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    Microsoft’s Complicity in Cyber Sabotage

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    Microsoft’s Complicity in Cyber Sabotage

    Microsoft’s Epic Fail: European Commission to Blame for Global IT Catastrophe

    In a shocking turn of events, the recent global IT outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update has revealed the disturbing truth about Microsoft’s complicity in the disaster. The company’s lax security measures, which date back to a 2009 agreement with the European Commission, have left millions of Windows PCs vulnerable to catastrophic errors.

    Apple’s Victory Lap

    Meanwhile, Apple’s strict security standards, which ban third-party app developers from accessing the kernel level, have proved to be a foolproof solution in preventing similar disasters. Mac devices, unaffected by the outage, have once again proved to be the better choice for those seeking reliable and secure technology.

    Microsoft’s Lack of Action

    But why did Microsoft fail to implement similar safeguards? According to sources, the company’s inaction can be traced back to the European Commission’s decision to grant third-party security app developers access to the Windows operating system. This reckless decision has led to the devastating consequences we are seeing today.

    CrowdStrike’s Cover-Up

    The faulty update, which caused the "blue screen of death" on millions of Windows PCs, was exacerbated by CrowdStrike’s lack of transparency and accountability. The company’s CEO, George Kurtz, has promised to take steps to prevent future disasters, but the question remains: what will Microsoft do to ensure that its operating system is protected from similar catastrophes?

    We Demand Action

    As the world grapples with the consequences of this IT disaster, one thing is clear: Microsoft must take responsibility for its failures and work to rectify the situation. The company must also address the underlying issues that led to this catastrophe, including its 2009 agreement with the European Commission. We demand transparency, accountability, and above all, action.

    Update: Microsoft has refused to comment on this issue. We will continue to follow the story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.

    SEE ALSO:

    • Microsoft Releases Easier CrowdStrike Fix
    • The Great Microsoft Outage: A Timeline of the Disaster

    Cape Town’s $1 Billion Bet Goes Up in Flames

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    Cape Town’s $1 Billion Bet Goes Up in Flames

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    THE COUNTDOWN IS ON

    Are you ready to shake the foundations of the property market in Cape Town? The wait is almost over! In just over two weeks, The Paradigm will launch, offering an unprecedented chance to invest in the city’s most coveted development. Don’t miss out!

    UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE

    Located at the heart of Cape Town, The Paradigm redefines luxury living with its futuristic architecture, breathtaking views, and unparalleled amenities. With 243 exclusive residences, including studio, one-to-four bedroom apartments, and two sky-high penthouses, you’ll be spoiled for choice. But act fast – this is your last chance to snag the best deals before prices skyrocket!

    INVESTOR’S DREAM COME TRUE

    Want to build a lucrative income stream? The Paradigm offers unparalleled investment opportunities. Not only can you choose from a range of spacious apartments, but you’ll also get exclusive access to powerful tax incentives. Take advantage of Section 13Sex and UDZ incentives to maximize your returns. The clock is ticking – don’t miss this chance to turn your investment into a goldmine!

    LAUNCH DAY DETAILS

    Mark your calendars for 31 July 2024 at 1pm! Online sales launch on this date, and only those who act quick will reap the benefits of our unbeatable prices. Be among the first to reserve your piece of Paradise and claim your spot in Cape Town’s hottest development!

    POWERED BY EXPERTS

    Backed by two of South Africa’s most reputable developers, Tiber and Vantage Property, you can trust that your investment is in good hands. Their combined expertise has brought The Paradigm to life, offering you a hassle-free buying experience with Revo Property as your guide. Don’t hesitate – make The Paradigm your dream investment today!

    I2C Inc. Sells Out: Corporate Card Program Launched with Beyon Money Business

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    SHOCKWAVE IN THE FINTECH INDUSTRY: i2c INC. AND BEYON MONEY BUSINESS UNLEASH REVOLUTIONARY CORPORATE EXPENSE CARD PROGRAM

    Get ready for a seismic shift in the corporate banking landscape as i2c Inc., a trailblazing fintech company, joins forces with Beyon Money Business, a game-changing digital financial solutions provider, to bring forth an unprecedented corporate expense card program tailor-made for small to mid-size enterprises (SMEs) and corporates.

    This powerhouse partnership kicks off in Bahrain, with an ambitious plan to conquer the entire Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The program leverages i2c’s groundbreaking SaaS technology, allowing for unparalleled flexibility and customization, as well as cutting-edge security features like 3D security for e-commerce transactions.

