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The SpikeFeb 11, 2015

In defence of Dread Pirate Roberts

The man behind the infamous darknet market Silk Road, Ross Ulbricht, has been convicted on multiple charges. To many, however, he is a hero.

6:50
The SpikeApr 22, 2013

Why bitcoins matter

There's been more talk than usual lately about bitcoins. Here's why.

6:00
The SpikeMar 8, 2013

Incompetence or corruption, take your pick

There are not many possible explanations for the Free State Web site fiasco. It's either stupidity, or it's malice.

4:30
The SpikeFeb 28, 2013

Cracks appear in BIS

"Don't worry," say analysts. Have a "world-class experience", retorts MTN.

5:00
The SpikeJan 31, 2013

When rich marketroids ruin a poor-world winner

BlackBerry tries to save itself by ditching its most compelling competitive advantage: BlackBerry Internet Service.

6:20
The SpikeJan 25, 2013

Radiation report rehashes dodgy science

A new BioInitiative report warns that even minor exposure to radio frequencies is dangerous.

3:30

It's Gijima Day again

Will Gijima ever deliver the home affairs systems on which it was founded?

4:10
ObesityAug 31, 2012

Handwringers should get out more

The latest overwrought “scare”? Technology makes us fat. No, seriously. Ditch that iPad.

3:40

Rooivalk, set-top box project, redux

Who didn't see this coming? Digital TV migration will cost three times as much as first thought, and happen many years later.

3:40

Rooivalk set-top box project, redux

Who didn't see this coming? Digital TV migration will cost three times as much as first thought, and happen many years later.

4:50
TelkomAug 15, 2012

Telkom fine: much too little, way too late

It is a symbolic gesture, but the Competition Tribunal's R449 million fine against Telkom proves the limits of competition regulation.

5:50

Greenpeace activism in murky waters

A high-profile campaign by environmental activists raises serious corporate marketing - and legal - concerns.

4:50
Research In MotionJul 20, 2012

What BlackBerry taught us

Expect a lot of obituaries for the dying RIM, the company that proved cheap data is possible.