New galaxy, seen 9,6bn years ago

Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have unexpectedly discovered the most distant galaxy that acts as a cosmic magnifying glass. It pictures how the galaxy looked 9,6-billion years ago, with the monster elliptical galaxy breaking the previous...

Chinese dominate in smartphones

The worldwide smartphone market grew 23,1% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2014 (2Q14), establishing a new single quarter record of 295,3-million shipments. This is according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly...

Smart cities set to boom

A new report from IHS Technology shows that the number of smart cities worldwide will quadruple within a 12-year period as governments partner with the private sector to address urban challenges. There will be at least 88 smart cities all over the world by 2025, up...

Mophatlane ensures BCX continuity

Continuity is the name of game as Isaac Mophatlane takes up the position of CEO of Business Connexion (BCX), following the sudden death of his twin brother Benjamin Mophatlane last month. Speaking to a media round-table this morning, Mophatlane says the circumstances...

Early stone age tools uncovered

Excavations at an archaeological site at Kathu in the Northern Cape have produced tens of thousands of early stone age artefacts, including hand axes and other tools. It is estimated that the site is between 700 000 and 1-million years old. The discoveries were made...

Drone rolls off 3D printer

An automated drone designed to track and film sports activities is the latest innovative product to come off a 3D printer. UAV start-up Helico has used the Stratasys 3D technology to print the AirDog, a simple-to-use “quad copter” aimed primarily at the consumer...