    The launch of Beyon Money Business is a direct response to the growing demand for specialized corporate financial solutions that can keep pace with the lightning-fast pace of modern business. With i2c’s flexible banking and payments platform fueling the development of this state-of-the-art expense management solution, Beyon Money Business empowers its clients to take control of their financial operations with ease, security, and maximum efficiency.

    "This is a masterstroke of innovation," exclaimed Serena Smith, chief client officer at i2c. "Our expansive network and certifications with major card brands ensure seamless regional accessibility, making this launch a prime example of how we’re driving growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction through our cutting-edge solutions."

    Get ready to watch the corporate banking landscape transform in real-time as i2c and Beyon Money Business unleash a financial revolution that will leave the status quo in the dust.

    The California Dream is Dead

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    The California Dream is Dead

    Silicon Valley’s Insidious Plan for a Secretive City Uncovered: Are the 1% Building Their Own Apartheid State?

    It’s been a year since The Times broke the story that a cabal of tech elite investors, including Reid Hoffman, Marc Andreessen, and Laurene Powell Jobs, has been quietly buying up millions of dollars’ worth of land in Solano County, California, with plans to build their own city from scratch. But the shocking truth is far from over. Far from the scrutiny of the public eye, the group’s representative, Jan Sramek, has been manipulating the system to accelerate their development plans, while hiding crucial details about the project’s environmental and social impacts.

    As a report commissioned by Solano County itself revealed, the usual approval process for a project of this magnitude typically takes years. But Sramek’s team miraculously secured permission in just months, leaving many wondering if they have a corrupt relationship with the authorities. The plan, according to insiders, involves building an entirely new city with infrastructure costs reaching into the tens of billions, while maintaining an alarming lack of transparency.

    When asked about the Environmental Impact Report, which normally would be the first step in a development project of this scale, Sramek dodged questions, claiming that doing the report first would “just reorder the steps.” But what’s he hiding? Locals and critics are increasingly convinced that the group is building an apartheid city for the elite, while abandoning the existing communities to suffer under the weight of unchecked development.

    And Sramek’s reassurance that the project will resubmit its requests in 2026 doesn’t cut it. In fact, the Times quotes a local congressman as saying that the project is effectively “dead on arrival,” crushed by its own insidious plans. But as we speak, Sramek’s team is working tirelessly behind the scenes, hell-bent on realizing their twisted vision. The people of Solano County are left wondering: are the 1% building their own self-sufficient city, isolated from the rest of us? The silence from the authorities and the tech elite speaks volumes.

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    Canal+ Sacrifices French Heritage for Global Fame

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    Canal+ Sacrifices French Heritage for Global Fame

    SHOCKWAVE HITS THE GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AS VIVENDI UNLEASHES LONDON LISTING PLAN

    Vivendi Group, the French media behemoth, has dropped a bombshell, announcing plans to list its prized pay-television business, Canal+, on the London Stock Exchange. The move is part of a daring plan to break up the conglomerate and unlock value for investors.

    But what’s the real motive behind this strategic play? Some say it’s a desperate attempt by Vivendi to shed its struggling assets and refocus on its core business. Others claim it’s a masterstroke by CEO Vincent Bolloré to create a global media giant, with Canal+ as the crown jewel.

    The stakes are high, with Canal+ currently engaged in a bidding war for JSE-listed MultiChoice Group, the owner of DStv. The deal, worth R125 per share, is pending regulatory approvals. A successful listing in London could give Canal+ the firepower to take on the competition and solidify its position as a global player.

    But what about the risks? A London listing could expose Canal+ to increased scrutiny and regulation, not to mention the potential for investor backlash if the company’s financials don’t meet expectations.

    The battle for control of the African pay-TV market is heating up, and Vivendi’s move could be a game-changer. Will Canal+ emerge victorious, or will the company’s plans be derailed by regulatory hurdles and investor skepticism? Only time will tell.

    READ NEXT: Canal+, MultiChoice hint at way around ownership rules

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    CIOs: The Impregnable Fortress of Data is a Myth

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    CIOs: The Impregnable Fortress of Data is a Myth

    The "Blue Screen of Death" Strikes: A Wake-Up Call for Cyber Security

    In a shocking turn of events, a flaw in a CrowdStrike update caused "blue screens of death" on millions of Windows computers worldwide, bringing chaos to businesses and individuals alike. But what does this mean for South African CIOs, and how can they prevent such disasters from occurring in the future?

    The Chaos Unfolds

    In a shocking revelation, CrowdStrike, a leading cyber security firm, released an update to its Falcon Sensor software that ended up causing "blue screens of death" on millions of Windows computers worldwide. The update, intended to enhance protection against zero-day threats, inadvertently triggered a logic error that caused the operating system to crash.

