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The Editor's Desk - Thurs 5 Feb 2026: AI’s software apocalypse and the derangement of propaganda
In today’s analysis, I’ve unpacked how Anthropic’s new AI tools are dismantling the corporate software world and why the latest Epstein disclosures have the British establishment—and Peter Mandelson—under fire. I also take a look at the "derangement" in Zimbabwe, where government propaganda about bumper crops is being met with the…
BN Daybreak Thurs 5 Feb: Alphabet’s AI Splurge, Epstein, Crypto Crash,and Race to Replace Steenhuisen
Are tech giants spending too much on AI? Alphabet’s capex is set to double, rattling investors. Alec Hogg breaks down the numbers, alongside a 7% drop in crypto and a weaker Rand. The briefing also covers the political earthquake in the DA with Steenhuisen’s exit, Elon Musk’s new "Muskverse" play,…
BN Briefing: SAA-CemAir join forces; lessons from Zim; SpaceX–xAI mega-merger; Cathie Wood on AI, jobs
In this BizNews Briefing, SAA returns to the spotlight with a fresh boost: a codeshare partnership with private airline CemAir. We then hear Zimbabwean activist Tendai Mbofana’s blunt assessment of decay and elite enrichment. Bloomberg Tech unpacks Elon Musk’s plan to combine SpaceX and xAI, before Cathie Wood argues AI…
MiningWeb Weekly: Peter Major unpacks the metals shock – and where smart money goes next
A wild week in global metals markets has rattled traders and investors alike. Veteran mining analyst Peter Major explains what really triggered the gold, silver and copper swings, why panic selling creates opportunity, and which South African mining stocks still offer real value.
The Editor's Desk - Wed 4 Feb 2026: Steenhuisen bows out as the DA eyes the summit
I’m weighing in on John Steenhuisen’s surprise decision to step down as DA leader and why his "moonshot" successor might be just what the party needs. Plus, we look at the latest Epstein file dump—and the prominent South African name that’s cropped up in the pages.
More by-election blows for the ANC and Steenhuisen’s future… — The Electoral Roadshow with Wayne Sussman
In the latest edition of the Electoral Roadshow with Chris Steyn and analyst Wayne Sussman, he dissects last night’s by-elections in which the Democratic Alliance (DA) won two seats off the African National Congress (ANC), one in the Cape Winelands and another in the West Coast. “…it’s clear that the…
BN Daybreak Wed 4 Feb: US Navy engages Iran; SaaS Apocalypse on Wall St; SAA’s new wingman; Tax nightmare for expats
In this episode of BizNews Daybreak, Alec Hogg unpacks a volatile morning on the global stage as the US Navy shoots down an Iranian drone, sending oil and defence stocks climbing. On Wall Street, Anthropic’s latest release triggers a "SaaS apocalypse" sell-off, raising questions about the survival of legacy software…
CemAir at 20: The survivor airline now partnering SAA - Miles van der Molen
From courtroom battles to code-share partners. Cemair founder Miles van der Molen explains why teaming up with SAA now makes commercial sense, how airline partnerships really work, and what this means for ticket prices, competition and the future of South African aviation.
The Editor's Desk - Tue 3 Feb 2026: Musk’s Trillion-Dollar merger and the precious metals meltdown
I’m weighing up the implications of Elon Musk’s massive SpaceX/xAI merger and what the brutal 21% gold crash means for your portfolio. Join me as we also look at South Africa’s high-stakes "moment critique" on the global stage and a fresh perspective from our new partners at The Common Sense.
How the SARS–SARB–Treasury bureaucratic tangle turns SA emigration into a nightmare, accelerates capital flight and chok
South Africans looking to work or settle abroad, whether for a few years or permanently, are increasingly trapped in a bureaucratic maze created by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and National Treasury. In an interview with BizNews, immigration tax specialist William Louw of…
ASP Isotopes bets big on SA as critical minerals and nuclear demand surge
ASP Isotopes CEO Paul Mann explains why the group is doubling down on South Africa - from turning around the Renergen gas asset to building a global isotope business spanning nuclear medicine, semiconductors and clean energy, backed by a strong balance sheet and US government support.
BN Daybreak Tues 3 Feb: Musk’s $1.25tn SpaceX-xAI Colossus; Palantir’s "N of 1" Surge; SA’s Secret Tech Weapon
In this episode of BizNews Daybreak, Alec Hogg covers the global tech shake-up and critical local stories moving the markets. Top stories: Musk’s New Titan: Elon Musk is merging SpaceX and xAI to create a "vertically integrated" tech giant valued at $1.25 trillion—essentially building data centres in orbit. Palantir’s "Category…
BN Briefing: Zuma in Epstein emails; CapeNature v poachers; gold tumbles; ARK Invest's Cathie Wood
In this BizNews Briefing, the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related emails triggers fresh controversy after Jacob Zuma’s name surfaces — with a strong warning against jumping to conclusions without verified context. We also examine the booming illegal trade in rare succulents, and unpack a historic plunge in the gold price.
ASP Isotopes bets big on SA as critical minerals and nuclear demand surge
ASP Isotopes CEO Paul Mann explains why the group is doubling down on South Africa — from turning around the Renergen gas asset to building a global isotope business spanning nuclear medicine, semiconductors and clean energy, backed by a strong balance sheet and US government support.
The Editor's Desk - Mon 2 Fed 2026: Shoprite’s avalanche, Mining optimism, and the AI threat to software
Shoprite is crushing it while AI fears are hammering software stocks – join me as I explore what these major shifts mean for your portfolio. We also look at BHP’s vote of confidence in Orion Minerals and uncover fresh insights on the ‘Goolam’ mystery.
Toby Chance - Parks Tau summoned over industry in collapse
Trade and Industry Minister Parks Tau is in the crosshairs for not releasing over 600 million Rand of government approved payments for completed TV and film projects. In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, Toby Chance, the Democratic Alliance's spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition and Portfolio Committee member says:…
BN Daybreak Mon 2 Feb: Gold & Bitcoin crash; Col Wyatt on Goolam mystery; Musk’s mega-merger
It’s a red start to the week for commodities and crypto, with Gold taking a massive $600 knock and Bitcoin tumbling to 2025 levels. On today's BizNews Daybreak, Alec Hogg unpacks the market carnage; Col Chris Wyatt offers his insights into the mysterious death of online activist Goolam; we also…
The NdB Sunday Show: (Ret) Col Chris Wyatt - Zuma & Epstein, Israel & SA , Trump & Iran - and Fikile’s “Cold War”
In the latest NDB Sunday Show, Chris Steyn and US intelligence analyst, retired Colonel Chris Wyatt talk about former president Jacob Zuma's name popping up in the Epstein Files; the mysterious death of Goolam whose posts on X had made him the target of many a politician; African National Congress…
Alec Hogg keynote to High School achievers: The Algebra of a Good Life
In an age obsessed with speed, noise and instant success, this address takes a different route. Drawing on the mental models of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, it strips life back to first principles: how to avoid failure, how to protect the one asset you cannot replace, and why reliability…
How CapeNature is pushing back the tide of syndicates targeting the Cape’s unique biodiversity - Pierre de Villiers
CapeNature, the Western Cape agency tasked with protecting its nature reserves, is confronting two threats: destructive summer wildfires and a surge in wildlife crime as international syndicates target everything from abalone to rare succulents and reptiles. In one case, a 126 kg shipment of succulents was intercepted at OR Tambo…