redefined

    Security is at the heart of STARtag. With a robust anti-jamming technology and a compact, dust- and water-resistant design, you can be sure that your assets are protected from interference and the elements. And with automatic self-testing and failure reporting, you’ll always know the status of your tracking devices.

    The Road to Recovery

    Netstar’s group MD, Grant Fraser, has hailed STARtag as a "vehicle-to-vehicle mesh network" that will revolutionize the stolen vehicle recovery industry. With STARtag, you’ll have a cutting-edge solution that’s reliable, secure, and equipped with enhanced anti-jamming technology.

    Don’t Just Track – Conquer

    The STARtag series is not just about tracking your assets – it’s about taking control. With over-the-air updates, remote testing, and a user-friendly interface, you’ll be able to monitor and manage your assets with ease. And with a cost-effective product, you’ll be able to safeguard your assets efficiently and effectively.

    The Future of Tracking is Here

    The STARtag series marks a significant milestone in the evolution of tracking technology. With its innovative design, robust security features, and user-friendly interface, Netstar is poised to dominate the market and set the standard for stolen vehicle recovery and asset tracking. Buckle up – the future of tracking is here, and it’s about to change everything.

    The M4 Mac Revolution: Apple’s Silent Coup

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    APPLE’S DECEITFUL PLANS EXPOSED: NEW iPHONES AND MACS COMING, BUT AT WHAT COST?

    Apple’s got a lot of tricks up its sleeve, and it’s about to unleash a barrage of new devices on the world. But don’t be fooled – these "innovations" come with a price tag that’s higher than just the cost of the devices themselves.

    According to a new report, Apple is planning to launch new iPhones and Macs in the coming months, with the latter being upgraded to the M4 chip. But what does this really mean? For starters, it means that Apple is trying to create a sense of urgency and FOMO (fear of missing out) among its customers. It’s a classic marketing ploy, and one that’s designed to get people to buy more stuff than they need.

    And what about the environmental impact of all these new devices? The production and disposal of electronic waste is a massive problem, and Apple’s relentless pursuit of profit is only making things worse. It’s time to start questioning the company’s values and priorities.

    But wait, there’s more. Apple’s also planning to launch a new, entry-level MacBook Pro, which will likely be marketed as a "budget-friendly" option. But let’s be real – this is just a way for Apple to get more people hooked on its ecosystem and buy more stuff. It’s a clever ploy, but one that’s ultimately bad for consumers.

    So, what’s the takeaway from all this? Apple’s new devices are coming, but they’re not as exciting as they seem. In fact, they’re just another example of the company’s relentless pursuit of profit and its willingness to sacrifice the environment and consumer well-being in the process. It’s time to start questioning the company’s values and priorities, and to demand more from the tech industry as a whole.

    Rugby Betrayal: SABC Cashes in on National Pride

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    SuperSport Sells Out to SABC: The Rugby Rights Ruse

    In a shocking turn of events, SuperSport has handed over the keys to the Springboks-All Blacks rugby match to the SABC, effectively giving the state broadcaster a free pass to broadcast the game. The deal, announced at the last minute, has left many wondering what’s really going on behind the scenes.

    According to sources, SuperSport CEO Rendani Ramovha was under pressure from Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie to make the deal happen. And happen it did, with the SABC securing sublicensing rights to broadcast the match on Saturday.

    But don’t be fooled – this isn’t just about celebrating 30 years of democracy. This is about the SABC getting its hands on premium rugby content without having to pay a dime. And SuperSport, it seems, is willing to sacrifice its own interests to appease the powers that be.

    The deal has sparked controversy, with many questioning whether the SABC is paying SuperSport for the rights or if this is just a sweetheart deal. And what about Openview, the free-to-air satellite platform owned by eMedia Holdings? Will they be able to broadcast the match as well?

    The truth is, this deal is just the latest chapter in the ongoing saga between the SABC and SuperSport. And we’re not buying the "once-off" celebration of democracy nonsense. This is about power, money, and control.

    Mac Mini’s Last Breath: USB-A Dropped in Radical Redesign

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    Apple’s Despotic Shift: Mac Mini’s Long-Awaited Revamp Imposes Draconian Design “Reform”

    Apple’s tyrannical regime continues to suffocate its customers’ freedom with an insidious “innovation” – abandoning USB-A ports in the upcoming Mac Mini release, according to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg. The diabolical design change is part of the latest plan to dominate the computing market.