    The Impact on South African CIOs

    ITWeb conducted a survey of local CIOs to gauge the impact of the outage on their businesses. Of the 44 respondents, the majority (57%) said their organisations weren’t affected by the CrowdStrike outage. Of the 43% who were affected, 52% noted it was their Microsoft systems that bore the brunt of the outage.

    A Wake-Up Call for Cyber Security

    The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cyber security and the need for organisations to prioritize it. In a statement, CrowdStrike’s CEO, George Kurtz, apologised for the outage and pledged to learn from the experience. "We understand the gravity and impact of the situation and are working diligently to restore customer systems as our highest priority."

    Lessons Learned

    The incident has left many in the industry reeling, with experts calling for greater vigilance and accountability. Jason Jordaan, principal forensic analyst and MD of DFIR Labs, noted that the incident highlights the need for organisations to be more cautious when it comes to software updates. "We often blindly trust vendors to provide services and technology to help keep organisations safe, but at a contractual level, the contracts we enter into favour them and provide them liability escape clauses."

    Arthur Goldstuck, MD of World Wide Worx, added that the incident underscores the importance of having a robust incident response plan in place. "Underpinning the strategy must be a solid redundancy and backup system that includes backup servers, alternative communication channels, and secondary data storage solutions to maintain operations during a primary system failure."

    The Bottom Line

    The CrowdStrike outage serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cyber security and the need for organisations to prioritize it. While the incident was a global catastrophe, it is heartening to see that the majority of South African CIOs were unaffected. However, the incident also serves as a wake-up call for the industry as a whole, highlighting the need for greater vigilance and accountability. As the industry continues to evolve, it is essential that organisations prioritize cyber security and learn from the experiences of others.

    Stripe’s $9M Bet on the Death of Banking: Fintech Fragment Reveals the Truth

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    Stripe’s $9M Bet on the Death of Banking: Fintech Fragment Reveals the Truth

    Reconciliation: The Toxic Nightmare that’s Holding Back Financial Progress

    For those who have suffered through the agony of closing the books at the end of the month, you know the feeling all too well. The struggle is real, and it’s a nightmare that’s holding back financial progress.

    Enter Fragment, the Revolutionary Startup That’s Taking on the Beast

    Fragment, a startup founded by Thomas Neckel and Omi Chowdhury, is on a mission to put an end to the reconciliation blues. With their digital ledger API, they’re applying real-time, double-entry accounting to find the errors where things aren’t adding up.

    The Catalyst for Change

    Neckel and Chowdhury’s previous startup, Scuid, was acquired by CA Technologies in 2014. But it was their experience building a private investment platform called Cove.io that highlighted the importance of a ledger. "It was a huge problem we had ourselves," Neckel said.

    The Problem with Reconciliation

    Reconciliation is the bane of existence, especially for businesses with hundreds, thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of transactions a month. And it’s not just a matter of getting the numbers right. Reconciliation issues can lead to finger-pointing and allegations, as we’ve seen with the likes of Evolve Bank and Synapse.

    Fragment’s Solution

    Fragment’s digital ledger API reconciles accounts faster than humans can, especially when dealing with large volumes of transactions. With their software, fintech developers can build financial products that compose funds flows, turn them into code, and embed the code into their products.

    The Vision

    Neckel’s vision is to give technology companies the same financial infrastructure as Square, Stripe, and Uber. "Let’s see what’s possible when we give two people in a garage the same financial infrastructure as Square, Stripe and Uber," he said.

    The Future of Finance

    Fragment is revolutionizing the way we think about finance, and their competition is taking notice. "We’re excited to see what’s possible when you arm technology companies with programmable versions of the double-entry systems the modern economy runs on," said Adam Rothenberg, a partner at BoxGroup.

    The Funding

    Fragment has raised a total of $10.8 million since June 2021, including a seed round of $9 million backed by fintech infrastructure executives from Stripe, BoxGroup, Avid Ventures, and more. The funding will be used to grow the engineering team and invest in go-to-market resources.

    The Revolution Has Begun

    Fragment is officially launching to the public on Monday, and they’re already counting companies like TruckSmarter, Nala, and Pleo as early customers. The future of finance has arrived, and it’s time to revolutionize the way we think about reconciliation.

    Massive Betrayal: 8.5 Million PCs Compromised by Malicious Update

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    Massive Betrayal: 8.5 Million PCs Compromised by Malicious Update

    GLOBAL PANDEMONIUM ERUPTS AS ROGUE PATCH CRIPPLES 8.5 MILLION PCs

    In a stunning display of technological hubris, a software update by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike brought the world to a standstill, leaving 8.5 million Microsoft devices in its wake of destruction. The catastrophic event triggered widespread chaos, grounding flights, blacking out broadcasters, and leaving customers in a state of digital darkness.

