The moments worth hearing, as they happen.

Caller warns AI could become a ‘mind addiction’

A caller argues that AI’s convenience could entrench addiction, eliminate jobs and concentrate power in a handful of big companies.

From keypad texting to WhatsApp: a forgotten tech revolution

The presenters reflect on how WhatsApp, smartphones and digital news replaced cash, keypads and faxed sports reports.

Businesses are being pushed to rent software, not own it

Laughter on air

A tech discussion examines the shift from perpetual software licences to cloud subscriptions and the risks for South African organisations.

AI cannot replace a teacher’s human presence

A speaker argues that teacher training must build AI literacy and judgment without sacrificing the human presence that makes great teaching possible.

Discovery Bank says AI cuts fraud losses by over 80%

Discovery Bank executive Hilton explains how AI analyses transactions and customer behaviour to flag scams and protect accounts.

Why scammers target gift cards for China’s black market

Cybercrime expert Craig Peterson explains why gift-card scams can command more than face value in China.

AI offers job seekers a low-cost alternative to experts

The discussion clarifies that AI can assist unemployed people who cannot afford career coaches, CV writers and interview trainers.

Musk estimates AI could add up to $30 trillion a year

Elon Musk says AI and robotics could deliver huge productivity gains but warns electricity generation must rapidly expand.

AI music puts artists, platforms and government under scrutiny

A discussion examines who must protect creative rights as AI-generated music spreads across South Africa’s platforms.

Digital wallets aim to cut cash costs for traders and taxis

An interview outlines how zero-fee digital wallets could help informal traders and taxi users transact without relying on cash.

An 80-year-old’s screen habit brings a scam warning

A digital-wellness discussion turns personal as a presenter describes his father’s Facebook use, isolation and risky bank SMS links.

Parents should explain digital rules, not steamroll kids

Digital-wellness consultant Mark Russell urges parents to own past mistakes and involve children in setting healthier screen habits.

Experts warn Snapchat can expose a child’s location

A digital-wellness discussion examines children’s social-media risks, algorithmic bubbles and how platforms collect personal data.

AI could let teenagers launch businesses from one room

A radio discussion argues that young people can use AI to develop products, plans, marketing and contracts with little outside help.

Lego keeps AI out of product design

Lego says AI may handle administrative tasks, but human designers will continue creating its toy sets.

A school needs more than computers to teach robotics

A robotics educator says schools also need basics such as air conditioning to keep computers working and ensure equal access.