In the technology sector, there is discussion that the amount of data collected and sold to third parties by many cars is staggering. In the political sphere, Ramaphosa ordered the SIU to investigate Suliman Karim regarding a contract worth 168 million rands awarded to the joint venture between his company Transnat Coach Lines and Ziggy Investments.
In the world of cinema, Welsh actor Matthew Rhys made history at the Emmy Awards by becoming the first person to win two acting awards for a leading role in one night. Furthermore, the South African Reserve Bank reported a profit of 7.8 billion rands, exceeding infrastructure investment targets, although overall fixed investments remain low.
Amid global concerns about uncontrolled artificial intelligence, leaders from the US and China presented their visions for this defining technology. Moreover, it was suggested that Trump would not restrict AI development as he seeks to surpass China.
Activists called for a review of the Equinix data center permit in Cape Town, arguing that its approval was granted without considering the impact on nearby communities. Other news mentioned that just two hours of extra sleep can help recover from a bad night, but caution should be exercised when using late evenings and long awakenings.
On a personal level, it was revealed that Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding planner was an oligarch from Russia, drawing comparisons to Vladimir Putin. In immigration, a DHS inspector discovered that detainees at the 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility in the Florida swamps were sometimes held in metal cages measuring 18 square feet, used as 'calming zones.' The Finance Minister criticized his own ICT policy, noting that seminars and roadmaps are being conducted instead of implementing technological policy. Additionally, Oracle announced another round of layoffs, as reported by three affected employees and an email circulated by Business Insider.
The internet is divided over whether the athlete Hyrox, who lost control of her bowels during a race, should continue despite severe stomach upset.