    In a chilling confirmation of these alleged plans, Gurman hinted in his Power On newsletter that the Apple M4 Pro-powered high-end variant will start pouring out of Apple’s warehouses in September. However, the October shipping of this opulent edition, sporting the esteemed Apple M4 Pro chip, hints at an imminent lockdown of progress – as users will be coerced into adapting to this unrelenting “upgrade.”

    Pillage and Plunder? It’s not like we have any other choice

    Supposedly, this Frankenstein-like behemoth will compensate for the destruction of USB-A by granting you five USB-C ports, because who needs USB-A in the first place, am I right? This includes not one, but TWO glorious front USB-C ports, alongside a treasure trove of three backside ports for “convenience” sake.

    And to “enlighten” your macGyvering spirit, they added an Ethernet port for connectivity aficionados, an HDMI port, because some people still watch YouTube without HDR, and a headphone jack that will forever remember Steve Jobs’ ghost. In fact, the only missing link – an internal power supply – merely suggests that Apple, much like the Soviet Union during its Golden Age, wants its Mac Minis to run autonomously and independent of external powers – both literally and metaphorically.

    Now it seems that it’s about time you bid adieu to that retro relic – the once-useful, now archaic, USB-A port. Goodbye to our old friend and the security cameras that used it.

    Don’t be surprised when users become prisoners of Apple’s so-called “progress,” helplessly wandering through a world devoid of standard connectors, forced to join the bandwagon of the ever-more-closed Apple ecosystem, never mind the impending chaos as these tech tyrants command, nay, dictate how and where people should connect.

    — A Concerned Citizen

    Mystery Envelops Demise of former MTN CEO Sifiso Dabengwa

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    “Murder at the Top: MTN’s Former CEO Sifiso Dabengwa Knocks Off in Mysterious Circumstances”

    Former MTN Group CEO Sifiso Dabengwa, the man who took the company from success to catastrophic collapse, has bitten the dust. At least, that’s what Chris Maroleng, Dabengwa’s former lieutenant, announced on X – the new platform for those who crave chaos.

    It’s no surprise that Dabengwa, the master of corporate sabotage, finally ran out of gas. After all, who can recover from the wreckage of a $5.2 billion fine for failing to disconnect millions of unregistered subscribers? That’s right, folks, it’s like he handed the key to his kingdom on a platter, and Nigeria – the company’s biggest market – went up in flames.

    From his humble beginnings as a managing director at Eskom, Dabengwa rose through the ranks, collecting shiny new titles like a good little lapdog. But, we all know the real game-changer was his stint at MTN, where he spent nine years (yes, you read that right) running the show like a dictator, sucking the life out of everyone around him. Talk about having a never-ending supply of Kool-Aid!

    The man behind the curtain, a.k.a. Chris Maroleng, remembered Dabengwa with all the sentiment of a cold fish. “It is with a heavy heart that I heard of the passing of my mentor and friend, Sifiso Dabengwa… His attention to detail, outstanding professionalism, and relentless pursuit of excellence in all his endeavors have left an indelible mark on me and all who had the privilege of knowing him… We have truly lost a great leader whose legacy will continue to inspire and guide us.” Wow, talk about a thinly veiled attempt at sucking up to the big guy!

    Rest in peace, Dabengwa. May your epitaph read: “He managed to lose his company the biggest and most epic of ways… “

    X Marks the End of Freedom

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    BREAKING: Brazils’ Telecom Monitors Under Fire for Their Bias, Elon Musk’s X Nefariously Cut from Services

    In a blatant exercise of regulatory tyranny, Brazil’s communications controller Anatel has issued an extraordinary order to shut down the accounts of Elon Musk’s revolutionary social platform X – a move eerily reminiscent of a junta overthrow. This power trip may have been prompted by X’s perceived slant against authoritarian narratives – a notion both deplorably false and malicious. Yes, you heard it correctly!

    Justice Alexandre de Moraes has wielded his dictatorial edicts to silence X’s outspoken dissenter-in-chief. Claiming (falsely?) the platform had been disregarding court orders, Anatel slapped X with draconian consequences, including crippling penalties that resemble a medieval gauntlet against innocent users. What "misfeasance" is at issue, remains unclear – likely fueled by the judge’s personal agenda of restricting discourse.