    As the global tech infrastructure teetered on the brink of collapse, Microsoft frantically worked to develop a solution to mitigate the disaster, teaming up with CrowdStrike to create a fix. Meanwhile, the airline industry was left to pick up the pieces, with thousands of flights cancelled and passengers left stranded.

    “This is not a drill,” declared Microsoft. “The fact that nearly 1% of all Windows machines were affected is a stark reminder of the delicate balance between technology and catastrophe.”

    In a bizarre twist, CrowdStrike, the company responsible for the mess, claimed that their patch was “designed to protect against advanced threats,” and that the global chaos was simply a minor hiccup. We can only imagine the conversations going on behind closed doors: “Yeah, I meant to crash the entire world’s IT infrastructure, not just Microsoft’s Azure platform… Oops?”

    As the world struggled to recover from the digital disaster, Microsoft was quick to remind us that the solution was not just about fixing the immediate problem, but about learning from the mistakes of the past. “We’ll do better next time… or we’ll all be stuck in this digital limbo forever.”

    Biden’s Betrayal: The Silent Coup that Shattered America

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    Biden’s Betrayal: The Silent Coup that Shattered America

    BOMBSHELL: Joe Biden Abandons 2024 Presidential Bid, Leaving Country on Brink of Chaos

    In a shocking move that has sent shockwaves across the nation, Joe Biden has announced he will not seek re-election in 2024, sparking widespread speculation about the true reasons behind his decision.

    Sources close to the White House reveal that Biden’s poor performance in last month’s debate, coupled with his recent COVID-19 diagnosis, have raised serious questions about his fitness for office. The move is seen as a desperate attempt to avoid a crushing defeat at the hands of a revitalized Republican Party.

    But who will fill the void left by Biden’s departure? Many are now speculating that Vice President Kamala Harris is the clear front-runner to take the reins, despite her lack of experience and questionable leadership skills.

    Twitter Erupts in Chaos as News Breaks

    The news has sent Twitter into a frenzy, with many calling for Harris to take the reins and lead the country out of the chaos created by Biden’s leadership.

    "Vice President Harris, your time is now," tweeted @jesuissupreme.

    Others are less optimistic, with @PeteButtigieg tweeting, "Happy trails, Mr. President. May God have mercy on our souls."

    Is This the End of the Biden Era?

    As the nation struggles to come to terms with the sudden announcement, one thing is clear: the Biden era is coming to a close, and the future of the country hangs precariously in the balance.

    Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds.

    Samsung’s Betrayal: Fourth Cohort Sold Out to Silicon Valley Giants

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    Samsung’s Betrayal: Fourth Cohort Sold Out to Silicon Valley Giants

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    Samsung’s Secret to Creating a Tech Talent Pipeline: Turning Students into Job-Ready Rockstars

    In a shocking turn of events, 18 young rebels have emerged from the shadows, armed with software skills and ready to take on the local ICT job market. These fearless graduates are the latest cohort to emerge from Samsung SA’s Advance Industry Experience programme, a partnership with Tshimologong Digital Precinct that’s been shaking things up since 2020.

    The Real Deal: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry

    For too long, ICT graduates have been stuck in a cycle of unemployment, forced to wait years for the industry to acknowledge their skills. But Samsung SA is on a mission to disrupt this status quo, providing young minds with the hands-on experience they need to thrive. By focusing on technical skills, real-world projects, and professional mentorship, this programme is changing the game.

    The Numbers Don’t Lie: 100% Absorption Rate

    Since its inception, the programme has seen an astonishing 35 graduates secure formal employment, with 100% absorption rate. And the latest cohort is no exception. Six of the 18 graduates have already landed jobs, while the remaining 12 are undergoing interviews with prospective employers.

    The Verdict: Samsung’s Programme is the Real MVP

    Phamela Makhubele, a fourth cohort student, credits the programme with giving her invaluable skills, including communication and teamwork. "Gaining practical work experience is crucial for graduates," she says. "This programme gave me the chance to collaborate closely with mentors and seasoned developers."

    The Future is Bright: Samsung’s Commitment to Fostering Job Creation

    Tshimologong CEO Mark Harris sums it up: "We are proud to contribute to reducing unemployment and fostering job creation. We wish our graduates the best in their future careers and hope they maintain a strong connection with Tshimologong." With Samsung SA’s commitment to innovation and job creation, the future is looking bright for these young tech rebels.

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