Watch VideoScaling ambition: Microsoft’s Mission Next EEIP unlocks growth for South Africa’s high-impact SMMEs

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Microsoft’s Mission Next Equity Equivalent Investment Programme empowers South Africa’s ambitious black-owned SMMEs, providing essential tools and support for digital ...

Jony Ive writes a letter to young creatives

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Two new books, freely released by the Steve Jobs Archive, feature invaluable advice to aspiring minds. In this exclusive excerpt, we hear from Jony Ive.

Amazon’s CEO has a scary prediction for 2026, and some economists think he is right

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy warns that rising tariffs may lead to significant price increases for consumers in 2026, challenging the current economic landscape.

Is Anthropic's future at risk? Navigating AI safety and geopolitics in 2026

Vernon Pillay|Published

In early 2026, Anthropic faces critical challenges in AI ethics, national security, and global competition, raising questions about the future of generative AI amid ...

Here are James Cameron's three compelling arguments against Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros

Michael Grothaus|Published

James Cameron has entered the debate over Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros, arguing that the merger could have dire consequences for the cinema industry. ...

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

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Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

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Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

Meta's CEO denies targeting children as trial reveals social media's mental health risks

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Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in a landmark trial addressing the serious concerns of social media addiction among youth, as a California woman accuses Instagram ...

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

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Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

Shein under scrutiny: Why the EU opened a formal probe into the company

Taylor Hatmaker|Published

Shein, a leading fast fashion retailer, is now under formal investigation by the EU for allegedly selling illegal products and employing predatory business practices, ...

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

Reuters and Fast Company Contributor|Published

Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

Reuters and Fast Company Contributor|Published

Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

How Skubu went viral — and why South Africans are paying attention to this innovative startup

Vernon Pillay|Published

Discover how a simple TikTok video transformed Skubu into a national sensation, reshaping the way South Africans access affordable essentials while promoting sustainability. ...

This bar hosted an AI dating pop-up where singles matched with chatbots for Valentine’s Day

Eve Upton-Clark|Published

As AI companionship becomes more popular, a New York bar hosts a unique pop-up event for singles to date chatbots this Valentine’s Day.

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

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Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.

How this entrepreneur is revolutionising the way South Africans buy car parts

Fast Company Contributor|Published

Sashen Subramoney has turned his frustrating experiences with unreliable car parts sellers into an innovative platform, aimed at transforming the automotive marketplace ...

SONA Highlights: Green growth, digital identity and a mining revival take centre stage

Vernon Pillay|Published

Discover how President Cyril Ramaphosa's latest State of the Nation Address outlines a transformative agenda for South Africa, focusing on green mobility, digital ...

Groundbreaking trial against Meta over child sexual exploitation begins

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A pivotal trial examining the dangers of child sexual exploitation on social media begins in New Mexico, questioning whether Meta misrepresented the safety of its ...

The Company Brief: Fast takes on today’s big business moves

Reuters|Published

Get ready to explore the latest shifts in the business world with The Company Brief, where we highlight the most impactful stories shaping markets and mindsets.