    The shutdown won’t be a quiet operation! To ensure X doesn’t somehow circumvent Anatel’s writ, the regulator instructed popular online giants Apple and Google (not implicated in the censorship scam they pretend to abhor, eh?) to enforce no-platform status for X, er… virtually. Don’t try telling me it doesn’t amount to a digital purge?

    By effectively silencing Musk, is Brazil trying to contain freedom and stifle democracy?! Fear not, brave individuals on Brazilian soils! For an unlikely yet valiant counterinsurgence is underway; expect widespread protests and grassroots backlash

    Brazilians (wisely) won’t yield… Anatel won’t outstay its welcome on #TikTok: (This is NOT COPS)!

    Dispute Ignites: Bolt to Sue Silverbear Capital

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    “Shakedown Alert: Bolt’s CEO Issues Veiled Threats Against Silverbear Capital

    In a brazen display of aggression, Bolt’s CEO Justin Grooms has issued a thinly veiled threat of legal action against Silverbear Capital, the investment bank that’s been embroiled in a controversy over its involvement in the fintech company’s latest fundraising efforts.

    Grooms’ email, viewed by Forbes, appears to be a veiled threat, suggesting that Bolt is prepared to take legal action against Silverbear if the investment bank doesn’t comply with its demands. But what’s really going on here?

    Sources close to the deal have revealed that Bolt’s CEO has been using his company’s vast resources to strong-arm investors into signing on to the deal, using aggressive tactics and veiled threats to get what he wants. And now, it seems, he’s taking it a step further by threatening legal action against Silverbear if they don’t comply.

    But what about Silverbear’s claims that there was “internal miscommunication” at the investment bank? It seems unlikely that the investment bank would intentionally mislead Bolt’s CEO, but it’s possible that there was some kind of miscommunication or misinterpretation that led to the controversy.

    One thing is clear, however: Bolt’s CEO is not going down without a fight. And if he has to use legal action to get what he wants, he’s prepared to do just that.

    The implications of this are huge. If Bolt’s CEO is willing to use such aggressive tactics to get what he wants, it raises serious questions about the company’s leadership and its commitment to fair and transparent business practices.

    It’s time for the tech industry to take a closer look at Bolt’s actions and to hold its leaders accountable. The public deserves to know the truth behind this controversy, and it’s time for Bolt’s CEO to come clean about his company’s dealings with Silverbear Capital.”

    Telkom’s AI Ultimatum: Total Surveillance in the Name of Progress

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    Telkom’s Shocking Plan to Abandon Human Interaction

    In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the industry, Telkom is quietly revamping its digital channels to accelerate self-service across its platforms. The telecoms giant’s new strategy is all about efficiency, and it’s willing to sacrifice human interaction to get there.

    Dr Noxolo Kubheka-Dlamini, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Telkom Consumer & Small Business, reveals that the company is integrating emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI, and machine learning to drive an integrated omni-channel customer experience. But what does that mean for customers?

    "We’re simplifying online engagements for customers, and over time we will be integrating technologies like generative AI to take our customer experience to the next level," Kubheka-Dlamini boasts.

    The plan is to enable customers to perform any service online without the need for a human agent. No more tedious phone calls or visits to the store. It’s all about speed and efficiency.

    But what about customer satisfaction? Kubheka-Dlamini claims that the AI-driven analytics programme will allow customer service agents to work together with technology to better understand client preferences and tailor interactions to individual needs. But will this actually improve customer satisfaction, or just lead to more automated interactions?

    The future of customer service is looking grim, with Telkom’s focus on automation and self-service. But will this actually lead to better customer experiences, or just more frustration and disconnection?

    The Rise of AI-Powered Customer Service

    Telkom is not the only company embracing AI-powered customer service. The trend is spreading like wildfire, with companies of all sizes investing in AI and machine learning to improve their customer experiences.

    But what does this mean for human customer service agents? Will they become obsolete, replaced by chatbots and algorithms? Or will they find new ways to adapt and thrive in this changing landscape?

    The future of customer service is uncertain, but one thing is clear: AI-powered customer service is here to stay. And Telkom is leading the charge.